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EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Craig Campbell

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We had the chance to speak to country singer-songwriter Craig Campbell about his brand new record “Never Regret” out on May 7th. The “Family Man” Georgia native called us to talk all about his brand new sophomore record, if there was a difference between this record and his last, his brand new single, why respect is so important to him, and how Luke Bryan crashed his set shirtless.

Check out our exclusive interview with Craig below and let us know what you think of his new album. Did you pre-order your copy yet? What’s your favorite Craig Campbell tune?

Craig Campbell announces sophomore album

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After selling more than a half-million tracks from his debut effort, Bigger Picture artist Craig Campbell today revealed on his Facebook page the street date and cover artwork for his highly anticipated sophomore album, NEVER REGRET. The twelve-song project, which features the evocative lead single “Outta My Head,” will join the ranks of country music hit-makers Lady Antebellum and Pistol Annies to release on May 7, 2013. On this second record, Campbell continues to work with Grammy Award winning producer Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band) and CCMA Album of The Year producer, Matt Rovey.

Shortly after the release of his sophomore record and in honor of his late father, Craig will host the inaugural Celebrity Cornhole Challenge to benefit the TJ Martell Foundation’s colon cancer research efforts. The announcement of June’s event comes at a timely moment as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is coming to a close.

“This tournament will benefit colon cancer awareness and research, which I am very passionate about,” states Campbell. With a smile in his eyes, he continues, “my father passed away at the age of 36 from the disease, and what better event to benefit colon cancer care than a ‘Cornhole’ tournament.”

Just last week, Craig joined Alan Jackson to perform at the Stars Go Blue concert in Nashville to benefit the Colon Cancer Alliance.

Check out Craig’s official album cover below. Which album are you picking up on May 7th?

Craig Campbell's official cover for Never Regret.

Craig Campbell’s official cover for Never Regret.

The Bobby Bones Show is now in Nashville!

Last Tuesday, February 19th, we here at Keepin’ It Country had the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Bobby Bones to Nashville! The press conference took place at the Ford Theater in the Country Music Hall of Fame, where Bobby and his radio crew answered questions and took photos with some of Bobby’s favorite country stars, who were invited to help welcome him to his new city.

To start off the conference, Brad Paisley (although he couldn’t be there in attendance) shared a special video message announcing that he would be Bobby’s first guest on Monday, February 25th. The Big 98′s AntMan and Amy Paige then hosted a question & answer session with Bobby, opening up questions to anyone in attendance. Some of the country stars in attendance at the conference were Brett Eldridge, Charlie Worsham, Chris Janson, Craig Campbell, Dustin Lynch, Eric Paslay, The Farm, Gloriana, Greg Bates, Jake Owen, Jana Kramer, Joe Nichols, Joel Crouse, Josh Thompson, Jon Pardi, Kristin Kelly, and Parmalee.

“Thank you guys all for coming, it really means a lot to me and I’m gonna play your records a whole lot more since you’re here” Bobby joked, to all the artists who took their time to attend.

Bobby informed us that he grew up on country and he already feels at home in the transition from hosting on Top 40 radio to Country. ”To entertain and be with country music, it just feels so natural, and I feel like there is a big wide open avenue for a show like ours that makes people laugh, that relates and identifies with the new generation of country. I think that’s our goal and that’s what we’re set here to do.”

The Bobby Bones Show first started in Austin, TX in 2003. It debuted in Nashville on February 18th, 2013 and is now syndicated on Country radio stations nationwide. You can tune in Monday through Friday from 5 to 10am central time.

We’re glad to have you here in Nashville, Bobby! You can check out our photos from the event below!

DVR Alert: Craig Campbell on GAC Today

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Check out country star Craig Campbell on the GAC Daily Countdown TODAY, February 19, 2013 at NOON and 6:00PM ET. Craig joins show host, Suzanne Alexander for the fan voted show featuring his own latest hit video “Outta My Head,” which has landed in the top spot for multiple weeks and counting!

After moving from his hometown of Lyons, Georgia to Nashville in 2002 to pursue his country music dreams, American Country Awards nominee Craig Campbell quickly picked up work as a keyboardist in Luke Bryan and Tracy Byrd’s bands and was later discovered playing a regular gig at legendary Nashville honky-tonk, The Stage. Since signing with Bigger Picture, he has entertained crowds across the U.S., Australia and Switzerland and performed for national TV audiences on Fox & Friends, Huckabee and Marie and has been profiled in HLN’s series Road Warriors.

The singer-songwriter has earned well-deserved praise from the country’s toughest critics for his 2011 self-titled debut album, which has sold more than a half-million tracks. Campbell’s autobiographical lead single, “Family Man” was a top 15 hit followed by fan-favorite “Fish.” His current smash “Outta My Head” is the title track to his recently released 5-song digital EP and the lead single from his sophomore album, set to release this spring.

DVR Alert: Craig Campbell singing anthem at Titans-Packers game

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Watching football is definitely a holiday tradition, but this Sunday Dec 23rd, Craig Campbell has a front row seat as he will be singing the National Anthem as the Green Bay Packers take on the Tennessee Titans. CBS will air the game from Lambeau Field at 12:00pm cst.

Craig recently released his Outta My Head EP which includes brand new songs from his upcoming sophomore album plus his newest hit single “Outta My Head.” The Outta My Head EP is available everywhere digital music is sold and an exclusive version of the EP is available for fans to purchase at Walmart stores nationwide.

Craig Campbell Releases Outta My Head EP

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As a special holiday treat for fans, Craig Campbell is releasing an exclusive version of his brand new EP.  The 6-song CD includes 2 brand new songs from his upcoming sophomore album in addition to 2 previously unreleased tracks and live recordings of his smash singles “Family Man” and “Fish.”  The Outta My Head physical EP is available for fans to purchase now exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide.

Craig Campbell's official album art for his Walmart Outta My Head EP.

Craig Campbell’s official album art for his Walmart-released Outta My Head EP.

Outta My Head “Walmart Exclusive” EPOfficial Track Listing

1. “Outta My Head” (Brandon Kinney, Michael Carter, Cole Swindell)
2. “Keep Them Kisses Comin’” (Dallas Davidson, Ben Hayslip)
3. “This Old Guitar” (Craig Campbell, Rob Hatch, Jason Sellers)
4. “You Can’t Drown Misery” (Craig Campbell, Jameson Clark, Rob Hatch)
5. “Family Man” -Live from Gstaad, Switzerland (Craig Campbell, Jon Henderson, Joel Shewmake)
6. “Fish” -Live from Gstaad, Switzerland (Craig Campbell, Arlos Smith, Ashe Underwood)

EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Craig Campbell

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We were lucky enough to sit down and talk to Craig Campbell recently and learn a lot about this singer/songwriter/fisherman who does NOT do interviews in his pajamas (trust us, we asked!).  With Craig’s five-track “Outta My Head” EP coming out today, we thought sharing this interview with our readers on this very special day would be a great way to celebrate this release.  Read further to find out about Craig’s trek up the ladder to a coveted music career, odd jobs, family life, and his “idiocy” when he first heard his own song on the radio.  Oh, and if you want to know what to get Craig for Christmas this year, you can find out his dream gift too!

DVR Alert: Craig Campbell on GAC

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Go behind the scenes with GAC and country star Craig Campbell as he films the music video for his latest hit song “Outta My Head.”  The exclusive Behind The Video 30-minute TV special features interviews with cast and crew including director Mason Dixon, and chronicles the crazy sixteen-hour workday in the quaint city of Franklin, TN, just outside of Nashville.  The “Outta My Head” official music video will make its broadcast world premiere as part of the special on GAC as the show debuts on Monday, November 5th at 10:30pm ET. Check HERE for the latest schedule and airdates.  The video can also be seen online at www.gactv.com.

“Outta My Head” is a high-octane up-tempo track with an evocative lyric that describes the struggle of lost love. Produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band) and Matt Rovey and written by Brandon Kinney, Michael Carter, and Cole Swindell, the mesmerizing track showcases Campbell’s rich, warm baritone and expansive range.  The single is available for purchase HERE.

Craig Campbell to Make European Debut

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Country artist Craig Campbell will be making his music debut overseas! He’s playing his first-ever European show today in Switzerland at the Gstaad Festival. He’ll perform back-to-back shows at the festival, which also includes a set by Republic Nashville’s superstar Martina McBride. Fans making it to his Gstaad show can expect to hear his brand new single “Outta My Head,” which impacts North American country radio today. While it’s Craig’s first time performing for an European audience, it’s not his first trip outside North America. He’s toured previously in Australia.

Craig’s new single is a co-write by Brandon Kinney, Michael Carter, and Cole Swindell. It was produced by Keith Stegall (Zac Brown Band, Alan Jackson) and Matt Rovey. It’s a high-octane track that shares the story of lost love, showing off Craig’s vocal range.

Craig will be hurrying back to the United States after his dates in the Swiss Alps. His next American show is September 25th in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dierks Bentley Adds Kix Brooks to Miles & Music Lineup

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Dierks Bentley is bringing in even more firepower for his charity concert. He’s just announced the addition of country icon Kix Brooks to his “Miles & Music For Kids” charity event on October 14th in Nashville, Tennessee. The motorcycle ride and concert will also feature the previously announced Sheryl Crow, Chris Young, Brantley Gilbert, The Cadillac Black, and Craig Campbell.Tickets for the family-friendly event are still on-sale on Ticketmaster.com, so make sure to get your tickets before it sells out!

The ride begins at the Harley-Davidson of Columbia (1616 Harley Davidson Blvd., Columbia, TN) for a scenic hour-long motorcycle ride ending at downtown Nashville’s Riverfront Park where the ACM Lifting Lives Stage will hold the all-star concert.

Fans can purchase tickets for the ride, concert and commemorative T-shirt for $50, or those looking to attend the concert only can purchase tickets for $20.  Special VIP packages are also available. All proceeds from the event will benefit Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. For more ticket info, visit www.dierks.com.