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Headlines From September - October 2009
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Oh No He Didn't !
Apparently, he did! While Taylor Swift was just beginning her acceptance speech for "Best Female Video", rapper Kanye West took the microphone from her hands and said "Beyonce had one of the best videos of all time." West was referring to Beyonce's "Single Ladies" video, which was also in the running. Late yesterday evening, rumors started circulating on social networking sites about the goings on at the VMA (MTV Video Music Awards), and the much ado was very much about something. Rapper and record producer, Kanye West, left his manners at the door last night, or maybe David Cook said it best. "Sounds like Kanye was home sick during Finishing School." Cook, who was at home in Kansas City watching the fallout, made his opinion of the incident clear on his Twitter account. We watched and couldn't agree more. It's doubtful that Kanye has heard the end of this. This could even have been a death blow to his career, judging by the reaction of the entire Twitter community. Swift reacted with dignity and grace beyond her years, which is part of the mystique that surrounds her and continues to surprise the entire music industry.
iTunes Feature of the Week Toby Keith "Cryin' For Me" (Wayman's Song) When Toby Keith Says "the Fits gonna hit the shan" it usually does ! His New Song "American Ride"
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Absolutely The Hottest New Act on Country Radio Is... " Love and Theft " We've been promising to introduce you to them and the day has finally arrived. Meet Love and Theft, a new band out of Nashville consisting of three incredibly talented singer/songwriters, Eric Gunderson, Stephen Barker Liles and Brian Bandas. If you want to know where they got the name Love and Theft? Well, that would be a question for Brian. He will proudly tell you that it was all his doing, and was a long time coming. The trio had tried everything, even getting their fans involved, offering any fan who could come up with a suitable band name a $100. But in the end, it was Brian who picked a Bob Dylan album title from the 1990s. Right away, you will notice one thing incredibly unique about these three guys as soon as you hear them sing. Wait! Where's the lead singer? There isn't one! This group is built on harmonies and what they've come up with is absolutely outstanding! That's right, each of them take turns singing lead over tasteful organic arrangements, and it works! Stephen, Eric and Brian had a rough start and worked hard, but it finally all paid off, and they are now living their dream signed to the Disney Record Company, Lyric Street. Their live shows are captivating and the deep sonic wave of fullness that comes from their passionate and expressive voices in full harmony is just amazing. Love and Theft are currently touring with Jason Aldean and could be coming to a city near you. This is one act you just can't miss!
Webcasts and WebTours? Teen Singer and Songwriter Jorrin Tyler earned global attention Thursday night performing the first of five webcasts kicking off the first ever Internet Tour on the Justin.tv network Tyler will be touring the web by appearing live on nearly every broadcasting website online.
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Miranda Lambert's " Revolution " Did You Dare To Doubt?
From the Latin word Revolutio, meaning "a turn around." If you aren't already a Miranda Lambert fan, there's a "Revolution" headed right in your direction! This is one Revolution we here at New Country Star were most anxious for, and feel is right on time. Watching Lambert become one of the hottest stars in country music has been thrilling, and with the release of this new CD she's bound to turn around any music fan who might have dared to doubt her writing ability or staying power. Not only is this spit-fire East Texan not going anywhere, but she's taking prisoners along the way! Country music fans are becoming addicted to her sound and waiting for their next fix, which hit store shelves yesterday. Although it was hard to pick the best track to share with you, we started with "Heart Like Mine," which is number twelve of the fifteen tracks on this album. This song speaks to your soul and anyone with a heart can identify with these lyrics. "Only Prettier" is equally appealing, with it's lighthearted, catchy, whimsical old country beat, reminiscent of "Dry Town," the second track on Lambert's own second album, "Crazy Ex Girlfriend." During these tough economic times, we all need a little light-heartedness, and obviously we all give a little more thought to the way we spend our entertainment dollars. Miranda Lambert's "Revolution" was released September 29th, and you will get your money's worth with the purchase of this CD.
We recommend this CD and give it two thumbs up!
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Orlando Florida's Hogtoberfest !
And we've got the moments you wouldn't and shouldn't have missed!
Held at the Historic Harley Davidson Factory in Orlando, Florida,
earlier this month, we were front row center in a very Twitterific kind of way.
There was an International Beer Sampling along with an all you
could eat Bavarian Buffet and some very great country music
including a super duet by Jamey Johnson and James Otto of "In Color" !

Photo By: Daniel Doyle