(Nashville, Tenn. – March 14, 2012)  Country artists Ty Herndon, Bucky Covington, Bo Bice, Carter’s Chord and Mockingbird Sun were among the acts that performed last night at the “Autism Sings!” benefit at Margaritaville in downtown Nashville.

Also performing was 13-year-old Katie Chance, who was diagnosed on the autism spectrum when she was two years old.   Chance serves as the Junior Ambassador for the Autism Speaks Tennessee Community.  CMT Top 20 Countdown host Evan Farmer hosted the event, which raised funds to benefit research efforts for Autism Research.

Pictured below, L to R: Autism Speaks Regional Director Kathy Streng, Bo Bice, Becky Robertson (Carter’s Chord), Katie Chance, Emily Robertson (Carter’s Chord), Joanna Robertson (Carter’s Chord), Evan Farmer (CMT host).  Photo: Randi Radcliff.

(Nashville, Tenn. – Jan. 10, 2012) FUNL/Flying Island artist and Grammy-nominated singer Ty Herndon appeared at the Country Music Hall of Fame’s Ford Theater in front of a live audience last week where he performed some of his biggest hits, including “Living In The Moment” and “What Mattered Most”.  In addition, WSM host Bill Cody debuted Ty’s new single, “Stones” on WSM-AM, where the entire event was broadcasted live. Herndon is currently recording the follow-up effort to his 2010 Grammy-nominated album, Journey On. The new album is slated for an early 2012 release.

Pictured below L to R: WSM host, Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Famer and television personality Bill Cody and Ty Herndon

Unreleased track from previously shelved album finally sees light of day

(Nashville, Tenn. – Nov. 7, 2011) FUNL Music artist and Grammy-nominated singer Ty Herndon stopped by Premiere’s CMA Awards Radio Remotes this weekend in downtown Nashville to discuss his new single, “Stones.”  The song was Play MPE’s most downloaded and streamed track after debuting on Nov. 2.  Herndon is currently recording the follow-up effort to his 2010 Grammy-nominated album, Journey On. The new album is slated for an early 2012 release.

Pictured below L to R: Shadow Stevens (MD – WWKA/Orlando, FL), Travis Moon (PD – KAJA/San Antonio, TX), FUNL Music artist Ty Herndon, radio vet Becky Brenner.

Check presentation made before Boston Red Sox/New York Yankees game Sept. 1 at Fenway Park

(Nashville, Tenn. – Sept. 8, 2011)  Former NFL player Kevin Turner and Country artist Ty Herndon were on hand Sept. 1 at Boston’s Fenway Park to help present a check to the ALS Therapy Alliance for $4.3 million.

In June 2011, Turner and Herndon were named celebrity spokespersons for the 10^th annual CVS/pharmacy “Researching A Cure” ALS fundraising campaign.  The campaign ran June 5-25 to help raise funds for ALS research and benefit the ALS Therapy Alliance.  Herndon’s “Journey On” video (view here) features Turner and was incorporated into the CVS/pharmacy in-store video spots, which ran in approximately 7,200 CVS/pharmacy locations.  Funds generated by this year’s campaign bring the total amount raised so far to more than $27 million.  Visit www.ALSTherapyAlliance.org for more info.

Campaign co-chairs Treg Charlton and Barry Winovich were also in attendance for the check presentation.  Charlton, a regional director of real estate for CVS Caremark, and Winovich, a childhood friend of Charlton, both suffer from the ALS disease.

Turner’s own non-profit ALS organization, The Kevin Turner Foundation, staged a private fundraiser in Nashville, Tenn., on June 18 that raised more than $100,000 for ALS research.  Diagnosed with ALS in May 2010, Turner formed the foundation to help raise awareness about the connection between concussions and the ALS disease and to generate funds for research.  Visit www.KevinTurnerFoundation.org for more information.

About the ALS Therapy Alliance (ATA):
The ATA was founded in 2000 to provide a vehicle for a diverse group of scientists and clinicians to coordinate research related to ALS. The scientists involved in the ATA are affiliated with some of the best universities and medical centers, including, among others, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard College, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Boston University and the University of Massachusetts. The ATA’s board is comprised of outstanding clinicians, scientists and business associates including two Nobel Prize Laureates, H. Robert Horvitz, Ph.D. and Craig C. Mello, Ph.D., who are committed to the organization’s mission. CVS/pharmacy is the largest corporate donor to the ALS Therapy Alliance. To learn more, visit www.ALSTherapyAlliance.org.

About the Kevin Turner Foundation:
Former NFL fullback Kevin Turner established The Kevin Turner Foundation in October 2010 to raise public awareness of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and to bring attention to the emerging evidence linking brain trauma in athletes and the ALS disease.  The nonprofit organization endeavors to raise funds for the study, treatment and cure of this debilitating disease.  Turner played for the University of Alabama (1987-91), the New England Patriots (1992-95) and the Philadelphia Eagles (1995-99).  To learn more, visit www.KevinTurnerFoundation.org.

Pictured l to r: Former New England Patriots/Philadelphia Eagles NFL fullback and CVS/pharmacy “Researching a Cure” celebrity spokesperson Kevin Turner, Country artist and CVS/pharmacy “Researching a Cure” celebrity spokesperson Ty Herndon, CVS/pharmacy “Researching A Cure” campaign co-chairs Barry Winovich and Treg Charlton.  Photo: Sue Bruce Photography.

Pictured l to r: Boston Red Sox Ball Girl; President/CEO of CVS Caremark Larry Merlo; Executive VP of CVS Caremark Jon Roberts; Former New England Patriots/Philadelphia Eagles NFL fullback, ALS patient and CVS/pharmacy “Researching a Cure” celebrity spokesperson Kevin Turner; President of ALS Therapy Alliance Dr. Robert Brown, Jr.; Directors of ALS Therapy Alliance Dr. Merit Cudkowicz, Dr. Larry Hayward and Dr. Robert Horvitz; Regional Director of Real Estate for CVS Caremark, ALS patient and CVS/pharmacy “Researching a Cure” campaign co-chair Treg Charlton; ALS patient and CVS/pharmacy “Researching a Cure” campaign co-chair Barry Winovich and Boston Red Sox Ball Girl.  Photo: Sue Bruce Photography.

(Nashville, TN – June 20, 2011) Country artists Ty Herndon and Amber Hayes were on hand this past weekend to help former Alabama and NFL player Kevin Turner raise just over $100,000 at a private Nashville ALS fundraiser event.

Held Saturday, June 18, at a private estate in Brentwood, Tenn., the fundraiser was attended by more than 250 people, including numerous current and former Alabama and NFL players and coaches.  Herndon and FUNL Music label mate Amber Hayes performed at the event, which included two auctions featuring collectible sports memorabilia and jewelry, a cigar tent, food, drinks and appearances by current Clemson coach and former Alabama receiver Dabo Swinney and legendary Alabama coach Gene Stallings, among others.  Herndon’s Grammy-nominated “Journey On” project is the official song and video of the Kevin Turner Foundation.

Turner, who played professional football for eight seasons in the ‘90s with the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots, was diagnosed with ALS in May 2010.  In October 2010, the Prattville, Ala., native formed the nonprofit Kevin Turner Foundation to help raise awareness and money for critical ALS research and the emerging connection between ALS and concussions. The $100,000 raised at this weekend’s event benefits the Kevin Turner Foundation.

For more information about Kevin Turner and to see the “Journey On” video, visit www.KevinTurnerFoundation.org.

Pictured l to r:  Former Alabama head football coach Gene Stallings, FUNL Music artist Amber Hayes, former Alabama/Philadelphia Eagles/New England Patriots player Kevin Turner and FUNL Music artist Ty Herndon pose at the Kevin Turner Foundation ALS fundraiser event, held Saturday, June 18 in Brentwood, Tenn.  Photo: Christy Watkins.

Tenth annual fundraising event to run June 5-25 in 7,200 CVS/pharmacy locations

FUNL Music recording artist Ty Herndon

Kevin Turner (l) and FUNL Music artist Ty Herndon

Lineup to showcase new faces, Grammy-nominated veterans during CMA Music Fest week event

(Nashville, Tenn. – May 16, 2011)  The AristoMedia Group has announced the lineup for its Aristo Summer Show, to be held Tuesday, June 7 at downtown Nashville venue The Second Fiddle.

The Aristo Summer Show kicks off at 3:00 p.m. CDT and features performances from Deborah Allen, Lacy Green, Adam Gregory, Amber Hayes, Ty Herndon, Rachel Holder, DJ Miller and Margaret Phillips.  Each artist will perform a 15-minute set of original material.  The event is hosted by Adam Gregory and takes place immediately following The AristoMedia Global Show at The Second Fiddle.  The show will be open to the public.

For event inquiries, contact Matt Watkins at mwatkins@aristomedia.com or (615) 269-7071.  For media inquiries, contact Christy Walker-Watkins at christy@aristomedia.com or (615) 269-7071.

About The Artists:

Deborah Allen – Deborah Allen is best known for her Grammy-nominated smash, “Baby I Lied,” but this singer/songwriter/producer’s career has been bolstered with numerous hits on the Pop and Country charts: “Rock Me,” “I’ve Been Wrong Before,” “I Hurt For You” and plenty of others.  Deborah’s new album (out this summer) features her signature sound of Country, Blues, Pop and Rock influences – delivered in a way that only this sultry Delta singer from Memphis can.  The first single is a fun-loving, funky Country shuffle called “Anything Other Than Love.”  www.DeborahAllen.com

Lacy Green – North Carolina native Lacy Green was exposed at an early age to the Country, Bluegrass and Folk music that dominated her local music scene.  Her 2011 debut single, “For the Summertime,” reflects those influences admirably in a warm, Alison Krauss-inspired sound.  The 21-year-old college student and singer is currently busy recording her debut album in Nashville with renowned producer and songwriter Ronnie Bowman.  “For the Summertime” is due at Country radio in June, with an EP release scheduled for this fall.  www.LacyGreen.com

Adam Gregory – This Edmonton, Alberta native secured his first record deal at age 13 and was a Gold-selling artist in Canada by the time he moved to Nashville in 2007.  He released his U.S. debut single, “Crazy Days,” in 2008 and followed up the Top 30 Music Row effort with the ballad, “What It Takes.”  In 2010, he starred in the film “What Would Jesus Do?” with John Schneider.  Currently, Adam is splitting his time between Edmonton and Nashville, where he is writing material with a number of prominent, chart-topping songwriters in preparation for his next project.  www.AdamGregory.com

Amber Hayes – Amber Hayes had a breakout year in 2010 with her Top 40 debut single, “C’mon.”  Her follow-up, “Wait,” is currently climbing the charts and closing in fast on another Top 40 appearance.  Award-winning director Steven Goldmann shot the video for “Wait,” which world-premiered on Yallwire.com on May 13.  This Oklahoma native and former theater star is as genuine as they come and one of those rare artists today that can make radio-friendly Country music without straying too far from tradition.  Her debut EP was released through FUNL Music in September 2010.  www.AmberHayesMusic.com

Ty Herndon - Ty Herndon’s latest album, the Country/Christian/Bluegrass-inspired Journey On, earned the chart-topping Country singer a Grammy nomination in 2011 and a Dove Award in 2010.  The title track was also selected as the signature song for the Kevin Turner Foundation.  Turner is an ex-NFL player recently diagnosed with ALS, and after hearing “Journey On,” Turner and Herndon agreed that it was the perfect song to help raise awareness in the fight against ALS.  Both Ty and Kevin have been chosen as co-chairs in this year’s national ALS Therapy Alliance/CVS campaign, featured in 7,400 stores across the country.  Ty is currently working on a new, 100% Country effort and preparing to release a new single later in 2011.  www.TyHerndon.com

Rachel Holder – Eighteen-year-old Rachel Holder possesses the kind of voice that makes an immediate impression.   For the past several months, Rachel has been working in the studio on her debut album with industry vet and respected producer Chuck Howard.  The first single, “Chocolate,” is currently at Country radio and is already making a connection with female listeners.  Rachel also released a special holiday track and video in December for her cover of “Christmas Eve.”  Rachel’s debut album is due out later this year on All Entertainment.  www.RachelHolder.com

DJ Miller – DJ Miller is grabbing Country radio’s attention with his most recent single, “Whatever It Takes.”  The heartfelt track earned the singer his first Top 40 single on the Billboard Country Indicator, Aircheck Activator and Music Row charts.  This 21-year-old from Idaville, Indiana, is known for his entertaining stage show, and with a new album ready for release this summer, he’ll be on the road bringing that show to Country music fans everywhere.  DJ’s debut single in 2010 was the up-tempo party track, “A Little Naughty Is Nice.” DJ is gearing up for his next release, “Between Sundays,” which will be at radio in the coming weeks.  www.DJMillerCountry.com

Margaret Phillips – Newcomer Margaret Phillips has the voice to match her striking looks.  At nearly six feet tall, the model-esque Phillips is certainly a compelling presence on stage, but this Mississippi native is more than just another pretty face.  Discovered by Grammy-nominated artist Deborah Allen, the two women have been writing material for Margaret’s debut album, due out in 2011.  The bluesy, soulful influences of her upbringing are balanced nicely with her affection for Country acts like Sugarland, Lee Ann Womack and Loretta Lynn.  Produced by Allen, the project’s first single is expected this summer. www.MargaretPhillipsMusic.com

February 28, 2011, Red Rooster Bar & Music Hall

(Nashville, Tenn. – Feb. 16, 2011)  On Monday, February 28, country acts Restless Heart, Steve Holy, Ty Herndon, Bo Bice and Jeff Bates will come together to headline a night of music honoring well-known songwriter Todd Cerney, recently diagnosed with Stage IV melanoma.

Todd is a Grammy-nominated songwriter best known for his hits “I’ll Still Be Loving You” by Restless Heart, “Good Morning Beautiful” by Steve Holy, and “No Mercy” by Ty Herndon.

The event will kick off with a series of songwriter rounds featuring Rivers Rutherford, Fred Knobloch, Rich Fagan, Pete Huttlinger, Lisa Carver, Wood Newton, Trevor Finlay, Doug Gill, Lynn Langham and Jim Parker, followed by performances from Buzz Cason and Mac Gayden (“Everlasting Love”), Casey Kelly and Leslie Ellis, Bill Lloyd, and Thom Shepherd & the Nashville Hit Songwriters Band.  Special guest Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits will join Restless Heart onstage to sing his 1967 classic, “A Kind of a Hush.”  Also reuniting especially for this fundraiser will be Nashville cult favorite The Piggys, a legendary Nashville rock band that hasn’t played live together in more than 25 years.

There will be a Silent Auction at the event with numerous items for bidding, including Todd’s  own handwritten, personally-autographed lyric sheets for his two biggest hits, “I’ll Still Be Loving You” and “Good Morning Beautiful.”

The Todd Cerney Benefit Concert will be held Monday, February 28 at the Red Rooster Bar & Music Hall located at 1530 Demonbreun Street, just off Music Row’s Roundabout.  There is plenty of free parking across the street. Doors open at 6 pm, and music starts at 6:30 pm.  Admission is $15 at the door, and all proceeds from the event will go toward the mounting medical bills for Todd’s illness.

Donations may be made at any time to the Friends of Todd Cerney account through Regions Bank in Nashville.  For branch locations, click: http://www.regions.com/locator.rf

Donations by check may also be made through Nashville Songwriters Association.
To do so, please make payable to “The Friends Of Todd Cerney Account” and mail to:
NSAI
Attn: Jennifer Turnbow
1710 Roy Acuff Place
Nashville, TN  37203
(Note: all such checks will be deposited to “The Friends Of Todd Cerney Account.”)