(Nashville, Tenn. – Sept. 10, 2012) Texas singer-songwriter television series “Troubadour, TX” begins its much-anticipated Season 2 on Sept. 29/30 with some new faces and a leaner, 30-minute episode format.

After three years in development, 18 months in production, 194,000 miles and 22,000 hours of footage, “Troubadour, TX” premiered across America in 2011, introducing dozens of singer-songwriters as they chased their dreams across the Lone Star State.  In its second season, the groundbreaking, documentary-meets-reality TV series is focusing on a more concentrated lineup of talent, characterized as artists either “Chasing The Dream” or “Living The Dream.”

Confirmed “Chasing The Dream” artists include: Kylie Rae Harris and Zane Williams (returning from Season 1), along with newcomers Matt Caldwell, Josh Grider, Cody Johnson and female trio Michaelis, among others.

“Living The Dream” artists include some of Texas’ most established and recognizable names, such as Wade Bowen, Roger Creager, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Cory Morrow and Walt Wilkins.  More “Living The Dream” artists will continue to be added to the TTX Season 2 lineup.

For its first season, the critically acclaimed series garnered an impressive 10 Telly Awards in categories including Musical Score, Editing, Sound Design and Creative Excellence in Docu-Reality-Musical Entertainment.

Season 2 of “Troubadour, TX” is set to air in approximately 22 million households.  For more information, visitwww.TroubadourTX.com.  For official bios and images of Season 2 artists, visit: www.AristoPR.com.

“Troubadour, TX” is produced by Dallas-based film and television production company 41 Entertainment, a subsidiary of Texas media group London Broadcasting Company. 41 Entertainment produces the Americana travel and lifestyle series, “Bronco Roads,” hosted by Stacy Dean Campbell. (www.BroncoRoads.com) 

About Troubadour, TX:
Troubadour, TX is a unique docu-reality television series following the lives of the talented Texas singer-songwriters “Chasing The Dream” and “Living The Dream.”  Each half-hour episode takes the viewer behind the scenes and follows the music, the passion and the journey of these unique Troubadours.  Visitwww.TroubadourTX.com to watch full episodes, hear music samples and learn more about the show.

About London Broadcasting Company and 41 Entertainment:
London Broadcasting Company is a Dallas-based media group formed in 2007 by SunTx Capital Partners and 33-year media veteran and former President and CEO of Gaylord Entertainment Company, Terry London.  London Broadcasting Company owns and operates 17 television channels in five Texas markets, including Dallas.  Its affiliated LBK Entertainment owns 41 Entertainment, a television production company that produces television programs and other forms of video and music content, including “Troubadour, TX” and “Bronco Roads.”  Visit www.LondonBroadcastingCompany.com.

TV ALERT:

THIS WEEK ON:

This week’s episode of Troubadour, TX features the finale concert for season one of the show.  Ten TTX artists perform live at an outdoor stage in Addison, Texas, to a crowd of nearly 2,000 people.

The season one finale is an all-music episode, focusing on the live concert and behind-the-scenes moments of everything – from live radio interviews promoting the concert, to sound check and artists backstage.

Taking the stage for the finale concert are Zane Williams, Beth Wood, Woody Russell, Susan Ashton, Cary Pierce, Guthrie Kennard, Kylie Rae Harris, Tom Faulkner, Little Brave and Nicolette Good.

There are also special performances with Ray Wylie Hubbard and Jack Ingram.

Troubadour, TX host Stacy Dean Campbell closes out the night of music with a look ahead to season two of the series.

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About Troubadour, TX:
Troubadour, TX is a unique docu-drama television series following the lives of numerous singers and songwriters as they chase their musical dreams across the Lone Star State, a legendary hotbed of American music.  Each one-hour episode is hosted by storyteller, filmmaker and singer/songwriter Stacy Dean Campbell.  Troubadour, TX takes you behind the scenes and follows the music, the passion and the journey of these talented men and women living the life of a Troubadour.  Visitwww.TroubadourTX.com to watch full episodes, hear music samples and learn more about the show.

TV ALERT:

THIS WEEK ON:

This week in Episode 18 of Troubadour, TX (video preview HERE):

It’s a unique night of music as Troubadour, TX travels to Waco.  Five Troubadours take the stage, including Kylie Rae Harris (performing “Waited”), Woody Russell (performing “We May Never Know”), Little Brave (performing “Fact or Fiction”), Ryan Edgar (performing “Wherever You Are”) and Zane Williams (performing “Ride With Me”).

TTX also meets up with The Trishas. The group explains how their hit band started, the challenges of balancing motherhood while touring, and the funny story about how they came up with their name.  The Trishas perform “Mother of Invention” on episode 18 of TTX.

Next, spend some time with Jon Christopher Davis as he performs at the Dallas Cowboys’ stadium and listen in on how he turned an idea for a t-shirt into an entire brand.  Watch a showcase performance with Jon as he performs “You Gotta Love Someone.”

Troubadour, TX is hosted each week by Stacy Dean Campbell.

CHECK LOCAL LISTINGS HERE FOR WEEKEND AIRTIMES IN YOUR AREA

About Troubadour, TX:
Troubadour, TX is a unique docu-drama television series following the lives of numerous singers and songwriters as they chase their musical dreams across the Lone Star State, a legendary hotbed of American music.  Each one-hour episode is hosted by storyteller, filmmaker and singer/songwriter Stacy Dean Campbell.  Troubadour, TX takes you behind the scenes and follows the music, the passion and the journey of these talented men and women living the life of a Troubadour.  Visit www.TroubadourTX.com to watch full episodes, hear music samples and learn more about the show.

TV ALERT:

THIS WEEK ON:

FEATURED IN EPISODE 5 OF TROUBADOUR, TX:

- Kylie Rae Harris heads to historic Gruene, Texas to perform
- Zane Williams confronts his business strategy & family issues
- Kirk Thurmond reveals his love interest, and his concert appearance is interrupted by tornado warnings
- Additional behind-the-scenes moments with Cary Pierce and Cary Cooper

THIS WEEK’S SHOWCASE PERFORMANCES:  Kirk Thurmond and Cary Pierce.

Troubadour, TX is hosted each week by Stacy Dean Campbell.

CHECK LOCAL LISTINGS HERE FOR WEEKEND AIRTIMES IN YOUR AREA