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Sugarland’s Kristian Bush releases solo music

Lydia Picknell — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:10:47 +0000

Sugarland fans dying to hear some new music are in for a treat – if you live overseas. Kristian Bush has re-launched his own website and music. His brand new solo single “Love Or Money” was released in the United Kingdom and Europe this week. It’s the first solo single released by Kristian, who has been in the music business for over twenty years. The single is available for purchase on all European digital music retailers, including iTunes Europe. For fans worrying on if this means the end of Sugarland, it’s not, the pair decided to take a break from the road while Jennifer Nettles has some time to be a new mom.

Kristian Bush’s Love or Money official single cover.

Kristian released the single in the United Kingdom first since the first time he performed it was on BBC Radio. He played his first solo show at the first country music festival in England at the O2 Arena. Kristian is working on releasing the single to North America in the near future, but for now, international country music fans actually have something American and Canadian fans don’t. We are, however, able to check out the official lyric video for “Love Or Money” below, so make sure to give it a listen and let us know what you think about Kristian trying his hand at solo music:

Sugarland’s Kristian Bush Sells Out Thanksgiving Shows

Lydia Picknell — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 21:43:19 +0000

Sugarland‘s Kristian Bush‘s annual Thanksgiving shows have sold out! He’s once again returning to Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, Georgia, and since his show had sold out so quickly, he added a second date on November 26th. Kristian is pretty excited about the demand for his shows, and he shares:

“I’ve been a songwriter my entire life, and Eddie’s is the club where I got my start, so I’m happy to keep on playing for as long as people want to listen. I’m thrilled so many fans want to ring in their holiday season with this show that means so much to me.”

Kristian has also announced his special guests for the shows – frequent collaborator Ellis Paul and Mercury Records newcomer Canaan Smith will join him November 25th, with singer-songwriter Patrick Davis on November 26th.

Tickets for the encore show on November 26th will go on-sale on October 12th at 9 am EST through the venue’s website eddiesattic.com. Fans wanting to make it out to see Kristian better get your tickets fast – the first show sold-out almost immediately.

Kristian, an award winning songwriter, is making his third appearance on the CMA Songwriter Series when it returns to Nashville on Wednesday, Oct 31 (9:00 PM/CT) at Marathon Music Works as part of Country Music Month’s promotions and events leading up the annual CMA Awards on Thursday, Nov 1 where Bush is nominated for CMA Vocal Duo of the Year with his partner Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland.

Sugarland Inducted Into Georgia Hall of Fame

Lydia Picknell — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 13:16:16 +0000

Congratulations to Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush of Sugarland! They’re on the list of 2012 inductees for the Georgia Music Hall of Fame. They’ll be formally inducted at a ceremony on October 14th in Atlanta, Georgia. The superstar country duo got their experience playing in Georgia and have always supported the local music scene back in Georgia.

The induction process is overseen by the Georgia Senate Music Industry Committee and Friends of Georgia Music Festival, Inc. which is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to nurture the Georgia music community. They also fund the annual scholarship program for students in the state known as the Georgia Music Talent Search.

Congratulations Sugarland!

Sugarland Splitting Up?

Lydia Picknell — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:43:12 +0000

Could country music super-duo Sugarland be heading different ways? In an interview with Zap2it after the ABC “Duets” finale, Jennifer admitted that her and Kristian have been busy doing their own thing as solo artists. Kristian has been busy writing songs with other artists while Jennifer coached her team to a win on the first season of Duets.

In the interview, Jennifer said:

“Kristian [Bush] and I are very supportive of each other in that way,” says Nettles. “He’s been off and writing with everybody on the planet, and obviously I don’t have anything on the books right now as far as scheduled to go in, but I hope to be able to do that one day. And we both do actually, so we’ll see.”

What do you think about Kristian and Jennifer potentially going solo? Do you like them better together? Sound off in the comments below.

Kristian Bush Writes Song on New The dB’s Album

Robyn Fleenor — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:41:44 +0000

Kristian Bush, half of the country supergroup Sugarland, has co-wrote a song with Peter Holsapple, the front man in the 80’s group dB’s for the band’s first album in 30 years! The track in entitled “She Don’t Drive In The Rain Anymore” and appears on the album entitled, Falling Off The Sky, which was released today (June 12).

I was fortunate enough to get to hang out a little with Kristian Bush of Sugarland. I had a song idea that I wanted to run by him, so we sat together one afternoon on his tour bus and tossed ideas around. Kristian was able to channel his muse and encourage me to finish the song that became ‘She Won’t Drive in the Rain Anymore.’ It’s probably the most different composition on the entire Falling Off The Sky album, in terms of what people have come to expect from The dB’s songwriting over the past 35-odd years. I’m incredibly grateful to call Kristian a friend, and I’m glad we got the chance to pull this song out of the hat. – Peter Holsapple

Peter is by far one of America’s most natural and unique songwriters. I studied his albums over and over. In a lot of ways, those songs taught me how to write a pop song that never gave up and never gave in…I remember writing it and trying not to freak out, because the voice singing on the sofa across from me as we were tossing melodies and lyrics back and forth was a voice I had known since I was 14…I am convinced that the 14-year-old me locked away some dB’s melody and served it back to the man who gave it to me in the first place. I am grateful and humbled. And I am totally freaking out that there is a new dB’s album and this time, my name is in the liner notes. Dreams do come true! – Kristian Bush

Country Stars Talk About Mother’s Day

Robyn Fleenor — Mon, 14 May 2012 01:52:24 +0000

Country stars took to Twitter today to express their love and gratitude for all the moms out there, especially their own. See what they had to say below!

@OfficialJackson: Hope all you moms have had a happy Mother’s Day!

@blakeshelton: Happy Mothers Day momma!!!!! I love you…

@CartersChord: Happy Mother’s Day to our lovely mom @carterrobertson! And to all you other mamas out there, hope you feel very celebrated today!

@davidnail: For all of us Mommy Boy’s out there, Happy Mothers Day!

@EliYoungBand: Happy mothers day to our moms and all you great moms out there!

@FrankieBallard: How can you not love my Mom?

@HillaryScottLA: Happy Mother’s Day @lindadavismusic!!! I’m the luckiest daughter in the world to have you as my mama!

@HunterHayes: Happy mothers day to all the moms out there. Especially MY mom, the best AND coolest one. ;)

@kramergirl: The strongest lady I know. If I’m half the mother she is I’ll be okay! Happy mothers day to all the moms out

@katiearmiger: Happy Mother’s Day to all of those amazing moms out there!

@KeithUrban: Happy Mother’s Day!

@kristianbush: Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, without whom we would really be nowhere.

@Lauren_Alaina: Happy mothers day @Kristytara (: tell y’alls momma thanks for everything she does for you and play her my song “like my mother does” (; muah

@martinamcbride: Thanks for all the Mother’s Day wishes! Hope it’s a special day for all you moms!

@reba: Red Velvet cupcakes for Mother’s Day w @Shelbilly.

‏@taylorswift13: Celebrating this Mother’s Day, reflecting back on past matching velvet holiday ensembles.

@thompsonsquare: happy mothers day!!!!

We here at Keepin’ It Country hope all you moms out there had a great Mother’s Day!

PHOTOS: Sugarland’s Kristian Bush Joins Canaan Smith at Opry

Lydia Picknell — Mon, 07 May 2012 21:14:54 +0000

Kristian Bush, one half of country duo Sugarland, joined newcomer Canaan Smith at his Grand Ole Opry performance on Friday night. It was Canaan’s fourth performance at the historic venue, and he invited his friend Kristian on-stage for his single “We Got Us.” It was a big deal for the new singer on the block, who looks up to his label mate.

“Friday night was my fourth performance on the Grand Ole Opry and I gotta say it was the most exciting for me.” Canaan says. “Being on that legendary stage with someone as influential and talented as Kristian Bush was overwhelming. That moment will be hard to top.”

Check out the pictures from their special performance below. Canaan is currently on-tour with Sugarland on the highly interactive “In Your Hands” tour. Their next stop in May 22nd at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles.

APPEARING IN THE PHOTO (L-R): Kristian Bush, Canaan Smith

PHOTO CREDIT: Anna Webber

APPEARING IN THE PHOTO (L-R): Canaan Smith, Kristian Bush

PHOTO CREDIT: Anna Webber

Kristian Bush’s Last Minute Christmas Gift Guide

Lydia Picknell — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:47:36 +0000

For those of us who still haven’t quite yet figured out what to get friends and family this holiday season, Sugarland‘s Kristian Bush is lending a hand. He’s put together a list of things that he wants this year, along with products that he has and recommends. Items on his list include an iPod/iPhone case, a magazine subscription, colones, iPad apps, and even jackets. Check out Kristian’s list here on the official Sugarland website.

In case you still need more ideas, Kristian also put together a list last year. See his 2010 Christmas gift guide for even more inspiration.

Sugarland’s Kristian Bush performs annual solo show

Elise Stawarz — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 04:40:21 +0000

Both members of super-group Sugarland kept plenty busy over the weekend. Lead singer Jennifer Nettles made waves in the country music community this morning with the announcement that she tied the knot with longtime BF (and former model!) Justin Miller.

Meanwhile, the other half of the duo, Kristian Bush, focused on more music related endeavors, playing his annual solo show at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, GA. Bush was joined onstage by longtime friend and collaborator Ellis Paul and Bush’s real-life brother and musician in the SugarBand, Brandon.

The show was a bit different than an average SugarShow. The stage was smaller, the setlist was a bit more varied and, as Bush learned the hard way, a guitar tech was NOT in the house when one of his strings broke during the first song.

Sugarland’s official site hinted at the possiblility of show audio next week, but until then check out the full set lists (including some incredible sounding mash-ups!) after the jump:

Early Show
City of Silver Dreams (KB)
(Guitar string change)
Rose Tattoo (EP)
Put It Back Again (KB)
Dragonfly (EP)
Maybe Baby (KB)
Snow in Austin (EP)
Incredible Machine/Insomniac (KB)
The Lights of Vegas (EP)
Can’t Stop the Sun From Going Down (KB)
Kick Out the Lights (EP)
Halfway Home (KB)
“The Night the Lights Went Out on Christmas” – a poetry reading (EP)
Gold and Green (KB)
Mother Mary (EP – unfinished)
I’ll Never Run Out of Ways (KB)
Home (EP)
What I’d Give (KB)
Jukebox On My Grave (EP)
Wilbur the Rat/All Things Being the Same (both)

Late Show
City of Silver Dreams (KB)
Little Wood Guitar (EP)
Genevieve (KB)
Take All the Sky You Need (EP)
Walk Alone (KB)
Maria’s Beautiful Mess (EP)
Little Miss (KB)
Once Upon a Summertime (EP)
Maybe Baby (KB)
Mother Mary (EP – unfinished)
RFD (KB)
Chief Joseph (EP)
I Fall All the Way (KB)
Annalee (EP)
Insomniac/Incredible Machine (KB)
Hurricane Angel (EP)
Bluelight/Fall On Soft Ground (KB)
Wilbur the Rat (KB)
Waking Up to Me (EP)
Gold and Green (KB)

Sugarland’s Kristian Bush Announces Thanksgiving Solo Show

Lydia Picknell — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:17:18 +0000

Kristian Bush has announced plans to once again bring back his annual Thanksgiving solo show to Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, Georgia on November 27th. Tickets are on-sale tomorrow at eddiesattic.com at noon EST.

“After the food, the football, the first fire of the season; after the dishes are done and after you sneak one more plate of leftovers and your brain really commits to the reality of the Christmas season, there will be Sunday. It has been my joy for many years to invite some friends, make a poster to spread the word, pull out my books of old songs and new ones, and string up my favorite guitar to play a show at Eddie’s Attic the Sunday after Thanksgiving. This year the tradition continues.”

“Kristian Bush And Friends” tickets start at $25. There is a Sugarpass exclusive late show at 9:30 pm, but the general public can attend the early show at 6:30 pm.