http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ That's Country offers the country fan most everything about country music in photos, news, links, contests and and an extensive Artist Profiles section. Wed, 14 May 2008 18:50:19 PST en-us http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/video/004350.shtml Video Tara Oram, 2007's Canadian Idol finalist, will have her own documentary series on CMT Canada beginning this summer. Please watch Tara's video and leave a message for her on her Facebook account. Wed, 14 May 2008 18:28:51 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/video/004350.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/audio/004349.shtml LISTENING PARTY Andy Griggs has seen plenty of changes in the country scene since he first debuted, back when kings like Waylon and Johnny still walked among us and "idols" were just little gold statues. Turning heads with his unmistakably soulful and Southern-as-molasses sound, he quickly topped the charts with hits like "You Won't Ever Be Lonely" and "I'll Go Crazy." And he weathered some down times, too, when things just didn't quite connect. But while the music business and its infinite changes continued to swirl around him through the years, one thing never changed: his belief in the power of a Mon, 12 May 2008 14:33:04 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/audio/004349.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/audio/004348.shtml LISTENING PARTY Nominated for the Best New Country Group or Solo Artist at the 2004 Canadian Radio Music Awards, and several CCMA nominations for Independent Single of the Year and Rising Star (2006 and 2007. He's the first artist to ever have 2 Number 1 videos on CMT Canada as an independent artist. Fuelled by the success of singles That's What I Do, Heartache Like Mine, While We Were Waiting and What I Can't Forget (Top 10 CMT and Top 20 at radio nationally. In mid-March of 2007, Jason entered the studio with veteran producers Phil O'Donnell (Craig Morgan) and Noah Gordon Mon, 12 May 2008 11:20:42 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/audio/004348.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/audio/004347.shtml LISTENING PARTY Zane Lewis may have taken the long way “around the barn” to reach this point in his music career, but one listen to his sophomore release, ZANE LEWIS, leaves no doubt that this boy is exactly where he's meant to be. A sixth-generation Texan, Lewis was born in the West Texas town of Lubbock and raised just north of Austin in the town of Round Rock. From Buddy Holly to Waylon Jennings and Ronnie Dunn, the region has given us some of Texas' most influential artists. With a pure country voice as big as the Lone Star state and a Mon, 12 May 2008 10:42:50 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/audio/004347.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004346.shtml Country News “I will be disappearing for a while to try and defeat the demons that have stripped me of my energy of life and good health for so many years now. I assure you that however long it may take, I'm gonna fight to the end and come out stronger.” Fri, 09 May 2008 19:03:13 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004346.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004345.shtml Country News In this issue: >> On Ramp Records Launches >> Deric Ruttan Releases New Album >> Deric Ruttan Wraps Up Canadian Tour >> Zack Werner, Canadian Idol Judge, To Release First Single Fri, 09 May 2008 13:35:42 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004345.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004344.shtml Country News Country music star Trace Adkins has written and recorded the title song for truTV Network's upcoming real life, high stakes series, BLACK GOLD. The series follows the dangerous world of drilling for American oil in west Texas, presenting an unfiltered look at lives on the line. Fri, 09 May 2008 10:55:28 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004344.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/cmaawards/004343.shtml CMA News Nashville Mayor Karl Dean, BNA Records star Kellie Pickler and Country Music Association Chief Executive Officer Tammy Genovese were at Thurgood Marshall Middle School today for a special delivery. A truckload of musical instruments and equipment were delivered to the students courtesy of "Keep the Music Playing" and CMA Music Festival. Fri, 09 May 2008 09:28:54 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/cmaawards/004343.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ACM_News_43/004342.shtml ACM News KENNY CHESNEY & GEORGE STRAIT TO PERFORM SPECIAL DUET FOR THE FIRST TIME LIVE Criss Angel, Clint Black, Brooks & Dunn, Kaley Cuoco, Sara Evans, Jewel, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Brad Mates of Emerson Drive, Dr. Phil & Robin McGraw, Randy Owen, John Rich, Carrie Underwood, Clay Walker and Trisha Yearwood Will Make Special Appearances During Country Music’s Party of the Year™ Fri, 09 May 2008 09:19:57 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ACM_News_43/004342.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004341.shtml Country News Hailed by the New York Times as one of the artists at the forefront of the neo-folk movement, the Duhks continue the evolution with their fourth album, 'Fast Paced World,' (August 12th / Sugar Hill Records). "We traveled from Winnipeg, locked ourselves in a Nashville basement, pooled our ideas together and invented a new sound," says new frontwoman and bilingual, budding soul queen, Sarah Dugas (she replaced Jessee Havey in 2007). Fri, 09 May 2008 09:16:23 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004341.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004340.shtml Country News Capitol Recording artist Chris Cagle made one young lady's dream come true and an entire community embrace her story. Chris accompanied Miss Danielle "Bella" Romeo to the prom held this past weekend at the Victoria Community Center, Victoria Texas. Fri, 09 May 2008 09:12:53 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004340.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004339.shtml Country News Award winning Utah singer-songwriter BRENN HILL makes his debut with a symphony orchestra when he appears with the Reno Philharmonic at the sixth annual Wells Fargo Rhythm & Rawhide Benefit Concert on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the new Tuscany Ballroom in the Peppermill Hotel Casino in Reno, Nevada. Hill eagerly anticipates this significant moment in his career. “I am honored and excited to be part of this year’s Rhythm & Rawhide concert,” Hill explains. “It will be my first time performing with an orchestra and I look forward to presenting my tunes with Barry Jekowsky at the podium and Fri, 09 May 2008 09:06:51 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004339.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004338.shtml Country News Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd will be making headlines and turning heads this August as they team up for their first ever tour together. Hitting sheds across the country and Canada, the team of hell raisers will be bringing the best party in years to fans of all generations for what is sure to be the best tailgate and show experience of recent years. Fri, 09 May 2008 09:01:41 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004338.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004337.shtml Country News The 2nd annual Country Weekly Fashion Show presented by Wrangler will take place at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday, June 4th at 8 PM. This one-of-a-kind fashion event, where today’s hottest country stars take over the runway, benefits Musicians On Call. Thu, 08 May 2008 08:29:04 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004337.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ACM_News_43/004336.shtml ACM News Today the Academy of Country Music is announcing the winners of awards that will not be televised during the live telecast of the 43rd ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS. The ceremony, which honors country music’s top talent as well as the industry’s hottest emerging talent, will be broadcast LIVE from MGM GRAND in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 18th, 2008 at 8:00 PM ET/PT on the CBS Television Network. Thu, 08 May 2008 08:21:43 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ACM_News_43/004336.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004335.shtml Country News In the midst of a career filled with self-penned hits and time tested songs, singer/songwriter Edwin McCain recently took a rare break to record an album of vintage R&B and classic southern soul songs. Nobody's Fault But Mine is due out June 24th on Saguaro Road Records. Saguaro Road is a new label launched by Direct Holdings Americas Inc. Direct Holdings also markets and sells audio and video entertainment products under the Time Life trademark, which it uses under license from Time Warner Inc.Direct Holdings Executive Vice President Mike Jason said, "Saguaro Road is dedicated to presenting newly recorded American Thu, 08 May 2008 08:12:50 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004335.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Nashville_Star_54/004334.shtml Nashville Star The sixth season of “Nashville Star” will premiere on NBC Monday, June 9 (9:30-11 p.m. ET) followed by 90-minute live episodes each week. This year, the longest running cable reality competition series moves into the spotlight on NBC. With a bigger stage to play, higher expectations and tougher competition, each contestant will turn to the celebrity panel that will not only judge them during the live shows, but will also provide a unique mentoring aspect to the series. Wed, 07 May 2008 18:59:22 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Nashville_Star_54/004334.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ThatsCountry_News_9/004308.shtml TC "Stuff" Just in case anyone was wondering why my website hadn't been updated for so long, it's been a very sad time around here. My step-father, David Alexander Cook, passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer on April 25th. Wed, 07 May 2008 16:23:59 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ThatsCountry_News_9/004308.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004327.shtml Country News Acclaimed singer, songwriter and entertainer Toby Keith is currently in the midst of a two-week, 18-show tour visiting U.S. military personnel in the Persian Gulf region. And while raging sandstorms and insurgent activity have forced some plan changes, nothing can stop Keith's commitment to supporting the men and women of the armed forces. Wed, 07 May 2008 14:18:34 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004327.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004326.shtml Country News Hot new country star Rissi Palmer is presently being featured on www.MLB.com. On a recent visit to their studios in New York, Palmer performed an exclusive acoustic concert and talked with host Jeremy Brisiel as part of their "Hot Prospect" series featuring new and upcoming artists. Wed, 07 May 2008 14:05:36 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004326.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Fan_Fair_16/004325.shtml CMA Music Festival CMA Music Festival is known worldwide as a four-day celebration of the relationship between Country Music artists and its fans in Downtown Nashville. Now celebrating its 37th year, the Festival also features unique events, including those held in the ChevyT Sports Zone. This year, the Chevy Sports Zone plays host to two exciting culinary competitions: the CMA Music Festival BBQ Championship and the Fiesta Celebrity Grilling Challenge. Wed, 07 May 2008 14:01:25 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Fan_Fair_16/004325.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ACM_News_43/004324.shtml ACM News The Academy of Country Music today announced that country music superstar GARTH BROOKS will be presented with the first-ever artist bestowed Academy of Country Music Crystal Milestone Award during the 43rd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards airing LIVE on CBS television Sunday, May 18th at 8:00 PM live ET/tape delayed PT. Brooks will also perform a special medley of his greatest hits during the telecast. Wed, 07 May 2008 13:57:07 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ACM_News_43/004324.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004323.shtml Country News Country music legend Mel Tillis will receive the International Fan Club Organization (IFCO)'s Tex Ritter Award at the 2008 IFCO Fun Fest Show. The Award is given most years in honor of a life-long contribution to country music, the music community, and fans everywhere. This year's show will be held Wednesday, June 4th at 7:00 p.m. at Cadillac Ranch, 305 Broadway, in Nashville, TN. Mel Tillis began performing in the early 50’s with ‘The Westerner’s while serving as a baker in the U.S. Air Force, stationed in Okinawa. In 1956, Webb Pierce recorded a song written by Mel titled 'I’m Wed, 07 May 2008 09:40:16 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004323.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004321.shtml Country News Well, AG fans, it's May and there have been lots of exciting things going on in Adam's life so we thought we'd take a couple minutes and fill in the dedicated fans he is so appreciative of! Wed, 07 May 2008 09:22:18 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004321.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004320.shtml Country News The David Lee Murphy Fan Club Party will take place Wednesday, June 4th at 6pm at Mickey Roos Texas Style BBQ located at 509 Hillsboro Road in Franklin, TN. The Fan Club party will be free and open to all (both Fan Club & non-Fan Club members) who wish to attend. There will be special pricing on food and drinks for David Lee's Fan Club members. Wed, 07 May 2008 09:16:19 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004320.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004316.shtml Country News Don't worry; that wasn't an imposter who was named "American Idol's" Season 4 runner-up in 2005. But the Bo Bice people saw on the show and heard on the subsequent gold-certified album THE REAL THING was just a taste of the broad and deep spectrum of music the Alabama-born singer has a passionate drive to write and sing. On SEE THE LIGHT, the first release on Sugar Money/StratArt Records label, he promises we are getting to hear "the genuine Bo." Wed, 07 May 2008 09:03:30 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004316.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004315.shtml Country News The Grascals, one of the most critically-acclaimed and dynamic groups in bluegrass music today, and the reigning IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) Entertainers of the Year for the last two years, will release their third studio album for Rounder Records, Keep On Walkin’, on July 15. The 12-song, self-produced album is the group’s first release in two years. It crystallizes the sound introduced and developed on the band’s first two Grammy®-nominated releases—traditional bluegrass and country music, both original and classic songs, all delivered with vocal and instrumental intensity and virtuosity. Timely and timeless, The Grascals’ music is entirely relevant to Wed, 07 May 2008 09:00:16 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004315.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004319.shtml Country News CMT has partnered with PEOPLE for a half-hour special to coincide with the magazine’s popular country issue, it was announced today by CMT and PEOPLE. Hosted by CMT INSIDER’s Allison DeMarcus, PEOPLE COUNTRY SPECIAL ON CMT will bring the pages of PEOPLE’s quarterly country newsstand issue to life, with exclusive, behind-the-scenes footage of photo shoots and interviews with country music’s biggest stars. The special premieres Saturday, May 17 at 1:30 p.m., ET/PT and will encore on Sunday, May 18 at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., ET/PT. Tue, 06 May 2008 09:13:47 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004319.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004318.shtml Country News Known for his depth as a songwriter and his outlaw-esque sound, Ray Scott is taking the reigns of his career and self-releasing a new CD, Crazy Like Me, on his own label, Jethropolitan Records. Crazy Like Me will be available digitally in late May. Physical CDs will only be available at www.rayscott.com and at all Ray Scott shows beginning in early June. There will be no retail distribution at this time. Advance orders of Crazy Like Me placed on his website will be autographed. Tue, 06 May 2008 09:10:54 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004318.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004317.shtml Country News Award-winning singer/songwriter Dierks Bentley is the newest addition to Anheuser Busch's award-winning "Real Men of Genius" advertising campaign in a spot that will begin airing nationally this month. Tue, 06 May 2008 09:06:08 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004317.shtml