Friday 12 April 2024

Terri Clark: Take Two out May 31 and announces first ever Ryman headline


Terri Clark Welcomes Kelly Clarkson, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson 
and More For ‘Take Two’ Collaborative Album

TERRI CLARK announces first ever Ryman headline show
 & release of greatest hits vinyl

Terri Clark makes her star-studded return to the spotlight with Terri Clark: Take Two, an eight-song collection of her greatest hits reimagined, arriving in full on Friday, May 31. Presave/add HERE.

Teaming up with some of the biggest stars in music today, the duets album features Lauren Alaina, Paul Brandt, Kelly Clarkson, Cody Johnson, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, Ben Rector, and Lainey Wilson. The Country chart-topper re-records her biggest hits collaborating alongside new voices on each track.

The first of eight duets dropped on March 29 with “Better Things To Do(featuring Ashley McBryde), as the powerhouse duo teams up to re-imagine the 1995 breakthrough hit. Clark’s legacy continues to bolster her legendary status in Country music as she rewinds the clock to visit the iconic eight tracks that all reached Top Ten status on the Country charts at the time of their release. Listen to “Better Things To Do” HERE. (Preferred Platform).

Official Audio:

These songs very literally changed my life,” shared Clark. “To now have the chance to say thank you by giving them a new life with some of the hottest artists in music has been one of the most soul-fulfilling experiences of my career.  We began working on these duet versions over a year ago and the time has come when I finally get to share them with all of you.”

Terri Clark: Take Two is the next chapter in Terri’s long history of successes and accolades. After releasing her self-titled debut album in 1995, resulting in three Top 10 Country hits and achieving platinum status, she went on to sell over five million albums and release thirteen Top 10 singles. The Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada native worked her way from the ground up starting her career in Nashville at 18 years old, eventually becoming globally recognized and beloved for her guitar-slinger capabilities and prolific songwriter prowess.
Ashley McBryde sporting a TC T-Shirt!
 Credit FACEBOOK


Clark’s legacy has laid major influence for today’s hottest stars. “Better Things To Do” marks the beginning of an exciting journey through her chart-topping discography, highlighting her contributions to the genre.  

Joined on today’s release with McBryde on a fresh version of “Better Things To Do,” their mutual admiration radiates listeners’ speakers in a spotlighting performance that highlights the defining characteristics of each talent. 

With an additional kick to the honky-tonk anthem through its new-era production, the familiar melody leans into an irresistibly crisp pop of rhythm as the vocals soar individually while confidently gliding into harmony together to lock you into a full appreciation of the debut single that kick-started it all, going on to reach No. 3 at Country radio as the lead single on her RIAA certified Platinum debut album, Terri Clark.

The overwhelming feelings of nostalgia this project has brought up for me all came while standing beside some of the greatest acts in the business,” added Clark. “Hearing them sing these songs that I’ve been singing night after night for so many years has been inspiring, humbling, and surreal. The bonuses were the conversations in between recordings and getting to hear them tell me they grew up listening to my music with posters of me on their walls. They knew my songs even better than I did….it was a full-circle moment I’ll never forget.”

TERRI CLARK: TAKE TWO TRACK LIST:
“I Just Wanna Be Mad” (featuring Cody Johnson)
“Poor, Poor Pitiful Me” (featuring Lainey Wilson)
“Better Things to Do” (featuring Ashley McBryde)
“Now That I Found You” (featuring Ben Rector)
“I Wanna Do It All” (featuring Lauren Alaina)
“If I Were You” (featuring Kelly Clarkson)
“Girls Lie Too” (featuring Carly Pearce)
“You’re Easy On the Eyes (live)” (featuring Paul Brandt)

TERRI CLARK announces first ever Ryman headline show

Yes! CanCountry icon Terri has announced her first-ever headlining show at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, August 29. Tickets for the highly-anticipated show are on sale this Friday, April 12 at 10 am CT here.

In conjunction with the duets album, Clark also announced (Thursday April 11) that the release of her Greatest Hits vinyl will be available for purchase on Friday, May 31, presale has begun here.

“The Ryman auditorium holds a special significance for every country singer on the planet and I’m no exception,” shares Clark. 
“It’s not just a structure to me.  I walk inside and while I can see the pews and the stained glass – they barely register.  
Instead, I hear Hank’s twang, the dulcet tones of Patsy, and am lifted by Lorretta’s voice.  It is one of the rare, truly iconic venues that has become not just a dream gig for artists of any genre – it is a goal. 
No matter who you are, when you step on the stage inside the Mother Church, you’re praying to the Gods of country music for just a little extra grace that night. The sound in the Ryman is unparalleled. We’ll have a few surprises and will be pulling out all the stops to ensure this is a night to remember for everyone – no matter if you’re on the stage or sitting in the pews under the glow of the stained glass.”
Clark’s GREATEST HITS album will take vinyl form for the first time ever, commemorating its 20th anniversary. The 14-song vinyl collection commemorates the 2004 release of her Greatest Hits album featuring her Top 10 singles, including the No. 1 hit, “You’re Easy On The Eyes.” The vinyl shares a release date with Clark’s duets album Take Two as she celebrates both the original and fresh tracks on May 31.




















GREATEST HITS VINYL TRACK LIST:
SIDE A: “Better Things To Do” / “When Boy Meets Girl”/ “If I Were You” / “Poor, Poor Pitiful Me” /“Emotional Girl”/ “Now That I Found You”/ “You’re Easy On The Eyes”

SIDE B: “Everytime I Cry” / “A Little Gasoline” / “I Just Wanna Be Mad” / “I Wanna Do It All” / “Girls Lie Too” / “One Of The Guys”/ “No Fear”

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From Rowdy To Romantic, Alex Miller Makes His Mark On His New EP


MY DADDY’S DAD has dropped (April 12 Release)

Dedicated To Alex’s Late Grandfather


 

Nashville, TN (2024) – Young Country traditionalist Alex Miller’s EP, MY DADDY’S DAD, is now available.

 

Produced by Jerry Salley for Billy Jam Records, the five-song collection runs the gamut from rowdy to romantic. This is the pair’s third outing together and is notable for its musical reach and the companionable sense the two bring to the studio. The EP is now available to STREAM, is dedicated to GB Miller, Alex’s late grandfather, who passed away in 2022.

 

MY DADDY’S DAD opens with the Chesney-esque “She Makes Dirt Look Good” – a fun nod to all the 4-H and FFAers with a play on words that is bound to surprise. Fiddle and steel offer a counterpoint and keep this hooky up-tempo moving apace. “Oh, Odessa” follows, painting a picture of the classic “Western” era as it tells the story of a dust devil angel leaving home and sweetheart behind. Miller’s longing-filled tenor is the highlight of this slow dance tune. “The Last House In God’s Country,” is based on Miller’s grandparents’ farm – where he was raised on 800 heaven-sent acres of fields and fence lines. A solid mid-tempo, Miller’s love for his family and farm are obvious here. “Ain’t Ever Saying Never” reflects on missed chances at love in a punchy, groove-oriented track that posits that people can change.


**** USE the Playlist play control 2nd left from top of the screen to see the playlisted tracks         and select one to play from the drop down menu  ***  👇


The EP closes with “My Daddy’s Dad” a tune written by Alex in tribute to his late Grandpa GB Miller. “He meant so much to me,” Alex notes. “As Grandma Nana says, ‘it’s not a song about him it’s just him in a song.’ He inspired me to pursue Country music as my career,” Miller recalls. “He’d have this record blaring from his tractor’s stereo – I hope it finds its way to yours.”

 

The project features Nashville’s finest musicians: Jenee Fleenor (Fiddle), Gary Primm (Keyboards), Mike Johnson (Steel Guitar), Kerry Marx (Acoustic Guitar / tracks 1, 2, 3), Joel Key (Acoustic Guitar / tracks 4, 5), James Mitchell (Electric Guitar), Steve Brewster (Drums) and Kevin Grantt (Bass).

 

TRACK LISTING

“She Makes Dirt Look Good” (K. Phillips/P. O’Donnell/D. Drake)

“Oh, Odessa” (J. Salley/J. East)

“The Last House In God’s Country” (A. Miller/J. Salley)

“Ain’t Ever Saying Never” (A. Miller/B. Whyte/J. Shilling)

“My Daddy’s Dad” (A. Miller/J. Salley)

About Alex Miller

Fans love his engaging onstage presence, and the media loves his quick wit and humble attitude. After finding national fame as a competitor on American Idol Season 19, life totally changed for this Kentucky-born singer/songwriter.

 

His career began at the age of seven with shows in and around his hometown of Lancaster before moving on to larger venues, including the Dolby Theatre, Lucas Oil Stadium, Renfro Valley, and more. Since departing Idol, Alex has performed at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, the Bluebird Café, multiple State Fairs, and at additional venues around the country. He has headlined his own shows and opened for Brooks & Dunn, Hank Jr., Chris Janson, Jamey Johnson, Josh Turner, Lee Brice, Aaron Watson, Dillon Carmichael, King Calaway, Noah Thompson, Drake Milligan, and more.


Alex was the Texas Roadhouse 
Artist of the Month (October 2021), and he performed a duet with Rhonda Vincent at the Lee Greenwood All-Star Salute the following month.

His debut album, MILLER TIME (Billy Jam Records, April 2022), delivered three well-received singles: “I’m Over You, So Get Over Me,” “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya” and “Through With You” (which took Alex to the Top 35 of the Billboard Indicator Chart, and reached #1 on THE COUNTRY NETWORK with its companion music video).

 

In October 2023, Miller released his five-song EP, COUNTRY (Billy Jam Records). Three hit singles followed: “When God Made The South,” “Girl, I Know A Guy,” and the current charting single, “Puttin’ Up Hay.” Miller joined CMR Nashville, Europe’s #1 Country Music Radio Station, to guest host MILLER TIME, a monthly, one-hour curated program that ran through 2023.

Also last year, Alex was awarded the AMERICAN FFA Degree for excellence.

In addition to touring, Alex is focused on his songwriting, penning tunes with hitmakers Kent Blazy, Jerry Salley, Byron Hill, Wood Newton, Bill Whyte, Josh Shilling, Kirsti Manna, and Emily Ann Roberts. Standing 6’ 6” Alex commands attention wherever he goes – and this year, he is seemingly going everywhere.

 

Fans can learn more about Alex on his website, and stay social on FacebookInstagramTikTokTwitter and YouTube.



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