Category Archives: Music

Join The Journey: World Vision Songwriters Trip

Posted on June 10, 2013 by

We’re less than a week away from our World Vision songwriters trip to the Dominican Republic. Nine of Music City’s premiere songwriters are journeying together to witness firsthand the work World Vision does in helping children and families out of … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Here Come The Mummies

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

I don’t know why I haven’t included these band of mummy brothers before now. I may have taken them for granted, and for that, I apologize. Being around the guys in the early stages of their mummification, I was fortunate … Continue reading →

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Favorite Music of 2012

Posted on December 31, 2012 by

Best Musical Groups of 2012: Mumford and Sons, MuteMath, Little Big Town, The Lumineers, Dawes, Imagine Dragons, Of Monsters & Men, Zac Brown Band, PawnShop kings, Fun, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, The Avett Brothers, Group 1 Crew, Thousand Foot … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented: Michael Kiwanuka

Posted on November 29, 2012 by

I admit I got into a rut with my blog. Mostly due to my work, hobbies, and not really being inspired to post anything. I’d rather let the blog sit idle than conjure up something just to have content. I … Continue reading →

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World Vision Artist Carter’s Chord Meets Their Sponsored Children In Dominican Republic

Posted on June 29, 2012 by

Carter’s Chord recently went along with World Vision to the Dominican Republic to meet their sponsored children and shoot a music video. Take part in their trip here…….

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Ridiculously Talented: Dawes

Posted on April 24, 2012 by

There is one rule regarding concerts that I have stood by, but also broken:  Don’t miss the opening act.  Yes, we all want to get to the act that we spent our money on to see and hear perform, but … Continue reading →

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2012 ACM Award Winners

Posted on April 1, 2012 by

Here’s a run down of the nominees and winners (in bold) during the 2012 Academy of Country Music Awards held in Las Vegas.  via @mikeseverson Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean Kenny Chesney Brad Paisley Blake Shelton Taylor Swift Male … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – downhere

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

I admit to being very late on this one, after all, downhere’s first album came out in 2001 and they have released a total of 11 albums and EP’s.  I’ve had my opportunities over the past few years to listen … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Eric Church

Posted on January 17, 2012 by

A big congratulations goes out to Eric Church who just scored his first #1 single this week with “Drink In My Hand”.  It’s been way overdue since releasing his first single to radio in 2006.  From that time Eric has … Continue reading →

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Favorite Music of 2011

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

It’s been an amazing year for great music!  For what it’s worth here’s my own little “Best Of” for 2011.  In no particular order. Best Musical Groups of 2011: Mumford and Sons, MuteMath, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Fitz and the Tantrums, … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Brooke Fraser

Posted on November 15, 2011 by

I’ve been looking to feature this amazing New Zealand born artist for a while now, but could never decide on exactly which video to post since there is so much quality content.  I solved that problem by posting two videos … Continue reading →

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2011 CMA Award Winners

Posted on November 9, 2011 by

2011 Country Music Association (CMA) Awards Nominees and Winners Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean Brad Paisley Blake Shelton Taylor Swift Keith Urban Female Vocalist of the Year Sara Evans Miranda Lambert Martina McBride Taylor Swift Carrie Underwood Male Vocalist … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Little Big Town

Posted on September 13, 2011 by

Little Big Town has been around making great music since 1998 and they get better and more Ridiculously Talented all the time.  They haven’t gotten the full attention they deserve just yet, but if there is any justice in the … Continue reading →

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Country Music Artists Join Efforts of World Vision

Posted on September 9, 2011 by

Country Music Artists Join Efforts of Global Humanitarian Organization World Vision  Use Your Voice: Do Good campaign gains new artists (Nashville, Tenn. – Sept. 8, 2011)  Global humanitarian organization World Vision has announced the addition of several Country music artists … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Joss Stone

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

She launched in 2003, has five albums to her credit, and has been a feature vocalist on dozens of other top artists projects.  Her latest album, LP1, was released on July 26th and recorded in Nashville in just six days. … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Mat Kearney

Posted on August 16, 2011 by

Nashville resident Mat Kearney isn’t necessarily a new artist, but not exactly what you’d call widely known by the masses.  Yet. The 2006 single “Nothing Left To Lose” and “Closer To Love” released in 2009 are his most recognized songs, … Continue reading →

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Excellent Music Wins

Posted on July 24, 2011 by

I consistently listen to most of the singles going for airplay at radio to keep up with what music and artists are out there in the trenches.  Each time I do I shake my head in disbelief.  There are typically … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – MUTEMATH

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

The following words have been used to describe them: Epic, Untouchable, Unique, Genius, Evolving, Experimental, Intense, Mind Blowing, Creative, Incredible……Ridiculously Talented….. Each and every word fits as Mutemath continues to redefine, surprise and yet maintain their own unique brand and … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Zac Brown Band

Posted on July 12, 2011 by

Everything that is good, true, and right about country music is on display in the Zac Brown Band. No gimmicks or studio tricks necessary. We need more of this authenticity, artistry, and pureness in country music. Here is video of … Continue reading →

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Are We Musically Dumbed Down?

Posted on July 11, 2011 by

I was having a conversation with a music industry friend the other day about how it can be argued that people have been dumbed down musically.  It’s not the fault of the music fan and we may not even be … Continue reading →

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Ridiculoulsly Talented – Mumford and Sons

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

Mike:  I’ll take Ridiculously Talented for $1000 Alex. Alex:  The band Mumford & Sons plays this style of music with a strong Shakespearean literary influence. Me:  What are English folk, bluegrass, country, Irish, Americana, roots, alternative, indie rock and anything … Continue reading →

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The Fans Rule

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

It’s been years since I’ve fully dived into Fan Fair, modernly known as CMA Music Festival.  Even when I’ve attended in the past I would usually just go to the stages to watch and support whatever artists I was representing … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Kevin Montgomery

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

I’ve known Kevin Montgomery for over 20 years since attending Nashville’s Belmont College together.  From the first time I saw him perform and to this very day I’ve always been struck by his musical and songwriting talent as a solo … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Attwater

Posted on June 7, 2011 by

I had the pleasure of seeing this Sacramento based band perform in Nashville about a month ago and was incredibly impressed.  Attwater teamed up with producer extraordinaire Charlie Peacock (The Civil Wars, Switchfoot) to put together several new tracks and … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – NEEDTOBREATHE

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

One of the best bands in any format and has yet to be heard by the masses, but that’s been changing. Needtobreathe has opened up for some prominent artists and is currently on tour with Taylor Swift. The band alone … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Adele

Posted on May 24, 2011 by

Not much needs to be said here.  Everyone knows Adele is Ridiculously Talented, especially judging from the fact I couldn’t get tickets to her show in Nashville the morning they went on sale.  So if I didn’t include her then … Continue reading →

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Lefsetz On The Charts

Posted on May 18, 2011 by

From the Lefsetz Letter.  Some of the more interesting and relevant commentary on this weeks top albums listed below.  Great points are made.  For the complete post with additional commentary go here. 1. Adele “21″ Sales this week: 155,209 This … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Chris Thile and Michael Daves

Posted on May 17, 2011 by

Nickel Creek is one of my all time favorites and I look forward to including them in a future Ridiculously Talented, especially when/if they get back together.  One member of that trio, Chris Thile has been involved in numerous projects … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – Joe Bonamassa

Posted on May 10, 2011 by

I had trouble deciding which video to post on this week’s installment because Joe Bonamassa is just too Ridiculously Talented.  So I picked two.  One from the studio and another raw concert footage.  Enjoy.

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Ridiculously Talented – Carolina Chocolate Drops

Posted on May 3, 2011 by

Hey look, it’s officially a series now!  I have a list of over 20 artists I’d like to ultimately get to.  Some have been around for a while and others are newer.  I look forward to discovering more along the … Continue reading →

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Ridiculously Talented – PawnShop kings

Posted on April 26, 2011 by

A new feature. I just thought of it today and since today is Tuesday, why not begin like, now….. The first installment of Ridiculously Talented Tuesday features the PawnShop kings in an acoustic performance of “Carolina”.   They are Ridiculously Talented!

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A Graph Is Worth Millions Of Words

Posted on February 21, 2011 by

From Digital Music News: The following shipment figures are from the RIAA, dating back to 1973.  The first shows album unit sales across four formats: 8-tracks, vinyl, CDs, and digital albums.  The second shows singles across four formats: CD-singles, cassette … Continue reading →

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Musical Values Upheld At Grammy Awards

Posted on February 16, 2011 by

There always seems to be controversy and tension where the Grammy Awards are concerned. The battle between commercial triumphs and artistic success annually emerge.  Sometimes they meet in the middle, but many times they don’t. I was always a fan … Continue reading →

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Complete List of 2011 Grammy Award Winners

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

POP: Pop Vocal Album: Lady Gaga, The Fame Monster Pop Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals: Train, “Hey, Soul Sister (Live)” Traditional Pop Vocal Album: Michael Bublé, Crazy Love Female Pop Vocal Performance: Lady Gaga, “Bad Romance,” The … Continue reading →

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Thank You Garth

Posted on December 23, 2010 by

The 9pm show last night was the final of nine shows that Garth Brooks put on in Nashville to benefit flood relief.  Around 160,000 tickets were sold and five million raised.  Add to that the economic impact of Garth’s shows … Continue reading →

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Favorite Music Of 2010

Posted on December 15, 2010 by

My own little “Best Of” for 2010.  In no particular order. Best Musical Groups of 2010: PawnShop kings, Zac Brown Band, Switchfoot, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, The Black Keys, Needtobreathe, Paramore, Skillet, Mumford and Sons, OneRepublic, Civil Wars, Downhere … Continue reading →

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2010 CMA Award Winners

Posted on November 10, 2010 by

Here is a list of the 2010 Country Music Association award winners presented Wednesday evening in downtown Nashville. Congratulations to all the winners! Music Video of the Year: “House that Built Me” by Miranda Lambert Musical Event of the Year: … Continue reading →

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Artists and Social Media: The Art Of Perfect Exposure

Posted on August 9, 2010 by

I attended a panel recently at a music industry seminar that discussed how artists should better utilize social media to connect to their audience.  There was discussion on what artists were doing it right and questions on why other artists … Continue reading →

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Revealing Speak at Billboard Country Music Summit

Posted on June 8, 2010 by

The Billboard Country Music Summit was held in downtown Nashville on June 7th and 8th.  It was a gathering of all segments of the music industry to discuss, debate and pontificate about current issues within the music business and ideas … Continue reading →

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The Music Advisory – Pawnshop Kings

Posted on April 26, 2010 by

Okay, yet another friend who works in the business gave me some music to check out.  She is managing a couple guys who call themselves the PawnShop Kings.  Yet another music industry professional who is passionate about good music.  As … Continue reading →

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2010 ACM Award Winners

Posted on April 18, 2010 by

Like all awards shows, the 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards featured some stellar, some forgettable, and some cringing performances.  I’ll let you decide which is which, but it seemed clear to me. I will say that the top two … Continue reading →

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The Music Advisory – Marc Scibilia

Posted on April 15, 2010 by

It’s good to have friends who are passionate about music and work in the music business.  What a novel concept!  What’s even better is when they share their passion with me.  That’s how I was introduced to singer/songwriter/musician Marc Scibilia.  … Continue reading →

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A Songwriting Perspective

Posted on March 24, 2010 by

The following is a concise and relevant conversations between Peter Cooper and Carnival Music’s Frank Liddell on the state of songwriting and publishing. Published by Peter Cooper on March 19, 2010 in The Tennessean’s Features Frank Liddell owns Carnival Music … Continue reading →

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Complete List of 2010 Grammy Award Winners

Posted on February 1, 2010 by

Nashville was well represented last night at the 2010 Grammy Awards.  There were some stellar performances from the likes of Pink, Zac Brown Band, Lady Antebellum, Maxwell, Andrea Bocelli & Mary J. Blige, and Jeff Beck w/ Imelda May. The … Continue reading →

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Favorite Music of 2009 – For The Record

Posted on December 29, 2009 by

My own little “Best Of” for 2009.  In no particular order……..Happy New Year! Best Musical Groups of 2009: MuteMath, Sam & Ruby, Chickenfoot, Lady Antebellum, Needtobreathe, Kings of Leon, Zac Brown Band, The Fray, Fiction Family, Shinedown, Paramore Best Female Musical … Continue reading →

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Musical Preview (part 2)

Posted on November 24, 2009 by

More artists performing at the Compassion International benefit on December 2nd at Mercy Lounge in Nashville.  All proceeds go to the Global Food Crisis Fund to help children and families in the most needed areas where Compassion serves. Tammy Cochran: … Continue reading →

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Musical Preview

Posted on November 23, 2009 by

Just some of the artists performing at the Compassion International benefit on December 2nd at Mercy Lounge in Nashville.  More artist info and videos to come….. Bryan White Rob Blackledge Julie Roberts Blaine Laresen Alathea

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Artists Come Together With Compassion

Posted on November 20, 2009 by

COUNTRY, POP ARTISTS JOIN FORCES FOR COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL BENEFIT AT MERCY LOUNGE DEC 2 Artists  Carter’s Chord, Julie Roberts, Bryan White, Blaine Larsen, Rob Blackledge, Mica Roberts, Trailer Choir, Canaan Smith, Charmaine, Natalie Hemby and other special guests perform at … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday: Steve Wariner & Chet Atkins

Posted on November 19, 2009 by

When I first started really getting into country music Steve Wariner was leading the way as one of my favorites.  I recently saw him at the CMA radio broadcasts and under my breath said “Wow, there’s Steve Wariner!”.  He is … Continue reading →

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Passion for the Music. Compassion for the Poor.

Posted on November 16, 2009 by

Compassion International Benefit Show All proceeds will go to the Global Food Crisis Fund, assisting children and their families in the most needed areas where Compassion serves. • Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009, doors open at 7:30pm • Mercy Lounge in … Continue reading →

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