July 22, 2011
Oh Brother
It has been a decade since one of the most unlikely successes in music history was released. O Brother, Where Art Thou? is one of the 10 top-selling soundtracks of all time (according to the RIAA), the No. 1-selling soundtrack and the 17th biggest album of the 21st Century, with more than nine million albums sold. On August 16, Universal will celebrate this 10th Anniversary with an expanded two-CD set, O Brother, Where Art Thou? – Deluxe Edition, with legendary original producer T Bone Burnett personally involved in all aspects of this release.
The album that rocketed bluegrass, roots and even Americana music from the 20th Century into the new millennium features a 17-track bonus disc. Thirteen of these newly-released songs were recorded during original sessions for the film, and all except “Cow Road” went unheard on-screen. This release marks the first time these tracks have been made available in any format.
The album that rocketed bluegrass, roots and even Americana music from the 20th Century into the new millennium features a 17-track bonus disc. Thirteen of these newly-released songs were recorded during original sessions for the film, and all except “Cow Road” went unheard on-screen. This release marks the first time these tracks have been made available in any format.
Canadian Fan Choice nominees announced
The Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA®) have announced the nominees for the 2011 Fans' Choice Award. Celebrated as some of Canada's most talented country performers, the artists competing for this year's Fans' Choice title are Dean Brody, George Canyon, Terri Clark, Doc Walker and Johnny Reid.
Until September 9, country music fans can vote online at www.ccma.org for their favourite Canadian Country Star. The winner will be announced during the Canadian Country Music Awards® broadcast live on CBC from Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, ON on September 12, 2011.
Until September 9, country music fans can vote online at www.ccma.org for their favourite Canadian Country Star. The winner will be announced during the Canadian Country Music Awards® broadcast live on CBC from Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, ON on September 12, 2011.
July 16, 2011
Bill Anderson's Opry Anniversary
Whisperin’ Bill Anderson is celebrating his 50th year as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. There will be a celebration on Saturday, July 16, at the Opry House where 400 members of his fan club will be coming in from all over the country to celebrate with him. There will be a private dinner and show on Friday night, then a meet-and-greet on Saturday where the fans will have a chance to speak with the country legend. Saturday night will be the official 50th anniversary celebration at the Opry House, where there will be a reception for Bill backstage.
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