June 3-4 showcases streamed live around the world from downtown Nashville

(Nashville, Tenn. – June 5, 2013) Twenty-one international Country artists representing seven different territories performed in downtown Nashville at the annual Global Events showcases, held June 3-4 during CMA Music Festival week.

The 2013 CMA Global Artist Party was held Monday, June 3, at The Stage on Broadway and featured performances from Richard Smith (UK), Kaylee Bell (Toyota Star Maker Winner – New Zealand), Jill Johnson (Sweden), Rodrigo Haddad (Brazil), Small Town Pistols (Canada), Natalie Howard (Australia), Jason Blaine (Canada), Jody Direen (Horizon Award Winner – New Zealand), Baylou (CRA/NA2N Winner – Australia), Michelle Wright (Canada) and The Wolfe Brothers (Australia). UK Singer-Songwriter David Bradley hosted the event on Monday Evening.

The annual CMA Presents: The Aristo Global Show, hosted by Australian Disc Jockey Ben Sorensen, was held Tuesday afternoon, June 4, at The Second Fiddle.  Performers included Madison Kozak (Canada), Hicks (Sweden), Jason Hastie (Canada), Richie Scholl (Australia), Ward-Thomas (UK), Two Rocks Band (Switzerland), Morgan Evans (Australia), Greg Hanna (Canada) and David Bradley (UK).

Both Global Events performances were streamed online via Nashville-based new media and marketing company AristoWorks and carried live at CMT.ca (CMT Canada), CMAWorld.com (CMA), HighwayFM.com, Dreamwest.tv and CountryMusicChannel.com.au (CMC Australia).

Pictured above: International Artists gather at the CMA Global Artist Party, held Monday, June 3, at The Stage on Broadway in downtown Nashville, Tenn. Standing L to R: Matt Watkins (AristoMedia), Jeff Walker (AristoMedia, President/CEO), Steve Moore (CMA, CEO), Kaylee Bell (New Zealand), Baylou (Australia), Richard Smith (UK), David Bradley (UK), Natalie Howard (Australia), Michelle Wright (Canada), Jill Johnson (Sweden), Amanda Wilkinson (Small Town Pistols – Canada) Kneeling L to R: Rodrigo Haddad (Brazil), Tyler Wilkinson (Small Town Pistols – Canada), Jason Blaine (Canada). Not Pictured: Jody Direen (New Zealand), The Wolfe Brothers (Australia)

Pictured above: International Artists gather at the Aristo Global Show, held Tuesday, June 4, at Second Fiddle on Broadway in downtown Nashville, Tenn. Pictured L to R: Front: Lizzie Ward-Thomas (United Kingdom), Ben Sorenson (Australia), Madison Kozak (Canada), Catherine Ward-Thomas (United Kingdom)  Back: Matt Watkins (AristoMedia), Bobbi Boyce (CMA), Mark Moffatt, Greg Hanna (Canada), Jason Hastie (Canada), David Bradley (United Kingdom), Kurt Frei of Two Rocks Band, Morgan Evans (Australia), Hicks (Sweden), Jeff Walker (AristoMedia, President/CEO).  Not pictured: Ritchie Scholl (Australia)

Nineteen artists representing seven different countries have been announced for the 2013 Global Events, to be held June 3-4, 2013.

2013 CMA GLOBAL ARTIST PARTY

“The CMA Global Artist Party” will be held Monday, June 3 (6:00 – 11:00 PM/CDT) at The Stage On Broadway and is hosted by David Bradley (UK). Kicking off the show will be noted guitar super picker Richard Smith (UK). This year’s lineup includes, Kaylee Bell (Toyota Star Maker Winner – New Zealand), Jill Johnson (Sweden), Rodrigo Haddad (Brazil), Small Town Pistols (Canada), Natalie Howard (Australia), Jason Blaine (Canada), Jody Direen (Horizon Award Winner – New Zealand), Baylou (CRA/NA2N Winner – Australia), Michelle Wright (Canada) and The Wolfe Brothers (Australia). This year’s event marks the 10th anniversary of the CMA Global Artist Party. The Stage on Broadway is located at 412 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203. Ph. 615.726.0504

2013 CMA Presents THE ARISTO GLOBAL SHOW

“CMA Presents The Aristo Global Show” will be held Tuesday, June 4 (6:15-10:00 PM/CDT) at The Second Fiddle and hosted by one of Australia’s top Disc Jockey’s Ben Sorensen (Australia). The 2013 lineup includes Madison Kozak (Canada), Hicks (Sweden), Jason Hastie (Canada), Richie Scholl (Australia), Ward-Thomas (UK), Two Rocks Band (Switzerland), Morgan Evans (Australia), Greg Hanna (Canada) and David Bradley (UK).  AristoMedia and the CMA sponsor the event. The Second Fiddle is located at 420 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203.  Ph. 615.251.6812

Streaming for both events will be available at the following sites: CMA, AristoWorks, CMC Australia, CMT Canada, Highway FM France, UKCountryRadio.com and DreamWest.tv.

Media are requested to RSVP to rsvp@aristomedia.com.

CCMA Awards to be Held Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009

(Nashville, TN) Sept. 4, 2009 – Vancouver, BC, is Canada’s hub for Country music this year as it prepares for Country Music Week, beginning Thursday, Sept. 10 and ending Sunday, Sept.13 with the CCMA Awards at GM Place.

The agenda of activities includes showcases, seminars, industry events, musical performances and the star-studded CCMA Awards.  Below is a brief summary of can’t-miss events during Country Music Week and the Awards. For more specific information, visit: www.countrymusicvancouver.com/events

Thursday, Sept. 10
The Songwriters’ Café provides an intimate atmosphere where both established and national jury-selected, non-established songwriters share the stage in an acoustic, in-the-round setting.  The New Artist Showcase presents eight up-and-coming artists selected from a field of 140 applicants.  This year’s performing finalists include Shane Chisholm, Jaida Dreyer, and Darren McGinnis.

Friday, Sept. 11
Friday offers a number of informative seminars following the Keynote Address, delivered by Terry McBride, CEO of Canadian record label Nettwerk Music.  The Songwriters’ Café continues in the afternoon, with the Gala Dinner & Awards held in the evening. The 2009 Canadian Country Music Hall of Honour members will also be inducted during the Dinner & Awards ceremony. This year’s inductees are: artist Buffy Sainte-Marie, industry veteran Barry Haugen and Country radio broadcaster John Murphy.  The All Star Band Awards officially close out Friday’s events with a jam session and awards ceremony.

Saturday, Sept. 12
The Industry Brunch & Awards are held Saturday morning, followed by more seminars throughout the afternoon.  One of the most popular events during Country Music Week, this year’s FanFest will once again provide photo and autograph opportunities with artists including: Johnny Reid, Jessie Farrell, Aaron Pritchett, Doc Walker, Shane Yellowbird, Deric Ruttan, Tara Oram, Dean Brody, Steven Lee Olsen, The Higgins, Jason Blaine, One More Girl, Terri Clark, Ridley Bent, Victoria Banks and more.  The final installment of the Songwriters’ Café is also held on Saturday.

Sunday, Sept. 13
In addition to the CCMA Awards, Sunday’s afternoon events include the Great Guitar Pull and the Gospel Showcase, which features both established and rising stars in the Gospel format.  The Canadian Country Music Association Awards kick off at 4 p.m. PST.  The Post-Awards Reception and Red Carpet event will take place immediately following the awards at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Vancouver.

CCMA Award Performers:
Reba McEntire, Martina McBride, Terri Clark, George Canyon with Crystal Shawanda and Richard Marx, Doc Walker, Jessie Farrell, Aaron Pritchett, Emerson Drive, Johnny Reid, Gord Bamford, Paul Brandt and Jann Arden.  There will also be special performances from Dean Brody, Victoria Banks and Tara Oram.

CCMA Award Presenters:
Martina McBride, George Canyon, Aaron Pritchett, The Higgins, Jason Blaine, One More Girl, Paul McGuire, Jillian Harris (from “The Bachelorette”), Amber Marshall and Graham Wardle (from the cast of CBC’s “Heartland”), The Wilsons, Shane Yellowbird, Patricia Conroy, Deric Ruttan, Jason McCoy, Colin James, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Hey Romeo and Ultimate Fan, Richard DeJonge.

CCMA Awards’ Leading Nominees:
Johnny Reid (six), George Canyon (five), Victoria Banks (five), Dean Brody and Gord Bamford (four).

CCMA Awards Host:

Actor and Director Jason Priestley.

CCMA Awards Viewing:
Airs live at 8 p.m. on CBC Television, with encore airings on CMT in Canada. Visit www.CCMA.org for more information.

Tickets for the CCMA Awards are available at all Ticketmaster locations, online at www.ticketmaster.ca, and by phone at 604.280.4444.  Ticket prices range from $55 to $125 (plus applicable taxes and service charges).

About the CCMA:
The CCMA is a nonprofit trade association dedicated to the growth and development of Canadian country music. For 30 years the CCMA has marked each September with Country Music Week, a four-day conference and celebration culminating in the internationally broadcast CCMA Awards (established 1983). Country Music Week is one of the largest music events in Canada with a combination of activities for both community and industry, including showcase opportunities for newcomers, educational seminars and an all day FanFest that delivers Canada’s stars to the community. In 2009, Country Music Week and the CCMA Awards will be held in Vancouver, BC from September 10-13.  Visit www.CCMA.org for more information.

Agenda Features Something for Everyone: Showcases, Songwriter Events, Networking Opportunities, Industry Awards, Superstar Performances, More

(Nashville, TN) Aug. 17, 2009 – Vancouver, British Columbia, will host this year’s Country Music Week from Sept. 10-13, featuring four days of showcases, seminars, industry events, musical performances and the star-studded CCMA Awards.

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