Kenny Chesney Heads Back Into The Studio

March 13th, 2010

Even though he’s taking a break from full-scale touring, it seems that Kenny Chesney is still staying plenty busy. Between taping a CMT Crossroads with Steve Miller, prepping his upcoming 3D movie, and a recent performance at the Houston Rodeo, fans are still getting their fill of the superstar entertainer. Next up on Kenny’s schedule: new music! He recently hit the studio to continue working on his latest project.

“It felt so good to be back in the studio,” says Chesney. “I mean, being in the studio is always such an awesome experience… because I came to town to write songs and maybe get to sing’em. But when you’re in the studio and you’re bringing them to life, creating the way they’re going to be heard, that’s just such a creative time – and I am blessed to work some of the very best musicians in not just Nashville, but honestly the world.”

Kenny’s latest task has been picking the songs to include on his new album. “There are so many great songs out there, it’s hard to decide what you want to do… cause you know you’re leaving some amazing stuff on the table… The biggest challenge is trying to decide which songs take you new places without losing sight of where you’ve been, to find those moments that say something about who you are – and how your fans are living life. I’m lucky, because not only do I write all the time, but people pitch me songs all the time, too. I get the best of all worlds, and I’m spoiled in the music that I get to hear,” says Chesney.

It’s been a while since Kenny’s last studio release, but he promises fans, the new album will be worth the wait. “The thing about my schedule,” Chesney says. “I mean, it’s been a while since the fans had new music they can put their hands on. This was the best way to get them something fresh while taking our time and enjoying making this record. If they like it half as much as we have so far, I know this next record is something they’re gonna really love.”

There’s been no official release date set for the new project, but fans can expect the album sometime this fall.

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Quote Of The Day

March 13th, 2010

“It’s almost like we’ve captured a whole chapter,” Kenny Chesney says of Kenny Chesney: Summer In 3D, “and we’ll have it forever. Whether it makes five dollars or $5 million, it’s something I’ll show my kids one day and go, ‘Your dad had it goin’ on at some point.’”

Click HERE to read more on Zap2It.

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Jason Aldean, Lady Antebellum Join Brooks & Dunn Tribute

March 12th, 2010

Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, George Strait, Sugarland, and non-country singer Jennifer Hudson have been added to the bill of the upcoming CBS tribute concert Brooks & Dunn: The Last Rodeo.

Previously announced performers for the event include Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts, Reba McEntire and Keith Urban.

Brooks & Dunn: The Last Rodeo will be taped next month in Las Vegas after the ACM Awards and will air on May 23.

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Photo Of The Day

March 12th, 2010

CMT Radio Live’s Cody Alan spent time with Kenny Chesney on his bus last week discussing his CMT Crossroads taping with Steve Miller Band. You can listen to their interview HERE.

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Kenny Chesney Heading Home To Show Movie, Raise Money For Children’s Charity

March 11th, 2010

Kenny Chesney will head back to his hometown area of Knoxville, TN next month for a screening of his new movie, Kenny Chesney: Summer In 3D, that will directly benefit the children’s charity Variety of East Tennessee. Tickets to the event cost $25 and attendees will be treated to a showing of the film, a catered reception, an introduction to the film by Chesney, as well as an appearance by Chesney on the orange carpet.

The official premiere for Kenny Chesney: Summer In 3D will take place in Las Vegas… the date is TBA.

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Kenny Chesney: Summer In 3D Tickets On Sale Now

March 6th, 2010

Tickets at select theaters are on sale now for Kenny Chesney: Summer In 3D that premieres next month. Click HERE to see if the movie will be playing in your area, but please note that new cities are constantly being added so this is not a complete listing. The movie will be in theaters for a limited run and tickets are expected to sell-out very quickly, so get your tickets early!

In case you missed it, here’s trailer for you to get a sneak peek of what you’ll see in the upcoming film…

Kenny Chesney: Summer In 3D will be in theaters from April 21 – May 2.

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More Stars Added To CMA Music Festival

March 4th, 2010

Billy Currington, Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw and Kellie Pickler are the latest artists to be confirmed for the annual CMA Music Festival in Nashville. This year’s festival will take place June 10 – 13 in Music City.

Tim’s last appearance at the festival was in 2001 when he was a surprise special guest during Kenny Chesney’s set during the nightly show. Prior to that, Tim’s last announced performance was in 2000 when the festival was still known as Fan Fair. The CMA is proud to welcome Tim back as part of the festival this year. “We are thrilled to welcome Tim back to CMA Music Festival in 2010,” said Steve Moore, CMA Board Chairman. “Our event established its tradition of hosting the superstars of our format at its inception in 1972 with artists such as Waylon Jennings, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, and Tammy Wynette. Take a glance at this year’s performer list and you’ll see we’re living up to that tradition.”

Jackson has perhaps been the most supportive superstar of the festival over the years, making 15 appearances at the event since his debut there in 1990. “We appreciate the tremendous support that Alan has always shown to CMA Music Festival and the fans,” said Moore.

The artists participate for free, and in appreciation, CMA donates half the net proceeds of the Festival to support music education in Metro Nashville Public Schools through the Keep the Music Playing program. To date, $3.3 million has been donated to purchase musical instruments and supplies, providing thousands of Metro Nashville Public Schools students with the resources and opportunities they could not have afforded on their own, and giving many of them a strong reason to remain in school.

For the most up-to-date info on the festival, visit the official website.

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One Show Not Enough For Chesney, Miller In Nashville Tuesday

March 3rd, 2010

(Kenny Chesney in the famed back alley behind the Ryman after Tuesday’s CMT “Crossroads” taping)

Last night we had the honor of attending CMT’s “Crossroads” taping featuring Kenny Chesney and the Steve Miller Band in Nashville. The evening was a fantasic showcase of great music and we’re glad to have witnessed it.

The taping took place at the mother church of country music, the Ryman Auditorium. Prior to the show’s taping, during an introduction by CMT, it was noted that this is the first ever “Crossroads” taping at the Ryman. CMT felt honored to be taping their show at the historic venue, and equally proud to have Kenny Chesney and Steve Miller as the two musical acts to grace the stage for their show. They stated that if they were going to tape a “Crossroads” at the Ryman that it had to be special… and it was!

As is customary for the “Crossroads” show, the superstars each sang some of their own hits and also joined each other to duet on others. They also did a fantastic job of showcasing the amazing talent they both have in their bands. You’ll have to tune in to the special to see this once-in-a-lifetime performance… the show will be one you don’t want to miss!

As the taping was coming to a close, the two made note that they weren’t quite ready to stop playing live music just yet. Kenny invited the crowd to “call your boss and tell him you’re going to be late tomorrow!” and to head over to the famed Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge for an encore performance.

Many fans made their way across the back alley from the Ryman and into the back door entrance of Tootsie’s where Kenny and Steve treated the crowd to a fun extension of the night of great music. Squeezed on the tiny, legendary stage by the front door of Tootsie’s, the two sang hit after hit, even making up some lyrics as they went along.

“If you’re at the Ryman… and you want to do it the way the old Opry stars did, everybody knows it was out the back door of the Ryman, cross the ally and sneak in the back door of Tootsies. Kristofferson drank there, and Willie. Hank Williams, Patsy Cline. If I was gonna show my friend what this experience was all about – especially after a night as great as our ‘Crossroads’ taping had been… then we had to do Tootsies!” said Kenny.

The jam-packed crowd at Tootsie’s was treated to the surprise performance until the early hours of this morning, leaving fans honored to witness such a great showcase of live music.

Here at CountryMusicIsLove, we’re very proud to have witnessed such an amazing night in Nashville. We have been to concerts all over the country, in venues ranging from small bars to huge stadiums, and to see great music from two legendary performers in such famed locations as the Ryman and Tootsie’s was a privelage.

Kudos to CMT for such a great “Crossroads’ taping and to Kenny & Steve for sharing a magical night of music with the fans.

Click HERE to view more photos from Tuesday’s events.

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45th Annual Academy Of Country Music Awards Nominees

March 2nd, 2010

ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR*

•Kenny Chesney

•Toby Keith

•Brad Paisley

•George Strait

•Taylor Swift

•Carrie Underwood

•Keith Urban

•Zac Brown Band

TOP MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR

•Kenny Chesney

•Brad Paisley

•Darius Rucker

•George Strait

•Keith Urban

TOP FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR

•Miranda Lambert

•Reba McEntire

•Taylor Swift

•Carrie Underwood

•Lee Ann Womack

TOP VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR

•Lady Antebellum

•Little Big Town

•Randy Rogers Band

•Rascal Flatts

•Zac Brown Band

TOP VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR

•Brooks & Dunn

•Joey + Rory

•Montgomery Gentry

•Steel Magnolia

•Sugarland

TOP NEW SOLO VOCALIST OF THE YEAR *

•Luke Bryan

•Jamey Johnson

•Chris Young

TOP NEW VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR *

•Bomshel

•Joey + Rory

•Steel Magnolia

TOP NEW VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR *

•Eli Young Band

•Gloriana

•The Lost Trailers

ALBUM OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company(s)]

•American Saturday Night – Brad Paisley (Arista Nashville)

Produced by: Chris DuBois, Frank Rogers

•Lady Antebellum – Lady Antebellum (Capitol Records Nashville)

Produced by: Victoria Shaw, Paul Worley

•Play On – Carrie Underwood (19/Arista Nashville)

Produced by: Mark Bright

“Quitter” Produced by Max Martin & Shellback for Maratone Productions and Mark Bright

•Revolution – Miranda Lambert (Columbia Nashville)

Produced by: Frank Liddell, Mike Wrucke

•The Foundation – Zac Brown Band (Southern Ground / Bigger Picture / Atlantic)

Produced by: Keith Stegall, Zac Brown

SINGLE RECORD OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company(s)]

•Need You Now – Lady Antebellum (Capitol Records Nashville)

Produced by: Lady Antebellum, Paul Worley

•People Are Crazy – Billy Currington (Mercury)

Produced by: Carson Chamberlain, Billy Currington

•Red Light – David Nail (MCA Nashville)

Produced by: Frank Liddell, Mike Wrucke

•Toes – Zac Brown Band (Southern Ground / Bigger Picture / Atlantic)

Produced by: Keith Stegall, Zac Brown

•White Liar – Miranda Lambert (Columbia Nashville)

Produced by: Frank Liddell, Mike Wrucke

SONG OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Composer(s)/Publisher(s)/Artist(s)]

•Cowboy Casanova – Carrie Underwood

Composers: Mike Elizondo, Brett James, Carrie Underwood

Publishers: Brett James Cornelius Music (ASCAP), Carrie Okie Music (BMI), Rincon Ave Music

(ASCAP), Stage Three Songs (ASCAP)

•Need You Now – Lady Antebellum

Composers: Dave Haywood, Josh Kear, Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott

Publishers: EMI Foray Music (BMI), Darth Buddha (ASCAP), Dwhaywood Music (BMI), Hillary Dawn Publishing (SESAC), Radiobullets Publishing (BMI), Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. (BMI), Year Of The Dog Music (ASCAP)

•People Are Crazy – Billy Currington

Composers: Bobby Braddock, Troy Jones

Publishers: Crozier Music Enterprises LLC (BMI), Mighty Nice Music (BMI), Sony/ATV Tree Publishing (BMI), Tiltawhirl Music (BMI)

•White Liar – Miranda Lambert

Composers: Natalie Hemby, Miranda Lambert

Publishers: Pink Dog Publishing (BMI), Sony/ATV Tree Publishing (BMI), Tiltawhirl Music (BMI)

•You Belong With Me – Taylor Swift

Composers: Liz Rose, Taylor Swift

Publishers: Sony/ATV Tree Publishing (BMI), Taylor Swift Music (BMI)

VIDEO OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Producer(s)/Director(s)/Artist(s)] (Off Camera Award)

•Boots On – Randy Houser

Producer: Eric Welch

Director: Eric Welch (Drake footage: Vickie Vaughn)

•Need You Now – Lady Antebellum

Producer: Clarke Gallican

Director: David McClister

•Welcome To The Future – Brad Paisley

Producers: Mark Kalbfeld, Jim Shea, Peter Tilden

Director: Jim Shea

•White Liar – Miranda Lambert

Producer: Tameron Hedge

Director: Chris Hicky

•You Belong With Me – Taylor Swift

Producer: Randy Brewer

Director: Roman White

VOCAL EVENT OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company] (Off Camera Award)

•Hillbilly Bone – Blake Shelton featuring Trace Adkins (Reprise Records / Warner Music Nashville)

Producer: Scott Hendricks

•Honky Tonk Stomp – Brooks & Dunn featuring Billy Gibbons (Arista Nashville)

Producer: Ronnie Dunn, Terry McBride

•I Told You So – Carrie Underwood featuring Randy Travis (19/Arista Nashville)

Producer: Mark Bright

•I’m Alive – Kenny Chesney with Dave Matthews (Blue Chair/BNA)

Produced by: Buddy Cannon, Kenny Chesney

•Seeing Stars – Jack Ingram featuring Patty Griffin (Big Machine Records)

Produced by: Jack Ingram, Jeremy Stover

*Fan voting for Top New Solo Vocalist, Top New Vocal Group and Top New Vocal Duo began at VoteACM.com on Friday, February 26 and will close on Friday, March 12. The winner in each of the three categories will be announced March 23, and will move on to compete for Top New Artist. Fan voting for Top New Artist and Entertainer of the Year begins on Thursday, April 1 at VoteACM.com. Fan voting for Top New Artist will close at 5pm PT on April 18th (before the LIVE show starts) and fan voting for Entertainer of the Year will close during the third hour of the LIVE broadcast.

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Kenny Chesney Debuts iPhone App

February 23rd, 2010

Anyone who knows Kenny Chesney knows how deeply his fans influence the decisions he makes – because in the end, he believes in the connection of the music and the people who love it. When Apple introduced their iPhone, Chesney bought his tour staff the first issue, and when artist apps started popping up, he started studying what was out there.

“It’s a good way to put your songs and tour directly in your fans’ hands,” Chesney says. “With the iPhone’s capability, it’s a great opportunity to let your fans get in there and really experience the music… and the shows… and well, all of it. So, I decided rather than be first, I’d take some time and create something that gives the fans the most comprehensive application we could create. And I wanted it to be free for them, just to say thanks for being part of all of this!”

Working with Nashville-based design and innovation firm Aloompa’s owners Drew Burchfield, Kurt Nelson and Tyler Seymour, the team responsible for the Bonnaroo app started from scratch and created “the app I’d've liked one of my favorite artists to have had when I was a kid living on music.” With a No Shoes Radio component that provides an extensive playlist – and keeps playing as you move through the other function no matter where you go or where you are, you can have Chesney’s personal mix – from live cuts, song demos, favorite records and backstage from the man The Los Angeles Times deemed “the Entertainer of the People” – playing as iPhone and iPod touch users navigate the application’s other functions.

Not only can any show be located, but you can go to the box office and buy tickets, invite your friends and even use the iPhone’s GPS to give you directions straight to the parking lot. Much of the music is available in the store – by song and album, plus both Chesney gear and the cool No Shoes Radio logo stuff, too. And there’s exclusive news and updates via the app.

iPhone and iPod touch users have access to photo galleries from shows, shoots and the studio, videos to watch and a Twitter capability that allows you to sign in and Tweet without leaving Chesney’s application. And if while reading the feed you need to know what that song was, just tilt your iPhone to get the song information… then tilt back, and you’re right where you were before you went sideways in search of a song.

“When Kurt and Drew said, ‘What would like it to do?,’ I said, ‘Everything…,’ because that’s the point of an iPhone app: take the things an iPhone can do and let it bring your music alive for the people who love it. What they came back with was… well… as I said when they showed me the final version… awesome… cause it was.”

The Kenny Chesney iPhone App is in available now. Fans can go to the iTunes store, click on the free download and enter the multidimensional world of Kenny Chesney on their iPhone and iPod touch.

Chesney’s current single, “Ain’t Back Yet,” is already Top 20 on the country singles chart and climbing and will be available at digital retailers on March 2 and also on his Greatest Hits II album.

Download the official app HERE.

Did you get your app yet? We did & we LOVE it!

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February 22nd, 2010

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Kenny Chesney & The Steve Miller Band Come Together For CMT Crossroads

February 16th, 2010

Kenny Chesney will return to CMT Crossroads to share the stage with one of his musical influences, rock icon Steve Miller, in the latest episode of the hit CMT series. CMT Crossroads: The Steve Miller Band and Kenny Chesney will tape before an invitation only audience in Nashville next month and will premiere later this year on CMT.

Longtime friends, Miller and Chesney have shared the stage in front of thousands during summer concerts, performing classic Miller hits. Now, the two will perform each other’s songs and swap stories for what will be another landmark episode of CMT Crossroads. Chesney is making his second appearance on the series, his first premiered in October 2003 with John Mellencamp.

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