GRAMMY AWARD WINNING PRODUCER BYRON GALLIMORE AND INDUSTRY VET JIM WILKES COLLABRATE TO FORM STREAMSOUND RECORDS; LABEL TO FOCUS ON ARTIST DEVELOPMENT

STREAMSOUND INKS EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION DEAL WITH SONY MUSIC NASHVILLE

February 21, 2012 – Grammy Award winning producer Byron Gallimore and music industry veteran Jim Wilkes today announced the launch of a new Nashville-based record label, Streamsound Records. The label, which officially formed in Fall 2011, also announced that it has inked an exclusive distribution deal with Sony Music Nashville.

Streamsound Records will be focused on a unique artist development strategy that will see the release of one artist at a time. The first, Jaida Dreyer, who has been nurtured by Gallimore over the past few years, will release her debut single this March.

Gallimore, who has produced or co-produced nearly fifty #1 hits with the likes of Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Sugarland, Martina McBride and Lauren Alaina, will serve as the label’s creative visionary.  Wilkes, who has also worked with Gallimore on various publishing and management ventures, will oversee Streamsound’s business operations.

“I’ve been interested in starting a label focused on and dedicated to developing artists,” said Gallimore. “The intent is to work with and nurture them – to give them the time that is needed to hone their craft. This business is all about great songs, talent, passion and drive.  I really do believe that we’ve found all of that in Jaida.”

“At the end of the day, this business is all about the talent and the people that you have supporting that talent,” said Wilkes.  “We intend to create a culture that takes the time needed to combine good old fashioned hard work with a strong creative business strategy.”

Streamsound has already begun to form a first class team of individuals who collectively will bring decades of experience in off line marketing, digital and social media marketing and sales strategies and radio promotion.  In particular, Streamsound has hired veteran Mike Wilson, who headed up promotions at RCA Nashville and was instrumental in taking over 100 country singles to the top of the charts, will head Streamsound’s radio division.  He’s amassed a staff of regional representatives including Teresa Ford, Steve Pleshe, Brad Howell and Jamice Jennings.

LARGEST U.S. MUSIC BEACH FESTIVAL

 “THE BAMBOOZLE 2012”

INCREASES LINE-UP TO 100 ACTS

WITH HEADLINER

BRAND NEW

Additional Performers On Biggest Beach Stage

 Ever Constructed In This Country To Include Volbeat,

 Buckcherry, Less Than Jake, T. Mills, and Dramarama

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The Bamboozle Expands Entertainment With

Late-Night After Parties, Fireworks, and Extended Boardwalk Hours

Tens of Thousands of Fans Expected To Flock To

 Historic North Beach Asbury Park, New Jersey

 May 18-19 & 20

 (February 21, New York, NY)- Brand New along with 25 other bands including Volbeat have been added to The Bamboozle’s 10^th Anniversary festival scheduled for May 18, 19 and 20 when the Jersey shore will become the epicenter of music with tens of thousands of fans descending on the beach and boardwalk at North Beach Asbury Park, New Jersey for the largest music beach festival in the U.S.

Asbury Park, a historic seaside town that will host the annual three-day event creating a beach party atmosphere complete with the biggest beach stage ever built in this country and additional stages and attractions spread throughout and along the boardwalk.

The Bamboozle, presented by Live Nation, will return to the beach at Asbury Park for the first time since 2003 following extensive renovations to the area and feature over 100 acts performing on nine stages. Brand New joins previously announced headliners Bon Jovi, recent Grammy Awards winners Foo Fighters and Skrillex along with blink-182, and Incubus.

Brand New, who are scheduled to perform on Sunday, May 20, formed in Long Island, New York in 2000 and earned a huge cult following with their first two albums Your Favorite Weapon (2001) and Deja Entendu (2003).

They released their third studio album (and first for a major label) The Devil and God Are Raging Inside Me in November 2006. Their last album Daisy was released in 2009.

Additionally, Volbeat, Less Than Jake, Buckcherry, Datsik, T. Mills, and Dramarama, among others have been added to the festival lineup joining recently announced performers including Jimmy Eat World, Mac Miller, DJ Pauly D, Andrew Dice Clay, All American Rejects, Boys Like Girls, ASAP Rocky, Bayside, Bouncing Souls, The Promise Ring, Motion City Soundtrack, Alesana, Never Shout Never, Emmure, and more.

For fans looking to continue the unique beach experience, The Bamboozle is hosting late night beach/bonfire events with acoustic performances along with after parties each night in several venues including the renowned Convention Hall, Paramount Theatre, the legendary Stone Pony and Wonder Bar.

Confirmed performers for the after parties to be announced soon. Additionally, hours will be extended for all of the attractions along the boardwalk including restaurants, carnival rides, other family-friendly activities, a “silent rave” and the bonfires at South Beach in Asbury Park.

Additional performers will be announced for The Bamboozle including Linc’s very special guest. Single day and three-day passes are currently available for purchase. For more information about passes, after parties, and a complete list of current scheduled performers and the daily festival lineup, please visit: www.thebamboozle.com.

www.thebamboozle.com            @TheBamboozle       www.facebook.com/TheBamboozle

About Live Nation Entertainment:

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment and eCommerce company, comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster.com, Live Nation Concerts, Front Line Management Group and Live Nation Network.  Ticketmaster.com is the global event ticketing leader and one of the world’s top five eCommerce sites, with over 26 million monthly unique visitors.  Live Nation Concerts produces over 20,000 shows annually for more than 2,000 artists globally.  Front Line is the world’s top artist management company, representing over 250 artists.  These businesses power Live Nation Network, the leading provider of entertainment marketing solutions, enabling over 800 advertisers to tap into the 200 million consumers Live Nation delivers annually through its live event and digital platforms. For additional information, visit www.livenation.com/investors.

February 8, 2012

REBELUTION ASKS FANS TO COLLABORATE WITH THE

“BLUE MICROPHONES PRESENTS THE REBELUTION ‘GOOD VIBES’ REMIX CONTEST”

Santa Barbara, California based group Rebelution in conjunction with Blue Microphones and Indaba Music has launched the “Rebelution ‘Good Vibes’ Remix Contest” asking fans to remix the song “Good Vibes” from their latest chart topping album, Peace of Mind. Fans have 4 weeks to download the separate instrument tracks of the song and create their own remix for a chance to win $1000 and mics from Blue Microphones. The winning remix will also be promoted by the band and given away as a free download. For more information and to enter the contest, fans can head to http://www.indabamusic.com/opportunities/rebelution-good-vibes-remix-contest.

Peace of Mind, the band’s third studio album, had the highest debut chart position of Rebelution’s career at #13 on Billboard’s Top 200 Album Chart. It also debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Reggae chart, #1 on the Independent Album chart and #4 on the iTunes Album chart. Peace of Mind was released as a multi-length triple album, which includes Peace of Mind: Acoustic as well as Peace of Mind: Dub through the band’s label 87 Music in partnership with Controlled Substance Sound Labs.

Rebelution is currently on their “Peace of Mind Tour” stopping in 42 cities across the country including The Hollywood Palladium, Denver’s The Fillmore, The Fox Theatre in Oakland, Best Buy Theatre in New York and Electric Factory in Philedelphia amongst others. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased through the band’s website.

For news, ticket information and to listen to music please head to www.rebelutionmusic.com

CLAY WALKER TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS BENEFIT CONCERT CHORDS OF HOPE JUNE 5^TH IN NASHVILLE

98 WSIX And Band Against MS Join Forces Again To Raise Funds For MS Research

February 6, 2012 – Multi-platinum selling country artist Clay Walker will host the third annual Chords of Hope: The Clay Walker MS Benefit Concert at 3^rd & Lindsley in Nashville on June 5^th. The concert, presented by 98 WSIX and produced by Clay’s charity Band Against MS (BAMS), will help raise money and awareness for multiple sclerosis research with proceeds going to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. To date, Chords of Hope: The Clay Walker MS Benefit Concert, has donated around 100,000 dollars to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Tickets for the concert, which will also include performances by Jerrod Neimann, Hal Ketchum, and Sarah Marince, are on sale now at www.claywalker.com.

“Chords of Hope is a truly special event to me because it helps raise funds and awareness for MS research while also getting the chance to perform for fans,” said Clay. “I am so grateful for all of the support that we have gotten over the last two years at this event and cannot wait to make this one even bigger!”

After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1996 Clay founded Band Against MS (BAMS), a non profit charity committed to providing educational information and research grants to institutions searching for a cure or treatment for MS, and fund programs that help those living with the disease. Walker established BAMS with the goal of helping others living with the same disease he has battled.  To date, BAMS has raised more than 2 million dollars.

As a true fan favorite with a devoted legion of followers across the country Clay Walker made his country music debut in 1993. Since then, he has sold over 11 million albums, had 11 #1 hit singles, four RIAA platinum and two gold certified albums under his belt. His ninth studio album She Won’t Be Lonely Long was released on Curb Records and the title track was named by Billboard Magazine as one of the Top 10 Hot Country Songs for 2010. To learn more about Clay Walker and BAMS, visit www.claywalker.com and www.bandagainstms.org.

CMA SONGWRITERS SERIES RETURNS TO NEW YORK CITY FOR AN EIGHTH YEAR 

Popular Series Returns to New York City’s Joe’s Pub March 22

With Lee Thomas Miller, Jim Photoglo, Victoria Shaw

And Host Bob DiPiero

February 7, 2012 – CMA Songwriters Series will return to the venue where it all began, New York City’s Joe’s Pub, on Thursday, March 22 (6:30 and 9:00 PM/ET). This will be the eighth year for the wildly popular series that continues to play to sell-out crowds.

“CMA is excited to bring our Songwriters Series back to the place where it all began,” said Steve Moore, CMA Chief Executive Officer. “Joe’s Pub is a great place to showcase Nashville’s extraordinary songwriters and the people of New York have proven time and time again how much they appreciate great Country Music. Due to the popularity of this series that began at Joe’s Pub, we have taken the CMA Songwriters Series to other cities, not only in the U.S., but to the United Kingdom as well.”

“Joe’s Pub is once again honored to have partnered with CMA to bring the best and most talented artists and songwriters to New York City in 2012,” said Kevin Abbott, Managing director of Joe’s Pub. “It is our mission to program all genres of music and this series with the CMA has cemented Joe’s Pub as the premier place to see Country Music. With the reputation of the CMA behind our programming we have been able to grow the Country Music audience and bring artists and fans together in a way that rarely happens in this region. We look forward to an incredibly exciting and entertaining year with Bob DiPiero and the CMA bringing Country to NYC!”

Songwriters participating in the March 22 event are Lee Thomas Miller (“I’m Still a Guy” recorded by Brad Paisley, “You’re Gonna Miss This” recorded by Trace Adkins, and “The Impossible” recorded by Joe Nichols), Jim Photoglo (“Fishin’ in the Dark” recorded by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, “Hometown Honeymoon” recorded by Alabama, and “You Give Me Love” recorded by Faith Hill), and Victoria Shaw (“I Love the Way You Love Me” recorded by John Michael Montgomery, and “The River” and “She’s Every Woman,” both recorded by Garth Brooks). Bob DiPiero (“Southern Voice” recorded by Tim McGraw, “Blue Clear Sky” recorded by George Strait, and “You Can’t Take the Honky Tonk Out of the Girl” recorded by Brooks & Dunn) will serve as host for the evening.

Tickets for the March 22 CMA Songwriters Series at Joe’s Pub are $30 and $25 each and are on sale now. For information about Joe’s Pub or to order tickets, visit www.joespub.com or call (212) 967-7555 between the hours of 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM/ET. Joe’s Pub is located at 425 Lafayette St. in New York City. ASCAP and BMI are the Official sponsors of the CMA Songwriters Series.

For more information about CMA and CMA events, visit our media-only Website at www.CMApress.com.

ALL-STAR COUNTRY MUSIC SERIES – THE ULTIMATE FAN EXPERIENCE WITH FIVE OF TODAY’S BEST COUNTRY ARTISTS 

Kellie Pickler First Artist to Launch ‘Road to the Ram Jam’; Fans Can Enter to Win Tickets to the Invitation-Only Ram Jam Concert in Nashville, December 29^th 

February 2, 2012 – The Ram Truck brand presents “Road to the Ram^® Jam,” an all-star country music series featuring five of today’s best country artists leading up to an invitation-only 2012 RamJam concert event December 29^th in Nashville, Tenn., where all five artists will perform.

The Road to the Ram Jam series will be the ultimate fan experience. It will help bring country music fans closer to some of their favorite artists with exclusive video content, the opportunity to win prizes including collectible posters and vinyl records through country radio stations nationwide, free music downloads, as well as a chance to enter to win trips for two to the exclusive Ram Jam concert. Fans can get more information on the Road to the Ram Jam and enter the sweepstakes at www.RamTrucks.com/RoadtoRamJam.

BNA recording artist Kellie Pickler, who recently released her brand new album 100 Proof, is the first artist to help launch the series. She is offering fans a chance to win a free download of her latest single “Tough” when they enter to win a trip for two to the Ram Jam concert. The remaining four participating artists will be announced throughout the year. All five artists will receive a one year lease on a 2012 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn truck. The trucks will then be auctioned off in early 2013 with all proceeds going to benefit a military-focused charity of each artist’s choice.

“Road to the RamJam extends the brand’s already established alignment with many of today’s top country music artists and their far-reaching fan bases by creating an innovative platform for promoting the artists’ music and connecting with their fans,” said Fred Diaz, President and CEO of Ram Truck Brand. “We are excited to have Kellie and all the artists drive a Laramie Longhorn and experience firsthand the quality and refinement that make it the most luxurious Ram Truck ever produced by the company.”

Fans can check out behind-the-scenes video footage of Kellie in her Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn as she discusses her love for trucks, her new album 100 Proof, and how she continues to show support for our troops with help from the USO, a nonprofit organization dedicated to lifting the spirits of America’s troops and their families.  Kellie has chosen the USO (USO.org) and their services that support wounded, ill and injured warriors as the charity to receive proceeds from the auction of her Longhorn truck in 2013.  To learn more about USO Warrior and Family Care visit, uso.org/warriorandfamilycare.

“The first thing I learned to drive was my grandpa’s truck so I’m definitely a truck girl,” said Kellie. “I’m excited to be part of Ram Truck’s Road to the Ram Jam. We’re going to have a lot of fun on that “Road” – me and my Laramie. I’m also excited that we will be auctioning off my Ram truck at the end of the year to benefit our veterans in need.”

Contest Rules

The Road to the Ram^® Jam sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia, 18 years or older at the time of entry. Residents of Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico are ineligible. No purchase or payment of money is necessary to win. The sweepstakes starts Feb. 1, 2012, and ends Sept. 30, 2012. Official rules and complete details are found at www.RamTrucks.com/RoadtoRamJam.

About Ram Truck Brand

The Ram Truck brand continues to establish its own identity and clearly define its customer since its launch as a standalone vehicle brand. Creating a distinct brand for Ram trucks has allowed the brand to concentrate on how core customers use their trucks and what new features they’d like to see. Whether focusing on a family that uses its half-ton truck day in and day out, a hard-working Ram Heavy Duty owner or a business that depends on its commercial vehicles every day, Ram has the truck market covered.

The Ram Truck brand has the most innovative lineup of full-size trucks on the market. Ram Truck has emerged as a full-size truck leader by investing substantially in new products, infusing them with great looks, refined interiors, durable engines and features that further enhance their capabilities. Truck customers, from half-ton to commercial, have a demanding range of needs and require their vehicles to provide high levels of capability. Ram trucks are designed to deliver a total package.

For more information on Road to the Ram Jam and to enter the sweepstakes, go to www.RamTrucks.com/RoadtoRamJam.

KEITH URBAN SET TO BEGIN FILMING OF ‘THE VOICE” AUSTRALIA LATER THIS MONTH

This Week Marks Return To The Stage As Well As

27^th Top 5 Single

Keith Urban’s “You Gonna Fly”, the fourth single from Get Closer, is charging up the airplay charts hitting #5 this week marking the four-time Grammy Award winner’s 27^th Top 5.  It follows two consecutive #1s, “Long Hot Summer” and “Without You”, and begins a week that will see Urban’s return to the stage this Friday night at The Opry in Nashville.  The performance is his first since throat surgery late last year.

“I’m really looking forward to being back on stage, and more specifically on the Opry stage. When I was told earlier this week that the Ryman was going to start renovations on the stage after our show I thought, ‘you know, when we say we’re really gonna tear it up tonight, maybe they’re worried I mean it literally?”

Later this month, Urban will head to Sydney for a week of filming for the Australian version of “The Voice”. Urban will pop back and forth to Australia over the next few months while maintaining a busy schedule here in the United States that includes a second show at the Opry, the much anticipated third annual “All For The Hall” benefit concert on April 10^th among other appearances and performances.

“It’ll be a blast spending a little time in Australia working on The Voice, getting the opportunity to try and help some killer raw talent blossom,” said Urban.  ”And I have a feeling that being immersed in that new kind of “everything is possible” energy, will have a real inspiring and liberating effect on creating new music for my new album!”

Much of Urban’s time over the course of the year will be spent at home in Nashville, where he’s already begun writing and finding songs for his next album.  No release date set as of yet.

January 23, 2012

KEITH URBAN RELEASES VIDEO FOR “YOU GONNA FLY”

 Four-time Grammy Award winner Keith Urban gives his fans a look at the special moments from his critically acclaimed Get Closer 2011 World Tour with the release of his newest video for “Your Gonna Fly”. The video begins airing today on CMT and GAC.

“You Gonna Fly” is the fourth single from Get Closer and is the follow-up to his previous consecutive #1s, “Long Hot Summer” and “Without You”. The single is currently #7 on the Billboard/BDS chart and #6 on the Mediabase/Country Aircheck chart marking Urban’s 27^th Top 10 (including 13 #1s). You can check out the video here.

“We had cameras rolling every night on tour, which is a great way for us to capture all of those unpredictable things that seem to happen at our shows,” said Urban.  In a way, the video is also a huge thank you to everyone that came out and made it so insanely fun night after night,” says Urban.

Directed by Brad Belanger, “You Gonna Fly” pays tribute to Urban’s always supportive and energetic fans, who are as much a part of his unforgettable live show as Urban himself.  Urban’s Get Closer 2011 World Tour played to more than a half a million fans throughout the United States, Canada and Australia. The video perfectly showcases Urban’s now trademarked ability to connect with his fans.

For more official Keith Urban news go to www.keithurban.net

 CLAY WALKER TO BE FEATURED ON

THE JANUARY 23^RD EPISODE OF ABC’S HIT REALITY SERIES THE BACHELOR

January 20, 2012 – Multi-platinum selling country artist Clay Walker will be featured on the January 23^rd episode of the hit reality romance series The Bachelor on ABC starring the newest bachelor and fan-favorite Ben Flajnik. In the fourth episode of the popular series Clay will perform a surprise concert for Ben during an intimate one-on-one date in Park City, Utah. Fans can tune in to watch Clay’s performance on The Bachelor Monday, January 23^rd at 8pm EST (check local listings), on ABC. Clay’s latest single, “Like We Never Said Goodbye,” from his ninth studio album She Won’t Be Lonely Long on Curb Records, is currently climbing the country charts.

As a true fan favorite with a devoted legion of followers across the country, Clay Walker made his country music debut in 1993 with his smash hit “What’s It To You,” which quickly climbed to #1 on the Billboard charts.  Since then, he has sold over 11 million albums, had 11 #1 hit singles, four RIAA platinum and two gold certified albums under his belt. Outside of the stage and studio, Clay is the founder of Band Against MS (BAMS) a non-profit charity that funds MS research and education. Walker established BAMS in 2003 with the goal of helping others living with the same disease he has battled since 1996.  To date, BAMS has raised more than 2 million dollars.

For more information on Clay Walker you can visit his website at www.claywalker.com.

About The Bachelor:

The new season of The Bachelor, from Warner Horizon Television, airs 8/7 Central on ABC.  In the hit primetime reality series The Bachelor, one lucky man is offered the chance to find true love.  A single and eligible Bachelor embarks on a romantic journey, getting to know a bevy of beautiful bachelorettes, gradually narrowing the field to the one woman to whom he may propose marriage in the dramatic season finale.  Hosted by Chris Harrison, The Bachelor is produced by Next Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Television. For more information on The Bachelor visit http://abc.go.com/shows/the-bachelor.

BILLY CURRINGTON ANNOUNCES DATES FOR HEADLINE TOUR SET TO KICK OFF MARCH 24^TH

January 23, 2012 – Platinum-selling country star Billy Currington is set to kick off his first headlining tour across the country on March 24^th in Biloxi, MS. Billy, who recently started work on his fifth studio album, has announced eleven dates for his much-anticipated 2012 tour that will make stops in major cities including San Antonio, Knoxville, Wallingford, and Charlotte. Billy will perform his #1 hits, including “People Are Crazy,” “Pretty Good At Drinkin’ Beer,” “Must Be Doin’ Somethin’ Right,” “Let Me Down Easy,” and his current single climbing the charts, “Like My Dog.” Label mates David Nail and Kip Moore will join Billy on the tour.

“I have learned a lot over the years touring with some of the biggest names in country music,” said Billy. “I am excited to put that knowledge to use on this tour by giving fans a great show as a thank you for all of their support. It will also be a great way to test out some new music!”

Billy received rave reviews out on the road on Kenny Chesney’s ‘Goin Coastal’ tour last year and is ready to head out on his first headlining tour. Set to join Billy on the road are MCA Recording and Grammy-nominated artist David Nail, who just released The Sound Of A Million Dreams, his highly anticipated sophomore album, and Kip Moore, who will release his debut MCA Nashville album, Drive Me Crazy, later this year. Since Billy’s debut in 2003, he has sold over 11 million units, earned multiple RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications, had seven #1 hit single, ten Top 10 singles, been nominated for two Grammy Awards and multiple CMA and ACM Awards.

Fans can go to www.billycurrington.com to get more information about on-sales and an up-to-date tour itinerary.

2012 Billy Currington Tour:

March 24^th                         Biloxi, MS                        Hard Rock Live

April 13^th                         San Antonio, TX            Cowboy’s Dance Hall

April 20^th                        Kingston, ON                         K-Rock Centre

April 21^st                        Orillia, ON                         Casino Rama

April 27^th                         Huntington, WV            Big Sandy Arena

April 28^th                         Knoxville, TN                         Civic Auditorium

May 3^rd                         Lowell, MA                        Tsongas Arena

May 4^th                         Wallingford, CT            Oakdale Theatre

May 17^th                         Asheville, NC                        NC Civic Center

May 18^th                         Charlotte, NC                        Uptown Amphitheatre

May 19^th                         Rome, GA                        Rome River Jam