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Date of Death: January 01, 1953 (29)

Birth Place: Georgiana, AL, USA

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Sony/ATV Signs Acts Including Lady Gaga and Sting for Neighboring Rights
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 7, 2016


Sony/ATV Music Publishing has further expanded its Neighbouring Rights roster with the addition of Lady Gaga, Sting and a number of other artists.

Gary Rossington of Lynyrd Skynyrd & His Wife to Release TAKE IT ON FAITH
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2016


Rossington - Gary Rossington, the legendary founding member and guitarist of Lynyrd Skynyrd along with his wife, Dale Krantz-Rossington, whom many call The First Lady of Southern Rock, release the heartfelt, soul-grabbing, bluesy new album Take It On Faith, November 4, 2016 on Loud & Proud Records. 

Josh Groban, Tony Bennett & More Set for NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER, 11/30
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 3, 2016


NBC celebrates the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree with CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER on Wednesday, Nov. 30 (8-9 p.m. ET).

Don't Tell Mama Announces BROADWAY 'BOOZY' BRUNCH November Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2016


Restaurant Row's beloved piano bar, Don't Tell Mama, has announced Broadway 'Boozy' Brunch's special guest line up for November!

Billboard Exclusively Streaming Rossington 'Take It On Faith'; Album Out Tomorrow
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 3, 2016


Rossington - Gary Rossington, the legendary founding member and guitarist of Lynyrd Skynyrd along with Dale Krantz-Rossington (also his wife), whom many call The First Lady of Southern Rock, release an album 10 years in the making with Take It On Faith

Peoria Center for the Performing Arts Welcomes the Greg Warner Trio
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2016


Peoria Center for the Performing Arts welcomes the Greg Warner Trio featuring the vocal stylings of Dennis Rowland and Diana Lee on Wednesday, November 16 at 7:30pm. This award-winning group will wow you with their jazz, pop and funk. Don't miss the return of Dennis and some of the best jazz artists in the Valley. Greg Warner will be joined by Mike King on Bass and Dave Baradic on Piano.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Comes to Sierra Rep This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2016


Sierra Repertory Theatre presents a stage adaptation of the nostalgic holiday film, 'A Christmas Story,' November 11 - December 18 at the East Sonora Theatre on Mono Way.

Country Music Truck Arrives at Mecum Auction in Dallas
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2016


Child Safety Network ("CSN"), a leader in the safety and protection of American children for over 27 years, announced today that it has selected Mecum Auctions, Inc. to sell the famous Country Music Truck, autographed by over 100 Country Stars, on Saturday, November 5, at Mecum Dallas 2016 to take place at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.

Blue Moon Mexican Café Englewood Presents Tri-State Area Most Popular Country Music Cover Band NashEast
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2016


Blue Moon Cafe Entertainment presents NashEast - one of the best country music cover bands from the tri-state area bringing "Nashville" to North Jersey Friday, November 4th at 9:30pm at Blue Moon Mexican Cafe in Englewood, NJ. Get your cowboy hats or sombreros on and come hang out at Blue Moon Mexican Cafe's newest location with plenty of room to dance, hand clap and sing-along country music's classic hits past and present. NashEast from Union, NJ perform cover songs from artists such as Merle Haggard, George Strait, Emmylou Harris, Blake Shelton, Alan Jackson, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Martina McBride, Toby Keith and so much more. 

Artists from Across the U.S. and Around the World Tapped for UNDER THE RADAR 2017
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2016


The Public Theater has announced the exciting international line-up for the 13th annual UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL, running January 4-15, 2017.

Sony/ATV Signs ABC Songwriter Martin Fry
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2016


Sony/ATV Music Publishing has signed a worldwide deal with ABC songwriter and lead vocalist Martin Fry to represent the iconic British band's extensive back catalogue and their 2016 Top 10 album.

Dan Layus's Debut Solo Album DANGEROUS THINGS Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2016


Dangerous Things, the debut solo album from Dan Layus, is available now via Plated Records. The new music is receiving critical acclaim with Rolling Stonehailing Layus as '...one of Americana's most articulate newcomers,' while The Boot praises the album's 'from-the-heart lyrics with minimalist production' and The Alternate Root furthers it 'drifts a dreamy Americana on a western breeze.' He also recently performed a feature session for Daytrotter.

Infinity Theatre Company Presents Its First Ever Holiday Cabaret Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2016


Fresh after producing last summer's smash hit productions of ALMOST HEAVEN and MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, Infinity Theatre Company will return to Annapolis with their first ever holiday cabaret.  

Depot to Host Alabama Community Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2016


The stage lights will illuminate state wide talent on the Wetumpka Depot stage October 29-30 during the Alabama Conference of Theatre's ACTfest.  Alabama's community theatre festival is an exciting three day event showcasing community theatres from Alabama.   The unique event is a celebration of how community theatres positively impact their respective communities.

Audience Network to Present Concert Special AUBRIE SELLERS: LIVE FROM AUSTIN Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 7, 2016


Tune in to the AUDIENCE Network concert special 'Aubrie Sellers: Live From Austin' airing Friday, October 7 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT (DIRECTV Ch 239/U-verse Ch 1114).

'20 of Hank Williams' Greatest Hits' Now Available Back On Vinyl Via Mercury Nashville/UMe
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 7, 2016


It's impossible to overstate the power of Hank Williams' impact on country music, from the DNA imprint of his deeply personal songs to the children and grandchildren who've taken his rebellious spirit to heart and continued the family tradition.

AT&T Audience Network to Broadcast Garth Brooks Exclusive Concert Event at Yankee Stadium
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 7, 2016


AT&T's AUDIENCE Network will present the exclusive concert event 'GARTH BROOKS/YANKEE STADIUM/LIVE.' Filmed in 4K this past summer, the spectacular concert event will broadcast nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 10, at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT across all AT&T platforms.

AMERICAN MADE TOUR with Lee Brice & Justin Moore Goes On Sale
by Liz Cearns - Oct 3, 2016


Lee Brice and Justin Moore, two of country music's most dynamic performers, will ring in 2017 with their co-headlined "American Made" tour rolling into Atlanta, GA at the Fox Theatre. William Michael Morgan rounds out the show on Saturday, January 21st . Tickets go on-sale Friday, October 14th and are available at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office, by phone at 855-285-8499, and online at www.FoxTheatre.org.

Penobscot Theatre Company Celebrates The Music of George Jones
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2016


Penobscot Theatre Company is proud to present The Grand Tour: A Celebration of the Music of George Jones, for two performances only, October 1 at 7:30 pm and October 2 at 3 pm. The show takes audiences on a retrospective journey through the Ol' Possum's career, from the early Hank Williams-influenced Honky Tonk recordings up through Jones's 'countrypolitan' era, including his chart-topping collaborations with fellow country music royalty. Songs include such favorites as 'White Lightning,' 'The Race is On,' 'Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes?' 'Love Bug,' 'She Thinks I Still Care,' and 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.'

BWW Review: How Do You Become a Producer? The Producers of the North American Premiere of THE WAR OF THE ROSES Explain
by Charles Shubow - Sep 27, 2016


Jay and Cindy Gutterman bring a new comedy to the Wilmington Theatre Company in Wilmington, DE.

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