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By Erin Duvall © 2013 CMA Close Up® News Service / Country Music Association®, Inc. To follow Jake Owen on Twitter is to know him. The Florida native has a reputation for cultivating personal relationships over social media through his active and open presence. Whether it’s sharing new music or the entire track list for his latest album, Days of Gold, as he did in October, or inviting fans to impromptu, real-life meetings, Owen has grown his Twitter account and his brand to an extent that even he can’t believe. “I never would have thought that I could move to a town with a dream, start fulfilling it as far as getting a record deal and putting out some music, and then eight years later have a million people following me on Twitter,” he said. “People don’t have you on Twitter. If they do, it’s because they want to know what’s going on in your life. It makes me feel good to know that people care enough about what I’m doing.” Owen has worked hard to develop that relationship. No manager or label staffer runs his Twitter account. Owen handles his own online identity, a freedom that isn’t afforded to … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1863 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1846 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1846#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2013 20:45:26 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1846
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Florida Georgia Line to bring chart topping hits to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip for the 33rd annual nine-day music and motorcycle festival. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip added chart-topping country act, Florida Georgia Line, to the artist lineup of its 33rd annual motorcycle and music festival. The duo will bring their collection of hard-driving country hits to the 2014 festival including singles, “Cruise,” “Get Your Shine On,” “Round Here” and “Stay.” The contemporary country superstars will perform on Wednesday, Aug. 6 during the 2014 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, joining a lineup that currently includes previously announced headliners, Lynyrd Skynyrd. The Buffalo Chip festival will take place July 28-Aug. 9, 2013. Florida Georgia Line’s popularity has skyrocketed since releasing consecutive, multi-week No. 1 hits from their debut album, “Here’s to the Good Times.” The smash hit, “Cruise,” broke the record for longest No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart, sold over 6 million downloads in the US and is the second best-selling country single ever, according to SoundScan. “These guys are selling out stadiums all over the nation right now,” says Rod Woodruff, president of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. “Their work-hard-play-hard attitude provides fans a heavy dose of ‘Good Times,’ which is … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1836 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1824 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1824#comments Fri, 01 Nov 2013 05:07:53 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1824

Iconic singer, songwriter, musician, actress and philanthropist DOLLY PARTON announces a New Zealand concert date as part of the Australasian 'Blue Smoke World Tour' starting in February 2014 at Auckland’s Vector Arena. Dolly Parton returns to New Zealand next year for the first time in over three decades performing at Auckland’s Vector Arena on Friday, February 7 2014. Dolly’s latest studio album of all new material “Blue Smoke” will be released worldwide on Dolly Records with a release date to be announced soon. "New Zealand, here I come again.  We have a lot of new and exciting things for the show and I can't wait to share it with you.  I love my fans in that part of the world.  You've been so very good to me for so many years and I know that we're gonna have a wonderful time.  It’s a long way from home in your part of the world, but I know I’ll feel like I’m right at home.  So New Zealand, I’m coming home.  Wait up!" In 2011, Dolly continued to receive accolades for what was her most successful European and Australian tour of her 45-plus year career - The Better Day World Tour! During the … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1824 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1816 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1816#comments Sat, 19 Oct 2013 05:18:33 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1816

By Lorrie Hollabaugh © 2013 CMA Close Up® News Service / Country Music Association®, Inc. Fan club parties pop up all over Nashville just before and during each CMA Music Festival. But this year, Chris Young’s celebration strayed a bit from the usual format. First, it happened at Ocean Way Nashville Recording Studios, where Young had cut his previous two albums, along with his most recent, A.M., with producer and close friend James Stroud. Second, to make sure he could spend more time with each attendee, he increased the number of his get-togethers around the nation while scaling back attendance at each. This year, 100 fans — about one-fifth the number from 2012 — enjoyed especially personal interactions with their favorite artist. “We decided to do something different at Ocean Way this year,” Young explained. “With this one, we went smaller. It’s not your usual get up, talk, sing and take photos — we’re doing all that stuff, but it’s also being able to talk to everyone a little about how I make my records. And we brought in different industry people to talk to them, kind of like a behind-the-scenes view of the business. We just wanted to make … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1816 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1803 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1803#comments Fri, 27 Sep 2013 04:51:27 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1803

By Kip Kirby © 2013 CMA Close Up® News Service / Country Music Association®, Inc. In just seven years, Taylor Swift has become a household name and a global phenomenon. She has won CMA’s Entertainer of the Year twice (2009 and 2011), been named Billboard’s Top Artist of the Year (2013) and taken home Album of the Year honors at the 2010 Grammy Awards – the youngest artist and the first female solo Country artist ever to do so. (Her Grammy total stands at seven, her CMA Awards at six.) Time has named her one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World.” Rolling Stone has featured her twice on its cover. She writes or co-writes all her songs, has topped multi-genre radio airplay and digital download charts around the world and appeared in Hollywood films and hit television shows. She runs 13 Management, and is involved in every component of her publishing, recording, concert production and endorsement deals. She’s also just 23 years old — and having the time of her life. Whether sharing the stage with Tim McGraw and Keith Urban on “Highway Don’t Care” at this year’s CMA Music Festival, playing for 80,000 screaming fans at … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1803 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1797 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1797#comments Mon, 22 Jul 2013 02:28:21 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1797

On the Cover of Men's Journal Magazine CMA Awards' reigning Entertainer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year, Blake Shelton, kicks off his "Ten Times Crazier" tour tomorrow, July 19, at Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach featuring special guests Mercury Recording artist, Easton Corbin, and ACM New Female Vocalist of the Year, Jana Kramer. With over 50k tickets already sold for the first three nights alone, you can rest assured this tour will live up to its Ten Times Crazier moniker. The tour, with dates running through the fall, will feature songs from Blake's No. 1 charting album, Based on a True Story..., which includes his latest single "Mine Would Be You" along with fan favorites that Blake hasn't performed over the last few years. Blake is also featured on the cover of Men's Journal's current issue on stands now. "I'm excited to be on stage with my band playing some of our new songs off Based On A True Story... and also getting to play some older hits that haven't been in our set over recent years, " said Blake Shelton. "Everyone on that stage is there because they love to perform and want to give … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1797 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1788 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1788#comments Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:48:37 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1788

Proceeds To Benefit Military Families Buffets, Inc.® is proud to announce its latest tie-in with country music, this time with the singer/songwriter/actor Billy Ray Cyrus and his 13th studio album, Change My Mind.  Beginning today, guests can pick up Cyrus’ latest CD at Ryan’s®, Country Buffet®, HomeTown® Buffet, Old Country Buffet® and Fire Mountain® for a special $8.99 price, while supplies last.  Proceeds from the CDs will support the Armed Services YMCA® (ASYMCA) for Operation Outdoors, a camp program that assists the children of military personnel during deployment. “Our restaurants are all about providing an inviting environment for families to connect over a delicious meal.  It’s fitting to be partnering with one of America’s most famous fathers and military supporters while aligning with the ASYMCA and its mission of helping military families reconnect,” said Alice Crowder, Vice President of Marketing for Buffets, Inc. Produced by GRAMMY nominated, multi award-winning producer Brandon Friesen, Change My Mind is a stellar 10-song collection, which harkens back to Cyrus’ roots in bluegrass, Southern rock, gospel, and country music. The Flatwoods, KY native wrote or co-wrote every song on the CD including the title track and lead single, “Change My Mind.” The tune is already a … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1788 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1771 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1771#comments Fri, 29 Mar 2013 21:35:32 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1771


The rising country music star spent a week extending America’s thanks to troops and military families in Italy and Kuwait Troops and military families stationed at Aviano Air Base in Italy recently gathered to spend some quality time together at a USO concert featuring one of today’s hottest country music artists Brantley Gilbert. Gilbert, a USO first-timer and reigning Academy of Country Music (ACM) New Male Vocalist of the Year, saw hundreds of troops and military families in Italy before heading out to perform three more USO shows for troops stationed in Kuwait. While the country music singer/songwriter is hoping to take home the fan based 2013 ACM award for New Artist of the Year, nothing compares to being able to show his support of troops and their families. Details:     As part of his eight-day USO tour Gilbert visited troops at Aviano Air Base in Italy as well as troops deployed to Camp Buehring, Camp Arifjan and the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing in Kuwait. In total, Gilbert delivered goodness and a touch of home to some 3,000 troops and military families.     Additionally, Gilbert donated 10 tickets to his March 16 show in Manchester, England at the Club Academy to U.S. … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1771 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1764 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1764#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2013 03:30:57 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1764

Select Dates In Denmark, Germany and U.K. May 1 - 5 Award-winning brother/sister duo THE ROYS will cover new territory May 1 - 5 as they make their European debut with select dates at two picturesque Danish Culture Houses, Germany's ever-popular 11th Annual Buehler Bluegrass Festival and the quintessential English theatre, Leicester Square.  Hailed for their superb sibling harmonies, signature "Rootsy Bluegrass Country" sound and compelling original tunes, THE ROYS complement their vocal style with a vibrant and progressive instrumental attitude that has enchanted fans since the duo's first release.   TOUR DETAILS   May 1 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Karens Rninde Kulturhus http://www.kmkulturhus.dk   May 2 - Aalborg, Denmark - Trekanten Culturehouse http://www.visitdenmark.com/danmark/trekanten-bibliotek-og-kulturhus-gdk596162   May 4 - Buehl, Germany  - International Buehler Bluegrass Festival http://www.bluegrassfestivalbuehl.de   May 5  - London - Leicester Square Theatre www.leicestersquaretheatre.com   For Lee and Elaine, these special dates represent a dream come true - and a good chance to dip their feet into the bigger global pond.  "To say we are excited about going to Europe is an understatement," notes Elaine.  "We are counting down the days!"  The siblings believe that music is the universal language and hope that their music will resonate with … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1764 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1757 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1757#comments Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:23:09 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1757

Superstar Recognized for 15 million Air plays Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), the leading global music rights organization, honored superstar Toby Keith with BMI “Million-Air” Awards recently at a studio on Music Row. BMI’s Jody Williams and Clay Bradley presented the long-time BMI songwriter with several awards representing songwriting and publishing credits of more than 15 million air plays for some of Keith’s biggest hits, including ‘How Do You Like Me Now?,’ ‘Beer For My Horses,’ ‘She Never Cried in Front of Me,’ ‘God Love Her,’ ‘I Love this Bar’ and ‘Who’s Your Daddy?’ “Toby Keith is a stalwart BMI songwriter, who we’ve been honored to work with since early in his career. With these honors, he now stands at over 80 million performances and shows no signs of stopping,” said BMI’s Assistant Vice President of Writer/Publisher Relations Clay Bradley. The BMI “Million-Air” Award is given to songwriters, composers, and publishers whose songs accumulate to over one million U.S. broadcast performances.  The designation has been bestowed upon many of BMI’s iconic songwriters, including Sir Paul McCartney, Dolly Parton, Isaac Hayes and Roy Orbison. The acknowledgement is a mark of respect and praise for the longevity and resilience of their music. BMI … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1757 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1748 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1748#comments Tue, 12 Mar 2013 00:02:51 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1748



Award-Winning Bluegrass Duo THE ROYS Join Andy Ross of Krossroad Guitars For A Special Facebook Giveaway Award-winning Bluegrass duo THE ROYS join Krossroad Guitars in offering fans a chance to win an autographed camouflaged guitar via a special Facebook contest sponsored by Andy Ross. The guitar's designer, fellow musician, famed hunter, hunting bow designer and star of the Sportsman Channel's TV show Maximum Archery, Ross is thrilled to offer the custom Krossroad guitar emblazoned with the ever-popular Realtree™ camouflage and signed by Lee and Elaine. "It's always exciting to work with super-talented people like THE ROYS," notes Ross. "Best of luck to all who enter the giveaway!" In honor of St. Patrick's Day, all "lucky leprechauns" can enter for a chance to win from now until April 17.  To enter the contest, Bluegrass and hunting fans simply LIKE the following three Facebook pages and SHARE THE PIC using the hyperlinks provided below: Andy Ross Official Krossroad Guitars The Roys SHARE THE PIC The winner will be selected at random and notified by a Facebook message at the close of the contest. THE ROYS aligned with Team RealTree™ Outdoor Energy last year for a strategic partnership that included tour sponsorship. Lee … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1748 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1737 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1737#comments Tue, 26 Feb 2013 22:24:54 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1737

By Holly Gleason © 2013 CMA Close Up® News Service / Country Music Association®, Inc. Take one quavering tremolo guitar chord, a rattlesnake shaker, some Farfisa carny keyboards and a few picante horn punctuations, and you’re on the brink of “Back in Your Arms Again,” written by Raul Martinez, Gary Nicholson and Seth Walker, the opening track of In Time, the first new music in seven years from the celebrated progressive Country sensation known as The Mavericks. More than 20 years after their first critically acclaimed major label release, From Hell to Paradise, the Miami-born, two-time CMA Vocal Group of the Year has as much brio and bravado as ever. “We went in saying, ‘We’re gonna make music like men,’ and that’s what we did,” said Raul Malo, the singer with the voice of plush leather and VSOP brandy. “We weren’t sure what was going to happen, but we came to play and everyone played beautifully.” Though some members had not been in the same room for many years, drummer Paul Deakin, bassist/guitarist Robert Reynolds and longtime collaborators Jerry Dale McFadden on keyboards and Eddie Perez on guitar, found the spark instantly. Classic song forms, top-shelf musicianship and a desire … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1737 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1719 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1719#comments Sat, 02 Feb 2013 00:58:03 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1719


Today, Mountain Dew taps into its southern roots and welcomes one of country music's hottest emerging acts, Brantley Gilbert , into the DEW family. Embracing the brand's Tennessee history and one-of-a-kind flavor, the new partnership is a perfect fit with the hit singer/songwriter's high-energy live shows and authentic lyrics. The Academy of Country Music (ACM) New Male Vocalist nominee has sold over 3.5 million tracks to date from both his debut album, A MODERN DAY PRODIGAL SON, as well as his current, Gold-certified HALFWAY TO HEAVEN DELUXE (The Valory Music Co.). Gilbert has scored four #1 hits, including the GOLD-certified smashes "You Don't Know Her Like I Do" and "Country Must Be Country Wide." After playing to over 500,000 fans last year while on the road with Eric Church and Toby Keith , Gilbert will kick off the second leg of his first-ever headlining dates – HELL ON WHEELS TOUR – on January 31. "I have been a fan of Mountain Dew for as long as I can remember," said Brantley. "I'm honored to be able to partner up with the DEW family for some exciting projects this year." "Being part of the DEW family means making a style that's … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1719 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1709 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1709#comments Wed, 16 Jan 2013 20:10:00 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1709

By Bob Doerschuk © 2013 CMA Close Up® News Service / Country Music Association®, Inc. Country artists are hardly strangers to the National Milk Mustache “got milk?” campaign. Still, when Miranda Lambert chose the day before the 2012 CMA Awards to unveil her portrait as the latest in this long line of celebrities, athletes and even cartoon characters, media filled the CMA atrium to witness the occasion. The image captures the CMA Female Vocalist of the Year on a weathered wood porch, a grassy field stretching toward trees and hills, with a glass of milk in her hand, a bowl of cereal on the ground and the inevitable white frost above her upper lip. Lambert looks as though she was at home on her Oklahoma farm, although the wall was a backdrop and the photo was taken in New Jersey, at a site scouted by photographer Annie Leibovitz and her staff. Everything else, though, was real — most importantly, the depiction of Lambert’s love for rural life and the drink that best represents it to American consumers. “I always had big breakfasts with my family,” she told the press at CMA. “Milk was always on the table. My mom would … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1709 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1700 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1700#comments Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:42:56 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1700

Bice to make Broadway debut in ‘Pump Boys & Dinettes’ March 2013 Bo Bice, Sugar Money Records artist, signs with newly-formed Altar Agency and announces the upcoming lead role in the revival of the 1980’s Broadway musical ‘Pump Boys and Dinettes’. The production will be held at the Circle in the Square Theater with preview performances to commence March 19, 2013 with an official open April 8th. The original production opened off-Broadway in 1981 and moved to Broadway in February 1982, completing 573 performances over 16 months. The musical is a tribute to rural American life centered around a roadside restaurant and filling station on Highway 57 in North Carolina. Tony winner John Doyle (for “Sweeny Todd”, Director) is also set to direct the ‘Pump Boys’ revival, where the cast ensemble doubles as the show’s band. It received both Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations for Best Musical. Bice, a runner-up finalist to Carrie Underwood on American Idol’s fourth season, has released three studio albums. He has also recorded and performed with Carlos Santana, Ritchie Sambora, Willie Nelson, Chad Kroeger and Lynyrd Skynyrd, amongst others, and is now expanding his already eclectic repertoire to include Broadway. “Altar Agency is excited … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1700 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1687 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1687#comments Fri, 14 Dec 2012 03:11:31 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1687


Siblings Connect With Insights & Uplifting Music On Hallmark Channel™ Show Thursday, December 13 THE ROYS recently connected with entertainment icon Marie Osmond for an episode of her popular new Hallmark Channel TV show, Marie! Lee and Elaine share insights unique to performing siblings with Marie and discuss their new CD and career goals. The award-winning duo is honored to be the first Bluegrass artist to appear on the show, and they perform their current Top 20 single "Still Standing." The song is an uplifting tale of triumph over adversity that features Elaine's passionate lead vocal and Lee's poetic harmony; the track is from THE ROYS' most-recent disc NEW DAY DAWNING (Rural Rhythm Records). The episode airs Thursday, December 13 at 12 Noon ET on cable stations and at 9 a.m. ET on DirecTV. Click HERE for more information on the show. "You hear people say they feel immediate connections with some folks," notes Elaine Roy. "But I have to say that we actually felt like we'd known Marie forever." Her brother Lee notes, "I have never met anyone more warm and welcoming. It was an exciting experience to bring Bluegrass to such a unique platform." Marie's successes continue to … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1687 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1680 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1680#comments Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:03:13 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1680

By Bob Doerschuk Charlie Daniels is among many who are already nostalgic for the days when you could explore new releases in a CD store. “Of course, I hated to see vinyl go away first,” he noted, smiling. Plenty of fans feel the same, which is one reason why Daniels’ partnership with Buffets Inc. feels right. With more than 350 restaurants operating in 35 states under a variety of names (HomeTown Buffet, Old Country Buffet, Ryan’s and others), Buffets serves around 100 million customers each year, many of whom are already fans of Country Music. Beginning in November, they will be able to purchase Hallelujah It’s Christmas Time Again, a compilation of holiday songs recorded by Daniels and offered now exclusively through Buffets. “The great thing is that you’ve got a point-of-purchase product. You can walk up, pick it out and take it home. You don’t have to get online — especially if you’re as technologically challenged as I am,” said Daniels, with a laugh. Buffets road-tested the idea of selling Country CDs in July, when it started stocking Montgomery Gentry’s Rebels on the Run. “We were looking for ways to strengthen relationships with our guests,” explained Jason Abelkop, Chief … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1680 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1669 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1669#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2012 18:38:15 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1669

CMA Award winners Little Big Town surprised Bob Harris of BBC Radio 2 on the CMA Awards Macy’s Walk of Stars Thursday night with the presentation of the 2012 Wesley Rose International Media Achievement Award. The award was presented during the red carpet media interviews leading up to the broadcast of “The 46th Annual CMA Awards” on the ABC Television Network. The Wesley Rose International Media Achievement Award recognizes outstanding achievements in the media, which contribute to the development of Country Music outside the United States. Radio, TV, print journalists, authors, editors, television writers, producers, and PR companies who reside outside the United States are eligible to win this award. “I feel truly honored to receive the Wesley Rose International Achievement Award,” said Harris. “For my work to be acknowledged by the Nashville Music Community and to have the award presented by Little Big Town on the Red Carpet means the world to me. "I sincerely thank the Country Music Association, my wife Trudie, my family for their unbelievable support, and my friends and colleagues at BBC Radio 2 - station controller Bob Shennan and my producers Al Booth and Mark Hagen. None of this would be possible without them. … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1669 0 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1654 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1654#comments Fri, 19 Oct 2012 17:13:51 +0000 neon7 http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?p=1654

Taylor Swift's highly-anticipated fourth studio album will be released worldwide on October 22nd, Taylor herself announced this evening during a live YouTube web chat with her fans. Entitled Red, the album will be released on Big Machine Records and contains 16 tracks. After writing her last album (Speak Now) entirely by herself, for this record Taylor collaborated with several artists, producers, and songwriters she had always wanted to work with. "For the last two years, I've been working on an album called Red," Taylor says. "I called it Red because of the tumultuous, crazy adventures in love and loss that it chronicles. In my mind, when you experience love that's fast paced and out of control and mixes infatuation, jealousy, frustration, miscommunication, and all of those lovely emotions...in retrospect, it all looks red." The first single from Red, "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" (written by Taylor Swift, Max Martin, Shellback), has already arrived at radio and will be available today at iTunes and Google Play, and beginning tomorrow worldwide at all digital retail outlets. Album pre-sale dates will be announced in the coming weeks. Taylor's YouTube chat can be viewed in its entirety here: http://www.youtube.com/user/taylorswift?v=P6gFma4H7fA or www.youtube.com/taylorswift 22 … Continue reading →]]> http://neonuniverse.org/highlights/?feed=rss2&p=1654 0