Jason Mraz, Zac Brown Band + more added to Deni Bluest & Roots Festival 2013

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MEDIA RELEASE

For Immediate distribution                                                                                                               13 December, 2012                                                                                                                         

Deni Blues & Roots Festival 2013

SECOND & FINAL LINE UP ANNOUNCEMENT!!!

JASON MRAZ RETURNS TO AUSTRALIA at Easter

and for the first time in Australia the sensational ZAC BROWN BAND, an accomplished band of brothers led by one of the most charismatic individuals ever to don a beanie and dominate radio!

Jason and Zac are part of a new wave of bands confirmed to perform at the Inaugural Deni Blues & Roots Festival in 2013 

other fabulous artists announced in the final line up are  

STATUS QUO,

NEWTON FAULKNER, GALLIE AND SHANNON BOURNE, HOWLIN STEAM TRAIN AND DIRT RIVER RADIO 

Two days of non-stop music, onsite camping, 2 stages 

In addition to the fabulous line up already confirmed for the Inaugural Deni Blues & Roots Festival in 2013, Chugg Entertainment, Rob Potts Entertainment Edge and Plains Festival Ltd have announced exciting additional names headed by Grammy Award winning artists singer/songwriter Jason Mraz and Zac Brown Band.   

The fabulous first time two day event will be held Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday March 30^th and 31^st.   

In announcing the second line up, CEO of Chugg Entertainment  Michael Chugg said, “This new announcement of acts is really adding to the heavyweights already confirmed for the first ever Deni Blues Festival; which is really putting it on the map as one of the big music events of the year. There’s such a diverse group of musicians on the bill, it’s going to be great – I’m thrilled!”

CEO of Rob Potts Entertainment Edge, Rob Potts said, “We have been talking to Zac Brown Band about touring Australia for three years, even before they won the Grammy for best new artist in 2011. We are totally excited to be able to announce them as part of the final line-up for the inaugural Deni Blues and Roots Festival.  They are now one of the hottest acts in the USA.  Together with Jason Mraz, Newton Faulkner and Status Quo joining some of the who’s who of world music, Deni is set for a huge party at Easter.”

Camping facilities will be available on site from Good Friday 12pm till Monday 12pm April 1st.   VIP tents will be available for 2 man or 4 man tents in a special area called Tent City.  The VIP tents will be set up on site and made ready for people upon arrival.

For those not wanting General Camping tickets, Platinum Site tickets and VIP camping,   Ticket prices are:

General Camping tickets                                                      $75 person

Platinum Site Max 6 / Mobile Homes & Caravans            powered    $450

VIP 2 person site                                                                   $350

VIP 4 person site                                                                   $700

The venue is fully licensed. 

Festival General Manager, John Harvie said, “I’m so excited that these artists will be appearing in Deni. We have one of the best outdoor venues in Australia and it will be fantastic to showcase the venue and the town. The Deni Blues and Roots Festival will be the catalyst for other events of this type to be hosted by Deni.”

The additional names in this announcement will add to a stunning weekend line up already confirmed: 

Santana

Steve Miller Band

Bonnie Raitt

Chris Isaak

Tony Joe White

     Jimmy Cliff

Chris Russell’s Chicken Walk

Chris Wilson/Geoff Achison Band

Gallie & Shannon Bourne

Collard Greens & Gravy

Morgan Evans

Ward’s Express

Marco Goldsmith Band

For ticket, camping and festival info go to

denibluesfestival.com

 Facebook.com/denibluesfest

Tickets to the event are available on:

ticketek.com.au or phone 132 849  

THE INAUGURAL DENI BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL 2013

Conargo Road

Deniliquin

Marketing Manager on site:  

Karla Notley   0408 079 903 / or 03 5881 3388 karlan@deniutemuster.com.au

Media contact:  

Di Rolle Publicity 0419 001 068 / di@dirolle.com

Big & Rich and more added to CMC Rocks the Hunter 2013

“SAVE A HORSE, RIDE A COWBOY!”
AMERICA’S BIG & RICH ROLL INTO TOWN
FOR THE FESTIVAL

Just in time for Christmas, Rob Potts Entertainment Edge, Chugg Entertainment, Foxtel and County Music Channel are thrilled to announce the unleashing of those International larger-than-life, technicolor cowboys, BIG & RICH (USA), for their first-ever trip to Australia for CMC Rocks the Hunter 2013.

They will be joined by America’s hottest young country/pop duo, LOVE AND THEFT (USA), who are also making their first trip to Australia for the Festival.

Local stars, ADAM HARVEY, JASMINE RAE and BUDDY GOODE, will also add more heat to the already stellar lineup for the three-day festival, held at the beautiful Hope Estate in the Hunter Valley (NSW), over the weekend of Fri 15-Sun 17 March, 2013.

In addition to these newly announced artists are some rising stars from both Australia and New Zealand, including AARON JURY (NZ), PAUL GREENE, JACKIE BRISTOW (NZ), CHELSEA BASHAM, MARK WELLS, KAYLENS RAIN and current CMC New Oz Artist of the Year, PETER MCWHIRTER.

The lineup also features RASCAL FLATTS (USA), BILLY RAY CYRUS (USA), CHRIS YOUNG (USA), THE BAND PERRY (USA), ADAM BRAND, CORB LUND AND THE HURTIN’ ALBERTANS (CAN), DAVID LEE MURPHY (USA), DEAN BRODY (CAN), CATHERINE BRITT, AMBER LAWRENCE, MORGAN EVANS, THE LEGARDE TWINS, THE BLUEGRASS ALL-STARS, BOB CORBETT, DOUG BRUCE & THE TAILGATERS, CRAIG MORRISON, THE WOLFE BROTHERS and ALEYCE SIMMONDS.

Now in its sixth year, the CMC Rocks the Hunter festival has established itself as the biggest International Country & Roots Festival outside of North America. The festival draws fans from all states and territories in Australia and overseas. One of the premiere events on the Australian music calendar, it brings together the best international and local country and roots performers at Hope Estate in the beautiful Hunter Valley.

The main stage program on Friday 15 March will run from 2pm to 11pm. The festival will continue through Saturday and Sunday, when USA superstars, RASCAL FLATTS, will close the proceedings.

Once again, camping will be available on site at Hope Estate. The late-night Camper’s Bar will be back in action again on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, following the conclusion of the main stage program each night.

For tickets, camping, travel and accommodation details visit the CMC Rocks website.

Billy Ray Cyrus to release new album on October 26

BILLY RAY CYRUS SET TO RELEASE 13^TH STUDIO ALBUM CHANGE MY MIND OCTOBER 26^th 2012

Single “Change My Mind” Available from Friday 5^th October

Multi-platinum recording artist Billy Ray Cyrus is set to change minds with the international release of his 13^th studio album titled Change My Mind on October 26th, 2012. The title track and first single will be available on Friday 5^th October on iTunes and other digital retail sites. The music video can be seen on Great American Country (GAC) and CMT Pure. With Change My Mind, Cyrus delivers a stellar collection of ten songs that hearken back to his roots in bluegrass, Southern rock, gospel, and country music.

Billy Ray Cyrus has also announced he’ll be returning to Australia, for the first time in twenty years, to perform at CMC Rocks The Hunter Festival in March 2013. 

Recorded in Los Angeles over three months with GRAMMY nominated, multi award-winning producer Brandon Friesen, Change My Mind finds Cyrus coming full circle musically from the days when he made his living performing in the smoky bars of the Ohio River Valley. The album has that loose, honky-tonk feel of bar band music, but is performed by a group of world-class musicians, including in-demand session drummer Kenny Aronoff, bassist Dusty Wakeman, and guitarists Leroy Powell, John West, Dominic Cifarelli, and Nelson Blanton. Change My Mind showcases Cyrus’ smoldering, swaggering voice, as well as his unforgettable melodies and candid lyrics that offer up a window into his life.

“My songs come to me when I’m dealing with heavy stuff,” Cyrus says. “If I’m going through something emotional, the songs pour out of me. It’s the only way I know how to express myself. I have lived through every emotion on every one of these songs. I’d just write it all down and tell myself, ‘Lean into the music.’”

Billy Ray Cyrus struck it big in June 1992 with his debut album, the eventual 9x-platinum-selling No. 1 Some Gave All, fueled by the best-selling single “Achy Breaky Heart,” which spent five weeks atop the Billboard Country chart.  Some Gave All (which held the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Top 200 chart for 17 weeks in a row and became the best-selling debut album of all time by a male solo artist) launched Cyrus’ colorful 20-year career in the spotlight — during which he has sold millions of albums worldwide, charted nearly 30 singles (including three No. 1 country hits), and racked up multiple film and television credits.

Change My Mind Track Listing:

1.     Change My Mind

2.     Once Again

3.     Hillbilly Heart

4.     Tomorrow Became Yesterday

5.     Good As Gone

6.     Forgot to Forget

7.     That’s What Daddy’s Do

8.     Hope Is Just Ahead

9.     I’m So Miserable

10.  Stomp
 

For further information visit www.billyraycyrus.com

For further information on CMC Rocks The Hunter please visit www.cmcrocks.com.au

Rascal Flatts, Billy Ray Cyrus and more to play CMC Rocks the Hunter 2013

For Immediate Release: Sunday 30 September 2012.

RASCAL FLATTS

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN AUSTRALIA

Rob Potts Entertainment Edge, Chugg Entertainment and Foxtel Networks are thrilled to announce that American supergroup Rascal Flatts (US) will be headlining CMC Rocks the Hunter 2013 festival at Hope Estate. Joining them will be international and local stars, including Billy Ray Cyrus (US), Chris Young (US), The Band Perry (US), Adam Brand, Corb Lund and the Hurtin’ Albertans (Can) and more.

Rascal Flatts is one of the most successful groups in country music history, with over 21 million album sales, 25 million digital downloads, and 13 US #1 singles over the course of their 13-year career, including “Bless The Broken Road”, “Fast Cars and Freedom”, “What Hurts the Most”, “Life is a Highway” and “Banjo”. With over 40 awards, Rascal Flatts is celebrated by their millions of fans globally for their distinctive, knockout harmonies, high energy live performances and rich catalogue of songs that is equal parts party anthems and soaring ballads. This will be the first time the six-time CMA Vocal Group of the Year has performed in Australia.

Michael Chugg said, “We pride ourselves on delivering unique line-ups with huge international stars and this year is no exception. People have been clamouring for Rascal Flatts for years and we’re thrilled to have them for what is sure to be another terrific CMC Rocks the Hunter.”

In the 20 years since his 9 x platinum debut album Some Gave All, Billy Ray Cyrus has conquered music, TV and film. He helped make country music a worldwide phenomenon with one of the biggest crossover singles in country history - the Grammy nominated “Achy Breaky Heart” - and followed it up with 10 studio albums, 30 hit singles and over 25 million album sales. His work with his daughter Miley on the Hannah Montana TV series and movie has brought him to a whole new generation of fans, who will get to experience Cyrus’s hard-charging rock-tinged live show at the Hunter in 2013.

“There are artists from across the country and roots spectrum at this wonderful Festival,” said Rob Potts. “Where else can you see the hottest young stars, like Grammy-nominees The Band Perry and Chris Young, to cross-generational hitmakers like Rascal Flatts and Billy Ray Cyrus?” .

Since winning Nashville Star, Chris Young, has emerged as one of country music’s finest young singer-songwriters, with an instantly recognisable baritone and a fresh, sexy take on the traditional country sound. Five consecutive #1 singles, including the heartfelt ballad, “Tomorrow”; several CMA, ACM and Grammy nominations; and three hit albums have cemented Young’s place as one of the best voices in country music today.

The spotlight has been shining on sibling trio, The Band Perry, since the release of their self-titled debut album in 2010, yielding 5 hit singles, including the 4 x platinum Grammy nominated #1 smash, “If I Die Young”, (written by lead singer, Kimberly Perry). As reigning winners of the CMA “New Artist of the Year” award, their hip, contemporary sound combines elements of country, folk, 60s pop and classic rock, making their music as exciting and distinctive as their wonderfully blended three-part harmonies.

After conflicts in previous years with his busy American touring schedule, we’re thrilled that 12-time Golden Guitar winner and beloved Aussie artist, Adam Brand, will finally make his CMC Rocks debut in 2013. Brand is one of our most-requested artists, with a string of acclaimed albums and hit singles, including his current #1 single from his 9th studio album of the same name, “There Will be Love”. His passionate fanbase, known as the Brandwagoners, voted him CMC Oz Artist of the Year for five years running, helped him win television’s Dancing With The Stars in 2009, and ensured his regular Presenting role on this year’s Great Outdoors TV travel program. It’ll be great to see the Brandwagon rolling into the Hunter in 2013! 

Australia is home away from home for six time Canadian Roots Artist of the Year, Corb Lund, who brings his mountain band, the Hurtin’ Albertans, back to rock the Hunter. A veteran of the festival, having played CMC Rocks the Snowys in 2009 and CMC Rocks Nth Queensland in 2010, his quirky, laconic lyrics are belied by the electricity of his on-stage chemistry with his longtime musicians. Corb’s Australian fanbase has been growing rapidly since his first trip ten years ago and is sure to turn out for the poker playing, whiskey-and-hockey-loving singer-songwriter.

David Lee Murphy is known for classic contemporary hits like ‘Dust On The Bottle’, ‘Party Crowd’ and ‘Just Once’, but the long, tall singer-songwriter is also the man behind songs like Kenny Chesney’s ‘Living In Fast Forward’, Jason Aldean’s ‘Big Green Tractor’ and Eli Young Band’s ‘Always The Love Songs’. The charismatic Illinois native has a magic touch as a tunesmith, and he’ll be playing a hit-filled set when he takes to the stage at the Hope Estate.

Canadian Dean Brody is a true storyteller. The romance that infuses the young hitmaker’s music is built on a truth that connects him to those that love his music. Breaking through with his hit single ‘Brothers’, Brody’s star has continued to rise, with accomplishments including this year’s recent CCMA wins for Male Artist of the Year and Album of the Year, and wowing the crowds at the inaugural CMC Rocks the Hunter. There have been calls for his return ever since, and we’re happy to oblige.

The lineup at the Festival also includes local artists, Catherine Britt, Amber Lawrence, Morgan Evans, The Bluegrass All-Stars, Bob Corbett, Doug Bruce & The Tailgaters, Craig Morrison, The Wolfe Brothers and Aleyce Simmonds, as well as ex-pat US-based pioneers, The LeGarde Twins.

Many more artists will be announced soon.

Now in its sixth year, CMC Rocks the Hunter festival has established itself as the biggest International Country & Roots Festival outside of North America. One of the premiere events on the Australian music calendar, it brings together the best international and local country and roots performers in at Hope Estate in the beautiful Hunter Valley.

Previous years have seen performances by Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Taylor Swift, John Butler Trio, Kasey Chambers, Sugarland, Dierks Bentley, Joe Nichols, Gary Allan, Pete Murray, Ian Moss, Tex Perkins, Jack Ingram and The Waifs.

In response to the huge queues lined up outside the gates to get in in 2012, the promoters have announced the main stage program on Friday 15 March will kick off earlier, running from 2pm to 11pm. The festival will continue through Saturday and Sunday, when Rascal Flatts will close the proceedings. 

Once again, camping will be available on site at Hope Estate. The late-night Camper’s Bar will be back in action again on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, following the conclusion of the main stage program. 

Tickets go on sale Thursday 4 October at 9am with limited one-day tickets available.

As in 2012, a “Time to Pay” option will be available for ticket buyers, where tickets can be ordered immediately, with payments spread over several months. 

For tickets, camping, travel and accommodation details go to www.cmcrocks.com.au

CMC ROCKS THE HUNTER 2013

FRI 15 MARCH - SAT 16 MARCH - SUN 17 MARCH

TICKET PRICES

3 Day Ticket - Adult (15 and above) $259
3 Day Ticket - Child (Ages 4 to 14) $124
Friday /Saturday only Ticket - Adult (15 and above) $159
Friday/Saturday only Ticket - Child (Ages 4 to 14) $79
Sunday only Ticket - Adult (15 and above) $159
Sunday only Ticket - Child (Ages 4 to 14) $79

Free admission to children under 4 years & accompanied by an adult. 

TICKETS ON SALE THURDSAY 4 OCTOBER @ 9AM

Book at www.cmcrocks.com.au

For CMC Rocks the Hunter queries:                      For Country Music Channel queries:

Kerry Roberts                                                                  Rachel Antella

(02) 9712.8445 or (02) 9712.8668                                   (02) 9813.7116                                              

kerryroberts@therobertsnetwork.com.au                    rachel.antella@foxtel.com.au

                 

Morgan Evans talks about his new EP

Morgan Evans has a brand new EP out - While We're Young.

He's been chatting about it with people around the country. Here are a couple of choice interviews:

NOISE 11
http://www.noise11.com/vinterviews/morgan-evans

Hot Country Radio
http://www.hotcountry.net.au/index.php/news/country-music-news/16628-morgan-evans-exclusive-accoustic

Get Morgan Evans' new single FREE

Morgan Evans has the current iTunes Single of the Week.

This mean's it's for the offing completely free of charge. Go here to grab it (and the rest of his EP) from iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/au/album/while-were-young-ep/id552836716

MORGAN EVANS NEW EP WHILE WE’RE YOUNG RELEASED AUGUST 24

“Someday we'll look back & smile, and tell the stories, of the crazy things we've done, while we’re young.”– Morgan Evans

Morgan Evans is geared up to release While We’re Young on August 24, the follow up to his successful debut EP, Live Each Day, on Warner Music Australia.

While We’re Young was recorded in Nashville, produced by ex-pat Jedd Hughes, an acclaimed singer/songwriter and guitarist. All five tracks on While We’re Young were written or co-written by Morgan. 

The title track While We're Young is an energetic, guitar driven anthem co-written with Jedd & Sarah Buxton, who also co-wrote Keith Urban's hit "Put You In A Song". Sarah's writing credits also include another Urban Smash, "Stupid Boy", and Big & Rich's new single "That's Why I Pray" which has just cracked the top 20 in the US charts. 

“I played Jedd and Sarah this chorus that I’d written a few months earlier and we all had a great vibe about it. We all related to it, so the verses came really naturally,” says Morgan. “It's about letting go, living in the moment and making memories NOW that we can look back on with a smile, have a laugh and reminisce. You know? The kind of memories that make us who we are.”

“We got so excited about the songs, that soon Jedd had pulled together some of my favourite musicians in the world and we were recording. Their talent and unique approach inspired me to work even harder to get the best out of my voice and my guitar playing. Working with those guys really was a dream come true.”

Sweet Home to You is a chilled, groovy road song, while Learn to Lose You showcases Morgan’s soulful vocal as he sings about holding off heartbreak. The hard-driving swamp-rock of Made For Loving You contrasts with the final track, the heartfelt ballad Carry On.

MORGAN EVANS TOUR DATES

Thursday Aug 9                     Evan Theatre, Penrith, NSW – with Toni Childs

Friday Aug 10                        Shoalhaven Ent Centre, Nowra, NSW - with Toni Childs

Saturday Aug 11                  Revesby Workers Club, Revesby, NSW - with Toni Childs

Sunday Aug 12                     Canberra Theatre, Canberra, ACT - with Toni Childs

Thursday Aug 23                   Gympie Muster, QLD

Friday Aug 24                        Gympie Muster, QLD

Monday Aug 27                   Alpine Hotel, Thredbo, NSW

Tuesday Aug 28                    Alpine Hotel, Thredbo, NSW

Weds Aug 29                         Alpine Hotel, Thredbo, NSW

Thursday Aug 30                   Alpine Hotel, Thredbo, NSW

Friday Aug 31                        Alpine Hotel, Thredbo, NSW

Weds Sept 5                         Manning Ent. Centre, Taree, NSW - with Toni Childs

Sunday Sept 9                      Bateau Bay Hotel, NSW – with The McClymonts

Fri Sept 28                              Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre NSW – with Joe Nichols

Sat Sept 29                            Deniliquin Ute Muster, Deniliquin, NSW

While We’re Young – Released August 24

morganevans.com.au

facebook.com/morganevanslive

twitter.com/morgan_evans

warnermusic.com.au

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For further information please contact your local Warner Music representative

Joe Nichols returns for 3 shows in September

Platinum selling US country star Joe Nichols will make his fourth visit to Australia this September to perform at the Deni Ute Muster on Saturday 29 and special concerts in Sydney on Wednesday 26 and Tamworth on Friday 28.

The CMA award winner, whose catalogue of hits includes Brokenheartsville and Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off, began his love affair with Oz in 2009, when he headlined CMC Rocks the Snowys. The love from fans, who've turned out in greater numbers on each subsequent visit, has been returned in kind by Nichols, who described Australia as 'what heaven's supposed to look like. Either that, or God's got a second home here'.

Joe will kick off his Australian trip with a performance at Sydney's Evan Theatre on Wednesday 26 September, followed by Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Convention Centre on Friday 28, his debut performance in the city.

Saturday 29 September will be his first time performing at the Deni Ute Muster, where he shares the bill with an impressive international lineup that includes Kelly Clarkson and The Living End.

Special guest for the Sydney show is Jasmine Rae, the ARIA nominee whose heartbreaking duet with Joe, I'll Try Anything, was a number one hit last year.

In Tamworth, Nichols will be joined by Morgan Evans, the Newcastle-based singer-songwriter whose debut EP Live Each Day was released earlier this year, with another set to drop in the coming months.

Tickets for these special performances are sure to be snapped up fast, so don't miss out.

JOE NICHOLS TOUR DATES

Wednesday 26 September
Evan Theatre, Sydney
https://www.proticket.com.au

Friday 28 September
Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Convention Centre
http://www.visittamworth.com/ticket_sales.html

Saturday 29 September
Deni Ute Muster
http://www.deniutemuster.com.au/