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Recap: The Voice: Episode 2 – Meet Harry Potter & The Music Man
I’ll blame it on technical difficulties, but I may or may not have missed most of the first episode of “The Voice.” I just assumed (and you know what happens when you assume…) that my DVR would record the show, but alas, that wasn’t the case. I’ll be attempting to catch a repeat sometime soon, but, on to episode two!
Luckily for slackers like me, we get a brief recap of the first episode and I learn that each judge – Christina Aguilera, CeeLo Green, Adam Levine & Blake Shelton – will get teams of 16! Holy cow, what is this, pee-wee soccer?! They each grabbed two contestants in the season premiere, including a guy who sings “Listen” better than Beyonce and a bunch of other random people who sing, cry and have REALLY sad histories.
Our first contestant tonight is 22-year-old Brooklynite, Adriana Louise. I can tell immediately by her tight dress and judges’-chair-matching lipstick that she’s going to garner a creepy CeeLo smile. She wails through Jessie J‘s “Domino,” and all of the judges turn around. CeeLo makes some weird comments about a wedding, but it’s Christina’s finger-wiggling and debut CD (the first Adriana ever bought) that convince her to join “Team XTina.”
Chris Young To Make Headlining Debut at Ryman Auditorium
The Ryman Auditorium is going to be adding another rising star to its roster. RCA Nashville artist Chris Young announced on Friday via Twitter, that he will be making his Nashville debut at the historic Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, November 15. Fellow Valory Music label mate Thomas Rhett and Columbia Records recording artist Joanna Smith will also join Young in his debut headlining performance.
Chris Young made his claim to fame after being crowned the winner of the American singing competition, Nashville Star in 2006. After winning, he signed a recording deal with RCA Records Nashville and has since released 3 albums that have produced three number one singles.
After releasing the exciting news to his Twitter followers, Young reminisced his first time hitting the Ryman Stage:
“The first time I set foot on the Ryman stage was an unbelievable experience. I am so grateful for the support of my hometown crowd all of these years and saying I can’t wait for this show is an obvious understatement”.
For more information on Chris and to purchase tickets, visit www.chrisyoungmusic.com.
VIDEO: Chris Young – Neon (Acoustic)
While Chris Young may not have been nominated for Male Vocalist of the Year this year, that doesn’t mean that fans can’t celebrate his voice with a new video he posted on his YouTube channel.
Chris shares the story behind his latest single “Neon,” why he chose to name his latest album after the track, and performs an acoustic version of the single in the video. Check it out below and let us know what you think:
Chris Young Sets GAC Aglow with Neon
Starting right now, fans have a chance to win a piece of GAC and Chris Young history! The GAC promotion runs through to September 10th, and one lucky country fan will win the actual “NEON” guitar used in the music video! In addition to that one-of-a-kind prize, GAC is also giving away autographed copies of Chris’ latest album to runner up winners. For more information, and to get your name in the draw, visit gactv.com.
It was a big week for Chris last week as the Sony ATV team invited Chris, his management, and his songwriters to a celebration of his five consecutive number one singles - “Tomorrow,” “You,” “Gettin’ You Home,” “The Man I Want To Be,” and “Voices.” The day before the party, Chris got even bigger news: “Tomorrow” had been certified platinum by the RIAA for selling more than one million copies. “Tomorrow” was a co-write by Chris with Frank Myers and Anthony Smith. The news came less than a week after Chris’ “The Man I Want To Be” was certified gold by the RIAA for selling more than 500,000 copies digitally.
Check out the picture from the party below and let us know what your favorite Chris Young single is:
Photo (L to R): Sony Music Nashville executives: Mike Craft, Angie Magill, Lisa Ramsey-Perkins, Alaina Vehec, Parker Fowler, Caryl Healey, Liz Sledge, Gary Overton, Chris Young, Keith Gale, Matt Galvin, Paul Barnabee and Jim Catino
DVR Alert: Chris Young Takes Over CMT
Don’t forget to tune in tomorrow to CMT to catch Chris Young taking over CMT’s airwaves as he serves as VJ for an hour on the station. He’ll be playing his favorite country music videos by his friends and former tour-mates, as well as sharing stories from the road during the one-hour special. The episode debuts at 10 am EST tomorrow morning with repeats throughout the day, so if you miss it the first time around just keep your television pinned to CMT to catch it again!
Country music lovers can enter to win an exclusive Chris Young prize pack from CMT to help celebrate his special takeover of the station. Fans can win a custom NEON sign and a video chat with Chris himself! For more details or to get your name in the sweepstakes visit cmt.com.
Dierks Bentley Revving Up For “Miles & Music for Kids”
Dierks Bentley announced earlier today that the seventh annual “Miles & Music for Kids” will be held on Sunday, October 14th in Nashville, TN. Since 2006, the celebrity motorcycle ride and concert combo has seen twelve events in seven US cities. Thus far, two million dollars has been raised for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals across the country.
“I really want to blow Miles & Music out this year and make it bigger than ever,” said Bentley. ”We’ve had the chance to help a lot of communities across the country, but the heart and soul of this event is in downtown Nashville with Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and the artists and friends who come out and help us raise money. It’s my favorite thing we do all year.”
Beginning at Harley-Davidson of Columbia (1616 Harley Davidson Blvd., Columbia, TN), the event will consist of a one-hour scenic ride that will finish up at downtown Nashville’s Riverfront Park. The fun doesn’t stop there: after the show, Dierks will hold a concert with special guests Sheryl Crow, Chris Young, Brantley Gilbert, The Cadillac Black and Craig Campbell. More artists will be added to the lineup in the next few weeks.
Fans can purchase tickets for the ride, concert and commemorative T-shirt for $50. 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. Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 17th at 10:00A CT through TicketMaster. For more ticket info, visit www.dierks.com.
DVR Alert: Chris Young CMT VJ For A Day
Make sure you don’t miss Chris Young as he gets to play VJ for a day with CMT on Wednesday, August 15th! The “Neon” hit maker will pick his favorite country music videos from his friends and former tour mates at 10 am EST. The special will re-air throughout the day on CMT, so if you miss it the first time make sure to keep your television tuned to CMT! Viewers who check-in on Get Glue while watching the special will get an exclusive “CMT VJ For a Day: Chris Young” sticker.
To celebrate Chris’ appearance on the show, the network will be holding a special sweepstakes for Chris Young fans. Fans who enter the contest will be able to win a custom neon sign and video chat with Chris himself! For your chance to win make sure you visit cmt.com.
PHOTO: Chris Young Visits Air Force Base
Country music’s own Chris Young, with the help of Stars For Stripes and the Minot Exchange, was reunited with Wounded Warrior Scott Lilley last week. Scott accompanied Chris in 2009 for Great American Country (GAC)’s television special “Stars For Stripes: Wounded Warriors Return” when Chris went to entertain the troops overseas. The pair was reunited at a CD signing at the Minot Air Force Base before Chris’ show at the North Dakota Fair later that evening.
“It was awesome to see Scott again and always great to be around the brave men and women who serve our country,” says Young.
Chris serves as a board member of Stars For Stripes, a non-profit organization that provides entertainment to deployed American Forces in remote areas. Check out the picture of the pair, and the Lilley family, reunited at Chris’ CD signing last week:
Click the image to see it full-sized. Photo courtesy of Monarch Publicity.
DVR Alert: Chris Young On Top 20 Countdown
Don’t miss Chris Young as he guest hosts GAC’s “Top 20 Country Countdown” this weekend! The episode featuring the country crooner will premier tomorrow Friday, July 20th at 8 pm EST. Tune in to see if the momentum from his fans keeps his latest music video “Neon” into the top 5 videos of the chart. Chris will also star in GAC’s “On The Streets” on July 31st, so don’t forget to tune in then as well!
While visiting the GAC studios in Nashville, Tennessee, Chris presented network president Ed Hardy a plaque to commemorate Chris’ music video for “Tomorrow” going number one on the countdown. Check out the picture from the presentation below, and remember to click the image to see it full-sized.
2012 has been a huge year for Chris, who has been out on the road with one of the hottest tours this year with Miranda Lambert‘s “ON FIRE” tour. He recently earned his fifth consecutive number one single and has had two RIAA certified gold singles for selling more than 500,000 copies of each song. The title track from his latest album “NEON” is currently climbing the country music airplay charts. Do you think it will be his sixth consecutive number one?
Jake Owen OR Chris Young Autographed CD Winner
We loved all of the amazing concert shots we received for our Facebook contest…and it was super hard to pick a winner.
First, we narrowed the field down by the top vote-getters, and they were all great shots. However, this one really grabbed our attention! Congrats are in order for: Rachel Cameron (Photography), who shared this amazing pic of Josh Gracin!
Rachel, please email us at contact@keepinitcountryblog.com to claim your autographed Chris Young or Jake Owen CD!
Didn’t win this time? Stay tuned because we have plenty more great contests coming up soon!
