Faster Horses Festival Reveals Epic Lineup

Faster Horses Festival will ride into its fifth anniversary year with a star-studded lineup in tow as Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert and more will descend on Brooklyn, MI for the “Party Of The Summer” on July 21-23. From the moment the first year shot out of the gate, a special vibe was created running through the festival and out into the unrivaled, spirited nature of the campsites.

Known as a summer calendar staple, with fans continuing to fiercely return in the thousands, passes for the three-day, two-stage camping festival will go on sale on Feb. 27 at 10am ET at fasterhorsesfestival.com.

This year’s heavy-hitting lineup will also include Lauren Alaina, Bobby Bones & The Raging Idiots, Charlie Daniels Band, Craig Campbell, Dan + Shay, Brett Eldredge, High Valley, Jon Pardi, Maddie & Tae, Old Dominion, Randy Rogers Band, Michael Ray, Darius Rucker and Cole Swindell with more to be announced in the coming weeks.  Not only a summer staple for fans, the festival has quickly become a favorite for artists to play, watch highlights from the announcement today here.

“Last July, Brian O’Connell called me while he was at Faster Horses and asked if I would want to return for the fifth year,” said Dierks Bentley. “It’s one of my favorites memories on the road, and I can’t wait to get back on that stage. We’re gonna go out and try to blow their minds for the fifth anniversary.”    

“Heading into the fifth year of Faster Horses is a crazy thought, but one that I am extremely proud of,” said Brian O’Connell, President of Country Touring at Live Nation. “Our team set out with a specific plan, to build a community of fans that gather once a year to celebrate country music, but more importantly, the true mission was to have Faster Horses be unique to everyone who attends. We have witnessed people who have attended create friendships, shared stories with fans about how their groups get together all year long after meeting at the Festival, and how it even brings those that have moved to places far from the area home for the Party of the Summer. I can’t wait for the fifth anniversary to get going, and to witness what comes next. We may be in the dead of winter now, but just talking about Faster Horses brings a smile to our faces, and makes it feel like summer is right around the corner.”

Enhancing the stacked lineup each year, are the fringe offerings available across the weekend that breed the community feel that has enjoyed #5yearslotsofbeers. Ceremoniously opening the gates with the World Famous Budweiser Clydesdales, fans can kick off each day with “DeeJay Silver’s Pancake Party,” a brunch event to indulge with fellow campmates while sipping mimosas with a pregame-perfect soundtrack.  Embracing the opportunity to express themselves, the fiercely competed “Campsite Contest” will also return, as well as the good-natured “Faster Humans Fun Run” following its successful launch last year. On Sunday, fans can mark the last day of festivities, by visiting the newly introduced “The Hustle & Muscle Classic Car & Truck Show” onsite. With more to be announced, further information on activities can be found here: fasterhorsesfestival.com/experience

For more details as they are announced, visit fasterhorsesfestival.com, twitter @faster_horses and join the conversation on Twitter, #FasterHorses. 

Josh Turner Reveals Details on Forthcoming Sixth Studio Album

Josh Turner is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated new album, Deep South, on March 10. The new collection of music serves as his sixth studio album, and his first new release in nearly five years. Deep South will feature 11 new songs, including “Lay Low” and latest single “Hometown Girl.”

“I’m really proud of this album,” says Turner. “It was really important for me to expand creatively and explore in new ways for this record. The way I pick songs is different now. There are so many things in my life and career that have matured me as an artist.” Turner follows that thought with the reminder, “I’ve had another child since my last project!”

Exclusive Deep South pre-order packages are available now by clicking here.

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Josh Turner Deep SouthDeep South Track Listing:
1. Deep South
2. All About You
3. Hometown Girl
4. Beach Bums
5. Southern Drawl
6. Where The Girls Are
7. Never Had A Reason
8. Wonder
9. One Like Mine
10. Lay Low
11. Hawaiian Girl

ACM Party for a Cause Returns For The Week Vegas Goes Country

The Academy of Country Music announced a return to the organization’s origins in developing The Week Vegas Goes Country® years ago, with an onslaught of events taking over Las Vegas – including a return and expansion of the 5th Annual ACM Party for a Cause® — in conjunction with the 52nd Academy of Country Music Awards™, Country Music’s Party of the Year®, which will broadcast LIVE for the first time ever from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 8:00 PM ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network.

This year, ACM Party for a Cause will consist of industry and fan events located at different venues across Las Vegas including a new host hotel, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and several others from Thursday, March 30 – Sunday, April 2, 2017 in Las Vegas, NV. Each of the festivities will feature performances by some of the biggest names and hottest new talent in country music including Kelsea Ballerini, Billy Currington, Ryan Follese, Lady Antebellum, LOCASH, Kip Moore, Jake Owen, Chris Stapleton, Michael Tyler, Clay Walker, Brett Young and many others. Festivities will also include interactive ACM fan experiences, which will be announced in the coming weeks. All events will benefit ACM Lifting Lives, the charitable arm of the Academy, which works to lift lives through the power of music.

The 5th ACM Party for a Cause schedule of events is below. For additional details and ongoing updates including ticket sales information and the most updated lineup of country superstars set to perform at each event, please check back often at acmpartyforacause.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2017:
6:00 PM                95.9 The Bull’s 9th Annual All-Star Guitar Pull
Location: Red Rock Ballroom, Red Rock Casino Resort Spa

10:00 PM             ACM After Party for a Cause at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country
Location: Stoney’s Rockin’ Country

FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 2017:
7:00 PM                LOCASH with Ryan Follese and Michael Tyler at House of Blues
Location: House of Blues, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

7:00 PM                ACM Party for a Cause: Songwriter Showcase
Location: The Pearl, Palms Casino Resort

8:00 PM                ACM Party for a Cause: WME Bash at the Beach
Location: Mandalay Bay Beach, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

10:00 PM             ACM After Party for a Cause at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill
Location: I Love This Bar & Grill, Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

10:00 PM             ACM After Party for a Cause at Virgil’s Real BBQ
Location: Virgil’s Real BBQ, The LINQ Promenade

SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 2017:
1:00 PM               ACM Pool Party for a Cause
Location: GO Pool, Flamingo Las Vegas

5:00 PM               ACM Party for a Cause at The Joint
Location: The Joint, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

7:00 PM               ACM Party for a Cause at House of Blues
Location: House of Blues, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

8:00 PM               ACM Party for a Cause: WME Bash at the Beach
Location: Mandalay Bay Beach, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

10:00 PM             ACM After Party for a Cause at Redneck Riviera
Location: The Grand Bazaar Shops in front of Bally’s Hotel & Casino

SUNDAY, APRIL 2, 2017:
8:00 PM               ACM Awards Official After Party at The Joint
Location: The Joint, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

8:00 PM               ACM Awards Official After Party at The Park Theater
Location: Park Theater, Monte Carlo Resort and Casino

For more information on the ACM Party for a Cause®, visit acmpartyforacause.com.

The Randy Travis Tribute Concert Continues To Grow with Impressive Star-Studded Lineup

Joining the star-studded tribute to Randy Travis on February 8, 2017, will be Chris Young, Chuck Wicks, Paul Overstreet, Shane Owens and William Michael Morgan. Tickets for the highly anticipated event are on sale now at all Ticketmaster locations and the Bridgestone Arena Box Office.

Fans in attendance will get a chance to see many “special” moments including a duet with country crooners Mark Chesnutt and Daryle Singletary.

The event, titled 1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes and Friends Tribute to Randy Travis, will also feature performances from Alabama, Rodney Atkins, Kane Brown, James Dupre, Jeff Foxworthy, Montgomery Gentry, Ben Haggard, Chris Janson, Jamey Johnson, Alison Krauss, Neal McCoy, Scotty McCreery, Joe Nichols, Michael Ray, Collin Raye, Ricky Skaggs, Kenny Rogers, Michael W. Smith, The Bellamy Brothers, The Randy Travis Band, Ricky Traywick, Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker, Josh Turner, Phil Vassar, Wynonna with more still to be announced.

A portion of the proceeds will go to the Randy Travis Foundation; a 501(c)3 non-profit that raises money for stroke research and rehabilitation.

“Randy and Mary Travis and I are extremely overwhelmed with the artists that are lending their talents for this special night. Once they found out that Randy needed help to fund the Randy Travis Foundation everyone started calling. Funds going into the foundation will help fund numerous stroke research and rehabilitation programs. This will only be one night, one time, and one place and will never happen again. Over 30 artists have confirmed so far. They will perform with Randy’s band as well as join Randy in his first public performance since his life-altering stroke. We are prepared for there not to be a dry eye in the house,” said producer of the event and Travis’ manager, Tony Conway of Conway Entertainment Group/Ontourage Management.

In October, Randy Travis was officially inducted into The Country Music Hall of Fame. The multi-platinum country giant suffered a massive stroke in 2013 and has since made miraculous strides towards recovery. He recently sang “Amazing Grace” at his Country Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony as well as the tagline to his iconic “Forever and Ever, Amen” at the 2016 CMA Awards in November alongside numerous country legends and stars.

RaeLynn Reveals Release Date for Highly Anticipated Debut Album WILDHORSE

Warner Music Nashville’s RaeLynn revealed via Facebook Live that her debut album, Wildhorse, will be available on March 24. The highly anticipated album features 12 fresh new tracks, including her powerful single “Love Triangle.”

“Thank you so much for being so patient with my debut record WILDHORSE” RaeLynn shared of her upcoming album release. “This record deserved to have the perfect release and I’m so beyond excited it will be in your hands on March 24th!!” “No more surprises” she laughed.

In addition to the album release, fans can find RaeLynn showcasing her new music out on the road with Blake Shelton on his Doing It To Country Songs Tour. For a full list of tour dates, please see below.

RaeLynn Wildhorse Debut Album
Photo Credit: Joseph Llanes

Wildhorse is available for pre-order now on iTunes here. Order your copy now and receive four tracks immediately before the full album release.

Stay connected with RaeLynn by visiting her Official Website, and following her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

RaeLynn “Doing It To Country Songs” Tour Dates
 2/16/17 Bakersfield, CA
2/17/17 Los Angeles, CA
2/23/17 Portland, OR
2/24/17 Spokane, WA
2/25/17 Seattle, WA
3/3/17 Fresno, CA
3/4/17 Las Vegas, NV
3/9/17 Sacramento, CA
3/10/17 San Jose, CA
3/11/17 San Diego, CA
3/16/17 Evansville, IN
3/17/17 Chicago, IL
3/18/17 Omaha, NE