"Resurrecting Music Row One Country Song At A Time" ...RKC
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
FREE ROSS KEY COUNTRY ANDROID MOBILE APP NOW AVAILABLE!
Okay, everyone! It's here and it's ready for download...and it's FREE! Just go to: http://www.reverbnation.com/mobile-app/212503/rosskey
Monday, September 17, 2012
ANDROID MOBILE APP AVAILABLE SOON!
PRESS RELEASE
09/17/2012
NASHVILLE, TN: In the next few days, you'll be able to access Ross Key music, videos, downloads and information from your iPhone, iPad, etc.! The Android Mobile App for Ross Key (Ross Key Country) is in production and should be up and running soon! Watch for the release to be announced soon!
09/17/2012
NASHVILLE, TN: In the next few days, you'll be able to access Ross Key music, videos, downloads and information from your iPhone, iPad, etc.! The Android Mobile App for Ross Key (Ross Key Country) is in production and should be up and running soon! Watch for the release to be announced soon!
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Friday, August 24, 2012
Sunday, August 12, 2012
DOG DAYZ OF AUGUST BENEFIT CONCERT
LEBANON, TN, AUGUST 12, 2012:
Ross Key (aka Ross Key Country) and the Traditional Country Network will be hosting its "Dog Dayz Of August" benefit concert in support of the Lebanon/Wilson County Humane Society, New Leash On Life. The event takes place on Saturday, August 18, 2012 from Noon til 6:00PM with live entertainment continuing until 11:00PM at Pro Bowl West located at 501 West Baddour Parkway, Lebanon, Tennessee.
The event is being held in support of the animal shelter's adopted "No Kill" policy for its residents. With this policy, the shelter is in need of funds to maintain the care of the animals housed in its facility. The benefit goal is $5,000.00 and donations are being accepted online at www.gofundme.com/DOGDAYZBENEFIT. All donations are tax deductible and go to the shelter.
The performers are volunteering their time and talent to the event and there are more than 20 scheduled to perform from Alabama, Kentucky, Tennessee, and more. Special guest appearances by Roy August and EllieMay Kay. It is open and free to the public, and a great way to spend an enjoyable day and evening with the entire family. Donations will be accepted onsite the day of the event, as well, with staff from the shelter at the benefit.
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed. Food and beverages are available during the event.
*****
Ross Key (aka Ross Key Country) and the Traditional Country Network will be hosting its "Dog Dayz Of August" benefit concert in support of the Lebanon/Wilson County Humane Society, New Leash On Life. The event takes place on Saturday, August 18, 2012 from Noon til 6:00PM with live entertainment continuing until 11:00PM at Pro Bowl West located at 501 West Baddour Parkway, Lebanon, Tennessee.
The event is being held in support of the animal shelter's adopted "No Kill" policy for its residents. With this policy, the shelter is in need of funds to maintain the care of the animals housed in its facility. The benefit goal is $5,000.00 and donations are being accepted online at www.gofundme.com/DOGDAYZBENEFIT. All donations are tax deductible and go to the shelter.
The performers are volunteering their time and talent to the event and there are more than 20 scheduled to perform from Alabama, Kentucky, Tennessee, and more. Special guest appearances by Roy August and EllieMay Kay. It is open and free to the public, and a great way to spend an enjoyable day and evening with the entire family. Donations will be accepted onsite the day of the event, as well, with staff from the shelter at the benefit.
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed. Food and beverages are available during the event.
*****
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
New Song & Video Uploaded
Hope you'll take a moment to listen and/or watch the new live recording of my new song, Country As An Ear Of Corn, at www.reverbnation.com/rosskey.
Monday, July 30, 2012
New Booking Agent
Terry Kelley Productions now handles booking for Ross Key (aka: Ross Key Country). For information and availability dates, email terrykelleyproductions@gmail.com or call 205-483-4074.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Razzy Bailey this SAT, JULY 28 from NOON - 4PM...
Join me with my special guests, Julie Taylor, Gene Payne, Tim Hood, and a very special guest, Mr. Razzy Bailey!
All happening on lower Broadway at The National Underground, 105 Broadway, Nashville, TN. Located directly across the street from the Hard Rock Cafe!
Thursday, July 19, 2012
New Songs & Videos Uploaded!
There are 3 new songs and several new videos uploaded to www.reverbnation.com/rosskey. Go check them out!
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Free Concert To Help Animal Shelter in Lebanon, TN
Please help us help them...Donate whatever you can to this worthy cause. The Dog Dayz of August benefit concert is taking place on Saturday, August 18 from Noon til 6pm with live music beginning at Noon until 11pm! Come on out and meet some of today's hottest new artists and songwriters. The music community has rallied to support this event and we need you!
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
BENEFIT CONCERT SET TO RAISE FUNDS FOR "NEW LEASH ON LIFE"
Traditional Country Network and Ross Key Country Host Benefit in Lebanon, TN
NASHVILLE, TN, JULY 10, 2012: The Traditional Country Network and its CEO/Founder, Ross Key (aka: Ross Key Country), are committed to helping raise much needed funds for the NEW LEASH ON LIFE animal shelter in Lebanon, Tennessee. The staff is busy organizing and booking entertainment for a six-hour "DOG DAYZ OF AUGUST" benefit concert to be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Pro Bowl West located at 501 West Baddour Parkway in Lebanon, Tennessee. The benefit will begin at 12:00PM (noon) and last until 6:00PM. The live music will continue until 11:00pm. It is free and open to the public. A goal of $5,000.00 has been set with hopes to exceed.
Key heard that New Leash On Life adopted a "No Kill" policy for their healthy residents. Adoptable pets are no longer euthanized to make room for new residents. Because of this policy, and the programs that the animal shelter has in place, expenses will increase. They also have a "Pantry for Paws" which assists those who cannot afford to buy food for their pets during this difficult economy. The organization is also trying to raise funds for a much needed update to their current software program that maintains the records of animals health care, adoptions, etc.
Key and his staff have recruited many area entertainers and songwriters for the event. The current lineup includes Ross Key Country (emcee) with special guest, CMA Hall of Fame songwriter, Roy August. Other performers are EllieMae Kay, PJ Steelman, Vince Barrios, Gene Payne, Tim Hood, Tommy Turner, Starr Michelle, Donny Barthelemy, The Buzz! Band, Harold Webb, David Hare, Bobby Pizazz, Chris Turner, and Jeffrey Lyle.
"We are still looking for sponsors to help with funding of the shelter," Key stated. "Local businesses can donate $250.00 and hang their banner during the event and even set up a table to distribute literature about their individual services or products. With a $500.00 donation, the business will be listed with a sponsorship ad/logo on the poster as well. This is such a great cause and with the recent triple-digit temperatures for the past few weeks, our friends at the shelter need our help. 100% of the proceeds raised from the benefit will go to the shelter. There are no administrative fees being withheld. All of the entertainers are donating their time and talent to this worthy cause. I am truly honored and grateful for the outpouring of support by the music industry."
For more information and updates, please visit www.rosskey.com. To donate, please go to http://www.newleashonline.org/
The New Leash On Life shelter is located directly behind the event location and will be open during the benefit hours for visitors. The physical address is 507 Jim Draper Blvd (off Baddour Parkway behind Pro Bowl West - for mapquest use 507 W. Baddour Pkwy) Lebanon, TN 37087.
Phone: (615) 444-1144
NASHVILLE, TN, JULY 10, 2012: The Traditional Country Network and its CEO/Founder, Ross Key (aka: Ross Key Country), are committed to helping raise much needed funds for the NEW LEASH ON LIFE animal shelter in Lebanon, Tennessee. The staff is busy organizing and booking entertainment for a six-hour "DOG DAYZ OF AUGUST" benefit concert to be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Pro Bowl West located at 501 West Baddour Parkway in Lebanon, Tennessee. The benefit will begin at 12:00PM (noon) and last until 6:00PM. The live music will continue until 11:00pm. It is free and open to the public. A goal of $5,000.00 has been set with hopes to exceed.
Key heard that New Leash On Life adopted a "No Kill" policy for their healthy residents. Adoptable pets are no longer euthanized to make room for new residents. Because of this policy, and the programs that the animal shelter has in place, expenses will increase. They also have a "Pantry for Paws" which assists those who cannot afford to buy food for their pets during this difficult economy. The organization is also trying to raise funds for a much needed update to their current software program that maintains the records of animals health care, adoptions, etc.
Key and his staff have recruited many area entertainers and songwriters for the event. The current lineup includes Ross Key Country (emcee) with special guest, CMA Hall of Fame songwriter, Roy August. Other performers are EllieMae Kay, PJ Steelman, Vince Barrios, Gene Payne, Tim Hood, Tommy Turner, Starr Michelle, Donny Barthelemy, The Buzz! Band, Harold Webb, David Hare, Bobby Pizazz, Chris Turner, and Jeffrey Lyle.
"We are still looking for sponsors to help with funding of the shelter," Key stated. "Local businesses can donate $250.00 and hang their banner during the event and even set up a table to distribute literature about their individual services or products. With a $500.00 donation, the business will be listed with a sponsorship ad/logo on the poster as well. This is such a great cause and with the recent triple-digit temperatures for the past few weeks, our friends at the shelter need our help. 100% of the proceeds raised from the benefit will go to the shelter. There are no administrative fees being withheld. All of the entertainers are donating their time and talent to this worthy cause. I am truly honored and grateful for the outpouring of support by the music industry."
For more information and updates, please visit www.rosskey.com. To donate, please go to http://www.newleashonline.org/
The New Leash On Life shelter is located directly behind the event location and will be open during the benefit hours for visitors. The physical address is 507 Jim Draper Blvd (off Baddour Parkway behind Pro Bowl West - for mapquest use 507 W. Baddour Pkwy) Lebanon, TN 37087.
Phone: (615) 444-1144
Monday, June 25, 2012
JULY 4th BASH in LEBANON, TN at PRO BOWL WEST
LEBANON, TN: What better way to celebrate our nation's independence than with a direct descendent of Francis Scott Key (the author of The Star Spangled Banner), Ross Key! On July 4, 2012, Ross Key (aka: Ross Key Country) will perform live with his friends at Pro Bowl West located at 501 Baddour Parkway in Lebanon, Tennessee. The event will begin at noon and end around midnight with the day's events including a cookout, bowling specials, live music and fireworks! Fun for the entire family. There is no admission fee to attend.
Scheduled performers include: Ross Key Country, Jonathan New, Chris "Moondawg" Hill, Gene Payne, Tim Hood, Stacy Lawson, Tommy Turner, King George, along with a special guest appearance, Roy August. August is a multiplatinum, Hall of Fame songwriter best known for the Oak Ridge Boys hit, Fancy Free.
For more information, please visit www.rosskey.com.
Scheduled performers include: Ross Key Country, Jonathan New, Chris "Moondawg" Hill, Gene Payne, Tim Hood, Stacy Lawson, Tommy Turner, King George, along with a special guest appearance, Roy August. August is a multiplatinum, Hall of Fame songwriter best known for the Oak Ridge Boys hit, Fancy Free.
For more information, please visit www.rosskey.com.
Monday, June 18, 2012
ROSS KEY COUNTRY & THE WILD WEST BAND AT THE NATIONAL UNDERGROUND JUNE 23
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
06/18/2012
ROSS KEY COUNTRY & THE WILD WEST BAND AT THE NATIONAL UNDERGROUND JUNE 23
Nashville, TN: From the Country Music Capital of the world, Ross Key Country will feature The Wild West Band on his Traditional Country Music Show at The National Underground located on lower Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee at 105 Broadway (across from the Hard Rock Cafe) on Saturday, June 23, 2012 from Noon until 4:00PM.
Key is a major component behind the move to bring Traditional Country music back to the forefront in Nashville and around the world. With his live Traditional Country Music Show now on Broadway, he promotes those who adhere to the sounds of the legends, whether it's performing covers, tributes, or original material in the same style. The Wild West Band is a group of talented musicians and performers who believe in keeping those tunes alive.
If you can't make it out to the show, it is live streamed via USTREAM at www.facebook.com/rosskeycountry. Just click on the USTREAM icon to access the channel.
Both Ross Key and The Wild West Band were nominated recently for several awards by the Independent Country Music Association (ICoMA). The Wild West Band is also the recipient of the 2011 Independent Music Network (IMN) "Band of the Year".
06/18/2012
ROSS KEY COUNTRY & THE WILD WEST BAND AT THE NATIONAL UNDERGROUND JUNE 23
Nashville, TN: From the Country Music Capital of the world, Ross Key Country will feature The Wild West Band on his Traditional Country Music Show at The National Underground located on lower Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee at 105 Broadway (across from the Hard Rock Cafe) on Saturday, June 23, 2012 from Noon until 4:00PM.
Key is a major component behind the move to bring Traditional Country music back to the forefront in Nashville and around the world. With his live Traditional Country Music Show now on Broadway, he promotes those who adhere to the sounds of the legends, whether it's performing covers, tributes, or original material in the same style. The Wild West Band is a group of talented musicians and performers who believe in keeping those tunes alive.
If you can't make it out to the show, it is live streamed via USTREAM at www.facebook.com/rosskeycountry. Just click on the USTREAM icon to access the channel.
Both Ross Key and The Wild West Band were nominated recently for several awards by the Independent Country Music Association (ICoMA). The Wild West Band is also the recipient of the 2011 Independent Music Network (IMN) "Band of the Year".
Sunday, June 10, 2012
"Resurrect Music Row" Chosen As Lead-In To Regular Radio Program
Good news from the RKC camp!!! We just got word that FM107.5 radio station will be using Ross' "Resurrect Music Row" as the lead-in to its weekly show "COUNTRY COLLECTION". The email received reads:
That Song Is Exactly What I Have Been Trying To achieve With My Radio Program,,,Bring Back The Real Country Sound, Congratulate Ross On A Great Song And With Your Permission I Would Like To Use That Song As My Lead-In Song For The Start Of My Program “COUNTRY COLLECTION” Every Sunday Night.
Fraser Coast Community Radio FM107.5
Hervey Bay Queensland Australia
To listen to the song or purchase as download, visit www.reverbnation.com/rosskey.
That Song Is Exactly What I Have Been Trying To achieve With My Radio Program,,,Bring Back The Real Country Sound, Congratulate Ross On A Great Song And With Your Permission I Would Like To Use That Song As My Lead-In Song For The Start Of My Program “COUNTRY COLLECTION” Every Sunday Night.
Fraser Coast Community Radio FM107.5
Hervey Bay Queensland Australia
To listen to the song or purchase as download, visit www.reverbnation.com/rosskey.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
2012 SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND!
Come on out to the Music Circle for the 10th Annual Songwriters Festival this weekend. All within walking distance! Starts Friday, June 1st through Sunday, June 3rd on Division and Demonbreun Streets in Nashville, Tennessee. Meet the songwriters and artists!
Ross Key will be MC'ing at Otter's Chicken & Brew on Friday, June 1st from 7:00pm until 10:00pm, and will take the stage himself at 8:15pm! Then, on Sunday, June 3rd, Ross will MC the show at Winners on Division Street from 2:30pm until 5:00pm. Once he finishes there, he will go to Music Row Best Western and perform at 5:45pm in their Black Buzzard Lounge (formerly Pick's).
Ross invites you to come out and meet him!
Great music all day and half the night! Participating venues are: Music Row Best Western, Mirko's, Red Rooster, Otter's, Dan McGuinness Pub, Losers and Winners.
Ross Key will be MC'ing at Otter's Chicken & Brew on Friday, June 1st from 7:00pm until 10:00pm, and will take the stage himself at 8:15pm! Then, on Sunday, June 3rd, Ross will MC the show at Winners on Division Street from 2:30pm until 5:00pm. Once he finishes there, he will go to Music Row Best Western and perform at 5:45pm in their Black Buzzard Lounge (formerly Pick's).
Ross invites you to come out and meet him!
Great music all day and half the night! Participating venues are: Music Row Best Western, Mirko's, Red Rooster, Otter's, Dan McGuinness Pub, Losers and Winners.
Saddened to announce that Doc Watson has died at 89 in NC
I just got this news...
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — The manager of Grammy-winning folk musician Doc Watson says the artist has died. He was 89. Mitchell Greenhill said in a news release that Watson died Tuesday at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. A hospital spokeswoman also confirmed Watson's death. Watson w...as a master flatpicker, playing his acoustic guitar at lightning speeds that could intimidate other musicians. The blind musician also sang and played other instruments, including the harmonica. His many awards include the National Medal of the Arts in 1997 and the lifetime achievement award from the Grammys in 2004. His albums earned seven other Grammys. Watson was also known for Merlefest, an annual gathering of musicians in Wilkesboro named after his son, who died in a tractor accident in 1985.
I had the pleasure to meet Doc Watson and play with him somewhere around 1984 in Roanoke, Virginia. I extend my deepest sympathies to his family and fans. He was an awesome picker. RIP Doc...the music industry has lost a legend.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — The manager of Grammy-winning folk musician Doc Watson says the artist has died. He was 89. Mitchell Greenhill said in a news release that Watson died Tuesday at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. A hospital spokeswoman also confirmed Watson's death. Watson w...as a master flatpicker, playing his acoustic guitar at lightning speeds that could intimidate other musicians. The blind musician also sang and played other instruments, including the harmonica. His many awards include the National Medal of the Arts in 1997 and the lifetime achievement award from the Grammys in 2004. His albums earned seven other Grammys. Watson was also known for Merlefest, an annual gathering of musicians in Wilkesboro named after his son, who died in a tractor accident in 1985.
I had the pleasure to meet Doc Watson and play with him somewhere around 1984 in Roanoke, Virginia. I extend my deepest sympathies to his family and fans. He was an awesome picker. RIP Doc...the music industry has lost a legend.
Saturday, May 26, 2012
TODAY AT THE NATIONAL UNDERGROUND IN NASHVILLE
SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE:
JIMMY PARKER
TOMMY TURNER
MIKE WOOTAN(?)
AND THE
EUROPEAN HIGHWAYMEN!
Watch it at home! www.facebook.com/rosskeycountry
Click the USTREAM icon!
Thursday, May 17, 2012
SAT • MAY 19: ROSS KEY COUNTRY 2012 SPRING FLING
PRESS RELEASE
05/17/2012
LEBANON, TN -- Ross Key will host his first Annual Spring Fling in Lebanon, Tennessee this Saturday, May 19 at PRO BOWL WEST located at 501 West Baddour Parkway. This annual event has been a Ross Key Country tradition in his hometown of Lynchburg, Virginia. Now that Ross resides in Nashville, he has decided to carry on his concert featuring performers and songwriters from around the country with special guest appearances. You just never know who may show up!
"Every year I do this to give back to the community, fans, friends and family who have supported me throughout the years of my career," Key stated. "Having moved to Nashville in 2011, I wanted to do the same for my new home. We've got a fantastic lineup of talent encompassing traditional country, country, blues, bluegrass, swing, gospel and so much more. The event is a means for performers and songwriters to have the chance to meet and form new friendships, network and enjoy the freedom of meeting and making fans."
The event is free and open to the public. There are 21+ performers on the lineup, and the event begins at Noon on Saturday and runs until midnight. Food and beverages are available in the venue's Legends Lounge. Lots of free parking. This is an indoor and outdoor event.
Where else can you find an event of this magnitude at no cost? Bring the entire family. Gather up your friends and come out to one of the biggest events being held in Lebanon, Tennessee this Saturday!
Pro Bowl West's owner, Billy Hawk, agreed to sponsor the event after hearing Key perform. Other sponsors include Buttonwood Productions, midSTATE Graphix, and Inside Today's Traditional Country Music ezine.
05/17/2012
LEBANON, TN -- Ross Key will host his first Annual Spring Fling in Lebanon, Tennessee this Saturday, May 19 at PRO BOWL WEST located at 501 West Baddour Parkway. This annual event has been a Ross Key Country tradition in his hometown of Lynchburg, Virginia. Now that Ross resides in Nashville, he has decided to carry on his concert featuring performers and songwriters from around the country with special guest appearances. You just never know who may show up!
"Every year I do this to give back to the community, fans, friends and family who have supported me throughout the years of my career," Key stated. "Having moved to Nashville in 2011, I wanted to do the same for my new home. We've got a fantastic lineup of talent encompassing traditional country, country, blues, bluegrass, swing, gospel and so much more. The event is a means for performers and songwriters to have the chance to meet and form new friendships, network and enjoy the freedom of meeting and making fans."
The event is free and open to the public. There are 21+ performers on the lineup, and the event begins at Noon on Saturday and runs until midnight. Food and beverages are available in the venue's Legends Lounge. Lots of free parking. This is an indoor and outdoor event.
Where else can you find an event of this magnitude at no cost? Bring the entire family. Gather up your friends and come out to one of the biggest events being held in Lebanon, Tennessee this Saturday!
Pro Bowl West's owner, Billy Hawk, agreed to sponsor the event after hearing Key perform. Other sponsors include Buttonwood Productions, midSTATE Graphix, and Inside Today's Traditional Country Music ezine.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Traditional Country Music & I need your vote now!
I Need Your Votes!
I have been nominated in the 2012 Best Musician category by the ICMA (Independent Country Music Association). I need your help to win. If you will please go to http://www.icmaawards.com and click the button next to my name (Ross Key) and then click the button "Cast Your Vote". You can vote once each day (every 24 hours) throughout the month of April. Judges make their final decision on the winner in early May based on Popularity (the votes), Talent, Marketability, and Reputation. The voting is now going on. Thank you for your support.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Chance to WIN Personally Autographed CD & Poster
Okay...lets see if I can get all of you motivated to go vote for Ross Key as ICMA's 2012 "Best Musician". Whoever votes every day and sends the most friends, family and co-workers to the site to vote, by April 30th, I'll personally autograph my "Ross Key Country "The Originals: Live & Raw" CD and a full color 13X19 poster, and mail it to you.
Send everyone you know this blog and tell them to click this link http://www.icmanet.com/voting/fanvoting.php. Whoever votes every day and sends the most people to vote will have their name put in a drawing each time someone you sent voted. A name will be drawn by one of the staff and an email will be sent to the winner by 05/02/2012.
Vote every day until April 30, 2012.
Good luck!
Ross Key
The CD
The Poster
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Ross Key Nominated "Best Musician"
PRESS RELEASE
04/01/2012NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key learned today that he has been nominated by the Independent Country Music Association (ICMA) as 2012's "Best Musician" category. There are four other contenders and now it is up to the fans, family and friends to vote him into the finals. Please take the time to click on the link below and vote for Ross in the Best Musician category. Your support and vote are very much appreciated during this critical voting process.
"I'm honored and surprised at the same time," Key said quietly. "Just to be nominated by this esteemed organization and the panel of judges is quite the honor. Win or not, I'm truly honored to even be considered a nominee."
The link to cast your vote is: http://www.icmanet.com/voting/fanvoting.php
Thursday, March 29, 2012
UPDATED: SATURDAY, MARCH 31 • 3PM-6PM
TRADITIONAL COUNTRY MUSIC SHOW w/ROSS KEY this Saturday at the National Underground located at 105 Broadway, Nashville TN (across the street from Hard Rock Cafe on Lower Broadway). Ross' guests include Waylon Carey, QB Diamond, Mike Wootan (with Richard Starkey on lead) and Stacy Lawson! No Cover! Great food, cold beverages, great staff, with originals and some great country classics! 21+ or with an adult.
Ross will be joined by his friend, John Richards, who will lend his masterful guitar picking to back the artists and Ross.
This is the only Traditional Country Music Show on lower Broadway! Don't miss it! If you came to Nashville to hear great country music, this is the place to be.
Ross will be joined by his friend, John Richards, who will lend his masterful guitar picking to back the artists and Ross.
This is the only Traditional Country Music Show on lower Broadway! Don't miss it! If you came to Nashville to hear great country music, this is the place to be.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Purchase Your Ticket Today During The Pre-Sale
PRESS RELEASE
03/22/2012Meet Ross Key On The Red Carpet At Warner Bros Records Event
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key will be performing at the upcoming Warner Bros Records "Red Carpet" music event on Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the Hard Rock Cafe located on lower Broadway in Nashville. Tickets are available for Pre-Sale at http://www.wantickets.com/rosskeycountry. This event will sell out early!Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Red Carpet Event For Ross Key
PRESS RELEASE
03/21/2012
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key has been invited to perform for the Warner Bros Records red carpet event taking place on May 5, 2012 at 5:00PM which is being held at Hard Rock Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee.
Tickets will be available soon online. Cost per ticket is $20.00. This event will sell out early, so watch for the link to be released soon.
03/21/2012
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key has been invited to perform for the Warner Bros Records red carpet event taking place on May 5, 2012 at 5:00PM which is being held at Hard Rock Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee.
Tickets will be available soon online. Cost per ticket is $20.00. This event will sell out early, so watch for the link to be released soon.
Friday, March 16, 2012
ON BROADWAY WHERE THE LEGENDS PERFORMED!
NASHVILLE, TN: The National Underground proudly presents the TRADITIONAL COUNTRY MUSIC SHOW with ROSS KEY at it's venue located on lower Broadway at 105 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee, on Saturday, March 24, 2012 from Noon until 3:00pm. No cover. This is one of the best received shows on Broadway, promising traditional country music the way it used to be. Ross Key has performed several times in the past couple of months and always brings in a crowd. You don't want to miss this show with his guests, Vince Barrios, Phil Da'Void and Bill Curtis. The show is always live streamed online at www.whotune.com (no registration required to watch), and pulls in an audience from around the world. The show will also be live streamed from Key's musicians page on Facebook at Ross Key Country through the Ustream link.
Ross Key is a stickler about how country music should sound. While he has no problem with other variations, his heart and soul is firmly grasped into the way country music sounded decades ago. "There's a place for all music, however, when you say "country music" to me, it doesn't have a rock and roll sound to it. It's about drinking and cheating songs, love songs that reflect love that's good or bad. It's fiddles, banjos, and steel guitars. It's songs about real life. About good and bad feelings. Pain and happiness," Key stated. "While I can play almost any kind of music, I don't. My heart and soul are into traditional country."
Key's slogan for over three years now - since he re-embarked on his solo music career - says it all..."Resurrecting Music Row one country song at a time". His most requested and best received song is "Resurrect Music Row" which took him two years to complete.
"I had lyrics. I had the general melody, but it just wouldn't fall into place for me until last Spring when I walked along 16th Avenue (Music Row). Then, it all just fell into place," Key said.
Join Ross and his guests down on Broadway at The National Underground on Saturday, March 24. For more information on Ross Key visit www.rosskey.com.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Tonight at Wilson's Pub, Murfreesboro TN
Ross will do a guest appearance at Wilson's Pub, 123 SE Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN during Phil Da'Void's Wednesday Night Spotlight from 7:30pm - 10:30pm/central time. The show will feature Garrett Walker of Nashville with other guests. Come out for an evening of fun entertainment, great food, and lots of fun! If you can't make it out, watch it live at www.whotune.com. To get to the live stream, click on "Live Stage" in the menu bar, then find "Phil Da'Void's Wed. Night Spotlight" at the bottom of the screen and click on it to highlight; then, at the top of the same screen, click on "Watch". You're IN! No pre-registration required. Interact with guests and the host, Phil!
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
ROSS ATTENDS FIRST CMA ROUNDTABLE AS INVITED GUEST
PRESS RELEASE
03/13/2012
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key was invited by CMA to attend the first ever of the CMA Roundtable luncheon and informational meeting. Following the speakers, which included Brandi Simms, Manager of Marketing and Steve Moore, CEO, there was a Q&A sessions. Good ideas were also passed along. The menu/food was superb. The attendees were even of a higher quality.
Ross met many within the CMA organization including staff, management and members. Kix Brooks, Rory (of Joey & Rory), and many others were in attendance.
03/13/2012
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key was invited by CMA to attend the first ever of the CMA Roundtable luncheon and informational meeting. Following the speakers, which included Brandi Simms, Manager of Marketing and Steve Moore, CEO, there was a Q&A sessions. Good ideas were also passed along. The menu/food was superb. The attendees were even of a higher quality.
Ross met many within the CMA organization including staff, management and members. Kix Brooks, Rory (of Joey & Rory), and many others were in attendance.
Steve Moore, CEO of CMA, speaks to the crowd
Kix Brooks was also in attendance
Rory and Ross enjoy conversation and the photo op
Steve Moore and Ross Key converse about traditional country
Ross waves to someone in the crowd
Another photo op!
Sunday, March 4, 2012
To Hear Ross Key On-Air All This Week...
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LOCAL ARTIST TO BE RECOGNIZED INTERNATIONALLY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Alan Shephard
Tel: 802-442-6321
Email: al@icmanet.com
Lynchburg artist to be featured on syndicated Country music program
Ross Key, an independent Country music artist from Lynchburg, VA, will be the "ICMA Hometown Sounds Talent of the Week" on an upcoming episode of the "Country Dreams" radio program.
"We chose Ross because of both his talent, as well as his love for his hometown and the people in it," says Alan Shephard, co-host of Country Dreams. He went on to say, "Our goal is to highlight the uniqueness of each hometown, and the talents each village holds."
Ross is a 6th generation grandson of Francis Scott Key, the author of our nation's national anthem, The Star Spangled Banner. According to Ross, he was exposed to many legends of country music as he grew up, as his uncle played in Mel Tillis' band. At 13, he taught himself to play the guitar by listening to Chet Atkins and Willie Nelson. He began teaching guitar professionally at age 15. Key eventually taught himself to play fiddle, banjo, dobro, mandolin, upright bass, keyboard/piano, and drums.
At 16, he traveled through Europe as a Boy Scouts music ambassador, earning a private audience with King Gustaf of Sweden, and entertaining other European dignitaries as well.
Upon his return home, Key was offered a regular musician's spot in a well-respected country band - Roy Campbell & the Nashville Sound - and opened for many country music legends, including Mel Tillis, Alabama, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams Jr., and many more. Willie even invited him to sit-in with his band on stage after hearing Key perform "Under the Double Eagle" on his bus using Willie's guitar. You can find Ross Key on the web at http://www.rosskeycom.
The "Country Dreams" radio show is currently heard on various AM/FM and internet stations around the world. It can be found on the web at www.countrydreamsradio.com. The Independent Country Music Association (ICMA) exists to promote indie Country singers and songwriters from across the globe. It is located at http://www.icmanet.com.
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If you'd like more information on Ross Key, please email rosskeycountry@gmail.com. For more info on Country Dreams or the ICMA, contact Al Shephard at 802-442-6321 (days), or by email at al@icmanet.com.
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Contact: Alan Shephard
Tel: 802-442-6321
Email: al@icmanet.com
Ross Key, an independent Country music artist from Lynchburg, VA, will be the "ICMA Hometown Sounds Talent of the Week" on an upcoming episode of the "Country Dreams" radio program.
"We chose Ross because of both his talent, as well as his love for his hometown and the people in it," says Alan Shephard, co-host of Country Dreams. He went on to say, "Our goal is to highlight the uniqueness of each hometown, and the talents each village holds."
Ross is a 6th generation grandson of Francis Scott Key, the author of our nation's national anthem, The Star Spangled Banner. According to Ross, he was exposed to many legends of country music as he grew up, as his uncle played in Mel Tillis' band. At 13, he taught himself to play the guitar by listening to Chet Atkins and Willie Nelson. He began teaching guitar professionally at age 15. Key eventually taught himself to play fiddle, banjo, dobro, mandolin, upright bass, keyboard/piano, and drums.
At 16, he traveled through Europe as a Boy Scouts music ambassador, earning a private audience with King Gustaf of Sweden, and entertaining other European dignitaries as well.
Upon his return home, Key was offered a regular musician's spot in a well-respected country band - Roy Campbell & the Nashville Sound - and opened for many country music legends, including Mel Tillis, Alabama, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams Jr., and many more. Willie even invited him to sit-in with his band on stage after hearing Key perform "Under the Double Eagle" on his bus using Willie's guitar. You can find Ross Key on the web at http://www.rosskeycom.
The "Country Dreams" radio show is currently heard on various AM/FM and internet stations around the world. It can be found on the web at www.countrydreamsradio.com. The Independent Country Music Association (ICMA) exists to promote indie Country singers and songwriters from across the globe. It is located at http://www.icmanet.com.
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If you'd like more information on Ross Key, please email rosskeycountry@gmail.com. For more info on Country Dreams or the ICMA, contact Al Shephard at 802-442-6321 (days), or by email at al@icmanet.com.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Ross Key Accepted Into Country Music Association (CMA)
PRESS RELEASE
02/28/2012
NASHVILLE, TN: Buttonwood Productions and Brenda Porter, manager for Ross Key (aka Ross Key Country) are proud to announce that Ross Key has been accepted into the elite membership of the Country Music Association (CMA) based in Nashville, Tennessee.
"This is a huge honor and accomplishment for me," Key stated. "To be accepted into the prestigious ranks of so many legendary performers of yesterday and today, is a humbling experience. It is an honor which I will endeavor to represent to the very best of my ability as a musician and entertainer."
Since its founding in 1958, the CMA has become known as one of the premier trade organizations worldwide, working with the industry to establish Country Music as a mainstream musical format. It was the first trade association formed to promote country music. CMA is a dynamic force in the advancement of country music worldwide with major events and strategic marketing initiatives. CMA is dedicated to bringing the poetry and emotion of the country music genre to the global market and providing opportunities for the entire industry. For more information, please visit www.cmaworld.com.
For more information on Ross Key, please visit his official website at www.rosskey.com.
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"This is a huge honor and accomplishment for me," Key stated. "To be accepted into the prestigious ranks of so many legendary performers of yesterday and today, is a humbling experience. It is an honor which I will endeavor to represent to the very best of my ability as a musician and entertainer."
Since its founding in 1958, the CMA has become known as one of the premier trade organizations worldwide, working with the industry to establish Country Music as a mainstream musical format. It was the first trade association formed to promote country music. CMA is a dynamic force in the advancement of country music worldwide with major events and strategic marketing initiatives. CMA is dedicated to bringing the poetry and emotion of the country music genre to the global market and providing opportunities for the entire industry. For more information, please visit www.cmaworld.com.
For more information on Ross Key, please visit his official website at www.rosskey.com.
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Thursday, February 16, 2012
Taps & Tapas Show Cancelled
PRESS RELEASE:
NASHVILLE, TN, FEBRUARY 16, 2012: The management team of Ross Key and management at the venue have mutually agreed to cancel the upcoming performance scheduled for Key at Belcourt Taps & Tapas for this Saturday, February 18th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Be sure to catch Key at two upcoming performances in Nashville next week.
Musicians In Action Guild Showcase
Celebrity Center
1180 8th Ave, South
Friday, February 24, 2012
Doors Open at 7:00pm
The National Underground-Nashville
105 Broadway
Nashville, TN
(across from Hard Rock Cafe)
12:00noon - 4:00pm
Opening Acts include: Katie Sharpe & Wild Deuce
NASHVILLE, TN, FEBRUARY 16, 2012: The management team of Ross Key and management at the venue have mutually agreed to cancel the upcoming performance scheduled for Key at Belcourt Taps & Tapas for this Saturday, February 18th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Be sure to catch Key at two upcoming performances in Nashville next week.
Musicians In Action Guild Showcase
Celebrity Center
1180 8th Ave, South
Friday, February 24, 2012
Doors Open at 7:00pm
The National Underground-Nashville
105 Broadway
Nashville, TN
(across from Hard Rock Cafe)
12:00noon - 4:00pm
Opening Acts include: Katie Sharpe & Wild Deuce
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Traditional Country Music Hour w/Ross Key
PRESS RELEASE:
NASHVILLE, TN, February 14, 2012: Folks, if you want to witness a real traditional country music event in Nashville...you need to be at Roosters Barbecue tomorrow night, Wednesday, February 15, 2012! With Hershel Butts, Glenn Alann, Vince Barrios, and Stacy Lawson as Ross Key's guests on the Traditional Country Music Hour from 8-9pm, and it's going to be the event like none other seen in an extremely long time down on Broadway! Entertaining doesn't even begin to describe this show! No admission fee. The food is outstanding, and the atmosphere and acoustics are perfection! Come early to get a seat...this is going to be a standing room only event!
The Traditional Country Music Hour is held during the James Breedwell Writers Night with this one hour set aside for Ross Key to bring in his entertainment for the evening. The Writers Night begins at 7:00pm. The show is sponsored by Inside Today's Traditional Country Music magazine; James Breedwell's Writers Nights; and, Roosters Texas Style BBQ & Steakhouse.
Location:
Roosters BBQ
123 12th Ave., North
Nashville, TN
(1 block off of Broadway)
2 New Live Videos!
Ross Key has released two new videos. Be sure to check them out here under his video/music link or visit www.rosskey.com and click on the Videos link there!
Ross Key To Make Appearance
PRESS RELEASE
February 14, 2012
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key will make a guest appearance on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at PEGGY MERCER'S MUSIC SHOWCASE being held from 3:00pm until 7:00PM at Roosters Texas Style BBQ & Steakhouse located at 123 12th Ave., North just off Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee. Ross will leave his concert at The National Underground and make his way to the Showcase for a 6:00PM performance and meet-n-greet.
February 14, 2012
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key will make a guest appearance on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at PEGGY MERCER'S MUSIC SHOWCASE being held from 3:00pm until 7:00PM at Roosters Texas Style BBQ & Steakhouse located at 123 12th Ave., North just off Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee. Ross will leave his concert at The National Underground and make his way to the Showcase for a 6:00PM performance and meet-n-greet.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Ross Key In Concert at The National Underground - Nashville
NASHVILLE, TN: Ross Key will perform at The National Underground located at 105 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee on Saturday, February 25 from Noon until 4:00pm. Opening acts include Kathy Sharpe and Wild Deuce. There is no admission fee for this concert and will feature some of Key's most recognized originals, including Saturday Night, Time For The Girl, You're Gonna Lose The Best Thing, and Resurrect Music Row. He'll also be performing some of the greatest traditional country songs of the legends such as Willie Nelson, Ernest Tubb, Vern Gosdin, and Johnny Cash. This is a chance to meet the artist that has created a buzz in Nashville with his unique guitar picking style and raspy voice that captures the audience whether he is belting out a hard-driving country tune or singing about love gone wrong.
2. Click on "Live Stage" in the menu bar
3. Go to the bottom of the list and highlight Ross Key Country
4. Go back to the top of the screen and click on the "Watch" button at top of the screen.
You're in and ready to watch some of the best traditional/outlaw country music coming out of Nashville, TN.
Live
Webcast, Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 12PM - 4PM in Nashville, TN with Ross Key Country! If you can't make it out to The National Underground-Nashville,
tune in online to watch at www.whotune.com. No registration required.
TO ACCESS THE
WEBCAST:
1. Go to www.whotune.com2. Click on "Live Stage" in the menu bar
3. Go to the bottom of the list and highlight Ross Key Country
4. Go back to the top of the screen and click on the "Watch" button at top of the screen.
You're in and ready to watch some of the best traditional/outlaw country music coming out of Nashville, TN.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Traditional Country Music Hour with Ross Key
NASHVILLE, TN, January 30, 2012: Have you heard Ross Key live? Here's your chance to meet him up close. Ross hosts a one hour traditional country music show once each month at Roosters Texas Style Barbeque & Steakhouse located at 123 12th Ave., North in downtown Nashville. No cover charge. Ross features three to four guests during each show that write and/or perform traditional country music from 8:00pm - 9:00pm. The last show was standing room only! So, come on out! Enjoy songwriters' night with James Breedwell and the Traditional Country Music Hour with Ross Key...all in one night! And, don't forget to order some of Rooster's delicious foods! The next show will be held on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8-9pm. Some of the best traditional country music anywhere around! Hope to see you there!
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:
Inside Today's Traditional Country Music magazine
James Breedwell & Pat Groves of Nashville Music Group
Roosters Texas Style Barbeque & Steakhouse
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Cover Story in Jan/Feb 2012 issue
It's out!!! Inside Today's Traditional Country Music eZine is now available for viewing! I'm the Spotlight artist on the cover with a 2-page spread article. It also contains an article on my friend and fellow co-writer, Roy August. Lots of info for songwriters. Also included in articles is my friend and co-writer, Peggy Mercer. Check it out. Download it to read at your leisure! The link to the magazine is http://Sunday, January 1, 2012
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