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In 2012, I'm challenging myself to keep a blog. And this is it.

Patty Loveless Spreads the Word through Song on Combating COPD

It’s been eight years since Patty Loveless has performed at CMA Music Festival. Her return this year is reason to celebrate – but the five-time CMA Award winner wants to make sure it’s also a reason to benefit from what … Continue reading

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The Sound of Success – Nashville Students Give Thanks to Keep the Music Playing

In 2006, CMA launched its “Keep the Music Playing” initiative with a promise to donate half of all profits generated by CMA Music Festival to music education in the Metro Nashville Public Schools. That promise has grown into an ongoing … Continue reading

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CMA Kicks Off Festival Week with International Artist Showcases

Following recent tradition, CMA Music Festival week begins with two events designed to introduce an array of exciting Country artists from beyond the borders of the United States. On Monday, June 7, the CMA Global Artist Party starts at 6 … Continue reading

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CMA Music Festival Kick-Off Parade: New Route, Debut Attractions, More Stars and Plenty of Excitement

For five years, fans who didn’t want to wait for Thursday morning have begun the CMA Music Festival party one day early. The Festival’s Kick-Off Parade does that and more, with veteran and fast-rising new artists riding classic Chevy vehicles … Continue reading

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Tomorrow’s Stars at CMA Music Festival – Jaron and The Long Road to Love

Tomorrow’s Stars at CMA Music Festival  Along with superstars and living legends, many fast-rising artists are given their moments to shine at CMA Music Festival. Meet four of the most promising among today’s young performers as they prepare to step … Continue reading

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Tomorrow’s Stars at CMA Music Festival – Easton Corbin

 Along with superstars and living legends, many fast-rising artists are given their moments to shine at CMA Music Festival. Meet four of the most promising among today’s young performers as they prepare to step into the spotlight and debut at … Continue reading

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Tomorrow’s Stars at CMA Music Festival – Steel Magnolia

Tomorrow’s Stars at CMA Music Festival  Along with superstars and living legends, many fast-rising artists are given their moments to shine at CMA Music Festival. Meet four of the most promising among today’s young performers as they prepare to step … Continue reading

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Tomorrow’s Stars at CMA Music Festival – Danny Gokey

Tomorrow’s Stars at CMA Music Festival Along with superstars and living legends, many fast-rising artists are given their moments to shine at CMA Music Festival. Meet four of the most promising among today’s young performers as they prepare to step … Continue reading

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Jo Dee Messina Hosts St. Jude Music Fest Road Race

            Jo Dee Messina is a runner. Every day, she covers four to six miles. She’s run marathons in Boston, Chicago, Phoenix and elsewhere. Even during her pregnancy she kept up a modified regimen.             So it’s no surprise that as … Continue reading

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