Country music artist John Michael Montgomery has voluntarily
checked himself into a rehabilitation treatment center at an
undisclosed location for substance abuse (due to severe anxiety
attacks and sleep disorder) and has cancelled all concert dates
and personal appearances for the next 30 days.
From John Michael Montgomery:
“I will be disappearing for a while to try and defeat the demons that
have stripped me of my energy of life and good health for so many
years now. I assure you that however long it may take, I'm gonna
fight to the end and come out stronger.”
John Michael’s label, Stringtown Records, will continue to work his
new single, “If You Ever Went Away” in preparation for the
September release of his new album, Time Flies.
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FOUR GREAT COUNTRY ARTISTS MAKE THE HONKY TONK
TAILGATE PARTY ’08
A CAN’T MISS CONCERT EVENT
( NASHVILLE , Tenn. ) – March 10, 2008 – Four of country music’s
favorite artists join forces this summer for the “Honky Tonk Tailgate
Party ‘08” tour. Mark Wills, Buddy Jewell, Ray Scott and
Trent Willmon take the stage each night giving fans both hit driven
individual sets as well as a memorable ensemble finale where the
guys are just as likely to trade quips as lyrics.
The Honky Tonk Tailgate Party ‘08 officially kicks off in May and
dates continue to be added to the schedule. Current stops include
shows in California , Oklahoma , Maine , Michigan , New Mexico ,
Oklahoma , South Dakota , Texas , Vermont and Wisconsin . For a
complete schedule, visit http://www.thehonkytonktailgateparty.com/.
“This show is an event, not just a concert,” says Buddy Lee
Attractions agent Jon Folk. “With four artists of this caliber, fans are
certainly getting their hard-earned money’s worth. The camaraderie
that Mark, Buddy, Trent and Ray share is sure to provide some fun
moments on stage.”
The award winning Mark Will s has scored 8 top 10 hits and has
made a name for himself as the gifted interpreter of such tender
sentiments as “Wish You Were Here” and “Don’t Laugh At Me.” The
ACM’s Top New Male Vocalist of 1999 hosts GAC’s television
series “The Year” and his hit song “19 Somethin’” won Billboard’s
most played country single of the year. Will s’ new album, Familiar
Stranger, releases on Equity Music Group this spring.
www.markwills.com
After winning the title of America’s first “Nashville Star,” Buddy
Jewell skyrocketed onto the country music charts with hits like “Help
Pour Out the Rain,” “If She Were Any Other Woman,” and “Sweet
Southern Comfort,” among others. His solid vocals and lyrics
earned him nominations and recognition from the ACM’s, CMA’s,
CMT Flameworthy Awards and Grammy’s. Jewell is currently
working on his third studio album. www.buddyjewell.com
Warner Bros. Records released Ray Scott’s debut album in
November 2005 to an overwhelming enthusiastic reception. My
Kind of Music became the #1 selling country album on Billboard’s
“Heatseeker’s” chart that week and the #1 selling album on CMT’s
(Country Music Television) sales chart. The album landed on the
“Top 10 Albums of 2005” lists in Billboard, Dallas Morning News
and the Miami Herald to name a few. Scott is currently in the studio
working on his sophomore album due in stores later this year.
www.rayscott.com
Trent Will mon first captured country music audiences with songs
like “Beer Man,” “Dixie Rose Deluxe’s” and “Home Sweet Holiday
Inn” (which was used in a national commercial for the hotel chain)
and his sophomore album, A Little More Livin’, produced his first
Top 25 single, “On Again Tonight.” He plays the lead role in a family
friendly Western releasing this summer and his third album, Broken
In, hits stores on February 26, 2008. www.trentwillmon.com
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RAY SCOTT TAKES THE BULL BY THE HORNS -
SELF RELEASES NEW ALBUM, CRAZY LIKE ME
( NASHVILLE , Tenn. ) – May 5, 2008 – Known for his depth as a
songwriter and his outlaw-esque sound, Ray Scott is taking the
reigns of his career and self-releasing a new CD, Crazy Like Me, on
his own label, Jethropolitan Records. Crazy Like Me will be
available digitally in late May. Physical CDs will only be available at
www.rayscott.com and at all Ray Scott shows beginning in early
June. There will be no retail distribution at this time. Advance
orders of Crazy Like Me placed on his website will be autographed.
Capitalizing on the success of his debut release, My Kind of Music,
(Warner Bros. Records) as well as his current national tour, the
Honky Tonk Tailgate Party 2008 with Mark Wills, Trent Willmon and
Buddy Jewell, the timing was perfect to release the album featuring
ten songs written exclusively by Scott and his longtime friend and co-
writer as well as Crazy Like Me producer Phillip Moore.
“After a couple of frustrating years dealing with a big record label
that was no longer holding up their end of the deal, I'm finally free,
and the taste of freedom is sweet! The time has never been better
in the music biz to do something different,” says Scott. To read the
rest of his no-holds-barred view, visit his newly revamped website
at www.rayscott.com.
Jethropolitan Records took control of the website making it easier to
navigate, adding fan message boards, photo galleries,
merchandise store and full streaming of the new album.
The 2nd Annual Friends of Ray Scott Party held during CMA Music
Fest on Friday, June 6 will be the official release party for the new
album. Fans can buy tickets online at his website while they last.
Jethropolitan Records will be run by Shelia Shipley Biddy, Scott’s co-
manager, publicity handled by Amy Willis and business
management by Jamie Mrzena. All will maintain their respective
roles with Hallmark Direction Company and Stringtown Records.
Warner Bros. Records released Ray Scott’s debut album in
November 2005 to an overwhelming enthusiastic reception. My
Kind of Music became the #1 selling country album on Billboard’s
“Heatseeker’s” chart that week and the #1 selling album on CMT’s
(Country Music Television) sales chart. With singles like “Gone
Either Way,” “I Didn’t Come Here to Talk” and the title track, My Kind
of Music landed on the “Top 10 Albums of 2005” lists in Billboard,
Dallas Morning News and the Miami Herald to name a few. Scott
will be featured in an upcoming PBS special, “Outlaw Trail,” airing
this fall.
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