CRAIG MORGAN TO CELEBRATE CD RELEASE WITH FREE CONCERT

Craig Morgan gives a lot to his fans and his community, but he’s about to give even more when he hosts the FREE Craig Morgan…And A Whole Lot More concert to celebrate the release of his upcoming album, A Whole Lot More To Me. Presented by Kidde Fire Safety, LINE-X and NRA Country, the concert will be held Wednesday, June 8 at Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon.

Country music fans in town for the CMT Awards and CMA Music Festival will be treated to a free, full-band concert from Morgan along with performances from special guests Lindsay Ell, Jillian Cardarelli, Adam Sanders and Hailey Whitters. Third Day front man Mac Powell, who duets with the country star on “Hearts I Leave Behind” from Morgan’s upcoming CD, will also appear along with other surprise guests!

“What better way to celebrate the release of my new CD and give back to the fans than a free concert with a whole bunch of my friends,” says Morgan.

Craig Morgan…and a Whole Lot More at Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon will start at 6pm and continue to midnight. The show is free and open to the public and autographed copies of Morgan’s new CD, A Whole Lot More To Me, will be available for purchase at the show.

Late last month, the Black River Entertainment recording artist announced the June 3 release of his seventh studio album, A Whole Lot More To Me. The project, co-produced by Craig and Byron Gallimore (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Lee Ann Womack), includes “When I’m Gone,” “I’ll Be Home Soon” and the Mac Powell duet, “Hearts I Leave Behind.” Craig co-wrote nearly half of the album’s tracks with some of Music City’s hottest writers like Josh Osborne, Kevin Denney, Jim McBride and Phil O’Donnell. Pre-order the album at http://bit.ly/1WnakzB.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s Epic Lip Sync Video To “The Fighter”

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman lip syncing in the car together?!? Heck yes!!!! Urban shared this epic video on his facebook page of him and his beloved wife singing “The Fighter” together in the car. (watch below)

“The Fighter” is a track off of Keith Urban’s brand new album, Ripcord, and features Carrie Underwood.  While we absolutely love Keith and Carrie’s delivery of this song, we just can’t get enough of Keith and his lovely wife having some fun with the new track. #MarriageGoals

This past weekend, Nicole showed Keith’s latest single “Wasted Time” some love in her trailer while on set. It appears to be safe to say that she loves this song too!!!

Pick up Keith Urban’s latest album release, Ripcord, at a retail store near you, or on iTunes HERE.

CMR Contest: Enter To Win Tickets to St. Jude Presents: John Rich and Friends

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John Rich returns for the 5th Annual St. Jude Presents: John Rich and Friends, a significant evening that touches many hearts and lives. The event will take place on June 7th at the Cannon Center in Memphis, TN.

John Rich will host an exclusive songwriters’ event featuring Kristian Bush of Sugarland, Frankie Ballard, Drake White, Chase Bryant, Robby Krieger, Big Kenny of Big & Rich, Rodney Clawson and Nicole Galyon. All proceeds will support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.  Visit the website for additional details and WATCH a behind the scenes look here. To purchase tickets, click here. This is an evening you do not want to miss out on.

Thank to our friends at St. Jude, we’re excited to give fans an opportunity to attend this powerful event! To enter to win a pair of tickets to the 5th Annual St. Jude Presents: John Rich and Friends event, simply fill out the form below and like Country Music Rocks and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on Facebook. No travel and/or accommodations will be provided. Winner will be notified after contest closes on May 27. One entry per person. Good Luck!

Lyrics From Brett Young’s “Sleep Without You” Describes Him in a Relationship

Rising country artist Brett Young‘s debut single, “Sleep Without You,” is quickly becoming a fan favorite. The new single, co-written by Young, Kelly Archer and Justin Ebach, is the lead single from the newcomer’s debut self-titled EP, and includes lyrics that describe him perfectly while in a relationship.

“In the single, “Sleep Without You,” there’s a bridge where it says ‘I bet that dj’s playing your song and you’re carrying on, and I love the thought of it, just long as I know I’m the one you’re coming home to’ that describes me perfectly in a relationship. Kind of do your thing and make yourself happy, as long as there is a common theme – which is trust” Brett shares with us.

“I’m in new relationship, and I think if there was one that would describe me right now, it would be that. If we trust each other, we’re gonna be good” Young continues. “I’ve always loved that lyric, I feel like I relate to it really well.”

Brett Young’s debut self-titled EP, featuring “Sleep Without You,” is available now! Pick up your copy on iTunes HERE. In addition, be sure to call in to your local country radio station and request the fresh new song!

Keep up with Brett Young and visit his Official Website, Like him on Facebook and Follow him on Twitter and Instagram.

Dolly Parton’s Holiday Sequel “Christmas Of Many Colors: Circle of Love” Set For 2016 Return

Coming off the phenomenal performance of last year’s holiday special and looking to recapture the enthusiasm of the nearly 16 million viewers who tuned in, NBC is announcing the sequel “Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love.”

“Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love” is the next chapter in the life of young Dolly Parton. The film delivers Christmas joy and peril as an unexpected blizzard threatens the Parton family, while at the same time Dolly’s father (and his kids) make sacrifices to raise enough money to finally buy his loving wife the wedding ring he could never afford to give her. Meanwhile, an important person in little Dolly’s life begins to see that her amazing voice and musical gift might just be made for something bigger than rural Tennessee.

The original cast will return for the sequel: Jennifer Nettles as Avie Lee Parton, Ricky Schroder as Robert Lee Parton, Gerald McRaney as Rev. Jake Owens and Alyvia Alyn Lind as young Dolly Parton. Other members of the cast, as well as a premiere date, will be announced in the coming months.

Stephen Herek, who directed the original film, is also back to direct the sequel.

“It’s no secret that everyone loves Dolly Parton and the response to our first movie was overwhelming, both in terms of the size of the audience and outpouring of love for a film with family values and faith,” said Robert Greenblatt, Chairman, NBC Entertainment. “So it felt like a no-brainer to bring this talented cast back together and tell another compelling holiday story culled from Dolly’s own life growing up in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Her spirit and belief in God — and her music — will infuse this movie with the true spirit of Dolly Parton.”

“I was so overwhelmed and touched by how many people watched ‘Coat of Many Colors’ and their reaction to it,” Parton said. “The song ‘Coat of Many Colors,’ of course, has always been my favorite and has touched so many people through the years, especially me. It is a true story from a very special time in my childhood. I am so happy to share this story with the viewers and to say there is so much more to tell because mine truly has been a life of many colors. I hope the viewers will fall in love all over again.”

In L+7 results from Nielsen Media Research, the Dec. 10 telecast of “Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors” generated a 2.45 rating in adults 18-49 and 15.9 million viewers overall, making it the most-watched film on broadcast or cable in nearly seven years. The film’s increases from live plus same day to L+7 Nielsens are the largest L+7 time-shifted increase ever for a primetime movie on the broadcast networks.

“Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love” is written by Pamela K. Long. She executive produces with Sam Haskell and Dolly Parton. The film is a production of Magnolia Hill Entertainment and Dixie Pixie Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.