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Randy Houser to debut new music video TODAY

Lydia Picknell — Fri, 10 May 2013 14:07:01 +0000

The artist American Songwriter proclaimed as “one of Nashville’s best voices,” Randy Houser, is back with the follow-up to his No. 1 smash hit “How Country Feels” with a new music video for Top 30-and-climbing single “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight.” The latest music video from the “pitch-perfect” (Washington Post) singer will debut TODAY on cmt.com and CMT.

“Runnin’ Outta Moonlight,” penned by writers Dallas Davidson, Ashley Gorley and Kelly Lovelace, is off Houser’s Jan. 22 Stoney Creek Records release, How Country Feels. The lead single and title track, “How Country Feels,” became Houser’s first RIAA Gold-certified record and now, Houser has earned a Breakthrough Video of the Year CMT Award nomination for the “How Country Feels” video – directed by Wes Edwards.

The “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight” video, also directed by Edwards, was the first ever to be shot inside a planetarium (Edwards shot in Nashville’s Sudekum Planetarium). Using the most advanced, light-sensitive digital cameras available to date, Edwards was able to capture a full band performance with the night sky as the backdrop, adding a unique dynamic to the video and story-line as a whole.

Houser explains how he recorded the track:

“‘Runnin’ Outta Moonlight’ was a last minute find for us. My buddy Dallas sent me the song the day before our last day in the studio. Wes then came in with such a great concept for the video with the planetarium and effects; I’m really proud of the way it all turned out.”

Check out two preview pictures of Houser’s new video, courtesy of Broken Bow Records:

The ACM Awards Take Over Fremont Street

Jennifer Swirsky — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 01:01:21 +0000

Country music is taking over Las Vegas in April, as the ACM’s head to Sin City. While the coveted awards show will take place on April 7th, it’s the days leading up to the awards that will truly be “must-see” events!

Fremont Street is located in the heart of Las Vegas, and is only second in popularity to the infamous Las Vegas Strip. The Fremont Experience is a pedestrian mall downtown, which takes up a five-block radius and is well-known for being home to the world’s largest video screen (a whopping 1,500 feet long!). So, who can you expect to see at the Fremont Street Experience, performing on this monster screen? An incredible line-up consisting of co-headliners Gary Allan and Jake Owen, along with Randy Houser, Chris Janson, Jana Kramer, Kip Moore, Joe Nichols and Sunny Sweeney!

For those of you who are lucky enough to attend this event (taking place on April 5th-6th), we have great news: It’s FREE!

Unfortunately for those of us who will not be in Las Vegas during ACM week, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas; however, we are counting on those of you who will be there to sneak us a little bit of information on this incredible event so we can live vicariously through you!

Check out Randy Houser on Walmart Soundcheck

Lydia Picknell — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:52:37 +0000

Rising country star Randy Houser stopped by Walmart Soundcheck for an exclusive performance of his number one hit single “How Country Feels” along with fan favorites “Boots On,” “Like A Cowboy,” and “Runnin’ Out Of Moonlight.”

Check out the preview of his Walmart Soundcheck below:

Watch the full Soundcheck performance on Walmart’s site here and let us know what you think about Randy’s new album! Are you a fan?

Randy Houser celebrates first-ever RIAA gold single

Lydia Picknell — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:32:11 +0000

Country star Randy Houser may sing about getting “some of this slow-down fast” in “How Country Feels,” but right now his career begs to differ as the song, his first-ever No. 1 hit, also becomes his first RIAA® Gold® certified single, selling over half a million downloads and climbing. “How Country Feels” is the title track off of his new album which hit stores last week and debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. The album has also received praise from AP, CBS New York, The Washington Post, Billboard and many more.

In the midst of the barreling momentum, Houser performed for the nation last week on FOX News Channel’s Fox & Friends, Walmart Soundcheck, AOL Sessions, Yahoo! Ram Country and Better TV, and interviewed on GAC’s Headline Country, and CMT’s Hot 20 Countdown where he was challenged to see how country feels truly feels by hilariously having to identify different obscure “country” objects while blindfolded.

Chris Talbott of the Associated Press writes How Country Feels is “stuffed with country soul-inflected mid-tempo arrangements that highlight Houser’s rich voice, there’s likely a few more hits among its 15 tracks.” Rhapsody’s Linda Ryan adds, “How County Feels is a polished collection whose other gems include feel-good ‘Growin’ Younger’ and frivolous charmer ‘Absolutely Nothing.’ But Houser’s soulful voice shines brightest on the straight and sincere songs, like ‘The Singer,’ ‘Power of a Song’ and ‘Route 3 Box 250 D.’”

Annie Reuter, online reviewer for CBS New York, who attended his sold-out show in New York City at Mercury Lounge which was broadcast live on Sirius XM’s “The Highway” notes, “Randy segued effortlessly from the high energy numbers to the slower ones but just because he got quieter didn’t mean the crowd ever would. No doubt excited for his show, fans screamed requests and compliments throughout his set. ‘You play like there’s 18,000 of us. We love it!’ one fan screamed.’”

Houser will make yet another national appearance on CONAN on Tuesday, February 5 at 11 p.m. EST / 10 p.m. CST, where he will perform “How Country Feels.” Tune in to TBS to watch.

With a relentless tour schedule this year across the U.S., Houser will appear with Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley on the Locked and Reloaded Tour, A full list of tour dates can be found at randyhouser.com. Follow Houser on Facebook and Twitter @RandyHouser.

Randy Houser to release How Country Feels in January

Lydia Picknell — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 15:34:48 +0000

Randy Houser fans got a special surprise earlier this week when the country star announced plans to finally release his brand new album “How Country Feels” in early 2013. His third album will be released on Stoney Creek Records on January 22nd, 2013. The record will feature his smash hit title track single, along with 14 other brand new tracks. It will be available at all digital and physical music retailers.

The follow-up to his critically-acclaimed sophomore album “They Call Me Cadillac” is a 15-track disc including seven songs penned by Houser, and is named for the hit “How Country Feels,” Houser’s fastest-climbing which has sold over 250k singles to-date. Maintaining his label as a “true singer’s singer,” (Roughstock), Houser brings the same quality craftsmanship to the new album that brought him No. 2 smash hit “Boots On,” poignant ballad “Anything Goes,” fan-favorite crowd stomper, “Whistlin’ Dixie,” and made him the Most-Played New Artist on country radio in 2009 (Country Aircheck).

How Country Feels is produced by Derek George – the first person Houser ever met when he first moved to Nashville.

“I’ve wanted to work with him since day one,” says Houser. “We just clicked… he comes from my home state of Mississippi and we share a similar creative vision that I think really shines through on this new album… can’t wait for ya’ll to hear it!”

Recently wrapping up his headlining Jagermeister Presents Tour, Houser is currently on the road performing at venues across the U.S., bringing fans over 200 dates per year.

Check out the official track listing below:

How Country Feels Track Listing:

Label: Stoney Creek Records (sister label to Jason Aldean’s Broken Bow Records)

Producer: Derek George

1. “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight” (3:14)

2. “Growin’ Younger” (4:53) (co-written by Houser)

3. “Top Of The World” (3:17)

4. “The Singer” (4:20)

5. “Power Of A Song” (3:41) (co-written by Houser)

6. “Absolutely Nothing” (3:02)

7. “Wherever Love Goes” (with Kristy Lee Cook) (4:16)

8. “Like A Cowboy” (4:21) (co-written by Houser)

9. “How Country Feels” (3:05)

10. “Along For The Ride” (3:34) (co-written by Houser)

11. “Sunshine On the Line” (3:20) (co-written by Houser)

12. “Goodnight Kiss” (3:27) (co-written by Houser)

13. “Let’s Not Let It” (3:09)

14. “Shine” (4:56)

15. “Route 3 Box 250 D” (3:52) (co-written by Houser)

Justin Moore to Headline Jersey Shore Benefit Concert

Tia — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 02:02:55 +0000

Justin Moore is set to take the stage of the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashvile, TN on Tuesday, November 27th as the headlining act for a Jersey Shore benefit concert. The artist’s performance will support his publicist and friend, Carly Caramanna, and the Jersey Shore Relief Fund. All proceeds will be split equally between the Caramanna family and New Jersey victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Carly’s family home and business were destroyed by the storm. Justin’s efforts to help his friend and other victims will be accompanied by performances from Jake Owen, Thomas Rhett, and Randy Houser. The show will follow Justin’s performance at the Grand Ole Opry the same night.

For full details about the concert, as well as how you can support the Jersey Shore Relief, read below:

Date: Tuesday, November 27th, 2012
Time: Doors at 7PM, show at 8:30PM
Location: Wildhorse Saloon, 120 2nd Ave. N. Nashville, TN
Tickets: Available at 11AM on Saturday, November 17th online, as well as at the door

Check out www.jerseyrelief.com to learn how you can support the cause.

Randy Houser to World Premiere New Video on CMT

Nicole Piering — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 02:15:43 +0000

Randy Houser will world premiere his new video for “How Country Feels” exclusively on CMT on Friday, August 31st. Houser fans can tune into CMT’s Top 20 Countdown to catch the world premiere, with the video repeating throughout the weekend. It was also be cross-promoted on CMT.com, CMT’s social networks, CMT Radio’s Live with Cody Alan, CMT Radio Networks, and CMT mobile platforms and web tools.

The video was directed by Wes Edwards of Ruckus Films, and filmed at Glenn Leven Farm in Nashville. ”Wes took the story in the song and delivered a concept video that we both envisioned,” Houser shares. “I think he captured it in a way that will hopefully allow viewers to experience that much more of ‘How Country Feels.’”

For more information on Randy Houser, visit www.RandyHouser.com.

VIDEO: Randy Houser – How Country Feels (preview)

Lydia Picknell — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 13:27:32 +0000

Randy Houser is back and he’s ready to show country fans “How Country Feels” in his brand new music video. He released a teaser for fans to check out of the upcoming video, and the full video is expected to be released very soon. We’ll post the official music video once it’s live, but for now, check out his preview clip below of his new single:

Blake Shelton Cruise Adds 5 More Performers

Lydia Picknell — Fri, 11 May 2012 23:16:01 +0000

Wow! The list of performers for the Blake Shelton Cruise just keeps growing by the minute! They’ve announced the addition of five more performers to the already amazing line-up for the largest live country music event at sea today. Now joining the biggest country music party at sea will be Brinley Addington, Chris Cavanaugh, Chuck Wicks, JJ Lawhorn, and Logan Mise. They join previously announced performers Trace Adkins, Justin Moore, Neal McCoy, Jerrod Niemann, Lee Brice, Randy Houser, Jana Kramer, Tyler Farr, Brett Eldredge, Frankie Ballard, McKenna Faith, Easton Corbin, and of course, the man himself, Blake Shelton, who will perform two shows on his cruise.

The Blake Shelton Cruise leaves Miami on October 14th, and returns on October 21st. Fans will visit Nassau, Tortola, San Juan and St. Thomas during the 7-night cruise. If you mention Keepin’ it Country when you book your new reservation, we’ll send you a gift on-board! For more information on this fantastic cruise, or to book your cabin before its too late, visit blakesheltoncruise.com. Remember to mention Keepin’ it Country to qualify for the free gift from us and we’ll see you on-board!

Rumor has it that a The Voice contestant will be announced shortly. Who do you hope gets added to the cruise next?

Randy Houser Releasing New Single Next Week

Lydia Picknell — Tue, 01 May 2012 18:32:01 +0000

Randy Houser, who made the leap to join Stoney Creek Records late last year, will finally be releasing a new single to country radio on Monday. The 2009 most-played new artist according to Mediabase will send “That’s How Country Feels” to radio on Monday, May 7th, and for download on iTunes on Tuesday, May 8th.

“That’s How Country Feels” is Randy’s first single release on his new label home. It will serve as a sneak-peek for what fans can expect from the country music singer on his album later this year.

“My entire life has changed since my last single, I mean in every way,” shares Randy. “I got married to my beautiful wife, have an amazing baby boy, and a passionate new label team that feels more like family. One thing that has not changed though is my passion to make music and grow as an artist. I’m so excited about ‘How Country Feels’ and the reaction I’m getting out on the road when playing it live!”

Randy is out on his “Jagermeister Presents” tour across the United States in support of his new single. He’ll also be performing at festivals this summer, so keep your eyes peeled for more from Randy Houser!