Month: March 2023

Miranda Lambert leaving Sony Music Nashville after 20 years

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Post date March 17, 2023
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Miranda Lambert has parted ways with her longtime record label, Sony Music Nashville.

The country superstar announced the news via social media, alongside a graphic that included all nine of her studio albums released under the Sony Music Nashville imprint: “Since I was 19-years-old, Sony has been my home in Nashville. Over the last 20 years together we have released albums that allowed me to share my story with the world, and we’ve reached heights I’d never even dreamed were possible.” Lambert went on to thank the team at Sony: “I’m so thankful for our time together and everything they made possible for me, yet I wouldn’t be true to myself if I wasn’t constantly looking for the next challenge and a new way to stretch my creativity. With that in mind, I’ve decided to say goodbye to my Sony family. I can’t wait to see what the next adventure holds.”

During her time at Sony, Lambert earned seven No. 1 solo albums, 10 No. 1 hit radio singles, and more than 70 prestigious awards. She is a three-time GRAMMY winner, 14-time CMA Awards winner, and is the most-awarded artist in the history of the Academy of Country Music with a total of 37 career ACM Awards. Her latest album, Palomino, arrived in April of 2022 and included hits such as “If I Was A Cowboy,” and “Strange,” and also includes fan-favorite tracks like “Actin’ Up” and “Geraldene.”

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Willie Nelson and Zach Bryan set to headline inaugural 2023 Fairwell Festival

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Post date March 17, 2023
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FairWell Festival has announced its inaugural lineup, posting on social media: “Welcome to FairWell Festival!⁣⁣ This July 21-23, gear up for a weekend of memorable performances from Zach Bryan, Willie Nelson & Family, Turnpike Troubadours and more amidst the pristine natural beauty of Central Oregon. Presale begins this Thursday 3/16 at 10am PT Sign up to receive a presale code at the link in bio!”

Willie Nelson & Family, Zach Bryan, and Turnpike Troubadours will perform at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in the heart of the High Desert in Central Oregon this July 21-23, which will also feature over 36 artists on three stages. Additional performances include Gary Clark Jr., Sheryl Crow, Mt. Joy, Morgan Wade, Trampled By Turtles, Yola, Band of Horses, Luke Grimes and Charley Crockett.

Tickets are available now at the link here. Visit the FairWell official website for more information.

Turnpike Troubadours, Zach Bryan, & Willie Nelson To Headline FairWell Festival 2023

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Megan Thee Stallion returns to Houston for March Madness Music Festival

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Post date March 17, 2023
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Megan Thee Stallion announced she will be hitting the stage in Houston for the March Madness Music Festival, her first festival appearance of 2023. The three-day event, coinciding with the NCAA Final Four basketball tournament, will take place at Discovery Green on March 31, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; April 1, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.; and close out on April 2, 2:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Megan shared in a statement: “There’s no place I’d rather be for my first performance of the year than my hometown of Houston. The AT&T Block Party Concert is gonna be such a vibe, and I can’t wait to get back on stage in the city where it all began. I’m looking forward to seeing my Hotties and putting on an unforgettable show for them.”

Tickets are free for the concerts, which will also feature Lil Nas X and Maggie Rogers on Day 2, and country stars Tim McGraw, Mickey Guyton and Keith Urban on Day 3. For more information, head to www.ncaa.com/marchmadness/musicfest.

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Netflix shares trailer for Lewis Capaldi documentary ‘How I’m Feeling Now’

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Post date March 17, 2023
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Netflix has released the trailer for the new documentary ‘Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now’, set for release on April 5.

The documentary captures Capaldi’s ‘defining year, struggling to balance the familiarity of home, normality, and all he’s ever known with life as one of the biggest stars on the planet, gleaning an intimate portrait of his unique character, hopes, and fears in his own words .. digging beneath the popular clichés surrounding the most unlikely of popstars reveals a deeply thoughtful and self-reflective young man at a unique crossroads in his life as he carries the weight of trying to eclipse the success of his record-breaking debut album.’

The 26-year-old Capaldi will release his sophomore album Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent on May 19, the follow-up to Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent, Capaldi’s 2019 full-length debut from 2019 which featured the hit singles as “Before You Go” and “Someone You Loved.”

Watch the trailer for ‘Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now’ – here.

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Nashville notes: Kassi Ashton's Opry debut + Walker Hayes' new songs

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Post date March 16, 2023
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MCA Nashville/Interscope’s Kassi Ashton made her Grand Ole Opry debut March 15. The rising artist performed her new single “Drive You Out of My Mind” and a cover of Sammi Smith‘s “Help Me Make It Through the Night.”

Walker Hayes has shared on Instagram that he’s dropping two new songs March 17: “If Father Time Had a Daughter” and “6 String American Dream.” Of the latter track, Walker says, “6 String American Dream is as honest as they come. These past 2 years have been outstanding to me. All of my dreams comin true.. but in a very sobering way It didn't fix anythin that matters. That's what this song revolves around.”

Little Big Town has announced the openers for their upcoming Friends of Mine tour. They include Caitlyn Smith, Carter Faith, Jonathan Hutcherson and Patty Griffin. For the full list of acts and tour dates, check out Little Big Town’s Instagram post.

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Listen to an acoustic version of Shania Twain's “Queen of Me”

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Post date March 16, 2023
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Shania Twain has released three new songs as part of the Spotify Singles series, and they include an acoustic rendition of her song “Queen of Me,” as well as covers of Harry Styles‘ “Falling” and Howlin' Wolf‘s “Spoonful.”

Unlike its jaunty, synth-pop studio version, the reimagined “Queen of Me” features a sparse production and is primarily led by an acoustic guitar which, in turn, shines the spotlight on Shania’s signature vocals.

“The Spotify studio is crazy, like I just want to move in there,” Shania says of the Los Angeles-based studio where she recorded her songs. “It's state of the art, but it's so friendly! It's a very soothing place. So I'll just be going back there to goof around and record more stuff. I told them I need a locker here, I'm moving in!”

Of her decision to record Harry’s heartbreak ballad, the country-pop star shares, “I just fell in love with ‘Falling.’ I love Harry Styles anyway and his version of the song really moved me and I wanted to try it on. It came out more emotional than I thought it would and I was very pleased – I can kind of hear my pain in it. It was also a tip to Harry Styles as well because he has often done my songs in his shows.”

This is Shania’s latest music release following her sixth full studio record, Queen of Me, which dropped last month.

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A new Cole Swindell track is dropping Friday

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Post date March 16, 2023
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Get ready for new Cole Swindell music. The country star has shared on Instagram that a brand new song, “Broken,” is dropping March 17.

While not much is revealed about the track, Cole teased a clip of the chorus, which goes, “‘Cause your heart wasn’t made to be broken/ Wasn’t meant to be in pieces/ It was made to be loved on by someone who’d never leave it/ Wasn’t made to be left out in the middle of the pouring rain/ I know you been there but girl this ain’t yesterday/ And I’m going to show ya/ That baby your heart wasn’t made to be broken/ Wasn’t made to be broken.”

“Broken” will be the latest preview of Cole’s forthcoming deluxe album, Stereotype Broken. Arriving on April 28, the 17-song record will include his current single, “Drinkaby,” as well as his latest hit, “She Had Me At Heads Carolina.”

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Goodbye, Sony: A new chapter awaits Miranda Lambert

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Post date March 16, 2023
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Miranda Lambert has departed from Sony Music Nashville, the record label she’s been with for two decades.

“Since I was 19-years-old, Sony has been my home in Nashville. Over the last 20 years Together we have released albums that allowed me to share my story with the world, and we've reached heights I'd never even dreamed were possible,” Miranda wrote in her surprise announcement on Instagram.

“I'm so thankful for our time together and everything they made possible for me,” the singer continued, “yet I wouldn't be true to myself if I wasn't constantly looking for the next challenge and a new way to stretch my creativity. With that in mind, I've decided to say goodbye to my Sony family. I can't wait to see what the next adventure holds.”

A collage of the cover art from each of Miranda’s nine albums with Sony was included in this post. Her last album with Sony was 2022’s Palomino.

This news arrives on the 18th anniversary of her debut album, Kerosene.

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Jelly Roll's new album will take you to 'Whitsitt Chapel'

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Post date March 16, 2023
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Multi-genre superstar Jelly Roll has announced his new album, Whitsitt Chapel. Arriving on June 2 via BMG/Stoney Creek Records, the 13-song record marks Jelly’s debut full-length country album.

“This album is about growth and gratitude happening in my life. I wanted to create a project that felt hopeful,” shares Jelly, who named the project after his hometown church. “I believe the worst feeling a person can have is feeling hopeless or worthless. This is therapeutic music. Real music for real people with real problems.”

Whitsitt Chapel will include Jelly’s No. 1 hit “Son of a Sinner” as well as his current single, “Need a Favor.” Autographed copies and merch bundles of Whitsitt Chapel are available on Jelly’s online store now.

On the touring front, the Antioch native will kick off his 44-date Backroad Baptism tour this July.

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Former Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti appointed U.S. ambassador to India

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Post date March 16, 2023
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On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate appointed former Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti the latest U.S. ambassador to India. Former U.S. Ambassador to India, Kenneth Juster, stepped down from the post in 2021 following the 2020 presidential election.

The 52-year-old Garcetti had been facing pushback from from some Democrats after an investigation into his top adviser Rick Jacobs over sexual harassment allegations, stemming from Garcetti’s nine years as the 42nd mayor of Los Angeles. The Senate voted 52 to 42 in favor of appointing Garcetti to the post, which has been vacant for two years. Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, and Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., voted against Garcetti’s appointment, while Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., and Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, gave him their support.

The Foreign Relations Committee voted last week, 13 to 8 in favor of moving Garcetti’s nomination to Wednesday’s full Senate vote. Pres. Biden initially nominated Garcetti in July 2021, then re-nominated him in January after the original nomination lapsed. Following the vote, Garcetti said in a statement: “I’m thrilled with today’s outcome, which was a decisive and bipartisan decision to fill a critical post that has been vacant for far too long. Now the hard work begins … I’m deeply grateful to President Biden and the White House for the confidence and support throughout this process, and to all Senators on both sides of the aisle — whether they voted for me or not — for their thoughtful consideration. I’m ready and eager to begin my service representing our critical interests in India.”

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