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Vince Gill Without A Record Deal
Who would have imagined the day that country music great Vince Gill would be without a major recording contract? Just a few days after performing at CRS for the Universal Music Group’s luncheon at the Ryman; it looks like he really has left his label home of over 23 years. The announcement was made by Vince himself:
“For the first time in 30 years, I don’t have a record deal. Don’t know that I want one. I’m just grateful for where I’ve been, and you’ve been a big part of where I’ve been and where I’m going. To my MCA family, it was really a sweet ride the last 23 years, and I appreciate everything you do.”
Vince might not have a major recording deal in place, but that’s not stopping him from touring. His next date is on March 2nd in Biloxi, MS at the Beau Rivage Theater. He returns to the Grand Ole Opry on March 16th. For a full list of upcoming Vince dates, visit his official website.
EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Marlee Scott
It’s always a pleasure to talk to the lovely and talented Marlee Scott. Having talked to her last November and discovering firsthand how genuine she is as a person and as an artist, it was refreshing to catch up with her again today to talk about her career. Marlee is set to release an album this spring through Big Ride Records.
Earlier this week, she released her second single “Train Wreck” from the upcoming album to U.S. radio and iTunes. The single will hit radio airwaves in Canada early February. The upbeat and witty tune even garnered backing vocals from Vince Gill. She’s currently on a nationwide radio station tour promoting the new single. In 2011, she visited over 100 radio stations and still had time to make some major appearances along the way.
Marlee shared with us what fans can expect from the new album, her thoughts about the single, and some insights she has toward herself and her ongoing success as a country artist.
Keith Urban Reschedules “All For The Hall”
Keith Urban has rescheduled his All For The Hall annual benefit show. Joined by an all-star lineup, he will hit the stage of Nashville’s Bridgestone Area on Tuesday, April 10, 2012.
The concert, which will benefit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, had to be postponed when Keith received word that he would have to be put on vocal rest after surgery he had to remove a polyp on his vocal chord last November.
The show will feature performances from Keith himself, as well as Vince Gill, Alabama, Alison Krauss & Union Station, The Band Perry, Blue Sky Riders, Diamond Rio, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, The Oak Ridge Boys, Pistol Annies, Rascal Flatts and Thompson Square.
Keith stated (click read more):
Vince Gill Added To Grand Ole Opry Lineup
The legendary Vince Gill has just been added to two Grand Ole Opry shows later this month. He’ll be performing at the historic Ryman Auditorium as part of the January 13th and January 21st line-ups. Vince will appear along-side Brett Eldredge, Del McCoury, Restless Heart and Ricky Skaggs on the 13th. He’ll be joined on the 21st by Emmylou Harris, Diamond Rio, Rodney Crowell and Craig Morgan. Additional artists are expected to be announced.
Tickets are on-sale now for both performances on the Opry’s official website. He’s offering his fans a $3 discount by using the code WEBFAN on check-out.
Marlee Scott Teams Up With Vince Gill For New Single
Rising country artist Marlee Scott has announced plans to release a brand-new single this month. “Train Wreck,” which features guest vocals from the legendary Vince Gill, will be sent to radio January 23rd and will be available for purchase on iTunes on January 24th. The song, a co-write by Nashville songwriting veterans Marcus Hummon, Jedd Hughes, and Sarah Buxton, is the second single from Marlee’s upcoming album due out in the Spring. In addition to the country second single, a dance remix of “Train Wreck” will also be released late January.
Marlee has been hard at work on her debut U.S. album with producer David Kalmunsky, who produced the lead single “Beautiful Maybe” from the album.
“Train Wreck grabbed me right out of the gate the first time I heard it,” says Marlee. “The Country/Rock groove and Bluegrass down-home Country chorus had me dancing around my condo! It brings such a fun tongue-in-cheek outlook on what it’s like to fall for the wrong person, but you just can’t seem to get enough. I love making people smile and chuckle and want to sing along, and ‘Train Wreck’ seems to do it every time.”
On working with Marlee on the single, and how he loves Canadian music, Vince said:
“Canada has had a great history of some of the best music I have ever heard. My wish for Marlee is to be part of that rich history.”
Marlee filmed the music video for the single in December with director Roman White (Blake Shelton‘s “Hillbilly Bone,” Taylor Swift‘s “Fifteen,” Lady Antebellum‘s “Hello World”). She’s currently on a Canadian and American radio station tour promoting the new single. In 2011, she visited over 100 radio stations and still had time to make some major appearances along the way.
Danielle Peck and Friends Online Charity Auction (Ends 12/22)
In this season of giving, Danielle Peck and some of her fellow country music stars are doing their part to help the homeless. Last month, Peck held her 4th Annual “Danielle Peck and Friends Concert” which supports the Nashville-based Safe Haven Family Shelter. She’s now following it up with an online auction featuring an awesome assortment of autographs, guitars and other collectables.
Learn about the auction, register and bid by clicking here.
VIDEO: Vince Gill Performs Threaten Me With Heaven
Vince Gill stopped by AOL Sessions to perform his new single “Threaten Me With Heaven.” Watch his beautiful performance below and tell us what your favorite Vince song of all-time is:
Vince Gill Reacts To Grammy Nomination
Country Music great Vince Gill earned himself a Grammy nomination earlier this week for his new single “Threaten Me With Heaven.” The nominations for the 54th annual GRAMMY awards were announced during a television concert special on CBS. Vince is nominated for Best Country Song, giving him his 41st Grammy nomination to date.
The song serves as a tribute to co-writer Will Owsley, who had taken his life since the song was written with Amy Grant and Dillian O’Brian.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled for my late friend Will,” Gill says. “This would have meant the world to him.”
Gill says the song has a profound impact on him because of Owsley’s death. “In my lifetime, ‘Go Rest High On That Mountain” has been the song that helped a lot of people through their grief. I think this one will in turn hopefully do the same thing. It’s a powerful, powerful song.”
Vince is a 20-time GRAMMY award winner. He’ll be heading out on his Christmas tour “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” with his wife, Amy Grant, starting December 7th in Baltimore, Maryland.
“CMA Country Christmas” to Air Tonight on ABC at 9/8c!
Some of country’s biggest stars will be spreading some holiday cheer tonight on ABC! Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles hosts the show airing tonight with appearances by Lauren Alaina, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Faith Hill, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Scotty McCreery, Miss Piggy, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, and Keith Urban. Tune in at 9/8c to hear them sing some Christmas favorites!
Check out Country Music Association’s YouTube Channel for exclusive interviews from the CMA Country Christmas taping!
Check Out The Country Artists Nominated For A Grammy!
Tonight (11/30), the nominees for the 54th Grammy Awards were announced at The Grammy Nominations Concert, live on CBS. The Band Perry performed, as well as a collaboration between Jason Aldean and Ludacris in which they performed Aldean’s “Dirt Road Anthem.” In addition, Sugarland and Lady Gaga took the stage together to perform Gaga’s hit “You And I.”
Among the nominees are some of our very favourite country artists. Check out the nominees below!
