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Craig Morgan helps out at highway wreck
Black River Entertainment’s Craig Morgan pulled over at the scene of a car wreck on I-40 in Tennessee on the weekend. Three tractor trailers were involved in the accident near Humphrey’s County on June 9th. Craig, along with his crew members, performed CPR and first aid on victims, as well as extinguishing a small fire.
According the sheriff, Craig did exactly what they would have hoped a good Samaritan would. In an interview with a local news station, the Sheriff said:
“He responded and did exactly what he had been taught to do and was a huge help. This is just another example of the kind of guy he is, he loves doing things for others.”
This wasn’t the first time Craig had stopped to help someone else in danger. A few years ago he had bravely run into a burning building to save two teenaged girls.
PHOTO: Craig Morgan honored by Tennessee State
Country music, and sometimes television star, Craig Morgan was the recipient of a pretty special award this holiday weekend. He joined members of the 108th General Assembly of the State of Tennessee on the House Chamber floor at the State Capitol late last week for a reading of House Joint Resolution No. 540. The Resolution honors Craig as a distinguished citizen of the state of Tennessee for his notable military service, charity initiatives, and the impact he has made through his many musical contributions.
Check out the picture below of Craig’s special moment.. and new beard!
L to R: Rep. David Shepard, Craig Morgan, Rep. Mary Littleton, Morgan’s wife Karen, Speaker of the House Beth Harwell
Photo Credit: Jed Dekalb/Chief State Photographer, TN
Craig Morgan to headline St Jude Marathon in Nashville
Country Music star Craig Morgan and special guest, Sarah Darling, will lend their talented voices to the 14th annual St. Jude Country Music Marathon & ½ Marathon presented by Nissan. Continuing the tradition of combining great country music with Nashville’s premier running event, Morgan and Darling will cap the weekend of festivities with a post-race concert at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. CST on Saturday, April 27.
The musically themed road race attracts more than 30,000 runners, walkers and 6,000 junior racers through ING KiDS ROCK Nashville, who will take on the 26.2 and 13.1-mile courses while passing many of Nashville’s best live bands along the route.
Complimentary concert tickets are provided to all registered runners and volunteers. Runners may purchase additional tickets for $35.
Craig had this to say about his support for the race:
“As a Nashville area native, I’m proud to represent Country Music and St. Jude and give all the runners a chance to let loose after the big race. Save up some energy for the end of the night because we’re gonna make sure you leave Music City with a lot of great memories!”
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, one of the world’s premier centers for the research and treatment of childhood cancer and other deadly diseases, is the official benefiting charity of the St. Jude Country Music Marathon & ½ Marathon. Again this year, participants registered for the race are encouraged to also sign up as St. Jude Heroes and Run For a Reason®. St. Jude Heroes, a special group who raise incremental funds for the hospital by securing donations from family, friends and co-workers, are instrumental in supporting the $1.8 million per day it takes to run the hospital. Thanks to the generosity of donors, no family ever pays St. Jude for anything. St. Jude covers the cost of treatment, travel, lodging and food for each patient and a family member.
For more information or to register for the event, visit Competitor.com and follow the marathon on Twitter @RunRocknRoll.
Chris Janson to make Opry Debut
Country singer Chris Janson is about to finally achieve a major milestone – his first Grand Ole Opry performance. Bigger Picture Group’s hot country newcomer and dynamic multi-instrumentalist Chris Janson will make his Grand Ole Opry debut this Friday, February 15. Janson will perform on the legendary stage his addictive new single “Better I Don’t,” which is quickly climbing up the charts and was the second most added song to country radio playlists nationwide the week of release.
“Words can’t describe how humbled I am, that I’ve been asked to play the Grand Ole Opry,” shares Janson. “This will be my greatest career highlight, hands down. Dreams do come true. I’m so grateful.”
Janson will join Josh Turner, Craig Morgan, The Black Lillies, Jimmy Dickens, John Conlee, Ricky Skaggs and more, in Friday’s lineup, which begins at 7:00 PM.
PHOTO: Craig Morgan Receives Humanitarian Award
Last week, Outdoor Channel presented Craig Morgan - country music superstar and host of the network’s “Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors” and “Field & Stream Total Outdoorsman Challenge” – with its first-ever humanitarian accolade at the 13th Annual Golden Moose Awards Powered by RAM (GMA) held in Las Vegas.
Outdoor Channel recognized Craig Morgan – a proud U.S. Army veteran, country music star and TV host – for his tireless efforts in the area of humanitarianism, for his generosity toward the Folds of Honor Foundation
through his partnership with Bushnell and NRA Country.
Morgan has devoted nearly two decades of his life to the U.S. military, including more than ten years of active duty in the Army’s 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions, followed by another nine years in the Reserves. Even
with his demanding music and TV schedule, Morgan continues to not only serve his nation, but those in need through various charitable causes.
Craig Morgan receives the Humanitarian Award backstage at the Golden Moose Awards.
Bestowed by Outdoor Channel and Bushnell, in partnership with Folds of Honor, the award was presented to Craig Morgan on the GMA stage by Chris W. Cox, executive director of the NRA Institute for Legislative
Action.
PHOTO: Craig Morgan Raises $13,000 For Wounded Warriors
Country music star and former soldier Craig Morgan performed at the Inaugural Old City Music Fest at the St. Augustine MarketPlace over the weekend. The concert, which drew more than 7,000 people, was held on Veteran’s Day, Sunday, November 11. Prior to taking the stage in Florida, Morgan made a $13,000 donation to the Wounded Warriors Project to support the organization’s mission to honor and empower wounded service members.
The photo below shows Craig with Dan Nevins of the Wounded Warrior Project.
Photo credit: Kelly Crayne Photography
Brad Paisley Honored By ASCAP
Last night, to kick off Country Music Association (“CMA”) Awards week, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (“ASCAP”) recognized the most successful songwriters of 2012 during an awards ceremony at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville. During the ceremony, Brad Paisley received one of the biggest nods of the evening, being named ASCAP’s Songwriter/Artist of the Year. Brad was honored for his hit songs “Camouflage,” “Old Alabama,” and “Remind Me.”
Ben Hayslip was awarded Songwriter of the Year for his co-writing efforts on Blake Shelton‘s “Honey Bee,” Luke Bryan‘s “I Don’t Want This Night to End,” Martina McBride‘s “I’m Gonna Love You Through It,” and Craig Morgan‘s “This Ole Boy.” Other honors also went to Dierks Bentley, David Nail, and Darius Rucker. And, as a surprise, the King of Country, George Strait, showed up to pick up an award as well.
Kellie Pickler Signs With Black River Entertainment
Kellie Pickler has finally found a new home! The country music sweetheart was just announced this morning as the newest addition to the artist roster at Black River Entertainment. The label is already home to Craig Morgan, Due West, Glen Templeton, and Sarah Darling.
Gordon Kerr, CEO of Black River Entertainment, was pretty excited about the announcement. He shares:
“What’s not to love about Kellie? She’s real, she adores her fans, she’s rooted in and committed to country music and she’s genuine. How can you ask for more than that?”
Kellie added exactly why she chose the label for her new home. She left Sony Music Nashville earlier this year.
“In looking for a label partner, I was really drawn to the Black River family because they hold similar values that I do. From our initial meeting, it was clear to me how much the entire team respects the artists’ musical vision, and I’m really looking forward to getting back into the studio to record and release new music to country radio.”
Kellie released her latest album “100 Proof” earlier this year. Only two singles were sent to radio from the album – lead off single “Tough” followed by the title track. “100 Proof” was produced by Miranda Lambert producer Frank Liddell and shows off the real country side of the North Carolina native. Check out the picture of the signing below:
Easton Corbin Named NRA Artist of the Month
Country music star Easton Corbin is the latest artist named as NRA Country’s Artist of the Month. He’ll serve as Artist of the Month for September, just two weeks away from his highly anticipated album “Lovin’ You Is Fun.” He joins some of the biggest names in country music today with his new title; previous artists participating include Justin Moore, Trace Adkins, Craig Morgan, Montgomery Gentry, Sunny Sweeney, Gretchen Wilson, Rodney Atkins, Josh Thompson, Love and Theft, Lee Brice and more!
Easton is helping to celebrate NRA Country’s love of the outdoors, the brave men and women in uniform, and love for family. He shares:
“Growing up in a small Florida town, I have such a love for the outdoors and beauty of our land. I appreciate all the freedoms we enjoy everyday including my love of making music and sharing it with the fans. When traveling throughout the United States, I ride my Harley and am spoiled by taking in the different landscapes, fresh air and wildlife. My name is Easton Corbin and I am NRA Country.”
As part of the September promotion, fans can register to win an Easton Corbin prize pack including: an autographed copy of his brand new CD, 8×10, t-shirt, hat, “Lovin’ You is Fun” vinyl single, and a limited edition hatch show print poster. Fans can also check out a behind the scenes video to get a rare glimpse of Easton in the studio making his new album.
Visit http://nracountry.com/this-is from now through the end of September to check out the video and register to win. Good luck!
PHOTOS: Craig Morgan 6th Annual Charity Weekend
Country music star and award-winning television host Craig Morgan‘s 6th Annual Charity Motocross Ride, Concert and Sporting Clay Shoot was a huge success, bringing in over $73,000 this year alone. His new total amount raised in four years is just over $250,000. Proceeds from the weekend benefited the Craig Morgan Charity Fund, a component fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Craig’s charitycontinues to raise funds for foster children in Dickson County and throughout Middle Tennessee.
“Year-after-year I am blown away by the support for this event from our celebrity friends and the Dickson and Middle Tennessee communities,” says Morgan. “I am so proud of the amount of money raised to help the children and families in this area and am already looking forward to our 7th annual event next summer.”
Craig is releasing a brand new single “More Trucks Than Cars” to country radio this week on Black River Entertainment. The song was co-written by Craig with Phil O’Donnell and Craig Wiseman. It’s the latest single off of his new album “This Ole Boy,” which is available everywhere.
Check out the pictures from the event below:
