NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 16, 2017) -- When Gil Schaenzle lost her only child, 21 year old daughter Anna Rose earlier this year to Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), the same complicated disease that ended the life of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, she wanted to come up with an idea that would allow her to not only celebrate her daughter’s life, but also raise awareness, funding and hope for the rare disease.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 13, 2017) - The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announced the last round of presenters for the 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Beth Moore, Dr. Bobby Jones, Brandon Heath, Chonda Pierce, Jaci Velasquez, John Gray, Karen Peck Gooch, Kim Fields, Lauren Daigle, Mandisa, Miel San Marcos, Gov. Mike Huckabee, Montell Jordan, Trace Adkins, Travis Cottrell and Tye Tribbett were added to the all-star lineup. The 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards is set for October 17 at Lipscomb University's Allen Arena in Nashville. Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) will exclusively air the awards show on October 22 at 8 p.m. CST. Limited tickets are available here.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 12, 2017) -- GRAMMY® award winning band, The SteelDrivers, have just announced the first leg of tour dates for 2018. Ticket information can be found here. To learn more about the world-class musicians and performers, visit www.thesteeldrivers.com.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 9, 2017) - The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announced more talent for the 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Casting Crowns, Erica Campbell, Hezekiah Walker, Hollyn, Jekalyn Carr, Joseph Habedank, Micah Tyler and Tauren Wells are set to perform during the awards show. Hollyn and Tauren Wells will host the Pre-Telecast. PRAZOR and SoundExchange were added as partners for the awards show set for October 17 at Lipscomb University's Allen Arena in Nashville. Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) will exclusively air the awards show on October 22 at 8 p.m. CST. Limited tickets are available here.
ATLANTA (October 9, 2017) - The Swisher Sweets Artist Project took over Terminal Weston Thursday night as Travis Porter, Roscoe Dash, Fa$t Life, GRAFH, Kelechi and DJ Tek performed to a packed house. Download high-resolution images here. (Photo credit: Chris Farina)
NASHVILLE, TENN. (Oct. 6, 2017) – Curb Records' award-winning group Little Feather has released their debut video for "Hillbilly Love Song (Hey Y'all)." Watch it here! The autobiographical song was brought to life by director Ryan Hamblin of BrainStem Digital at the beautiful Two Rivers Mansion in Nashville. The single and video showcases the band's organic musicianship, personalities and lead singer Liz Sharpe's vintage-modern vocal abilities. Scenes depicted on the hallway walls come from actual home video footage of Liz growing up in Pikeville, Kentucky. The band's self-titled debut album is available for download here.
WHO: Travis Porter with Roscoe Dash, Fa$t Life, GRAFH, Kelechi and DJ Tek
WHAT: Swisher Sweets Artist Project Atlanta Pack Night
WHEN: Thursday, October 5 at 9 p.m.
WHERE: Terminal West
Atlanta, GA 30318
DANA POINT, Calif. (September 29, 2017) - The results of the 2017 SUP Awards presented by Salt Life were announced at the Pacific Paddle Games Kickoff Party on Thursday night. The SUP Awards, now in their seventh year, honor the top athletes, performances, expeditions, movies and philanthropic efforts in the sport. View the full list of winners at www.supthemag.com/sup-awards and download high resolution photos here.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 29, 2017) - Curb Records' award winning band, Little Feather, is releasing their self-titled debut album digitally today, September 29. Music fans can buy it here. The Huffington Post says, "If you took a salt shaker and threw in some Loretta Lynn, Patty Loveless and Little Big Town and shook it up, what just might come out is the sound of Curb Records’ newest act, Little Feather." Music Row Magazine calls the debut "old school country soul."
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 21, 2017) – Natalie Grant will undergo surgery on October 10thto remove half of her thyroid, where two tumors have been found. As a result of the surgery, she will be canceling her shows and special appearances from mid October through the end of November to focus on recovery. Long known for her openness and transparency with her fans, Grant posted a personal video on social media, asking for prayer.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 21, 2017) - The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announced that award-winning singer-songwriter Kari Jobe and Gospel powerhouse Tasha Cobbs Leonard will team up to host the 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Also joining the all-star lineup are performers Bri (Briana Babineaux), Danny Gokey, Gaither Vocal Band, Ryan Stevenson and Travis Greene. They join previously announced performers CeCe Winans, Hillsong Worship, Matt Redman, MercyMe, Reba McEntire, Steven Malcolm and Zach Williams and presenters Anthony Brown, Chris Tomlin, David and Tamela Mann, for KING & Country and Matt Maher.
DANA POINT, Calif. (September 20, 2017) – The 2017 Pacific Paddle Games presented by Salt Life announced a partnership with Sustainable Surf to be designated a Deep Blue Event. Deep Blue Events address impacts associated with waste, energy, local community, climate change and transport. With the support of key Deep Blue sustainability partners Harmless Harvest, Earth Technologies and Raw Elements, the 2017 Pacific Paddle Games will be the first paddle event in the U.S. to earn this distinction.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 7, 2017) - The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announced that Nature Nate's Honey will be the presenting sponsor of the 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Nature Nate's has launched the Honey Gives Hope campaign and is partnering with the GMA Dove Awards to provide a grant for a family to adopt a child through Show Hope, a movement to care for orphans and restore hope by breaking down barriers between waiting children and loving families.
NASHVILLE, TENN. (SEPT. 6, 2017) – Beginning today, Arkansas native and Top 3 / Season 9 of The Voice alumnus, Barrett Baber, joins forces with the heavy duty mowing machine giant, Bad Boy Mowers. Based out of Batesville, AR, Bad Boy Mowers specializes in zero-turn lawn mowers along with other high-qualtiy commercial and residential lawn care equipment. Barrett's soulful singing and showmanship grabbed Bad Boy's attention early on and the Arkansas home-based partnership naturally fell into place.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Americana Music Association, Voices of a People’s History and War Memorial Auditorium present The People Sing! on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, at 7:30 p.m., a separately ticketed event taking place on the opening night of the critically-acclaimed AMERICANAFEST℠: The Americana Music Festival & Conference.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 1, 2017) - SUP magazine announced that lifestyle brand Salt Life will be the presenting sponsor of the 2017 SUP Awards, the most prestigious honors in standup paddling. The SUP Awards, now in their eighth year, honor the top athletes, performances, expeditions, movies and philanthropic efforts in the sport. Online voting is open atwww.supthemag.com/sup-awards/. The results will be announced at the Pacific Paddle Games Kickoff Party in Dana Point, California, on September 28. Tickets are available here.
NASHVILLE, TENN. (AUG. 30, 2017) - Nominated by The Tennessean for “Best Local Band,” Boy Named Banjo will soon take part in The Americana Music Festival & Conference. The roots rock band will perform at Soulshine Pizza Factory, located at 1907 Division Street, on Friday, September 15. Show time is 8:00pm. The 18th annual Americana Music Festival & Conference is one big event that joins legendary artists with upcoming stars, industry professionals and fans for six days. Tickets can be purchased here.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 30, 2017) - The Gospel Music Association (GMA) announced that Hillsong Worship, Matt Redman, Steven Malcolm and Tasha Cobbs Leonard will perform at the 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards along with previously announced performers Reba McEntire, MercyMe, CeCe Winans and Zach Williams. The awards show will be held live on Tuesday, October 17 at Lipscomb University's Allen Arena in Nashville. Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) will exclusively air the awards show on Sunday, October 22 at 8 p.m. CST. More talent announcements are forthcoming. Tickets are on sale now at the Allen Arena box office or online here.
DANA POINT, Calif. (August 28, 2017) - The 2017 Pacific Paddle Games presented by Salt Life will feature a $60,000 prize purse and expanded exhibition area, offering a variety of options for paddlers, as well as spectators and the general public. New for 2017, the PPG Fitness Zone will offer free yoga and exercise classes as well as exhibitions from the top fitness, yoga and dietary supplement brands. The PPG Demo Zone will be the largest hard goods demo in the sport with everything from the hottest boards to the newest paddles, connecting brands to paddlers of all skill levels. SUP paddle clinics for all experience levels will also be offered.
