Gillette Uncut Music Film Series Makes Its World Premiere In Los Angeles
Los Angeles — January 28, 2010 – In anticipation of music’s biggest evening, Gillette [PG] today brought together some of the world’s most popular musicians to launch its highly anticipated Gillette UNCUT music film series at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles. Directed by Danny Clinch, and executive produced by Greenlight Media & Marketing, the documentary short films provide viewers with unprecedented backstage access into the worlds of will.i.am, Tim McGraw, Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 and the All-American Rejects featuring Tyson Ritter.
The exclusive event included a World Premiere screening of the Gillette UNCUT films, which feature the stars preparing for performances and revealing not only some of their pre-show rituals, but moments of introspection, self-doubt and re-assurance.
Nominated for six Grammy Awards, the Black Eyed Peas will.i.am said, “Preparation and practice are key ingredients to what I do, whether it’s in front of 100,000 people in concert or 100 kids in a club. From how I look and what I wear, to every single beat that gets played, I do everything I can to eliminate all doubt before hitting the stage.”
Although he could not attend due to his filming schedule, McGraw added, "I take performance very seriously and my preparation for any show is critical. There's a lot that goes into getting ready, whether it's choosing the setlist, checking the sound, and even just getting my look right. I have to stay focused on everything to make sure I'm giving the fans everything I can. I'm excited to share this peek into my preparation in the Gillette UNCUT film directed by my friend Danny Clinch.”
Blink 182’s Hoppus admits in his film, “I’m not a high fashion guy. There are a lot of dudes who can pull off the scruffy look, but I’m not one of them. Every night before I go onstage, I have a moment where I think, ‘Can I pull this off tonight?’” Such sentiments are balanced out by the All-American Rejects’ Ritter, who in his Gillette UNCUT film states confidently, “Early on in our career, I had no sense of style. But now, I convince myself I’m a superhero every single night.”
The special event concluded with Clinch – who has filmed music documentaries and music videos for iconic rock bands including Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, Pearl Jam and The Foo Fighters – leading the Gillette UNCUT artists in a Q&A discussion.
“The Gillette UNCUT films show that Gillette has long been a part of the pre-show preparation of these and other music artists, irrespective of genre,” said Steve Fund, Gillette Global Marketing Director.
The Gillette UNCUT campaign is supported by a broadcast television partnership with Fuse TV, the films will begin airing on Friday, January 29. The Gillette UNCUT campaign will be supported by print ads in SPIN featuring the musicians, and online media partnerships with SPIN.com, Pandora.com, Last.FM and YouTube.com.
Each of the films can be found at http://www.shavelikearockstar.com. In addition to the Gillette UNCUT series, Gillette has launched "Shave Like a Rock Star," a series of tongue-in-cheek shaving tutorials featuring the likeness of each artist.
For photos, videos and more information about Gillette grooming products or to check out the latest Gillette advertisements, please visit http://www.GilletteResourceCenter.com.
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JOSH TURNER - upcoming TV appearances
GAC Origins - one hour special airdates/times below:
February 09, 2010 10:00 PM ET
February 10, 2010 2:00 AM ET
February 10, 2010 10:00 AM ET
February 10, 2010 5:00 PM ET
February 14, 2010 11:00 AM ET
February 14, 2010 8:00 PM ET
February 14/15, 2010 Midnight ET
GAC Top 20
Feb. 5 - 8pm ET and midnight
GAC On The Streets
Feb. 9 - 1pm ET, 9pm ET
Feb. 10 - 1am ET
GAC GAC Nights
Feb. 11 - 8pm ET & midnight
GAC Headline Country - premieres Feb. 11 -10pm ET (re-airs multiple times over 2 weeks)
CMT Top 20 Countdown-Jan. 29 - 11am ET, Jan. 30 - 10:30am ET, Jan. 31 - 11:30am ET
Insider - Feb. 6 - 1:30pm ET, Feb. 7 - 11am ET
Hear Josh Talk about His New Album:
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CRB, Inc. Announces Talent for Sony Music Nashville Luncheon at CRS 2010
Nashville, TN — 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.
About Alan Jackson:
Arista Nashville superstar Alan Jackson has become one of the most awarded, respected, and successful artists of his generation, selling more than 50 million albums and amassing a whopping 34 #1 singles, 24 of which he wrote. After adding another trio of chart-toppers to that tally with 2008’s acclaimed Good Time collection, the GRAMMY and 16-time ACM and CMA award-winner is set to release his 18th album, Freight Train, on March 30, featuring his new smash single, “It’s Just That Way.” Visit www.AlanJackson.com for more information.
About Danny Gokey:
Danny Gokey became a favorite of millions of fans nationwide as a finalist on Season Eight of American Idol, and the Milwaukee native and 19 Recordings/RCA Nashville recording artist is now poised to release his debut album, My Best Days, on March 2. Danny is already making new fans everywhere with the album’s feel-good first hit single, “My Best Days Are Ahead of Me.” Danny credits his late wife, Sophia, with the inspiration to pursue his musical dreams on Idol, and he continues to honor her with the charitable work of the Sophia’s Heart Foundation, founded in her memory. For more information, visit www.DannyGokey.com.
About CRS:
The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry. Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. CRS 2010 will be held Feb. 24-26, 2010 in Nashville, Tenn. Register at www.CRB.org or by contacting the Country Radio Broadcasters at 615-327-4487.
About CRB:
The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format. More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.
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Wynonna, The Oaks, join Michael W. Smith for Haiti
Nashville, TN — Yesterday 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.
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Larry The Cable Guy Wants You To Join Him For The Ultimate Tailgate Party With His New DVD, In Stores February 2
Nashville, TN — Super Bowl XLIV is upon us and Jack Records/Warner Bros. Records Comedian Larry The Cable Guy is throwing the ultimate tailgate party with his new DVD release, “Larry The Cable Guy: Tailgate Party.” The DVD will be in stores on February 2. In addition, the World Television Premiere of the special debuts Sunday, Jan. 31 at 9:00 PM EST/PST.
The special was filmed during a unique performance in front of more than 50,000 people at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, NE on Independence Day in support of Husker Fans on the UNL Campus. Larry’s appearance was in conjunction with The City Of Lincoln’s 2-day event, “Uncle Sam Jam.” Performing in the largest comedy show ever recorded, Larry The Cable Guy gives a large amount of new material about TV, Hot Dogs and “buying in bulk.”
Larry The Cable Guy released his first album on Warner Bros. Records, A Very Larry Christmas, in 2004 and went on to release The Right To Bear Arms in 2005 and Morning Constitutions in 2007. Two of Larry’s albums are certified Gold by the RIAA: Lord, I Apologize on Hip-O-Records and the GRAMMY®-nominated The Right To Bear Arms, while Larry The Cable Guy’s Christmas Spectacular and A Very Larry Christmas are certified Platinum. He has starred in such movies as Larry The Cable Guy: Health Inspector (2006), Delta Farce (2007), Witless Protection (2008) and lent his voice to the Disney/Pixar Film Cars. He will reprise the role of Mater in Cars 2 and his new series "Only in America with Larry the Cable Guy" will premiere on the History Channel in the third quarter of 2010.
For additional information on Larry The Cable Guy, please visit www.larrythecableguy.com
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Cracker Barrel and Daily & Vincent Honor Statler Brothers With Exclusive New Release
LEBANON, Tenn. — Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent, the reigning IBMA bluegrass Entertainers of the Year, will take another step in honoring the legendary Statler Brothers as they perform several Statler Brothers’ songs during their 2010 tour. Many of these classic songs are featured on the duo’s new release: Dailey and Vincent Sing The Statler Brothers. This twelve-song CD, now available exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® and online at crackerbarrel.com, features new recordings of classic Statler Brothers’ songs and showcases the incredible musical talents of Dailey & Vincent.
“Dailey & Vincent Sing The Statler Brothers features one of the country’s top bluegrass acts performing music that is authentic and loved,” says Cracker Barrel’s Vice President of Marketing, Peter Keiser. “Jamie and Darrin have years of performing and recording experience, and they have earned a great deal of notice as well as a number of significant awards in the short time they have been recording together. This CD honors the Statlers, and gives us all a good idea of what’s to come with Dailey & Vincent.”
With more than 100 performances planned for 2010, Dailey & Vincent will add a special Statler Brothers segment to their concert song list. The songs featured on this exclusive CD are exciting and authentic bluegrass interpretations of 12 Statler Brothers’ classics. The Statler Brothers, one of country music’s most popular groups until they retired in 2002, are pleased that Dailey & Vincent are bringing new sounds to these beloved songs by recording and performing them with such care and dedication.
“Jamie and Darrin have used their magic touch to honor us and our music,” says Statler Don Reid. “This CD is one great tribute from two great friends. Dailey and Vincent - they are what good music and friendship is about today.” The Statler Brothers made an indelible contribution to the American music landscape, from the day they hit the road with Johnny Cash in 1964 until their retirement in 2002. They are one of only six acts to be inducted into both the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, writing and recording iconic songs about small-town life, love, faith, and days gone by.
For years, Dailey & Vincent have admired the Statler Brothers. In 2008, they were honored to perform at the medallion ceremony marking the Statlers’ official induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame®. On their two previous releases, Dailey & Vincent performed Statler hits like “More Than a Name on a Wall,” “Years Ago” and “There is You.”
Dailey & Vincent are pleased to have this new CD at Cracker Barrel because they, themselves are at Cracker Barrel on a regular basis. Jamie says, “We’re delighted to work with Cracker Barrel on this project because we pull our bus into a Cracker Barrel every weekend; that’s where we have breakfast and lunch.” And Darrin adds, “Bluegrass music is the roots of America, and we think Cracker Barrel is the roots of America, and combining the two is just a perfect match.” And Jamie adds, "From the very first time we started including some Statler Brothers songs in our shows, the audience response was overwhelming. All it took was the first few bars of 'Elizabeth' or 'Do You Know You Are My Sunshine?' and the crowd was out of their seats and singing along. That is a testament to the timeless quality of the Statlers' songs, which is why we're so honored to do this album, and why we think the folks at our shows will love the new Cracker Barrel segment."
Dailey & Vincent have taken the bluegrass world by storm since they launched their career as a duo in 2007. Jamie Dailey was formerly the lead singer and guitarist for Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver; until the end of 2007, Darrin Vincent was guitar and mandolin player and harmony vocalist with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder. In addition to being named Entertainer of the Year, Dailey & Vincent received 2009 IBMA awards for Vocal Group of the Year and Gospel Recorded Performance of the Year, for “On the Other Side.” Their latest success follows an incredible run in 2008 when they took home seven IBMA awards, becoming the first act in the history of the IBMA awards to be named Entertainer of the Year and Emerging Artist in the same year.
About Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® restaurants provide a friendly home-away-from-home in their old country stores and restaurants. Guests are cared for like family while relaxing and enjoying real home-style food and shopping that’s surprisingly unique, genuinely fun and reminiscent of America’s country heritage…all at a fair price. The restaurant serves up delicious, home-style country food such as meatloaf and homemade chicken n’ dumplins as well as its signature biscuits using an old family recipe. The authentic old country retail store is fun to shop and offers unique gifts and self-indulgences.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRL) was established in 1969 in Lebanon, Tenn. and operates 593 company-owned locations in 41 states. Every Cracker Barrel unit is open seven days a week with hours Sunday through Thursday, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. For more information, visit: crackerbarrel.com.
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Dierks Bentley, Randy Houser, Jamey Johnson to BamaJam 2010
ENTERPRISE, AL — The lineup of stars slated for the 3rd annual Verizon Wireless BamaJam Music & Arts Festival shines brighter and brighter. Organizers have announced the addition of superstars Dierks Bentley, Randy Houser, Jamey Johnson, along with country newcomers Matt Kennon and Houston County to the festival, which is scheduled for Thursday, June 3 through Saturday, June 5, 2010 in Enterprise, Alabama.
Verizon and Ronnie Gilley Entertainment previously announced that multi-award winning entertainer Kenny Chesney will headline the 3rd annual event, offering a rare opportunity to catch Chesney in one of just 10 appearances he’ll make in 2010. Also announced earlier are appearances by Miranda Lambert, LoCash Cowboys, Jake Owen, Colt Ford and Blackberry Smoke. The one and only Hank Williams, Jr. will also appear at BamaJam in what will be his only Alabama appearance in 2010.
More than 40 entertainers are set to appear on BamaJam’s 4 stages, with more announcements to come. The festival presents dozens of Grammy award-winning, platinum selling artists in Country, Bluegrass and Alternative music, all at one jam-packed 3-day festival.
Three-day, Premium Preferred seating is being offered for the first time. “We wanted to offer fans an opportunity to purchase a guaranteed seating location,” says festival executive producer Tony Conway. The Premium Preferred purchase will include a logo chair which fans may take home after the event, and a great up close view of the stage. Drink vendors and special parking are also part of the package. The special limited Premium Preferred seating area will be called THE PEANUT GALLERY, as the festival site sits on a former peanut field. These Premium Preferred seats go on sale today at 9 a.m. Central Time. Call 877-422-6252 or go to www.bamajamfestival.com
Three-day and 1-day flex tickets, along with camping packages, and the first time Premium Preferred seats for the extravaganza may be purchased by visiting www.bamajamfestival.com or by calling (877) 422-6252. Take advantage of special early-bird pricing for a limited time only.
ABOUT RONNIE GILLEY ENTERTAINMENT
Ronnie Gilley Entertainment, a division of Ronnie Gilley Properties, is a full service entertainment company located in Enterprise, Alabama. RGE is active in all facets of the entertainment industry, including recording/engineering, music publishing and artist management/promotion.
RGE’s music interests include Stroudavarious Records, Country Crossing Records and BamaJam Records. The company produces the annual Verizon Wireless BamaJam Music and Arts Festival, and is the developer of the country themed Country Crossing destination resort near Dothan, Alabama.
For more information, visit www.ronniegilleyproperties.com
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Taylor Swift Wins Four Grammys, Including Album of the Year
Nashville, TN — Taylor Swift can now add Multiple Grammy Award Winner to her list of accolades, as she took home four awards from last night’s 52nd Annual Grammy Awards ceremony, including the night’s top honor, Album of The Year. Taylor, who turned 20 in December, is the youngest artist in history to win the music industry’s coveted top prize. She is also the first solo female country winner ever of the award, and the first solo female winner in more than a decade.
Taylor also won the Grammy for Best Country Album for “Fearless,” and took home trophies for Best Country Song and Best Country Vocal Performance for her hit “White Horse.”
Taylor, who accepted her Album of the Year Award from John Legend and Carlos Santana, called her big win a “beautiful, beautiful surprise,” saying from the stage, “Thank you so much! I just hope you know how much this means to me, and to Nathan [Chapman], my producer, and to all these musicians that you see on this stage, that we get to take this back to Nashville! This is for my dad: Thank you for all those times you said I could do whatever I wanted in life. And my mom: You’re my best friend…..All of us, when we’re 80 years old and we’re telling the same stories again and again to our grandkids… this is the story we’ll be telling.”
Earlier in the night, Taylor thanked her record label, Big Machine, for letting her write all of the songs on her records, and songwriter Liz Rose, her co-writer on “White Horse,” for “writing songs with me when she had absolutely no reason to do so.”
Taylor’s “Fearless” album has proved to be a favorite with fans, critics and industry voters, selling more than 5 million CDs, receiving massive critical acclaim, and sweeping the awards categories this season. In addition to winning Grammy awards for Album of the Year and Best Country Album, the project was lauded as Album of the Year by the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music, and was named Favorite Country Album at the American Music Awards.
Immediately following last night’s show, Taylor and her band left for LAX, headed to Australia and Japan, where she will perform several sold-out shows before returning to the States to launch her FEARLESS 2010 tour March 4th in Tampa.
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CRB, Inc. Announces Talent for Capitol Records Nashville Luncheon at CRS 2010
Nashville, TN — Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.® has announced Eric Church and Emily West as this year’s performers for the Capitol Nashville luncheon during CRS 2010, to be held Feb. 24-26, 2010.
The Capitol Nashville luncheon will be held on Friday, Feb. 26, from noon – 1:50 p.m. in the newly renovated CMA Performance Hall inside the Nashville Convention Center.
"Every year since we launched with Keith Urban in 2001, the Capitol Records Love Lunch has been one of the highest attended events at CRS,” says Capitol Records Nashville President/CEO Mike Dungan. “This year we are proud to present one of the best live performers in Country music, Eric Church, and a very special artist whose time has come, Emily West. We hope to see you there!"
“Capitol Records has been a long time supporter of Country Radio Seminar,” adds Bill Mayne, special consultant to CRB and President of Mayne Street Consulting. “We are thrilled to have Eric Church and Emily West performing at the Capitol Records Nashville luncheon at CRS 2010 this year.”
On-Site Rate registration for Country Radio Seminar 2010 is currently available at www.CRB.org.
About Eric Church:
Eric Church recently released his widely praised sophomore effort, Carolina. The album debuted at #4 on the country charts and yielded the Top 10 single, “Love Your Love the Most” and the current single, “Hell on the Heart,” which is Top 25 and climbing. Rolling Stone praised the album’s “surging guitars bolstering good-ol’-boy narratives,” and The New York Times declared, “His music puts rock muscle behind honky-tonk and turns ballads into intimate close-ups.” Carolina follows the breakthrough success of Church’s critically acclaimed first effort, Sinners Like Me, which claimed three Top 20 singles and a #1 video. The album earned Church widespread praise from Associated Press, Rolling Stone, People Magazine and The New York Times. Visit www.EricChurch.com for more information.
About Emily West:
Emily West’s rich, distinctive vocals and smart, emotive songs combined with her energetic and engaging stage presence make her hard to ignore, much like the iconic female country artists – Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette and Loretta Lynn – that she’s always looked up to. “Emily West is an original,” explains Keith Urban, who is featured on "Blue Sky," the heartbreaking new single that West co-penned with Gary Burr. The song illustrates the pain from the split of West’s parents after 32 years of marriage. Visit www.myspace.com/emilywest for more information.
About CRS:
The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the country music industry. Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. CRS 2010 will be held Feb. 24-26, 2010 in Nashville, Tenn. Register at www.CRB.org or by contacting the Country Radio Broadcasters at 615-327-4487.
About CRB:
The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format. More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at 615-327-4487.
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General Tommy Franks Announced As Kenote Speaker At Operation Yellow Ribbon on March 23
Nashville, TN — General Tommy Franks (Ret.) has been confirmed as the keynote speaker at Operation Yellow Ribbon to be held at Lipscomb University March 23, President L. Randolph Lowry announced today. Special acoustic performances by Charlie Daniels and Amy Grant will also be a part of the evening activities.
Operation Yellow Ribbon features a daylong symposium sponsored by Lipscomb University and Challenge America. The symposium will focus on discussions about solutions for the transition from battlefield to home front for returning military. Breakout sessions will address a variety of topics including returning injured military and adapting to life after those injuries.
Capping off the day’s events, Franks will address attendees at Lipscomb’s Allen Arena. Special musical appearances by Daniels and Grant are also scheduled for the 7 p.m. event.
“Our goal is to provide a day of significant conversations and networking between leaders from the private and public sectors with input from military members and their families resulting in real solutions. At the end of the day, we believe Operation Yellow Ribbon will establish more effective methods to serve our returning military,” Lowry said.
Admission to the symposium is by invitation only. A limited number of tickets for the evening event with Franks, Daniels and Grant will go on sale for $10 on Feb. 15 at the Lipscomb University box office and through Ticketmaster. Members of the military and their families will be invited as guests of the events corporate sponsors. Proceeds from the event benefit Lipscomb University’s Yellow Ribbon Program..
Lipscomb’s Yellow Ribbon Program offers eligible military veterans and their family members an undergraduate degree tuition-free or a graduate degree at a greatly reduced tuition rate.
The mission of Challenge America is to work with communities across the United States in linking new and existing services and supporting the development of recreational and occupational programs to better serve returning injured military and their families.
JANUARY 28, 2010 – FEBRUARY 1, 2010 (click on link below for full release)
Gillette Uncut Music Film Series Makes Its World Premiere In Los Angeles
JOSH TURNER - upcoming TV appearances
CRB, Inc. Announces Talent for Sony Music Nashville Luncheon at CRS 2010
Wynonna, The Oaks, join Michael W. Smith for Haiti
Larry The Cable Guy Wants You To Join Him For The Ultimate Tailgate Party With His New DVD, In Stores February 2
Cracker Barrel and Daily & Vincent Honor Statler Brothers With Exclusive New Release
Dierks Bentley, Randy Houser, Jamey Johnson to BamaJam 2010
Taylor Swift Wins Four Grammys, Including Album of the Year
General Tommy Franks Announced As Kenote Speaker At Operation Yellow Ribbon on March 23
