Susan Hickman Is "One Of Those Who Makes It Up There" In Country
Weekly Magazine
Listen Up! Feature Offers Free Download Now Through March 1
Nashville, TN (February 15, 2010) -- Susan Hickman explains how classic
rock, opera and religious music fueled her love of song and gave her the drive
and desire to entertain in the Listen Up! feature of February 22's issue of
Country Weekly (on stands today). The Texas beauty also gives the
magazine's readers a sneak peek at her upcoming CD (SUSAN HICKMAN),
with a free download of "One Of Those Who Makes It Up There." The track is
available now through March 1 from www.countryweekly.com/freemusic.
"I grew up singin' in the choir," Hickman explains. "But there's been a lot of
living 'in between' the church and the honky tonks and festivals where I
perform now," the petite 24-year old says with a laugh. "And I've learned a lot
along the way."
The singer will take that knowledge and her energetic stage show with her
when she begins her first European tour next month. Billed as the "3 Star
Texas BBQ Tour," Susan joins fellow entertainers Jody Booth and Liz Talley
for 10-day tour (March 5-14) that covers Germany, Holland and Switzerland.
Fans can enjoy Susan's blog and hear more music at
www.susanhickman.com and www.MySpace.com/SusanHickman, or
purchase music at iTunes and CDBaby.
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Natural Nuance, Poetic Imagination And Magical Tone Highlight Becky
Schlegel's New CD, DANDELION
Purchase Now Online Or In Stores April 6
Nashville, TN (February 1, 2010) -- Becky Schlegel's newest CD,
DANDELION (LILLY RAY/IGO Records), is a live-sounding record that is rich
with natural nuance, poetic imaginings and magical tone. Co-produced by
Schlegel and Brian Fesler and recorded in Minnesota, the project drops April
6, 2010. "We took a more relaxed, spontaneous approach on
DANDELION,"says Becky, a new Nashville resident. "We let the songs be
free to end up where they were destined to be."
The 13-song collection resonates with Schlegel's insightful originals and
ever-engaging voice. Two very special guests appear on the disc: Randy
Kohrs (Dolly Parton, Tom T. Hall) and Josh Williams (Rhonda Vincent, 2009
IBMA Guitar Player of the Year). Seasoned musicians adding their talents
include: Brian Fesler (Banjo, Acoustic/Electric Guitars); Richard Dworsky,
Benny Weinbeck (Piano); Gordon Johnson (Bass); Marc Anderson, Phil Hey
(Percussion/Drums); Michael Witcher (Resonator Guitar); Kenny Wilson
(Pedal Steel, Electric Guitar); Clint Hoover (Chromatic/Diatonic Harps) and
Josh Williams, Jeff Midkiff and Joe Cruz on Mandolin.
What makes DANDELION so striking is the continued growth of Becky's
songwriting and her polished comfort in the producer's chair. While her voice
has been compared to Alison Krauss, and her writing compared to that of
Sarah McLachlan and Jewel, there is no denying that DANDELION offers the
purest and best of Becky Schlegel all around. An Appalachian thread runs
throughout the project, and Schlegel draws heavily upon her bluegrass
heritage to add an earthy sparkle and subtle shine to each track. From the
memories of her grandmother, glimpsed throughout the disc's opener
"Anna," to the haunting vignettes invoked by the title track, her imaging paints
portraits that are startling in their vividness. Her current single, "Colorado
Line," is a mid-tempo look back at a well-remembered goodbye - and what
might have been, while the engaging "I Never Loved You Cowboy," is a tune
inspired by a real-life teenaged breakup. Schlegel confronts infidelity in "So
Embarrassing," which features the artful harmonies and signature Resonator
Guitar of Kohrs. "When It Rains" showcases Williams joining Schlegel to
create a mesmerizing vocal pairing.
DANDELION is her most "country" effort to date; the result of songs pulled
from past memories and dreams unfulfilled and heretofore unspoken. The
disc will be in stores nationwide on April 6, but fans can order copies online
now. DANDELION is Becky's fourth solo album of originals, following RED
LEAF, DRIFTER LIKE ME, and the critically-acclaimed FOR ALL THE WORLD
TO SEE. The Minnesota Music Academy has honored her for five consecutive
years, and in 2003, 2005 and 2008, she performed at the IBMA's prestigious
Songwriters' Showcase. Schlegel continues to entertain fans at intimate
venues surrounding her new Nashville home, and across the Midwest.
Fans can learn more about Becky and purchase her music at
www.beckyschlegel.com.
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Todd Fritsch Makes HLSR "Three-peat" - Returns For Shows
February 25, 26 & 27
Also Appears At The Hideout March 6
Offers Fans Free Download of "Cowboy Legacy"
Houston, TX (February 11, 2010) -- Country entertainer Todd Fritsch makes a
"three-peat" when he returns to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
(http://hlsr.com/) talent lineup again this year. Fritsch and his band Stampede will
barrel into the Rodeo (and its associated World Championship Bar-B-Que
Contest) for the third consecutive year, bringing Todd's unique "traditional with a
twist" sound back to the Rodeo stages for shows February 25, 26 and 27 and at
The Hideout on Saturday, March 6.
Thursday (Feb. 25), Friday (Feb. 26) and Saturday (Feb. 27) :
9 - 11 p.m. (DAILY performances at the World Championship Bar-B-Que Contest,
Private Tent)
Saturday, February 27:
12:30 - 2 p.m. (World Championship Bar-B-Que Contest's GARDEN STAGE)
Saturday, March 6:
8:30 p.m. (The Hideout)
In addition to his performances, Todd will assist in the judging aspects of the
Contest, and it's a task he takes to heart. "This is Texas," he reminds us. "We do
things in a big way here, and we are serious about our music and our Bar-B-Que."
As a thank you to all of his rodeo-going fans, Todd is offering a free download (
now through March 6 ) of "Cowboy Legacy," a song he wrote and recorded in tribute
to the late Chris LeDoux at www.ToddFritsch.com.
A working cowboy, Fritsch juggles his successful music career while taking care of
his share of work on the family's ranch in Fayetteville, Texas. The 28-year old has
already released two well-received albums (TODD FRITSCH and SAWDUST), and
charted several hit singles (What's Wrong With Me, Small Town Radio, I Don't Live
Here Anymore, I Got Mexico, and a duet with Texas legend, Gary P. Nunn, Every
Honky Tonkin' Hero (Has His Day). He's played honky tonks, festivals and fairs
throughout the Southwest and in Europe, appeared on radio and television
(GAC-TV, Good Day Dallas, Great Day Houston) and in the feature film, PALO
PINTO GOLD, and graced the pages of Country Weekly, Best In Texas, Open
Range and Texas Music magazines. Over the past few months, Todd's been
working in the studio on his next album.
Fans can also learn more about Todd online at
http://www.MySpace.com/ToddFritsch and www.Facebook.com/ToddFritsch.
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Mark Wayne Glasmire Is
"Who's New" in Country Weekly
Nashville, TN (January 11, 2010) - Mark Wayne Glasmire kicks off the new
year with a full-page Who's New feature in Country Weekly magazine's
January 18 issue, on stands today. Glasmire supported his debut country
radio single, "Everything Is Gonna Be Alright," with a Fall radio tour, television
and talk radio appearances, and engaging live performances for fans from
Pennsylvania to Texas.
The Who's New profile (Glasmire's second magazine appearance) shares
the story of Mark's Bethlehem, Pennsylvania raising and his unusual career
path. His upcoming CD, LIFE GOES ON, will issue nationally this Spring, and
Mark continues with radio station visits in support of his music.
FANS can purchase Mark's music online at iTunes, CDBaby and
www.markwayneglasmire.com.
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"3 Star Texas BBQ Party" Takes Tasty Mix Of Country To European Fans
Houstonians Susan Hickman, Liz Talley & Jody Booth On Tour March 5 - 15
Nashville, TN (January 22, 2010) -- Houstonians and country entertainers Susan
Hickman, Liz Talley and Jody Booth have partnered for a "3 Star Texas BBQ Party"
tour. The three solo artists will perform for European country music fans, March 5
-15, at a variety of intimate venues and at the prestigious Country Music Messe in
Berlin.
SUSAN HICKMAN's music is a blend of rocking, uplifting country that's drawing
comparisons to Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and Allison Moorer. Susan's
live shows are energetic, and she's shared the stage with Tracy Byrd, Jo Dee
Messina, The Lost Trailers and Phil Vassar. She's released five European singles,
including her recent Top 5 international hit, "Sunday Paper." Her current single, a
re-make of the Allman Brothers' classic, "Whipping Post," showcases the bluesy
side of this sultry-voiced singer. The track is from her CD, SUSAN HICKMAN, just
released internationally in December.(www.susanhickman.com)
LIZ TALLEY, already a European favorite,takes listeners back to the glory days of
the Texas Dancehall when twin fiddles and steel guitars ruled the night. A
drummer since the age of 14, Liz has kept the beat for Tommy Cash, Wanda
Jackson, Tony Booth and Barbara Fairchild. As a soloist, Liz Has opened for Mel
Tillis, Eddy Raven, Gene Watson and George Jones. Her current single is the
bouncy, tongue-in-cheek "Johnny Getting Out of Jail Barbeque" from her
most-recent CD, MORE THAN SATISFIED. (www.liztalleymusic.com)
JODY BOOTH is creating a stir, not just in his native Texas, but in Nashville as Jody
Booth bxw (credit Melanie Hall)well. His current single, "Gold Digger," is a
country-as-dirt, two-steppin' tribute to "high-maintenance women - and the poor
fools who love 'em." His upcoming CD, HEAVEN AND HELL, is a 12-track
tour-de-force offering up the soul-baring truths of Kristofferson paired with vocal
abilities reminiscent of Haggard or Jones. He humbly admits to opening for Willie
Nelson, Tracy Lawrence, Jack Ingram and Roger Creager. (www.jodybooth.com)
The "3 Star Texas BBQ Party" schedule:
SWITZERLAND
DATES: March 5, 6, 7, 8
VENUE: Jolly Jamper in BULACH / acoustic shows @ 20.00 each night
BELGIUM and/or HOLLAND
DATES: March 9, 10, 11 (TBA; check artists' websites for up-to-the-minute details)
GERMANY
VENUE: 15th Annual Country Music Messe, BERLIN (March 12, 13, 14)
SHOWS: March 13, Stars &Stripes Stage (Full Band) @14.30-16.00
March 14, Bluebird Café Stage (acoustic) @14.45 - 16.15
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