WADE BOWEN GEARS UP FOR
“LIVE AT BILLY BOB’S”
ALBUM AND DVD ON NOV. 21, 2009

NASHVILLE, TN - Nov. 5, 2009 - Award winning singer/songwriter WADE BOWEN is heading to the world famous Billy Bob’s Texas to record his highly anticipated cd/dvd compilation - “Live at Billy Bob’s.”  Bowen and his band will head to Ft. Worth on Nov. 21 to document the evening of amazing music for their fans.  “The thought of preserving a performance at my favorite venue for years to come is really exciting,” said Bowen. “And, to top it off, I don’t think there is a better band in the world to do it with than the one that plays with me every night.  It’s definitely something we’re really proud about doing.”

Fans can expect to see Bowen perform some his biggest radio hits, along with many fan-favorite tracks from his latest award-winning album, “If We Ever Make It Home.”

“This is going to be a show that fans definitely will not want to miss,” explains Bowen. “There are going to be a few special guests and some big surprises!”

In April, Bowen took home the Texas Music Awards' Male Vocalist of the Year Award.  Additionally, he snagged the industry voted Album of the Year for "If We Ever Make it Home" as well as Vocal Performance of the Year for the title track at the Lone Star Music Awards. Bowen also scored three #1 singles on the Texas Music Chart and the Texas Regional Radio Chart for “You Had Me At My Best,” “If We Ever Make It Home” and “Nobody’s Fool.” After only two weeks, his new single “Trouble” is currently at #18 on both charts, and the video debuted at No. one on CMT’s Pure channel.

Bowen also recently took a break from his extensive tour schedule to make his debut at the legendary Grand Ole Opry.  For a full list of upcoming tour dates, visit www.wadebowen.com. 
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FORT WORTH, TEXAS - After a year of non-stop touring in support of their fourth studio album, Austin roots-rockers Micky & the Motorcars will release their first ever live album, Live at Billy Bob’s Texas, on November 10. Recorded in-concert at the legendary honky-tonk, the Motorcars will join the ranks of some of country music’s greatest as the newest addition to the “Live at Billy Bob’s” series. 

The 3 disc (2CD/1 DVD) combo brings fans center stage in the ultimate concert experience as the boys of Micky & the Motorcars give one of their most pulsating performances of all time. Combining tracks from 2002’s Which Way from Here to the critically acclaimed NAIVE, the collection captures the band’s raw energy as they perform 25 of their greatest hits and fan favorites in an uncut full-length concert. Lead singer, Micky Braun, delivers a flawless and spellbinding set, showcasing his supple vocal range in boisterous rock-anthems like “Bloodshot” and heartfelt melodies like “Seashell” and “Long and Lonely Highway”. 

Idaho natives, Micky Braun (lead vocals and acoustic, electric and rhythm guitar), and older brother Gary Braun (harmony vocals and electric guitar), come from a long line of music tradition. Father, Muzzy Braun, was a folk legend in their home state of Idaho, and their other brothers, Willy & Cody Braun, have already made a name in Texas music and beyond, in the band Reckless Kelly. Other Micky & the Motorcars band members include: Mark McCoy (bass guitar), Kris Farrow (lead guitar), and Shane Vannerson (drums and percussion). 

“Billy Bob’s is the biggest and best Texas venue, with an amazing sound quality and a crowd that always listens and responds with an energy we can all feed off of,” says Gary Braun. DVD features the full length concert and behind the scenes bonus footage. 

To find out more about Micky & the Motorcars visit www.mickyandthemotorcars.com or www.myspace.com/mickyandthemotorcars. 

Click to view 'MICKY AND THE MOTORCARS: LIVE AT BILLY BOB'S TEXAS' Press Kit PDF.

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CCR's 4th Annual Red Dirt Roundup Will Rock Stockyards Sunday, Sept 6

FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS, TEXAS (September 2, 2009) - Cross Canadian Ragweed's 4th annual RED DIRT ROUNDUP returns to the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, Labor Day weekend, Sunday, September 6th. The "North Forty" field, just east of Billy Bob’s Texas, formerly cattle pens, will be transformed into an all day concert venue.

A mixture of Red Dirt Country and alternative rock, the bands performing at the 2009 Red Dirt Roundup include Cross Canadian Ragweed, The Wallflowers featuring Jakob Dylan, Robert Earl Keen, The Randy Rogers Band, Jonathan Tyler, Johnny Cooper, and more! There will be two stages of continuous entertainment, and the festival will allow concert goers to enjoy restaurants and shops in the historic stockyards district. Schedule and showtimes are posted on ccrreddirtroundup.com

Gates open at 11 am with the first band taking the stage at 12 noon. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster locations, ticketmaster.com, and at Billy Bob's Box Office 817-624-7117.
www.billybobstexas.com $30 in advance $40 at the gate
www.ccrreddirtroundup.com

About Cross Canadian Ragweed: Grady Cross, Cody Canada, Randy Ragsdale and Jeremy Plato have known each other since kindergarten in the band's hometown of Yukon, OK. The band has been a force on the alt-country scene since 1998. Their last 2 albums have hit the Billboard top 200 list.

Cross Canadian Ragweed's Red Dirt Roundup - Sunday September 6th - noon til midnight The Fort Worth Stockyards features more than 30 acres of paved, lighted, secure parking. Concert fans will be able to shop and dine within the various restaurants and stores within the Stockyards during this full day of fun.Tickets are $30 in advance or $40 at the gate. Advance tickets are available at ticketmaster or at Billy Bob's Box Office. 817-624-7117

Cross Canadian Ragweed's Red Dirt Roundup is presented by Bud Light, Jack Daniels, Fire It Up Extreme Energy Drink, Constellation Wines, Panhandle Slim, EvenTide Water, The Texas Lottery, Winstar Casinos, Silverleaf Resorts, Riba Foods, and Westwood College.

Lineup (times are subject to change)
Bart Crow, 12:00pm, South
Brandon Jenkins, 12:30, North
Johnny Cooper, 1:00, South
Stephanie Briggs, 1:30, North
Seth James, 2:00, South
Band Of Heathens, 2:30, North
Charlie Robison, 3:15, South
The Gourds, 4:00, North
Jonathan Tyler & TNL, 4:45, South
Jason Isbell, 5:30, North
Lucero, 6:15, South
Randy Rogers Band, 7:00, North
Wallflowers, 8:00, South
Robert Earl Keen, 9:00, North
CCR, 10:00, South

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CLINT OSMUS TO RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM

 FORT WORTH, TEXAS (May 7, 2009) –The newest country music sensation out of Stillwater OK, Clint Osmus, will be releasing his self-titled debut album, Clint Osmus and the Bushmills, with Smith Entertainment on May 12^th.  He will be celebrating the new album with a run of scheduled performances across Oklahoma and Texas. 

The album contains songs produced by Mike McClure, as well as songs produced by Jerry Payne of No Justice. The only track not written by Clint is John Prine’s “Sam Stone,” a song which features special guests Jason Boland, Steve Rice (No Justice) and John Cooper (Red Dirt Rangers). “Stay With Me,” the first single from the new album was released to radio on April 20^th. 

Clint Osmus has shared the stage with a number of acts including: Brandon Rhyder, Eli Young Band and Johnny Cooper, as well as bands originating from Stillwater such as Jason Boland and The Stragglers, No Justice, Mike McClure and the Red Dirt Rangers.  Upcoming show throughout Oklahoma and Texas include: 

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FORT WORTH, TX (MARCH 16, 2009) - Honeybrowne’s single “Put That Ring Back On Your Finger,” from their album Mile by Mile, climbed to #1 on the Texas Music Chart over the weekend. The new studio album, co-produced by lead singer, Fred Andrews, and Austin’s Mark Addison (Bob Shneider, Ian Moore), was released by Smith Entertainment in June 2008 and can be found at Hastings, ITunes and Best Buy.

Out of Austin, TX, Honeybrowne has become a staple on the Texas music scene. They have kept fans captivated for over ten years with their with unique alternative country sound. Mile by Mile deals with every from the trials and tribulations of marriage “Put That Ring Back On Your Finger,” to the joys of parenthood “Personal Lullaby.”  Honeybrowne continues to tour across Texas and surrounding states.

For more information on Honeybrowne or to hear “Put That Ring Back On Your Finger,” visit www.fredandrewsmusic.com or http://www.myspace.com/honeybrowne.

Media Contact:

Leah Lavine, Smith Entertainment, leah@smithmusic.com

Tommy Gallagher Band Celebrates Release of New Studio Album, Always Something, In Hometown of Amarillo, TX 

FORT WORTH, TEXAS (March 4, 2009) The Tommy Gallagher Band will celebrate the release of their new studio album, Always Something, with several scheduled performances in their hometown of Amarillo, TX. They will kick off the March 17^th release of Always Something at the Golden Light Cantina then will return for another release party at Hoots Pub on April 10^th. The current single “Always Something” debuted on the Texas Music Chart this week at #45.  

Tommy Gallagher Band

Tommy Gallagher, lead vocals and rhythm acoustic guitar, comes to the music business with big boots to fill. Named after his grandfather, Honky Tonk legend Tommy Allen, Gallagher remembers riding in his grandfather’s tour bus as a boy. Allen was a published singer/songwriter in Nashville for Cedarwood Publishing Company and toured many of the legendary honky-tonks in Texas. The rest of TGB includes: Ryan Duncan, drums and backup vocals; Ken Chrostowski, bass guitar; Kit Koop, lead & rhythm guitar; and Josh Duggan on lead guitar. Most of the guys in TGB got their start playing in rock and country music bands, and it can be heard in their music.  

Always Something

Always Something, produced by Mike McClure (Cross Canadian Ragweed/Jason Boland) and distributed by Smith Entertainment, is a Texas country album with a rock n’ roll twist. McClure will be one of several musicians featured on the new album. The first single, “Always Something,” is sure to keep you moving and listening for more.  With influences from Texas Country pioneers like Cross Canadian Ragweed and Pat Green, the Tommy Gallagher Band has a smokin’ Texas music sound all their own.    

To learn more about the Tommy Gallagher Band visit their myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/tommygallagherband. Always Something will be available at Best Buy, Hastings and on ITunes on March 17^th, 2009.   

Contact: Leah Lavine 

Smith Entertainment

 leah@smithmusic.com

Upcoming Amarillo Tour Dates: