(Nashville, Tenn. – Oct. 11, 2012) Nashville-based independent label Streamsound Records has announced the signing of Country artist Austin Webb to its roster and the pending release of his debut single, “It’s All Good,” in December.

A Greenville, S.C., native and Nashville resident, Webb’s music straddles the line between the two genres he grew up listening to most: Country and Soul.  Citing influences like Joe Cocker, Otis Redding, Bill Withers, Guy Clark, Bob Dylan and Townes Van Zandt, the former Middle Tennessee University student is currently on the road visiting radio stations in advance of his single release to radio.

“Austin Webb is one of those artists that is hard to categorize in conventional terms,” says Streamsound co-founder and Grammy-winning producer Byron Gallimore.  “I can tell you that he is a truly gifted and creative force that has been driven solely by his music and his songs since he first picked up a guitar at 16 years old.  I think this young man is going to be a breath of fresh air for Country radio.  He’s genuine and engaging and instantly likeable.  I can’t wait for the world to hear Austin Webb.”

Founded by Gallimore and veteran industry exec Jim Wilkes, Streamsound Records opened its doors in February 2012 with the signing of Country artist Jaida Dreyer.  The label has an exclusive distribution deal for its artists through Sony Music Nashville.

Gallimore’s production credits include No. 1 hits for acts such as Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Martina McBride, Sugarland and Lauren Alaina, among others.  Wilkes will oversee the label’s business operations.

Nashville-based Aristo P.R. (www.AristoPR.com) is handling publicity services for Webb.
For more information on Austin Webb, visit www.AustinWebbMusic.com.  Visit the Streamsound label website at www.Streamsound.com.

(Nashville, TN – March 29, 2012) – The AristoMedia Group has issued the first Country International Report for 2012.  The company has been issuing this quarterly review of global activities since 2008.

Highlights in this issue include:

• A Q&A with the Country Music Association CEO Steve Moore, who discusses some of the organizations current global initiatives.
• An overview of the humanitarian organization World Vision global outreach reaching country artists.
• An update of how American acts made a major impact at this year’s CMC Rock the Hunter festival in Australia.  This year’s CMC Rocks The Hunter festival in Australia drew more U.S. acts than ever before – including headliners Faith Hill and Tim McGraw.  Dierks Bentley, Wynonna, Eli Young Band, Craig Campbell and others also made the trip Down Under.
• A summary of awards presented to Judy Seale, Felicity Urquhart and Marie Moloney
• A recap of the Canadian CMA board meetings recently held in Nashville

The newsletter also notes the dates for the upcoming Global Showcases that occur annually in downtown Nashville, preceeding the CMA Music Festival on June 4 and 5.

The Aristo International Report is best viewed using the latest Firefox browser.Please click one of the links at the bottom of the page to view the newsletter online at www.AristoMedia.com or as a downloadable .pdf file.

Luncheon to be held on Friday, Feb. 24, at Nashville Convention Center

(Nashville, Tenn. – Jan. 30, 2012) Warner Music Nashville’s Faith Hill has been confirmed to headline a special luncheon performance at CRS 2012 on Friday, Feb. 24.

The WMN luncheon will be held inside the Performance Hall at the Nashville Convention Center from noon – 1:50 p.m.  CRS 2012 is held Feb. 22-24, 2012.

“I am privileged and humbled to have our superstar, Faith Hill, perform an intimate concert at Warner Music Nashville’s luncheon this year at CRS 2012,” commented John Esposito, President and CEO of Warner Music Nashville.  “Faith expands our imagination through exquisitely, well-crafted, heartfelt songs that only she can deliver.  There is no equal, there is only Faith.  I look forward to seeing all of you in February.”

Adds CRS President Mike Culotta, “Our CRS attendees are in for a special treat at Friday’s luncheon.  Faith Hill is one of the finest singers Country music has ever seen, and we are lucky to have this rare opportunity to see her perform in such an intimate setting.  This is going to be a truly special event!”

CRS 2012 $499 Regular Rate registration is available at www.CountryRadioSeminar.com.  Registration does not include a ticket to the New Faces of Country Music Show and Dinner, which is now sold out.

About Faith Hill:
With a voice as powerful as it is recognizable, Faith Hill has established herself as one of the music industry’s top vocalists.  Her 17-year career has been highlighted by the sale of more than 30 million records worldwide, during which time she has celebrated 13 No. 1 singles and 20 No. 1 videos.  Faith is a five-time Grammy Award winner and recipient of three Country Music Association Awards, 12 Academy of Country Music Awards, four American Music Awards, and four People’s Choice Awards.  Her current single, “Come Home,” was released on November 9.  A new album is due in stores in spring 2012.

About Country Radio Seminar:
Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas and business practices in the Country music industry, with specific emphasis on issues relevant to Country radio.  CRS 2012 will be held Feb. 22-24, 2012, in downtown Nashville, Tenn., at the Nashville Convention Center.  Visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com for more information.  Country Radio Seminar is a property of Country Radio Broadcasters.

Faith Hill

Lady Antebellum, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan among stars already confirmed
(Nashville, Tenn. – Sept. 6, 2011)  The clock has started ticking for radio stations to register and take advantage of the digital liners program offered through Country Radio Seminar 2012, to be held Feb. 22-24, 2012.

The deadline for stations wanting to receive all-digital, custom liners must register for CRS 2012 by Friday, Oct. 7, 2011.  Artists already confirmed to participate and record liners include: Kix Brooks, Luke Bryan, Ronnie Dunn, Eli Young Band, Faith Hill, Lady Antebellum, Tim McGraw, Montgomery Gentry, Joe Nichols, Jerrod Niemann, Blake Shelton, Josh Thompson, Carrie Underwood and more.  Stations are required to limit liner requests to a total of 225 characters.

“One of the many benefits Country radio takes away from CRS each year is the customized digital liners program,” says CRS Executive Director Bill Mayne.  “Many of our format’s biggest stars participate, and we have already gotten more artist commitments at this point in the registration process than ever before.”

CRS 2012 Early Bird registration is now available for a limited time for $399 at www.CountryRadioSeminar.com.  CRS 2012 is held Feb. 22-24, 2012, at the Nashville Convention Center in downtown Nashville, Tenn.

Direct digital liner radio inquiries to Kristen McRary at (615) 327-4487 or Kristen@CRB.org.  For artist inquiries, contact Chasity Crouch at (615) 327-4487 or Chasity@CRB.org.

About Country Radio Seminar:
Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas and business practices in the Country music industry, with specific emphasis on issues relevant to Country radio.  CRS 2012 will be held Feb. 22-24, 2012, in downtown Nashville, Tenn., at the Nashville Convention Center.  Visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com for more information.  Country Radio Seminar is a property of Country Radio Broadcasters.