Congratulations American Country Music Award winner Jimmie Allen!
Allen was the first Black artist to launch a career with two consecutive No. 1 hits on country radio
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Allen was the first Black artist to launch a career with two consecutive No. 1 hits on country radio
"Real country songs are life and love and heartache, drinking and Mama and having a good time…but it’s the sounds of the instruments too" - Alan Jackson
Brian Fallon and Dave Hause: February 23, 2017 – KOKO, London “Holy shit, London, we’re doing this!” With Dave Hause, you know exactly what you’re going to get. The show…
"Without the grassroots venues...the musical landscape of this country would be vastly different"
“The first time I heard Hailey Whitters’ voice, I was in. I believe every word she sings. I was so happy she asked me to sing with her" - Trisha…
"For the last three evenings, time has lost all meaning, I've just been transported to an otherworldly place, where the trials and sadness of the real world were forgotten, the…
"What a beautiful tribute! Well done everyone!" - Jake Keating
"Such a thoughtful, considered and fun virtual showcase. This is how it's done - absolutely engaging!" - Millie Millgate
"Your voice is like caramel!! Christ!! This is so beautiful. Those harmonies... Ahh lads. You're killing me!" - Megan O'Neill
There will be 14 hours of showcase performances on January 26 and 27, 2021, and a John Prine Tribute Show and awards ceremony on January 28!
“Most cities have one sound, but there are many Memphis sounds. I tried to make a record that honors that"
"Meeting Noel, I realized that my dream of signing to Creation wasn’t that far fetched, if I could pull off what I did that night”
"This has been a journey, full of creation and discovery"
"We have enlisted some of the best people in the country to help us pull this off, so expect the finest in production quality, video and sound"
"It's a true honor to be a part of such an amazing roster of talent"
"I love how these songs turned out. Playing them live was a highlight of 2020 for me" - Derek Sanders