CARRIE UNDERWOOD SINGS NATION'S SONG AT SUPERBOWL

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CHESNEY'S INTERNET RADIO HEADS TO BEACH FOR PRE-SUPERBOWL PARTY...INCLUDES KRACKER LIVE

Kenny Chesney with  ramp up for the The Super Bowl live from Miami via his No Shoes Radio. Well-known love of the water, the man hard at work on his “Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3-D” film figured what better way to ramp up to the Super Bowl than to go live with No Shoes Radio from the Surfcomber in South Beach.

“I try to bring the fans into my music… into my life,” confesses the songwriter who wrote the hits “Beer In Mexico,” “I Go Back” and even Rascal Flatts' #1 “Take Me There” about what drives him. “The cool part about No Shoes Radio is it puts people right in the vibe of my life, what we're listening to… where we're going… what the moments might hold.” Several of the songs listed above and many more are on his Greatest Hits II album available now.

And from February 2-4, look for NSR to go live for a few hours a day from poolside at the legendary Surfcomber to bring the vibe that is the pre-party anticipation. Exact times are being worked out - and will be updated as they lockdown on www.noshoesradio.com, Twitter and Facebook -- but tentatively are 5-7pm  EST on Tuesday and 11 a.m.-2 am on Thursday and then starting at 8 pm on Wednesday and going live straight until Uncle Kracker takes the stage.

“Miami is strictly VIP, invitation only,” says Chesney. “But we're gonna take my friends - by way of No Shoes Radio - to hang out by way of No Shoes Radio. There'll be people stopping by… a party going on… and all of the post-long-day-in-the-sun vibe that is South Beach in full swing. I can't get you in, but that doesn't mean I can't bring you along.”

Also, with “Ain't Back Yet” hitting country radio Feb. 8, it won't be long until America gets its first taste of “Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3-D.”  The song about being bit by your great passion and what you give up in its pursuit is a story a lot of people will relate to.

REBA ADDS NEW ITEMS TO HER CLOTHING DYNASTY

Reba has added a new dimension to her clothing, shoes, luggage and housewares dynasty.  She recently unveiled a new line of fine gifts, called Studs & Stitches, that are sold as part of her Harmony for the Home collection, which is available at Dillard’s and on dillards.com.  Some of the items included in the new collection include silver picture frames, a silver pitcher, serving dishes and utensils.   You can browse the new collection here.
 
www.dillards.com/endeca/EndecaStartServlet?Ntt=Reba+Studs+%26+Stitches&Ntk=all&N=1000450+2010470&Nty=1
 
 

WORDS BLAKE SHELTON WOULD BAN FROM COUNTRY SONGS

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TIM AND FAITH RECEIVE COURAGE AWARD - TAYLOR PERFORM AT EIF DINNER

Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Taylor Swift and Julianne Hough were among the celebrity attendees at the Entertainment Industry Foundation's (EIF) Unforgettable Evening Wednesday (1/27) in Los Angeles. McGraw and Hill were presented with the organization's Courage Award for the efforts of their charitable organizations the Tug McGraw Foundation and Neighbor's Keeper. Swift performed "Fifteen," "Love Story" and "You Belong With Me" at the event. Tom Hanks, wife Rita Wilson, Steven Spielberg, Reese Witherspoon and Christina Applegate also appeared. The event benefited EIF's Women's Cancer Research Fund.

VINCE GILL RELEASES VALENTINE'S DAY COLLECTION

Just in time for Valentine’s Day Vince Gill has released his first-ever collection of love songs, pulled from his most popular albums from 1991 to 2006.  The 14-track compilation features songs such as “Whenever You Come Around,” “When Love Finds You” and “You and You Alone.”  Interestingly, Vince is said to be producing LeAnn Rimes’ next album, which will also be a collection of love songs.  Sources say, in February, LeAnn will begin recording country love songs that were initially hits for male artists, and the album will be released sometime later this year.

TALENT FOR SONY NASHVILLE CRS LUNCHEON

Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® has announced the talent lineup for the Sony Music Nashville luncheon at CRS 2010, to be held Feb. 24-26, 2010.

Thursday’s luncheon, held on Feb. 25 from 12:30 – 2:20 p.m in the CMA Performance Hall, will include performances from Alan Jackson and Danny Gokey, plus a special announcement from Brooks & Dunn.

“This is the 'iLunch',” laughs Sony Music Nashville VP Marketing and CRB Board member Tom Baldrica. “We have an Idol in Danny Gokey, an Icon in Alan Jackson, and the Intrigue of a special Brooks & Dunn announcement.  Sounds like the recipe for an unforgettable lunch!”

“Country Radio Broadcasters is extremely excited to announce such great talent at the Sony Music Nashville luncheon in our newly renovated CMA Performance Hall,” adds CRB President Becky Brenner.  “This update is just one of the numerous upgrades and special events that attendees will find memorable at CRS 2010 as we launch into a whole new decade!”

The $599 Regular Rate and $99 Unemployment Rate registrations for CRS 2010 expire Jan 31, 2010.  The full price On-Site Rate begins Feb. 1.

JOSH THOMPSON CELEBRATES HIS BIRTHDAY WITH TWO STANDING OVATIONS
 
Wisconsin native Josh Thompson returned home this past weekend, and celebrated his birthday with friends from WMIL Milwaukee at their “Class of 2010” concert.  Before he began his set, WMIL and the “moo crew” morning jocks surprised Thompson with a custom-made Pabst Blue Ribbon cake, while the sold-out crowd stood to sing him “Happy Birthday.”  “It was awesome to have our hometown hero in town to celebrate his birthday.  It was a great feeling seeing 500 people sing to Josh,” says Kerry Wolfe, Clear Channel Milwaukee Dir. of Programming.
 
Thompson played songs from the upcoming February 23 release of his debut album, Way Out Here, of which Thompson wrote or co-wrote every track including his Top 20 “Beer On The Table.”   Immediately following his set, the crowd stood once again – this time to give his performance a standing ovation.   The “kick ass performance had the crowd singing along to every word,” Wolfe adds. “I hope Josh comes home every January 23rd to celebrate with Milwaukee!”
Debut Album, Way Out Here, In Stores February 23.
 

WYNONNA, THE OAK RIDGE BOYS, LEE GREENWOOD, and RESTLESS HEART JOIN MICHAEL W. SMITH AND A COMMUNITY OF ARTISTS TO RECORD “COME TOGETHER NOW” TO BENEFIT HAITI RELIEF EFFORTS
 
Tuesday, at Belmont University’s Ocean Way Studios, multi-platinum, GRAMMY and Dove Award winning artist, gathered a who’s-who list from the music community to record “Come Together Now.”  The song, penned by Smith, David Mullen and Cindy Morgan – and produced by Bryan Lenox – was written to remind people of the need to help those in Haiti.
 
“The crisis in Haiti has left us all trying to figure out how we can help,” shares Smith. “We wanted to create something that the community could support, for the greater good of those in Haiti.  Everyone gave of their time: the studio was donated, the musicians donated their time and all proceeds from this song will go to designated charity/relief work through The American Red Cross and Samaritan’s Purse. It’s incredible to be part of something that is going to help so many people.”
 
In addition to lending their voices in song, several artists also recorded PSA’s for The American Red Cross and Samaritan’s Purse for use in upcoming months.
 
Contributing artists include: Aaron Shust, Alathea, Amber Hezlep, Anthony Moreino, Anthony Skinner, Ashley Cleveland, Austins Bridge, B. Reith, Brady Toops, Brandon Heath, Britt Nicole, Byron Chambers, Calvin Nowell, Charmaine, Chris McClarney, Chris Sligh, Chuck Girard, Dana Jorgensen, Darwin Hobbs, David Mullen, Don Poythress, Donovan Tea, Dorothy Savage, Duane Allen, Echoing Angels, Everlife, Francesca Battistelli, Greg Jennings, Hillary McBride, Jaime Jamgochian, Jared Anderson, Jasmine Sagginario, Jason Baird, Jason Dunn, Jimmie Allen, Jody Davis, John Ford Coley, John Schlitt, Joseph Martino, Julia Ross, Justin Rivers, Kate Lazar, Kate Schettler, The Katinas, Kevin Max, Kirk Sullivan, Lara Landon, Lanae Hale, Lannie Anderson, Lee Greenwood, Mandisa, Manic Drive, Margaret Becker, Mark Hall and Megan Garrett of Casting Crowns, Matt Dowley, Matthew West, Matt Maher, Melinda Doolittle, Meredith Andrews, Michael Cavallo, Michael Olson, Michael Tait, Michael Tash, MIKESCHAIR, Mike Weaver, Natalie Grant, Nicole C. Mullen, The Oak Ridge Boys, Paige Armstrong, Phil Stacey, Point of Grace, PureNRG, Rachael Lampa, Rachel B. James, Reco Hight, Restless Heart, Ruben Mundo, Russ Mohr, Sarah Ross, Sarah Sadler, Selah, Shannon Cochran, Shawn Cavallo, Stephanie Smith, Steven Curtis Chapman, Terrence James, TobyMac, Tommy Coomes, Travis Cottrell, Trey Heffinger, Wynonna, and Yellow Cavalier.  (Artist list subject to change.)
 
The song will be made available for sale soon, with all proceeds going to benefit relief efforts to Haiti. More details on the song’s release date are forthcoming.

AARON TIPPIN TO ON THE COUNTRY VIBE WITH CHUCK AND BECCA

Aaron Tippin hits The Stage on this week's The Country Vibe with Chuck and Becca. Tippin gets pumped up showing co-hosts Chuck Long and Becca Walls how his Aaron Tippin Lifestyle and Nutrition program can fit into anyone’s schedule.  Newcomer Sarah Darling drops by to spotlight this week's “Yearbook” segment.
 
The Country Vibe with Chuck and Becca airs in Nashville on WTVF-Nashville Newschannel 5+ (Comcast Digital Channel 250) at 11 p.m. CST. It can be seen on national television networks including AMG-TV, BlueHighways-TV, Untamed Sports-TV and CoLours-TV, reaching 45 million households.