Send me music stuff, I love to get it! / Preshiaswriter@hotmail.com TN/USA. Google “Preshias” www.nashvillemusicpros.com/preshias. Proud member
of: ACM, CMA, NARAS, NATD, NSAI (Life Member) and Nat’l FFA ALUMNI.
PRAYER OF THE MONTH: May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be - Saint Theresa
VERSE OF THE MONTH: What we see will only last a short time, but what we cannot see will last forever. – Corinthians 4:18
ARTIST NEWS: Broken Bow’s James Wesley has signed with the Erv Woolsey Company for management representation. Woolsey also manages George
Strait and Lee Ann Womack.
BUSINESS NEWS: AirPlay Direct has appointed Peter Fleming as their Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In the newly created role, Fleming is responsible
for software design and architecture development on multiple platforms and utilizing multiple technologies for the AirPlay Direct global digital delivery
platform, as well as the development of new features, IT planning, and technical support issues. AirPlay Direct’s web-based artist marketing, promotion, education,
and advocacy platform allows artists, record labels, and music publishers to securely deliver broadcast-quality music and digital press kits to industry
professionals worldwide. AirPlay Direct recently debuted their monthly digital/interactive publication, the Direct Buzz. Info at www.AirPlayDirect.com.
CD NEWS: 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. “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) DANDELION is Becky’s fourth solo album of originals. Fans can learn more about Becky
and purchase her music at www.beckyschlegel.com.
CHARITY NEWS: Soles4Souls, Inc. announced that it is increasing the number of shoes donated to victims of the Haiti earthquake to one million
pairs. Wayne Elsey, Founder and CEO of the shoe charity, said that the increase is possible because of the immediate and generous response from his
charity’s partners in the shoe industry and the level of grassroots support from the general public. “In the first three days of this relief effort, more than
250,000 pairs of new shoes were pledged by our incredible partners in the footwear industry, who stepped up to reach out to people in need during their
worst hour,” said Elsey. “It doesn’t make sense to simply drop off one million pairs of shoes at once, this relief effort will continue long after the news cameras
leave and people begin to forget about the tragedy.” For more info on Soles4Souls and its relief partners, visit www.giveshoes.org.
COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME NEWS: This year’s Country Music Hall of Fame inductees are, in the Veterans Era Artist category, Jimmy Dean and
Ferlin Husky; in the non-performer category, Billy Sherrill; and in the Modern Era Artist category, Don Williams. The honorees will be celebrated at a Medallion
Ceremony later this year and recognized during the CMA Awards.
LABEL NEWS: Arista’s Brad Paisley is among the performers for the 2010 National Memorial Day Concert, to be broadcast live from the West Lawn of the
U.S. Capitol on PBS-TV. Lionel Richie, classical artist Katherine Jenkins, gospel singer Yolanda Adams and the National Symphony Orchestra are also on
the bill. Actors Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna will co-host.
MEDIA NEWS: Now you can, thanks to JABBRRR, the social network hosted by Music City News, specifically for the Country artist, music industry
professional or music fan. JABBRRR members will be able to post gossip and inside information on “He Said/She Said,” exclusive, candid snapshots on
Framed” and load their independent music on the “Majorly Independent” jukebox. Info, register & join in at www.musiccitynews.com.
NASHVILLE SONGWRITERS ASSOCIATION NEWS (NSAI): TIN PAN Music fantastic!! Got to catch some of my favorites. If you love music you must
attend at least once in your lifetime. It was produced by NSAI, the event is the world’s largest multi-genre, all-songwriter festival, drawing more than 10,000
music fans this year! Make the first step to your dream by joining NSAI. To learn or join, visit www.nashvillesongwriters.com
RURAL RHYTHM RECORDS NEWS: New Releases for label’s artists: Randy Kohrs - QUICKSAND; Bill Emerson & Sweet Dixie: SOUTHERN; Michael
Martin Murphey: BUCKAROO BLUE GRASS II – RIDING SONG; Brand New Strings: NO STRINGS ATTACHED. Rural Rhythm also announced the
following upcoming releases: Reno & Smiley with The Stanley Brothers: BLUEGRASS 1963; Mac Wiseman with Lester Flatt and Chubby Wise: BLUEGRASS
1971; Audie Blaylock & Redline: CRYIN HEART BLUES.

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