THE GATLIN BROTHERS TO BE HONORED WITH STAR-STUDDED TRIBUTE FOR 70TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Special Live Concert Set for February 23 at Historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville

The Oak Ridge Boys, Big & Rich, Mae Estes, Lee Greenwood, T. Graham Brown, David Phelps, John Berry, Lorrie Morgan, The Isaacs, Mark Wills, Red Steagall, T.G. Sheppard, Kelly Lang and More to Tip Their Hats to Larry, Steve and Rudy Gatlin

With Special Appearances by Gary Sinise and Nancy Jones

Known as one of the most iconic acts in country music, The Gatlin Brothers will be spotlighted with a special tribute at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Monday, February 23. The star-studded show will be in celebration of Larry, Steve and Rudy's 70th anniversary. It's a history-making milestone featuring all original members from 1955 when their musical journey began.

Tickets for the celebration go on-sale this Friday, December 19 at 10:00 a.m. CT via ryman.com. Pre-sales begin tomorrow, December 18, at 10:00 a.m. CT (code: GOLD).

Larry says the legendary trio will be forever thankful for the decades-long support.

"Brother Steve, Brother Rudy, and I are grateful to God for the 70 years we have had making music together," Larry explains. "We are thankful for our millions of fans all over the world and for the good folks in Nashville who helped us make the music. We’re also grateful to the performers and friends who will be participating in our 70th Anniversary Celebration. Keep the faith."

Many of the greatest hits recorded by The Gatlin Brothers will be performed during the tribute event. Here’s a peek at the lineup: The Oak Ridge Boys, Big & Rich, Mae Estes, Lee Greenwood, T. Graham Brown, David Phelps, John Berry, Lorrie Morgan, The Isaacs, Mark Wills, Red Steagall, T.G. Sheppard, Kelly Lang and more, accompanied by Sixwire as the backing band. The evening will also feature special appearances by Gary Sinise and Nancy Jones.

Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks.

TG SHEPPARD AND KELLY LANG HOSTING "COUNTRY FOR A CAUSE" - JUNE 8 AT 3RD AND LINDSLEY

T.G. Sheppard, Kelly Lang and their closest friends are coming together for love of the children in this year's “COUNTRY FOR A CAUSE” at 3rd & Lindsley on June 8 at 7p CT with proceeds going to Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.

Slated to perform are some of the biggest names in country music including:

- JOHN RICH

- MICHELLE WRIGHT

- JOHN BERRY

- RHONDA VINCENT

- WENDY MOTEN

- JOHN FORD COLEY

- T. GRAHAM BROWN

- TWITTY & LYNN

- THE ISAACS

- WILLIAM LEE GOLDEN AND THE GOLDENS

- DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE

- RICHARD LYNCH

- ROB KURTZ

- MAKENZIE PHIPPS

- PAIGE KING JOHNSON

The event will be hosted by TG and Kelly and Nashville's sweetheart, Devon O'Day will be the evening's emcee.

Tickets are $40 and can be purchased here.

TG SHEPPARD AND KELLY LANG ANNOUNCE NEW NATIONAL TELEVISION SERIES, LOOK WHO'S COMING TO DINNER

Debut Episode Features Special Guests Paul Shaffer, John Rich, Gretchen Wilson, Moe Bandy, Charlene Tilton and Springer Mountain Farms' Gus Arrendale

Catch the Star-Studded Premiere this November, Airing Nationally on Heartland,

The Family Channel, The Country Network, AMG-TV and More

Photo ID left to right:

Gus Arrendale, Gretchen Wilson, John Rich, Kelly Lang, Charlene Tilton, Moe Bandy, 

TG Sheppard, Paul Shaffer

Ever wanted to know what goes down when celebrities gather for dinner? Well, now you can. Later this month, country legend TG Sheppard and his better half, singer-songwriter Kelly Lang, are inviting everyone to dine at their table, giving fans the chance to see what happens, first-hand.

Today, Sheppard and Lang announced their new television program, Look Who's Coming to Dinner, a series of one-hour specials, airing later this month on Heartland, The Family Channel, The Country Network, AMG-TV, Ride TV, Country TV, and Cayman 27.

"We've invited some of our good friends to join us for these TV specials," explains Sheppard. "We wanted to give people a chance to be a 'fly on the wall,' so to speak, and to experience what goes on when we invite our celebrity friends to dinner."

The hour-long premiere episode will feature celebrity dinner guests such as country music stars Gretchen Wilson, Moe Bandy and Big & Rich's John Rich, along with Charlene Tilton of Dallas fame, Paul Shaffer, Music Director of Late Night with David Letterman, and Gus Arrendale, President of Springer Mountain Farms.

"Throughout our marriage, TG and I have hosted many parties that our celebrity friends have attended," says Lang. "Inevitably, someone breaks out in song and/or tells an incredible story that a fan would love to have heard. These specials allow someone to take a behind-the-scene peek at what these dinners are like and how celebrities interact."

The star-studded cast will speak candidly about their private lives, advice they've received from respected mentors, living in the public eye, as well as upcoming new projects.

Filming throughout the country, each special will be taped at a different location, at a famous landmark that people will recognize. The premiere episode, produced by Jeff Moseley/CJM Productions, was filmed at Nashville's Fontanel Mansion — the former home of international superstar, Barbara Mandrell.

The series is sponsored by Springer Mountain Farms. The upcoming premiere is a prelude to an ongoing series with additional episodes to be filmed in the coming months. Sheppard and Lang have signed-on to host multiple episodes.

Look Who's Coming to Dinner will air nationally and internationally beginning November 21.

Heartland Premiere & Encore Air Dates:

Wednesday, November 21 at 4:00 pm/ET
Sunday, December 30 at 4:00 pm/ET
Wednesday, January 23 at 4:00 pm/ET

The Family Channel Premiere & Encore Air Dates:
Wednesday, November 21 at 7:00 pm/ET
Saturday, December 29 at 5:00 pm/ET
Saturday, January 19 at 6:00 pm/ET

(Additional network airings to be announced)

HEARTLAND TV'S COUNTRY MUSIC TODAY TO PREMIERE NEW MUSIC VIDEO FROM KELLY LANG

 

This Friday night, December 15, Heartland TV will exclusively premiere an all-new music video by country music singer-songwriter Kelly Lang.

The official music video for "His Guitar" (a tune included on Lang's new self-written/produced album, Obsession) will air at 11 PM CT on Heartland's Country Music Today video program. Re-airings will be broadcast on Saturday at 5 PM CT and Sunday at 5 AM CT.

Following the premiere, "His Guitar" will be added into regular rotation on Country Music Today as well as Heartland's Third Shift music video show.

For local television listings, visit WatchHeartlandTV.com.

Lang's new album, Obsession, is available for purchase now.

Connect with Kelly Lang at kellylang.net.

ARTIST LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR 2017 CHRISTMAS 4 KIDS TOUR BUS SHOW

Artists Participating at this Year's Bus Show Include Halfway to Hazard, Shenandoah,

TG Sheppard, Kelly Lang, 3 Doors Down, 38 Special, and More

The Christmas 4 Kids organization has announced its lineup of participating artists for this year's annual tour bus show to be held at the Hendersonville, Tennessee Walmart. On Monday, December 11 from 5-9 PM, stars will gather on parked tour buses to meet fans and give them an inside look at a country artist's home on the road. 

This year's participating celebrities include Halfway to Hazard, Shenandoah, TG Sheppard, Kelly Lang, 3 Doors Down, 38 Special, Denny Strickland, Buddy Jewell, Lewis Brice, Jan Howard, Adairs Run, Charlene Tilton, and more. Admission to the event is $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for children ages 2-12 and $20 for a family pass. Admission for children under 2 is free. Tickets may be purchased onsite at the Hendersonville Walmart (204 North Anderson Lane, Hendersonville, TN 37075) on the day of the event.

On Tuesday, December 12, over 400 underprivileged children from 29 different schools around Middle Tennessee will participate in a day-long shopping excursion. This special day consists of a chauffeured trip from their school aboard an entertainer's luxury tour bus, dinner, and a party hosted by Santa and Mrs. Claus. To wrap up the day, the tour buses journey to the Hendersonville  Walmart, where the kids receive a brand new winter coat, and $150.00 to spend on anything they like.

Christmas 4 Kids is a not-for-profit organization that has been in existence for 35 years providing many children, each year, with a very special Christmas gift.

For more information on Christmas 4 Kids, visit www.christmas4kids.org.

TANYA TUCKER, OAK RIDGE BOYS, MARK WILLS AND MORE HEADLINE 'STARS BEHIND THE STARS' TO SUPPORT DALLAS POLICE ASSOCIATION’S ASSIST THE OFFICER FOUNDATION JULY 27 AT WORLD-FAMOUS BILLY BOB’S TEXAS

EDITORIAL NOTE:  THIS IS WHY I SUPPORT AND LOVE COUNTRY MUSIC,  ALWAYS GIVING BACK AND DOING WHAT'S RIGHT ... Jenn

Country music superstars didn’t hesitate to come together for #STARSBEHINDTHESTARS to support the families of slain Dallas police officers. In light of the tragedy, more than fifteen artists, including Tanya Tucker, The Oak Ridge Boys, Mark Wills, Collin Raye, Janie Fricke, T.G. Sheppard, Kelly Lang, The Bellamy Brothers, T.Graham Brown, Johnny Lee, Gene Watson, John Conlee. Ronnie McDowell, Mickey Gilley and Moe Bandy will travel from Nashville and beyond to perform during a benefit concert at the world-famous Billy Bob’s Texas Wednesday, July 27. Randy Travis will also make a special appearance during the event.

Tickets ($10 General Admission, $20 Reserve) are on sale now HERE.

#STARSBEHINDTHESTARS will donate 100% of all proceeds to Dallas Police Association’s Assist the Officer Foundation. The Assist the Officer Foundation provides immediate financial assistance to an officer’s family in the event of the death of an active officer. #backtheblue #ATODallas

COUNTRY SINGER/SONGWRITER KELLY LANG RELEASES 'THROWBACK' WITH SPECIAL GUESTS OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN, PAUL SHAFFER AND LEE GREENWOOD

Album Accompanied by Special Nashville Show on March 29 at 3rd and Lindsley Presented by Springer Mountain Farms Chicken

Recording artist and acclaimed songwriter, Kelly Lang, will take the stage at Nashville’s 3rd and Lindsley on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 7PM to perform songs from her brand new album Throwback. The show will spotlight songs from the star-studded project, which includes guest appearances by entertainment icon Olivia Newton-John, “God Bless the U.S.A.” singer Lee Greenwood and former band leader on “Late Show with David Letterman,” Paul Shaffer. Tickets for the show are just $15 and are available in advance at www.3rdandlindsley.com and at the door. The Springer Mountain Farms Chicken sponsored show will take fans on a roller coaster ride with a very special surprise.

“In recording these, it was strictly out of honor for the artists who recorded it before. I’m trying to pass along my appreciation for these artists to future generations,” says Lang. “I heard a very interesting quote, which pretty much sums it up: ‘singing an old song is like visiting an old friend.’”

The latest album, which hits the highest and lowest of emotions, is available now on iTunes, Amazon and kellylang.net. The inspiration behind the project comes from a series of “Throwback Thursday” videos on Lang’s Facebook page, where she sings some of her favorite ‘throwback’ tunes. Listen in close, as the talented singer pours her heart out on standout tracks like “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart” featuring Olivia Newton John, who adds, “My dear friend Kelly Lang has sung some of my favorite songs on this CD and I loved singing our hero Barry Gibb's song with her!” Fans can step inside the studio with Olivia and Kelly in a behind-the-scenes video HERE. Also featured on the album is the breathtaking “Last Date,” which features “Late Night With David Letterman” band leader Paul Shaffer playing keyboard (check out behind-the-scenes footage HERE). Grammy award winning singer Lee Greenwood teams with Lang on the ballad, “It Turns Me Inside Out,” which fans can preview HERE.

The project, which was recently spotlighted on Billboard, sees Lang tackling songs originally made famous by top artists like Kenny Rogers on the track “Morning Desire.” Lang had the honor of performing at the iconic singer’s Country Music Hall of Fame induction alongside Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees. The CD also features the cut “I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You,” which was made famous by the late Elvis Presley, who was a close friend to Lang’s husband, 21-time country chart-topper T.G. Sheppard. The project was released via Leopard Entertainment and produced by Kelly Lang.

Lang is no stranger to success, getting her start in the business as the winner of the hit television show “Ed McMahon’s Star Search.” Over the years, she has also excelled as a talented songwriter, penning multiple songs for Lorrie Morgan, including tracks on upcoming albums Letting Go Slow and A Picture of Me – Greatest Hits & More. The talented singer/songwriter also wrote eight songs on T.G. Sheppard’s latest critically acclaimed album, Legendary Friends & Country Duets.

Throwback Track Listing:

1. By The Time I Get To Phoenix
2. It Turns Me Inside Out (duet with Lee Greenwood)
3. Baby Don’t Get Hooked On Me
4. Till I Can make It On My Own
5. Crying
6. How Can You Mend a Broken Heart (duet with Olivia Newton-John)
7. Neither One of Us Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye
8. Morning Desire
9. Something
10. Last Date (featuring Paul Shaffer on piano)
11. I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You
12. Kiss You All Over

#EVENT (NASHVILLE, TN) - TUES, 3/29 - KELLY LANG "THROWBACK" CD RELEASE PARTY AT 3RD AND LINDSLEY

3rd & Lindsley Presents: KELLY LANG CD Release Show
Tuesday, Mar 29, 2016 at 7:00 PM CDT 
Doors open at 6:00 PM 
Price: $15.00
Purchase Tickets Here: http://tktwb.tw/1RHuVvg

Kelly Lang Website - http://www.kellylang.net/

Proudly sponsored by Springer Mountain Farms Chicken.

As a recent inductee into the North American Country Music Hall Of Fame, Kelly Lang's career continues to grow at a rapid pace. She was recently invited by Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees to perform "Islands In The Stream" in honor of Kenny Roger's, at his recent Country Music Hall Of Fame induction. Kelly and Barry also performed together at the Grand Ole Opry.

Along with balancing a busy career as a performing artist, Kelly is a highly sought after and accomplished songwriter and producer. Kelly's songs have been featured on the major motion picture screen and have been recorded by artists such as Lorrie Morgan, Jerry Lee Lewis, Crystal Gayle, George Jones, BJ Thomas, The Oak Ridge Boys, and Janie Frickie to name a few.

Kelly’s latest release “Throwback” was inspired by her “Throwback Thursday” videos on Facebook, which have garnered close to half a million views in the last year alone. Kelly’s weekly take on classic country songs have created a lasting impression on her fans that rapidly share, like and request their favorites each week. Kelly recognized the craving for classic songs and recorded “Throwback” in honor of her fans. Kelly was thrilled to have Olivia Newton-John, Lee Greenwood and Paul Shaffer from The Late Show with David Letterman, join her in the studio to record duets, which also appear on the album. Kelly will perform the entire album top to bottom and is looking forward to hearing the fans sing along to these familiar tunes.