Hungry For Music In The Running For $250k Charity Grant - Broad Help Needed - Cities Impacted: Austin, Nola, Memphis, Los Angeles, Seattle, New York, Boston, Chicago

A Hot Nashville Summer in the Coolest Place - Endless New Summer Entertainment at Gaylord OprylandPlus Kids Eat and Stay Free All Summer Long Nashville, Tenn. (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 19, 2009 -- It will be a hot Tennessee summer in the coolest place in the South with the endless new summer entertainment at Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn.

AristoWorks Quietly Makes New Noise on New Media SceneSince 2005, new media marketing company AristoWorks has quietly grown into one of Music Row's best-kept secrets for clients looking to create or expand their existing online presence. Nashville, TN May 17, 2009 -- Since 2005, new media marketing company AristoWorks has quietly grown into one of Music Row's best-kept secrets for clients looking to create or expand their existing online presence.

IADT Digital Audio Production Team Wins Award at AES Nashville Spring MixerFirst-time win for School Marks Significant Achievement Nashville, TN (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 14, 2009 -- The annual Nashville Audio Engineering Society (AES) Spring Mixer competition was won by three Digital Audio Production program graduates of International Academy of Design & Technology (IADT). Dayan Raily, Josh Spencer and Scotty Baker were in the final term of their studies at IADT when they were chosen by the faculty to represent the school at the event.

The Country Gospel Music Association Presents CANADIAN CONVENTION & AWARDS SHOWThe world's largest Country Gospel Music Association has chosen High River, Alberta for its 2009 annual Canadian Convention from June 1-6, 2009. High River, AB May 9, 2009 -- CGMA is a ministry-oriented organization, networking Country Gospel musicians and singers from around the world. Conventions are held throughout the year on a Divisional Level, then internationally the third week of October, in Branson, Missouri, USA.

Despite Economy, Data Shows Video Viable, in High Demand Among ConsumersDespite Economy, Data Shows Video Viable, in High Demand Among Consumers Nashville, TN May 8, 2009 -- AristoVideo and AristoVision, the two video promotion branches of Nashville-based marketing and promotion firm The AristoMedia Group, have released their 2009 Video Outlet Status Reports for the Country and Christian music formats. Both reports offer a detailed look into available national, regional, syndicated and pool/closed-circuit video outlet opportunities.

Bluegrass Icon Releases 5-CD Career Spanning Box Set May 12, 2009Celebrating 50 Years of Del McCoury is a fearless and festive journey across life and career. ELVIS COSTELLO: "Del gives hope to everybody…To keep the purity that you need to do this kind of music, and the drive and energy, that takes a special kind of guy." Nashville, TN May 5, 2009 -- Imagine if Bob Dylan holed up in a studio for a few weeks with a red-hot band to record a 5-CD retrospective of his career.

Epiphone Answers Consumers Quest for the Ultimate Guitar PackageExclusive offer gives fans opportunity to purchase an Epiphone Guitar and receive free Guitar Rig Mobile™. (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 1, 2009 -- For over 135 years, Epiphone instruments have provided musicians worldwide with the best in quality, design, performance and value. In today's challenging economy, that combination is as important as ever before.

Country Music Artist Laura Bryna Joins with Southern Beauty Magazine in Nationwide Search for American 'Hometown Heroes'Winners Will Receive Trip to L.A. this August for Concert Event at House of Blues Honoring Special Women of the Air Guard and Southern Beauty magazine. Laura Bryna's single, 'Hometown Heroes', was adopted by the Air Guard as its national campaign song. She'll perform at the event.

Kenny Chesney Chooses Mozes to Provide Mobile Interaction for Fans Throughout His Stadium-Studded Summer TourMozes to power mobile text-to-win sweepstakes in venue and mobile fan club communication throughout Chesney's Stadium-filled Tour Palo Alto, CA April 27, 2009 -- Kenny Chesney, the Biggest Ticket Seller of 2008, wants to create something bigger and better on tour in 2009. Kenny Chesney has chosen Mozes® (www.

Best Music Website Trends Detailed in New Report from the Web Marketing AssociationUpdated Web Marketing Association Internet Standards Assessment Report Includes Historical Data Derived from a Decade of Hosting Premier Internet Award Competition, WebAwards, Provides Best Practices for Music Web Design West Simsbury, CT March 31, 2009 -- WebAward.

Hohner and Flaco Jimenez Announce New Signature AccordionHohner, Inc., is proud to announce the new Flaco Jimenez Signature Accordion, celebrating the lifetime achievement and legacy of accordion legend Flaco Jimenez. Five-time Grammy Award winning Flaco Jimenez has played Hohner accordions on more than 100 albums, spanning over five decades. Hohner wishes to honor this special relationship and inspire players all over the world with this signature accordion dedicated to Flaco's rich musical heritage.

Ricky Schroder to Direct Debut TelluRide Video for "Pencil Marks" Rising country music stars continue success with their first single. Nashville, TN April 24, 2009 -- American Roots Records Group TelluRide, whose debut single, "Pencil Marks," is quickly gaining traction at radio stations across the country, will head to Los Angeles this week to have their first music video produced and directed by television and movie icon Ricky Schroder.

Epiphone Announces the Limited Edition "Roy Orbison" signature "Oh Pretty Woman" 12 string Acoustic GuitarBased on Roy's Original 1962 Epiphone "Bard" 12-string (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 22, 2009 -- The Epiphone Guitar Company of Nashville, Tennessee announces the release of the new limited edition "Oh, Pretty Woman" 12-string acoustic guitar. Produced in cooperation with the legendary singer/songwriter Roy Orbison's estate, this signature guitar is based upon Roy's own 1962 Epiphone "Bard" 12-string acoustic guitar.

Boston to Host Redford Family's 6th Annual 'Share the Beat' Benefit ConcertFilmmaker James Redford and country music star Phil Vassar will join John Williams and the Boston Pops at Boston's Symphony Hall next month for "Share the Beat," an evening of inspirational music and storytelling to benefit organ donation awareness and transplant research. Boston, Mass.

Save the Redneck Gives Voice to Rednecks, Aims at Educating and Changing Cultural Perceptions New grassroots movement celebrates the positives of Redneck culture while addressing social issues We are not blind to the issues, and we refuse to be stereotyped by themWe are proud of our culture and do not want to see it stereotyped or attacked. We are striving to bring awareness to, and change, this unacceptable behaviorOur aim is to set the record straight and celebrate everything positive about being a redneck.

Rick Hendrix to Write Life StoryPromoter Rick Hendrix is to write his memoirs - after previously saying he would never complete an autobiography. Nashville, TN April 8, 2009 -- He will tell his life story from humble beginnings to helping seat the first black President Barack Obama. Writer and biographer Evie Hawkins confirmed on Sunday that Rick Hendrix had decided to go ahead with the book, which will be published this Christmas season.

Legends & Lyrics Premieres April 2009 on PBS Stations NationwideLegendary Artists and Singer-Songwriters Perform, Discuss the Artistry of Their Craft In Unique Music Series airing on Public Television Stations Nashville, TN April 7, 2009 -- Legends and Lyrics, a new dynamic Public Television show spotlighting famous Artist/Songwriters alongside the not as well-known professional song poets behind the hit tunes, starts airing weekly this spring (in April and May-check local listings).

Ladies of Country Music Magazine Premieres The New Publication, Ladies of Country Music Magazine, Features the Best in Independent Female Country Music Artists, Set to Debut on May 1, 2009. Jackson, Miss. April 3, 2009 -- Ladies of Country Music Magazine is proud to announce its debut issue, due out May 1, 2009. The new publication is set to take a fresh approach at bringing country music fans into the world of independent female country music singers, musicians and songwriters. Subscriptions and bonus information is available at www.

Americana Mama Tori Sparks Releases Concept Album: "The Scorpion in the Story" "Scorpion" is a collection of true stories written by while trekking across the U.S. Featuring celebrity musical guests, this is Tori's third record. Preorders available April 1st. Nashville, TN March 31, 2009 -- Nashville's Tori Sparks releases her third album, The Scorpion in the Story, on Glass Mountain Records. A tale in thirteen chapters, The Scorpion in the Story is a concept album, a collection of true vignettes from the road.

French Lick Resort Launches $10,000 Country Band ChallengeMidwest destination to host talent contest throughout May & June; entries can be uploaded to YouTube French Lick, IN -- The next big country music band just may have French Lick Resort to thank in their GRAMMY® acceptance speech. The Midwest destination is putting out the call for groups to enter the $10,000 Country Band Challenge. This month-long battle of the bands will give country acts the chance to compete for the $10,000 cash prize.