storytelling lyrics and a massive, 14-piece string section. The song captures a romance which burns hot but is destined to change with the seasons – all as emotions swirl with makethis-moment-last passion. Written on retreat in Montana with frequent collaborators Ashley Gorley, Jesse Frasure, Sean Douglas and his father Rhett Akins and produced by Dann Huff and Jesse Frasure, the song was created amid Thomas Rhett’s euphoric return to touring. Music, tour updates and more at ThomasRhett.com
A native of Warner Robins, Georgia, Denning has accelerated his ascent from a chart-topping single, releasing his debut EP Beer’s Better Cold that debuted in the Top 20 of Billboard’s Country Albums chart. Denning first made waves with the release of his Top 40 debut single “David Ashley Parker From Powder Springs.” More info at travisdenning.com.
SINGER-SONGWRITER NEWS: CMA, ACM and Grammy Nominee, Bobby Tomberlin, recently signed an extension to his songwriting contract with CURB Word Music. Tomberlin is entering his 27th year with the company, with over 100 songs recorded and the co-writer of the recent Willie Nelson/Barbra Streisand single, “I’d Want It To Be You”.
ROAD NEWS: Country music legend Lee Greenwood is sprinting towards the finish line of 2021, to put a wrap on what has shaped up as one of the highest-profile years of his career. Ahead in 2022 will be the January launch of his ‘40 Years of Hits Tour,’ which will find the multi-awarded country icon crisscrossing America to hit 40-plus concert dates already confirmed for the year, with more being added. The tour is being sponsored by ABC Supply Company, Inc. “This announcement is only the beginning of what is shaping up to be a record year for us,” says Greenwood. “I have not done such a major tour in many years, normally it is one or two in a row and back home. This tour is going to have me performing at places from small to large, fair to festival, and everything in between.” This year marked Greenwood’s official ‘40 Years of Hits’ celebration, recognizing his amazing presence as an artist, musician, songwriter, philanthropist, and consummate entertainer since his emergence on the national charts in the ’80s. Tour updates and more at leegreenwood.com.
SINGLE NEWS: Mercury Nashville Recording artist Travis Denning celebrated a new milestone, with the news that his first-ever No. One hit single “After A Few” has officially been certified Platinum by the RIAA, with over One Million units of the song being consumed since its release. Denning was surprised by his team at Universal Music Group, Red Light Management and the RIAA following a performance at Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Denning co-wrote “After A Few” with Kelly Archer and Justin Weaver. “I’m blown away,” shared Denning. “This moment really only happens because of the team effort. My label, management, agent, radio, band and crew are all equally responsible for this milestone. Never would’ve dreamed I’d have a platinum song!”
Artists who have recorded songs written by the accomplished song smith include Blake Shelton, Dolly Parton, Faith Hill, Kenny Rogers, Josh Turner, Dylan Scott, Rodney Atkins, Joe Nichols and the Oak Ridge Boys. BMI recently presented Tomberlin a Five Million Airplay Award for his song, “One More Day”, recorded by Diamond Rio and a One Million Airplay Award for “A Good Day To Run”, recorded by Darryl Worley. More at bobbytomberlinmusic.com.
TRIO NEWS: The Cadillac Three keep it funky with their bold live show and genre-fusion tracks rooted in Country storytelling, Rock grooves and psychedelic jams they grew up on in Nashville. As they wrap a headline run in the UK and Ireland in December, the long-haired dudes have announced their Hillbilly Hypnotized Tour. Dates kick off January 28, 2022, at Joe’s in Rosemont, IL with stops in more than 20 different cities. Tickets now on sale via thecadillacthree.com. “We will be hitting all our favorite cities and clubs, as well as some we’ve never played before, and can’t wait to see y’all there! It’s exciting to be on the road in 2022 with the Hillbilly Hypnotized Tour!” shared TC3 frontman Jaren Johnston. TC3 have officially marked a decade as a band. They have come a long way since their high school days of playing music in various arrangements, but the passion is only more amplified. Continuing to find different ways to connect with audiences the trio recently chatted with fans as they released their official video for “Devil’s Lettuce.”
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