Blake Shelton To Release New Album IF I’M HONEST May 20

The much anticipated new single from country superstar Blake Shelton, “Came Here To Forget,” premiered today and immediately raced to the No. 1 spot on iTunes’ Country Chart. The track is the first single off his forthcoming 12th studio album, If I’m Honest, set to release on Warner Bros. Records/Warner Music Nashville May 20.

“This is the most excited I’ve been about a new album since the release of my second record,” said Shelton

Written by Craig Wiseman and Deric Ruttan, “Came Here To Forget” is an intimate snapshot of a couple’s encounter at a bar. “I’ve had a lot of music over the years,” Shelton continued, “but I don’t think I’ve ever had a song before that’s such a direct look into my life.”

Shelton recently performed to two sold out crowds at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena with The Tennessean noting that Shelton reinforced “he is one of country music’s most skilled song men and reliable, identifiable voices” and further adding that “his delivery of “Goodbye Time” [was] one of the finest country music moments on Bridgestone Arena’s stage in recent memory.” His ‘Blake Shelton 2016 Tour Presented by Gildan’ concludes next weekend with stops in New York and Pennsylvania.

Slime-filled fun is set to take center stage this Saturday, March 12 as Shelton prepares to host Nickelodeon’s 2016 Kids’ Choice Awards. Super-sized surprises will take over this year’s awards honoring favorites from the worlds of film, music and television, and giving kids a front-row seat to slime, stunts and celebrities. The show will roll out on Nickelodeon’s more than 180 countries and territories around the globe.

Shelton is currently coaching for his tenth season of NBC’s two-time Emmy Award-winning musical competition series “The Voice.” A four-time champion coach, Shelton is re-united with Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine, and Pharrell Williams.

Additional Stars Added To The Impressive Lineup For Songs of Kris Kristofferson

Music stars Reba McEntire, Alison Krauss, Buddy Miller, Larry Gatlin, Jessi Colter, and Shooter Jennings have been added to the all-star lineup of The Life & Songs of Kris Kristofferson on Wednesday, March 16, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

The all-star concert event taping will pay tribute to the legendary singer-songwriter and actor with performances by Lady Antebellum, Dierks Bentley, Ryan Bingham, Rosanne Cash, Eric Church, Emmylou Harris, Jack Ingram, Jamey Johnson, Toby Keith, Martina McBride, Willie Nelson, Jennifer Nettles, Darius Rucker, Hank Williams Jr., and Lee Ann Womack. Kristofferson will take the stage to perform with a number of special guests throughout the evening.

A final block of great seats is now available at Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, at all Ticketmaster locations and at the Bridgestone Arena box office. Citi is the official credit card of The Life & Songs of Kris Kristofferson. 

Proceeds from a range of charity initiatives will benefit the T.J. Martell Foundation, the official charity partner of the show. For more information, visit songsofkristofferson.com/charitybuzz. The T.J. Martell Foundation, the music industry’s largest foundation, funds innovative medical research focused on finding cures for leukemia, cancer and AIDS. For more information, visit TJMartell.org.

For all show details and the official concert event website, please visit: songsofkristofferson.com  #songsofkristofferson

Tucker Beathard Makes Impressive Debut at Country Radio with “Rock On”

Showcasing “his strong songwriting [and] gritty rock-country voice,” (Taste Of Country) Tucker Beathard’s debut single “Rock On” is one of the most added songs at radio. Beathard plays both lead guitar and drums on the track that spotlights his “hard country edge” (Rolling Stone), in addition sharing co-writing credits with Marla Cannon-Goodman and his dad hit songwriter Casey Beathard.

“It’s always been a dream to hear myself on the radio,” said Beathard. “I’ve learned a lot and had a lot of fun thus far in my career, and have loved sharing my music with people in every bar, club, festival and arena. Now getting to share it through the radio I’m fired up to see what happens and keep on taking more steps.”

Beathard’s family ties in music run deep, with dad Casey Beathard penning songs like Kenny Chesney’s “Don’t Blink” and Eric Church’s “Homeboy,” the latter inspired by his son’s rebellious phase.  He picked up the guitar and drums at the age of 10, often playing in a band with his two brothers.  While his brothers strayed away from music to chase another family legacy in football by becoming star quarterbacks, Beathard is following his dream of writing and playing music.  For an inside look at Beathard’s story, click here.

This year holds a stacked touring schedule for Beathard, who was recently tapped by country superstar Dierks Bentley for his summer tour, which will also include his first stint overseas in The UK and Ireland in April.  He is currently working on his debut album, being overseen by producer Angelo Petraglia (Kings Of Leon), and has already been featured on multiple “Artists To Watch” lists including The Bobby Bones Show, Huffington Post, Rolling Stone and more.

For more information and a full list of tour dates visit www.tuckerbeathard.com.

Tyler Farr Teams Up With Old Milwaukee Beer

Tyler Farr is gearing back up to hit the road and is proud to announce a partnership with legendary Old Milwaukee Beer to run through the end of 2016.  Farr has invited Old Milwaukee to be part of his tour dates across the continent including his bus, backstage and VIP areas.

The newly formed partnership will feature multiple custom videos that showcase the humor and lifestyle of both Farr and the Old Milwaukee Beer brand. Fans of both Farr and Old Mil will now be able to enjoy two of their favorites in one location, by clicking here.

“I’ve been holding this secret in for several months and now I can finally let the cat out of the bag. I’m so excited for this one of a kind partnership with Old Milwaukee. We’re going to have a lot of fun out there and I invite all of my fans to come out to shows and join us,” says Farr.

“While I’ve been on vocal rest these past few months, I’ve been mentally preparing for when I hit the road next; which will be very soon. I’m ready to bring my energy back to my fans that have been so incredibly supportive. I’m just about ready! I hope the world is!!”

In the coming weeks Tyler will announce major tour partners for 2016.

Second Annual American Country Countdown Awards Set For May 1

FOX, Cumulus Media and dick clark productions are reteaming for the second annual AMERICAN COUNTRY COUNTDOWN AWARDS, bringing country music’s longest-running radio countdown show to FOX on Sunday, May 1 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed). The two-hour live event will honor the year’s best country music with thrilling performances, special moments and surprises and awards. 

The inaugural AMERICAN COUNTRY COUNTDOWN AWARDS featured performances by Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Kelly Clarkson, Brett Eldredge, Florida Georgia Line, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and Hank Williams, Jr. Presenters also included Kix Brooks, Sara Evans, Hunter Hayes, Maddie & Tae, Scotty McCreery, Kip Moore, Thomas Rhett, Chase Rice, Cole Swindell and Chris Young.

“American Country Countdown with Kix Brooks” celebrates its 43rd year as America’s longest-running country music countdown show on radio. Since launching in 1973, the radio show now airs on more than 280 radio stations in 155 markets, covering 90% of the country.

This year’s host and performers will be announced in the coming weeks.