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Country All-Star Lineup Announced for 32nd Annual Downtown Hoedown
by Sarah Bellet - Mar 10, 2014


This morning, the highly anticipated artist lineup for the 32nd annual 99.5 WYCD Downtown Hoedown, presented by Ram Trucks, Coca Cola and Coors Light, was officially announced on The Dr. Don Morning Show with Rachael and Grunwald.

23rd Fabulous Season Will Be THE LAST HURRAH! for the Iconic Palm Springs Follies, Beginning Today
by David Green - Nov 1, 2013


The Fabulous Palms Springs Follies will bring the curtain down on a starried 23 year history in Palm Springs with the final edition of the much ballyhooed song and dance production- this final season, appropriately entitled 'The Last Hurrah!! - opening today, November 1, 2013 with final performances in May, 2014.

23rd Fabulous Season Will Be THE LAST HURRAH! for the Iconic Palm Springs Follies, Beginning 11/1
by David Green - Oct 9, 2013


The Fabulous Palms Springs Follies will bring the curtain down on a starried 23 year history in Palm Springs with the final edition of the much ballyhooed song and dance production- this final season, appropriately entitled "The Last Hurrah!! - opening on November 1, 2013 with final performances in May, 2014. "The Last Hurrah" opens with sensational guest star Susan who presents her very special tribute to the holiday season with songs both traditional and contemporary. From "Boogie Woogie Santa Claus" to such classics as "Count Your Blessings" and "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas," Anton makes her third Follies appearance a last hurrah to remember!

Country Stars Release Statements on Passing of George Jones
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 26, 2013


Today, upon learning of the passing of George Jones, the following country music stars released statements expressing their love and adoration for the 'Possum.'

Victor Garber and Kelli O'Hara Host 2013 OUR TIME Benefit Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2013


Tonight, April 22nd, Our Time - a non-profit organization that has been helping children who stutter for over a decade - will hold its 11th Annual Benefit Gala, Worth the Wait, celebrating the bravery and achievements of young people who stutter as well as those who inspire their success.

Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton Among Off-Camera Winners For 48th Annual ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 22, 2013


Today, the Academy of Country Music is announcing the winners of awards that will not be televised during the 48 th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, due to time constraints.

Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton Among Off-Camera Winners For 48th Annual ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 22, 2013


Today, the Academy of Country Music is announcing the winners of awards that will not be televised during the 48 th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, due to time constraints.

Jimmy Sturr Returns with His Orchestra to The Colonial Theatre, 4/7
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 11, 2013


18-time Grammy winner, Polka King, Jimmy Sturr, will perform live at The Colonial Theatre with his orchestra on April 7 at 2pm.

99.5 WYCD Downtown Hoedown Reveals 2013 Lineup
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 6, 2013


This morning, the highly anticipated artist lineup for the 31st annual 99.5 WYCD Downtown Hoedown, presented by Ram Trucks, Coors Light and Coca Cola, was officially announced on The All New Dr. Don Morning Show featuring some of country's greatest superstars including Jake Owen, Uncle Kracker, Joe Nichols and Craig Morgan. The weekend-long event will once again turn the expansive grounds surrounding Comerica Park into county music central from Friday, May 31 through Sunday, June 2. Last year's 30th anniversary event marked a tremendous milestone for Detroit's original country music must-see summer event with its debut move to Comerica Park.

Victor Garber and Kelli O'Hara to Host OUR TIME Gala, 4/22
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 5, 2013


Our Time - a non-profit organization that has been helping children who stutter for over a decade - will hold its 11th Annual Benefit Gala, Worth the Wait, celebrating the bravery and achievements of young people who stutter as well as those who inspire their success. This event comes just one year after the organization honored Offensive Lineman Matt Slauson of the New York Jets, and two years after honoring David Seidler, the Academy Award-winning writer of The King's Speech, whose film changed the landscape for people who stutter around the world. The event has become an annual favorite for a number of celebrities, philanthropists, artists, and social advocates including former NEA Chair and award-winning actress Jane Alexander who has said: 'The word has gotten out that this is the best show in town. I go to a lot of galas, but this is the one I always want to go to, bar none.'

Our Time Honors Mel Tillis, 4/22
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 27, 2013


On April 22nd, Our Time - a non-profit organization that has been helping children who stutter for over a decade - will hold its 11th Annual Benefit Gala, Worth the Wait, celebrating the bravery and achievements of young people who stutter as well as those who inspire their success.

Victor Garber & Kelli O'Hara to Host 2013 OUR TIME Benefit Gala, 4/22
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2013


On April 22nd, Our Time - a non-profit organization that has been helping children who stutter for over a decade - will hold its 11th Annual Benefit Gala, Worth the Wait, celebrating the bravery and achievements of young people who stutter as well as those who inspire their success. This event comes just one year after the organization honored Offensive Lineman Matt Slauson of the New York Jets, and two years after honoring David Seidler, the Academy Award-winning writer of The King's Speech, whose film changed the landscape for people who stutter around the world. The event has become an annual favorite for a number of celebrities, philanthropists, artists, and social advocates including former NEA Chair and award-winning actress Jane Alexander who has said: "The word has gotten out that this is the best show in town. I go to a lot of galas, but this is the one I always want to go to, bar none."

Jetset Getset to Perform at Tootsie's, 3/1
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 20, 2013


When radio station representatives, record executives, and performers gather in Nashville for the Country Radio Seminar (CRS) February 27 - March 1, among many up-and-coming musical groups vying for attention will be Jetset Getset. The teen band, recently named by the Country Music Association on the list of 'Who New to Watch in 2013,' will perform at the historic Tootsie's Orchid Lounge on Friday, March 1, from noon until 2:00 p.m.

'An Evening With…Chris Robinson: Brotherhood' Comes to the Fox Theatre Tonight, 9/15
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2012


Z2 Entertainment presents An Evening With…Chris Robinson: Brotherhood at the Fox Theatre tonight, September 15th. Tickets are $12.00 in advance and $14.00 day of show.

'An Evening With…Chris Robinson: Brotherhood' Comes to the Fox Theatre, 9/15
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 17, 2012


Z2 Entertainment will present An Evening With…Chris Robinson: Brotherhood at the Fox Theatre on Saturday, September 15th. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 20th for $12.00 in advance and $14.00 day of show.

The Chris Robinson Brotherhood to Play the Colonial, 6/26
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 7, 2012


The Chris Robinson Brotherhood will perform Tuesday, June 26 at 7:30 pm at The Colonial Theatre with openers Sarah Lee and Johnny.

99.5 WYCD Downtown Hoedown Presents 30th Anniversary Concert, 6/8-10 - Detroit
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2012


A new concert experience awaits Detroit's country music fans at the 30th annual 99.5 WYCD Downtown Hoedown, presented by Ram Truck Brand, Arby's and Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. 99.5 WYCD officially announced this year's lineup, led by four-time, 2011 ACM winner, Miranda Lambert, this morning on The All New Dr. Don Morning Show and simultaneously on www.wycd.com. The weekend-long event will move to a new location for the first time in 30 years, the secure, expansive grounds surrounding Comerica Park, and will be held tonight, June 8 through June 10, 2012.

Kenny Chesney Among Winners of 47th ANNUAL ACM Awards
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 21, 2012


Today the Academy of Country Music is announcing the winners of awards that will not be televised during the live telecast of the 47th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, telecast LIVE from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 1, 2012 at 8:00 PM live ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network, due to time constraints.

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