PRESS RELEASES
June 2020
ADAM SANDERS SIGNS CO-PUBLISHING DEAL WITH ROUND HILL MUSIC NASHVILLE
No. 1 Billboard chart-topping singer-songwriter, Adam Sanders, has signed a co-publishing deal with Round Hill Music Nashville. Sanders, who’s written No. 1 hits for Cole Swindell (“Ain’t Worth The Whiskey”) and Dustin Lynch (“Hell Of A Night”), and has had album cuts recorded by Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, Scotty McCreery and Tracy Lawrence, recently released his new single, "Make Em Wanna Change."
STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN RELEASES “THAT’S MY DAD” FATHER’S DAY SONG AND TBN TV SPECIAL
Five-time GRAMMY® winner Steven Curtis Chapman releases "That's My Dad," a touching tribute to his father, today. Leading up to Father's Day, Steven is also set to host a television special of the same name tonight on Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) at 8, 9, 10, 11 p.m. EST.
FORDIE HAYS RELEASES “MORE IN THIS GLASS” AVAILABLE TODAY
Singer-songwriter Fordie Hays still has "More in This Glass" to share with fans of traditional country music. His new single premiered exclusively on Cowboys & Indians and is available across all music streaming platforms today.
The Judds to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Five-time GRAMMY®, nine-time CMA and seven-time ACM Award-winning iconic duo, The Judds, will receive a star on the world's most famous walkway, The Hollywood Walk of Fame. "After 37 years, I still find myself amazed! What a journey it has been so far. Thankful to still be included," said Wynonna Judd. "Many years ago before moving to Nashville, we lived in Hollywood. It was a very hard time. I could barely pay the rent and keep food on the table for Ashley, Wynonna and myself. Walking down Hollywood Boulevard, and seeing those stars under my feet, it just never occurred to me that our names would one day be on a Star with all of those famous people. It’s surreal to even imagine it now. I’m thrilled that we have been given such amazing recognition," Naomi Judd shared.
Bellamy Brothers to Perform for Wreaths Across America Live Virtual Concert
National nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) is proud to announce that it is producing a free, virtual “Giving in July” concert on Facebook to replace its annual “Stem to Stone Rally in the Valley” weekend event in Maine this year. This family-friendly, virtual concert event will air live, nationwide on the WAA Official Facebook Page on Sunday, July 19, 2020, at 7PM ET, featuring patriotic musical guests who are supportive and appreciative of our country’s veterans and their families, and the organization’s mission to REMEMBER, HONOR and TEACH. The event will include a special message from Operation Red Wing lone survivor, United States Navy SEAL (RET) Marcus Luttrell and his wife Melanie from their home in Texas, as well as appearances from local volunteers across the country who are giving back in their own communities through their participation in the WAA program.
LEWIS BRICE’S “IT’S YOU” ADDED TO SIRIUSXM THE HIGHWAY’S ‘ON THE HORIZON’
Lewis Brice's single "It's You" continues to gain momentum with no signs of slowing down, as it is added to SiriusXM The Highway's 'On The Horizon' show on channel 56. 'On The Horizon,' is a one-hour show hosted by Buzz Brainard that features new songs by on-the-rise artists in Country music and airs throughout the weekend on SiriusXM's The Highway. Full list of air-times below.
Tanya Tucker Nominated for 3 Americana Honors and Awards: Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Artist of the Year
Today, The Americana Music Association bestowed two-time 2020 GRAMMY® winner Tanya Tucker announced with three 2020 Americana Honors and Awards nominations, including Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Artist of the Year.
GARY BUSEY AND DENNIS QUAID JOIN FORCES WITH 8-PART COMEDY MUSIC SPECIAL “UNCLE DRANK: THE TOTALLY HAMMERED” PODCAST VIA AUDIO UP
Audio Up’s newest venture features veteran actors Gary Busey and Dennis Quaid, and a drunken party on the beach, with a new first-of-its-kind scripted music podcast titled, Uncle Drank: The Totally Hammered podcast. One of Audio Up’s newest properties, Uncle Drank: The Totally Hammered podcast is set to premiere later this year and will feature an original soundtrack released through Warner Records. The first release “Hickstart My Heart” featuring Trinidad James was released earlier this week.
COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME & GRAND OLE OPRY MEMBER WHISPERIN’ BILL ANDERSON SET TO HOST TWO-HOUR OPRY “HOUSE GUEST DJ” SPECIAL AT WILLIE’S ROADHOUSE ON SIRIUSXM
While social-distancing guidelines prevent the Grand Ole Opry from going live Friday evenings on SiriusXM Willie's Roadhouse, Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member, Whisperin' Bill Anderson, is hosting a two-hour special as an Opry "House Guest DJ." Anderson will share with listeners stories from his more than 60 years performing on the Opry stage. The country legend hand-picked some of his favorite songs recorded by his friends and fellow Opry members, as well as from his own extensive catalogue. Anderson's set as an Opry "House Guest DJ" at Willie's Roadhouse on SiriusXM will premiere Friday, June 12 at 9 p.m. EST on Channel 59 and re-air throughout the weekend.
Dennis Quaid and Lewis Brice Join 2020 Concert for Love & Acceptance Set for June 30
Actor, musician, songwriter, writer, and Audio Up podcast pioneer, Dennis Quaid, and rising country artist Lewis Brice, join the talent lineup for the 2020 Concert for Love and Acceptance, set to take place as an online event June 30 amid the ongoing COVID19 crisis. The Academy of Country Music’s charitable arm ACM Lifting Lives®, CMT, GLAAD and country music star and philanthropist Ty Herndon announced Quaid and Brice to the lineup today, along with the additions of Lauren Alaina, Terri Clark, Billy Gilman, Kalie Shorr and Rita Wilson. Mickey Guyton will make a special appearance, as will actor, producer, and director Matt Bomer, who will introduce Wilson. As previously announced, two-time 2020 Grammy® winner Tanya Tucker will open the show. The event will be live streamed on YouTube, Facebook and at F4LA.org/concert, with additional appearances and performances to be announced.