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Joey + Rory

29 Dec 2008 00:01:00 EST

Play the Song :: This husband-and-wife duo is from Hardison Mill, Tenn. Rory is a songwriter whose penned hits for Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney and others, while Joey is an accomplished vocalist with a genuine style that leads the duo's tight sound. They were finalists in 2008 on CMT’s Can You Duet talent series. Joey and Rory released their first album, The Life of a Song, produced by Carl Jackson, on Sugar Hill Records Their debut single is “Cheater Cheater.” Joey and Rory are also the new faces of Overstock.com, and appear in a national advertising campaign on over 25 TV networks.

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Back Porch Mary

29 Dec 2008 00:00:50 EST

We Are the Broken Hearted :: The rise of these Austin-based power-tonk troubadours is a textbook case of the grass-roots movement. Known as the blue-collar band of America, Back Porch Mary has sold a combined 50,000 records independently and has spent the last seven years playing thousands of shows across the U.S.—serving up rock ‘n’ roll ditties laced with punk, country and bluegrass. Time of the Broken Heart on Smith Entertainment Records, is the band’s fourth release and spent over a month on the Americana Chart Top 40.

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Nikkie Britt

29 Dec 2008 00:00:40 EST

Not Bein’ In Love :: Sometimes tagged as a 15-year-old phenom, Nikki released her debut album on Rustic Records this past September. Ready to Ride’s 12 tracks offer a great insight into her as an artist. From cowboy-hunting party girl to estranged daughter meeting her father for the first time, these songs give the young singer a great showcase to demonstrate both her vocal range and her ability to emotionally connect with her audience. Having opened for James Otto, and fresh off a rousing performance at The Rutledge in Nashville, Nikki declares she is excited about kick-starting her life in country music.

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Mason Douglas

29 Dec 2008 00:00:30 EST

Goodbye Woman :: This supertalented Arizona native grew up being influenced by artists such as Rob Thomas, Chris Isaak and Garth Brooks. Mason’s made his initial mark on country music by sharing audiences with Trace Adkins, Terri Clark, Jewel, Big & Rich and Gretchen Wilson—and recently gained national airplay with his song “Home Free,” a touching tribute to America's military. Mason notes that he is bringing back the focus on the song and the songwriter as he brings his strong vocals to the attention of fans everywhere. He’ll release his debut solo album this summer on Rural Rhythm Records.

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Steve Wallace

29 Dec 2008 00:00:20 EST

The Bible Is My Guide :: For more than 25 years, this Indiana songwriter has been writing country music—while battling a rare nerve disorder called dystonia, which affects his muscles and speech. Steve’s influences are Garth Brooks, Randy Travis, George Strait and Chely Wright. He’s written over 200 songs and won numerous songwriting awards. He says he enjoys helping other people and organizations through his music, including the American Cancer Society and the Leukemia and the Lymphona Society. A former BMX motocross driver, Steve now has his own BMX team. His song “The Bible Is My Guide” is sung by The William Ray Group of Nashville.

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Rachel Proctor

15 Dec 2008 00:01:00 EST

What Goodbye Looks Like :: Charleston, W.Va., native Rachel moved to Nashville in 1995. In 2002, Martina McBride recorded her song “Where Would You Be” and Rachel signed with BNA Records. Her first single, “Days Like This,” from her 2004 debut album Where I Belong, reached the Billboard Top 30, and her follow-up single, “Me and Emily,” reached the Top 20.

After leaving BNA, she released an independent EP Only Lonely Girl in 2007. Rachel, along with good friend Victoria Banks and Jessica Simpson wrote Jessica’s debut country single “Come On Over.” Rachel and Victoria also wrote Jessica’s new single “Remember That.” Rachel is currently working on a new album to be released in 2009.

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