CMT NEWS
| RELIVE THE
GLITZ AND GLAMOUR WHEN CMT RETELECASTS THE“42ND ANNUAL CMA AWARDS” ON
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29 |
| NASHVILLE –
November 18, 2008 – Fans get a chance to relive Country Music’s Biggest
Night™ when CMT hosts the cable premiere of the “42nd Annual CMA Awards” on
Saturday, November 29 at 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 midnight, ET/PT, which aired live
from Nashville on ABC last week. It was a night of celebration for country
music’s biggest stars as the industry awarded the top achievers in the
genre. First-time hosts and reigning Male and Female Vocalists Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood expertly guided the evening with poise and humor. The show included performances by Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney, The Eagles, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Paisley, George Strait, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Underwood and Keith Urban. Rapper Lil Wayne showed up not to rap, but rather to rock out with Kid Rock on “All Summer Long” in perhaps the most unexpected appearance of the night. Upon winning his fourth trophy for Entertainer of the Year, Kenny Chesney warmly accepted his award from superstar Shania Twain in yet another surprise appearance. Special Hollywood guests included Miley Cyrus, Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon, along with other presenters Billy Ray Cyrus, Vince Gill, Julianne Hough, Heidi Newfield, Jake Owen, John Rich, Taylor Swift, Josh Turner, Jimmy Wayne and Lee Ann Womack. For a full recap of the evening, fans can log on to CMT.com for the complete list of this year’s winners, highlights and photo galleries from the red carpet and show. Fans can stream the best moments from the CMA Red Carpet, or check out the Live Blog for unedited and off-the-cuff commentary about the night’s events. Over 40 years of CMA Awards history is available on CMT.com, along with more than 30 photo galleries featuring the most memorable fashion moments over the years with such artists as Shania Twain, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Dolly Parton and more. Visit CMT's press-only Web site www.cmtpress.com for more information and downloadable photos on all of CMT's programming. CMT, a unit of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network’s digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world’s leading creators of entertainment content, with brands that engage and connect diverse audiences across television, online, mobile, games, virtual worlds and consumer products. The company’s portfolio spans more than 150 television channels and 350 digital media properties worldwide, and includes MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, Harmonix, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, Noggin, The N, AddictingGames, Neopets, COMEDY CENTRAL, Spike TV, TV Land, Atom, GameTrailers and Xfire. |
| CMT's
“HULK HOGAN’S CELEBRITY CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING” Features Bill Goldberg |
| LOS ANGELES
— November 17, 2008 — It’s week six, and the competition becomes even more
intense as another element is added to the CCW ring—weapons. On Saturday,
November 22 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT professional football player turned
championship wrestler Bill Goldberg makes a guest appearance on HULK HOGAN'S
CELEBRITY CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING to provide the contestants with some
helpful advice on how to fully utilize their weapons. The celebrities
struggle to keep their cool as tensions continue to rise, and during a trip
to a surprise location the celebrities are given the chance to choose a
weapon that will allow them to let out their anger and frustration in the
ring. The show takes on another unexpected twist when a former cast member returns in hopes of reclaiming a place in the final match. Frustrations resurface for some, and Hulk Hogan has no choice but to step in and take charge. Two rivals must settle their differences in a “Falls Count Anywhere Match”, where moves are allowed both in and outside of the ring. As a WWE World Heavyweight Champion, WCW World Heavyweight Champion, and two-time WCW United States Heavyweight Champion, Goldberg is the perfect person to help motivate the remaining contestants in their most dangerous match to date. The CCW contestants will fight in their first ever “Hardcore Match,” where their chosen weapons will be permitted for use in the ring. Goldberg will coach the remaining five celebrity contestants-- including former NBA champion Dennis Rodman, "Different Strokes" actor Todd Bridges, Super Heavyweight boxer ButterBean, reality TV star Trishelle Cannatella and "Saved by the Bell's Dustin Diamond– who will continue to go head to head in the ring in their quest to win the title “Celebrity All-Star Heavyweight Champion.” Hulk Hogan, along with former World Championship Wrestling President Eric Bischoff and professional wrestling manager Jimmy Hart serve as judges and decide who gets eliminated each week. Tune in this week to see who will be the next “Jabronie” and lose their chance at claiming the coveted CCW Championship belt. HULK HOGAN’S CELEBRITY CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING is developed and executive produced by Eric Bischoff and Jason Hervey of Bischoff-Hervey Entertainment as well as Hulk Hogan. Melanie Moreau and Bob Kusbit are executive producers for CMT. Visit CMT's press-only Web site www.cmtpress.com for more information and downloadable photos on all of CMT's programming. CMT, a unit of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network's digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world’s leading creators of entertainment content, with brands that engage and connect diverse audiences across television, online, mobile, games, virtual worlds and consumer products. The company’s portfolio spans more than 150 television channels and 350 digital media properties worldwide, and includes MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, Harmonix, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, Noggin, The N, AddictingGames, Neopets, COMEDY CENTRAL, Spike TV, TV Land, Atom, GameTrailers and Xfire. |
| CMT TAKES
FANS ON THE “RIDE OF THEIR LIVES” IN NEW TWO HOUR FILM PREMIERING SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 Kevin Costner Narrates film which also features NASCARDrivers Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Jeff Gordon, Darrell Waltrip and More |
| NASHVILLE –
November 11, 2008 – The story behind NASCAR is presented in first-person
accounts by the people who lived it in the new film RIDE OF THEIR LIVES,
produced by CMT FILMS and NASCAR Media Group, premiering on Saturday,
December 13 at 9:00 p.m., on CMT. Narrated by Kevin Costner, the film includes new, exclusive interviews with famed NASCAR personalities Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Jeff Gordon, Bobby Allison and Darrell Waltrip, and tells the story of how family dynamics weaved a thread through a half-century of racing. In RIDE OF THEIR LIVES, the history and heroes of NASCAR are brought to life through the men and women who lived the dream. They tell NASCAR’s history which is a story of family bonds and personal struggles, rebellion and teamwork. These are the threads that weave through the sport’s first 60 years and a half-century of Daytona 500 races. From the moonshine runners of the Postwar Years, to the superstars of the 21ST Century, THE RIDE OF THEIR LIVES celebrates a sport that grew from humble Southern roots to become a national spectacle. RIDE OF THEIR LIVES features never before seen footage spanning NASCAR’s entire history from the archives of NASCAR Media Group, as well as the final interview with Bill France, Jr., former NASCAR President (1972-2000) and son of NASCAR Founder Bill France. Other drivers spotlighted in the film include Dale Earnhardt, Kyle Petty, Tim Richmond and Wendell Scott. “After the huge success we had with our first film, “DALE,” we knew we wanted to collaborate on a second project with NASCAR Media Group.” says Jeff Yapp, EVP, Program Enterprises MTVN. “This film will show NASCAR fans a new perspective on the sport they love.” “On the heels of our success with DALE, which was the largest selling sports title ever and was nominated for 2 Emmys, we are pleased to be working again with CMT and with a talent of the stature of Kevin Costner,” says Jay Abraham, COO, NASCAR Media Group. “This new film will give fans an exciting inside view of the history and evolution of the sport from the unique perspective of some of the families that made the sport.” RIDE OF THEIR LIVES is produced by CMT FILMS and NASCAR Media Group. Written by Shawn Truax, the film is executive produced by Jeff Yapp and Lewis Bogach for CMT Films and Jay Abraham and Jeff Hillegass for NASCAR Media Group. Jim Jorden produces and Rory Karpf directs. For downloadable photos, visit CMT's press-only web site www.cmtpress.com for more information. CMT, a unit of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network's digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world’s leading creators of entertainment content, with brands that engage and connect diverse audiences across television, online, mobile, games, virtual worlds and consumer products. The company’s portfolio spans more than 150 television channels and 350 digital media properties worldwide, and includes MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, Harmonix, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, Noggin, The N, AddictingGames, Neopets, COMEDY CENTRAL, Spike TV, TV Land, Atom, GameTrailers and Xfire. NASCAR Media Group is responsible for managing all of NASCAR’s broadcast and ancillary media rights as well as creating original content and programming. As such they manage all of the network relationships, develop relationships to integrate the sport into mainstream entertainment and are the exclusive rights holder of NASCAR event footage. Through their internal production group they deliver the Sight, Sound and Emotion of NASCAR® through TV and film productions, home video products and marketing efforts in support of the sport’s sponsors, tracks and teams. In 2007, NASCAR Media Group teamed with CMT Films to produce the critically-acclaimed feature length movie DALE, the only authorized documentary about racing icon Dale Earnhardt. |
| CMT
CROSSROADS: DEF LEPPARD AND TAYLOR SWIFT SCORES ON CMT |
| NASHVILLE –
November 11, 2008 – CMT CROSSROADS: DEF LEPPARD AND TAYLOR SWIFT scored big
with 4.5 million viewers* tuning in over four initial airings. CMT
CROSSROADS allowed Swift to fulfill her “childhood dream” when she walked
onstage and performed with Def Leppard. Lead singer Joe Elliott and Swift
swapped lyrics on such hit songs as “Photograph,” “Hysteria,” “Pour Some
Sugar On Me,” “Picture to Burn” and “Love Story.” CMT CROSSROADS: DEF LEPPARD AND TAYLOR SWIFT premiered on Friday, November 7, and will be re-telecast on CMT on Tuesday, November 11 at 9:00 p.m.; Friday, November 14 at 4:00 p.m.; Sunday, November 16 at 10:00 a.m.; and Wednesday, November 26 at 1:00 p.m. (all times listed are ET/PT). CMT CROSSROADS: DEF LEPPARD AND TAYLOR SWIFT is available now on CMT.com. Click here to view the entire program. Visit CMT's press-only Web site www.cmtpress.com for more information and downloadable photos on all of CMT's programming. *Nielsen Media Research (cume P 2+ / 1 minute qualifier), includes four airings. CMT, a unit of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network’s digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. |
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CMT RADIO NETWORK AND WESTWOOD ONE ANNOUNCE NEW SYNDICATED
NIGHTLY RADIO SHOW, “CMT RADIO LIVE WITH CODY ALAN” Veteran Radio Personality Cody Alan to Host Nightly Country Radio Broadcast Live From Nashville Beginning January 2009 CMT RADIO LIVE to Launch in Over 50 Markets With Support from Cumulus Media |
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| NASHVILLE –
November 10, 2008 – CMT Radio Network and Westwood One have announced CMT
RADIO LIVE WITH CODY ALAN, the new syndicated nightly country entertainment
radio show that will launch nationally in over 50 markets in January 2009.
Hosted by veteran country music DJ and Program Director, Cody Alan, CMT
RADIO LIVE will air weeknights from 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. EST, live from
CMT’s state-of-the-art radio studio in downtown Nashville. CMT RADIO LIVE will feature not only the latest country music hits along with classic favorites, but also exclusive interviews and performances, on-location event coverage and live fan interaction via call-ins, emails and instant messaging. In addition, a section on CMT.com will feature CMT RADIO LIVE, highlighting each night's show with guest profiles, photos, exclusive interviews and more. Cody Alan will also blog on the website and Westwood One will offer tools for CMT RADIO LIVE affiliates to use on their websites so listeners can become part of the show. "We have all been overwhelmed by industry interest and demand for this show, which began when the project was merely a rumor!" said Brian Philips, executive vice president and general manager for CMT. "Imagine how proud we are to launch this show with my great (former KPLX "The Wolf", Dallas/FW) colleague, Cody Alan, behind the mic. This show will benefit from all of CMT's deep creative resources and many talented friends. Our goal is to make CMT's Nashville studios an important new hub for superb country radio." “This is all about the power of great partnerships and great brands,” said Max Krasny, senior vice president entertainment for Westwood One. “Combining the creative assets of CMT, Westwood One’s country radio heritage and Cody’s unique style and delivery provides our radio partners like Cumulus exciting programming that attracts and entertains country music fans.” “I’m looking forward to bringing the CMT brand to life on the radio! And, I am thrilled to work with Brian Philips again,” said Alan. “We have big plans to deliver an entertaining, dynamic and innovative show to the country audience every night.” Cumulus Media has signed on to broadcast CMT RADIO LIVE in over 40 markets nationally, helping the show launch in over 50 markets in January. “Bringing one of the country industry’s preeminent brands, CMT, to the daypart is going to change the competitive landscape in every market,” said John Dickey, chief operating officer for Cumulus Media. Cody Alan is a respected veteran personality in the radio industry. After stints in South Carolina, Georgia and Florida, Alan made it to the major leagues at age 23 when he landed a gig at KPLX/99.5 The Wolf in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. Along the way, Alan has received numerous national awards including DJ of the Year from Country Radio Broadcasters, with his most recent nomination from the Academy of Country Music. Nominated for Radio Music Awards Air Personality of the Year, Alan has been honored at the Grand Ole Opry, seen on CMT, featured in USA Today and GQ magazine. Alan was also named Radio and Records Music Director of the Year five times, while Billboard magazine and the Radio Music Awards honored Alan with the annual title. Alan will relocate to Nashville from Salt Lake City, Utah where he is currently the afternoon host and program director at KEGA/101.5 The Eagle. The CMT Radio Network is a broadcasting partner to Westwood One and seeks to provide the most complete coverage of music and entertainment news available to country radio stations around the United States and has over 160 active affiliates. Stations interested in airing CMT RADIO LIVE WITH CODY ALAN or interested in becoming a CMT Radio Network affiliate should contact Westwood One. CMT, a unit of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network's digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world’s leading creators of entertainment content, with brands that engage and connect diverse audiences across television, online, mobile, games, virtual worlds and consumer products. The company’s portfolio spans more than 150 television channels and 350 digital media properties worldwide, and includes MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, Harmonix, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, Noggin, The N, AddictingGames, Neopets, COMEDY CENTRAL, Spike TV, TV Land, Atom, GameTrailers and Xfire. Westwood One delivers more country music programming than any other radio network. In addition to CMT Radio Live, Westwood One’s country music lineup includes CMT Radio Network, CMT Radio Insider, Country Countdown USA with Lon Helton, The Country 6-pack music series, America’s Grand Ole Opry Weekend, Stars of Country, and more. Westwood One is also a partner of the Academy of Country Music Awards and produces a live remote broadcast from the event each year. Westwood One’s country music programming airs on over 2000 stations nationwide in more than 200 markets. Westwood One (NYSE: WON) is the largest independent provider of network radio programming and the largest provider of traffic information in the U.S. Westwood One serves more than 5,000 radio and TV stations in the U.S. The Company provides over 150 news, sports, music, talk and entertainment programs, features and live events to numerous media partners. Through its Metro Networks division, Westwood provides traffic reporting and local news, sports and weather to over 2,200 radio and TV stations. The Company also provides digital and other cross platform delivery of its network and Metro content. For more information please visit www.westwoodone.com. |
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| KENNY
CHESNEY AND CARRIE UNDERWOOD PREDICTED AS “CMA AWARDS” WINNERS IN CMT POLL |
| NASHVILLE –
November 10, 2008 – America cast its vote in the third annual CMT poll to
predict winners of the “The 42nd Annual CMA Awards,” with Kenny Chesney and
Carrie Underwood emerging as the night’s big winners. When asked who they
thought would win, respondents picked Chesney as the favorite for
Entertainer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year, while Underwood was
chosen as Female Vocalist of the Year, and her album Carnival Ride was
selected for Album of the Year. George Strait topped the list for Song of
the Year for his single “I Saw God Today.” “Kenny, Carrie and George all had career-defining hits in the last year, so it’s no surprise that they are predicted to sweep the major CMA categories again,” said Jay Frank, senior vice president of music strategy, CMT. “Their continued popularity with fans and industry alike is a testament to the strength and diversity they all bring to country music.” In 2007, CMT poll respondents accurately predicted CMA Awards winners in the Entertainer (Chesney), Female (Underwood) and Album of the Year (Strait) categories. All three names topped the list again this year. CMT commissioned the poll using a random sample of 1,096 country music fans 18 and older, and asked who they personally thought would win CMA’s Entertainer, Album, Song, Female and Male Vocalist of the year. Complete CMT poll results are as follows: 1) Entertainer of the Year – Kenny Chesney 2) Album of the Year – Carrie Underwood’s Carnival Ride 3) Song of the Year – George Strait’s “I Saw God Today” 4) Female Vocalist of the Year – Carrie Underwood 5) Male Vocalist of the Year – Kenny Chesney CMT goes live with its annual, exclusive coverage of the “CMA Awards” when the CMA AWARDS 2008 RED CARPET SHOW premieres Wednesday, November 12 at 7:00-8:00 p.m., ET/PT. CMT hosts Lance Smith and Katie Cook team up to bring the audience unparalleled coverage from the red carpet. The red carpet show will also stream live at CMT.com. In addition, fans can log on to CMT.com for the latest CMA news, the complete list of this year’s nominees, an in-depth archive featuring 41 years of CMA Awards winners, highlights, photos and video galleries. Fans can stream music videos from current and past nominated artists, or view more than 30 photo galleries featuring the most memorable fashion moments over the years with such artists as Shania Twain, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Dolly Parton and more. CMT.com also partnered exclusively with Sugarland in an online game that allows fans to dress the reigning CMA Duo of the Year for the big awards night. Visit CMT's press-only Web site www.cmtpress.com for more information and downloadable photos on all of CMT's programming. CMT, a unit of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network’s digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), is one of the world’s leading creators of entertainment content, with brands that engage and connect diverse audiences across television, online, mobile, games, virtual worlds and consumer products. The company’s portfolio spans more than 150 television channels and 350 digital media properties worldwide, and includes MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, Harmonix, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, Noggin, The N, AddictingGames, Neopets, COMEDY CENTRAL, Spike TV, TV Land, Atom, GameTrailers and Xfire. |
CMT One Country and Tyson Foods Team Up with America's Second Harvest in Honor of a New Season of 'Country Fried Home Videos'
CMT and Tyson will Make a "Country Fried" Donation for Every Click on CMTONECOUNTRY.com
NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 17 -- CMT One Country and
Tyson Foods, Inc. have teamed up to donate a heapin' helping of fried chicken to
America's Second Harvest to celebrate an all-new season of the popular CMT
series, COUNTRY FRIED HOME VIDEOS, it was announced today by Lucia Folk,
director of public affairs, CMT and Ed Nicholson, director of community
relations, Tyson Foods, Inc. Beginning in July, CMT One Country and Tyson will
donate one pound of fried chicken to America's Second Harvest for every person
that visits www.CMTONECOUNTRY.com and clicks on the "donation box" over the
course of the 12-week series. COUNTRY FRIED HOME VIDEOS, hosted by Bill Engvall,
airs Fridays at 9:00-9:30 p.m., ET/PT, on CMT.
"This is an exciting opportunity to create
awareness for the issue of hunger with a national family audience," stated
Nicholson. "At Tyson Foods, we have a great partnership with America's Second
Harvest, and are grateful to CMT for allowing us the opportunity to give back in
this way."
"To celebrate the new season of COUNTRY FRIED
HOME VIDEOS, we wanted to give back to everyday Americans that are truly the
essence of the series," said Folk. "CMT One Country is pleased to partner with
America's Second Harvest and Tyson, and we hope this campaign will have a
positive impact on the nation's food banks while educating our viewers about how
they can get involved in their hometowns."
CMT One Country and Tyson will donate up to
10,000 lbs of chicken each week, up to 120,000 pounds total. The giveaway will
be promoted during the weekly premiere of COUNTRY FRIED HOME VIDEOS, encouraging
viewers to make a difference and learn more about America's Second Harvest.
Tyson will also promote the campaign on its website www.hungerrelief.tyson.com .
Now in its fourth season on CMT, COUNTRY FRIED
HOME VIDEOS, hosted by Bill Engvall, is the series that shows what everyday
Americans do for fun and 15 seconds of fame with viewer-generated video moments
that run the gamut of insane stunts in each 30-minute episode. At end of each
episode, one video is awarded Engvall's infamous "Here's Your Sign" cash prize.
COUNTRY FRIED HOME VIDEOS originally aired on CMT as a half-hour special in
March 2006 and debuted as a series in June 2006.
Visit CMT's press-only Web site www.cmtpress.com
for more information and downloadable photos on all of CMT's programming.
CMT One Country, CMT's pro-social initiative, was
launched in the fall of 2005 to promote civic participation and inspire CMT
viewers to take action and bring about important change in their communities.
CMT One Country partners include America's Second Harvest, Boys & Girls Clubs of
America, Habitat for Humanity, Hands On Network and the USO (United Service
Organizations). Led by Advisory Board members President Jimmy Carter, Maya
Angelou and General Colin Powell, whose combined service to America is
legendary, CMTONECOUNTRY.com aims to offer tools to help anyone start making a
difference immediately. For more information: www.CMTONECOUNTRY.com .
Tyson Foods, Inc. [NYSE: TSN], founded in 1935
with headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas, is the world's largest processor and
marketer of chicken, beef, and pork, the second-largest food production company
in the Fortune 500 and a member of the S&P 500. The company produces a wide
variety of protein-based and prepared food products and is the recognized market
leader in the retail and foodservice markets it serves. Tyson provides products
and service to customers throughout the United States and more than 80
countries. The company has approximately 104,000 Team Members employed at more
than 300 facilities and offices in the United States and around the world.
Through its Core Values, Code of Conduct and Team Member Bill of Rights, Tyson
strives to operate with integrity and trust and is committed to creating value
for its shareholders, customers and Team Members. The company also strives to be
faith-friendly, provide a safe work environment and serve as stewards of the
animals, land and environment entrusted to it. Visit www.tyson.com and
http://hungerrelief.tyson.com/ for more details.
CMT, a unit of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE:VIA)
(NYSE:and)
(NYSE:VIA.B)
, is the leading television and digital authority on country music and
entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its
website, www.CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts
and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network's
digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT
Mobile and CMT VOD.
America's Second Harvest - The Nation's Food Bank
Network is the largest charitable domestic hunger-relief organization in the
United States. Through its network of more than 200 member food banks, America's
Second Harvest annually provides assistance to more than 25 million people in
need, including more than 9 million children and nearly 3 million seniors in all
50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Each year, America's Second
Harvest secures and distributes more than 2 billion pounds of food and grocery
products to support feeding programs at approximately 63,000 local charitable
agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, emergency shelters,
after-school programs, and Kids Cafes. To learn more, please visit
www.secondharvest.org .
Source: CMT
CMT Fans Vote Trace Adkins and Kellie Pickler as Big Winners at '2008 CMT Music Awards'
Alison Krauss and Robert Plant, Bon Jovi and LeAnn Rimes, Brad Paisley, Director Michael Salomon, Rascal Flatts, Rodney Carrington, Sugarland and Taylor Swift Also Take Home Buckles
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 15 -- In a night filled with surprises, Trace Adkins ("I've Got My Game On") and Kellie Pickler ("I Wonder") emerged as the evening's biggest winners at tonight's 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS, broadcast live from the Curb Event Center at Belmont University in Nashville. Adkins took home top honors for MALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("I've Got My Game On"); Taylor Swift won FEMALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("Our Song"); Rascal Flatts won GROUP VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("Take Me There"); Sugarland won DUO VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("Stay"); and Taylor Swift won VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("Our Song").
Pickler won the first awards of her professional career with three CMT buckles for USA WEEKEND BREAKTHROUGH, PERFORMANCE and TEARJEARKER VIDEO OF THE YEAR for the video "I Wonder." She accepted the accolades via satellite from Scottsdale, Ariz., where she had a concert this evening.
Alison Krauss and Robert Plant won WIDE OPEN COUNTRY VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("Gone, Gone, Gone (Done Moved On)"); Bon Jovi featuring LeAnn Rimes won COLLABORATIVE VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("Till We Ain't Strangers Anymore"); Brad Paisley won COMEDY VIDEO OF THE YEAR ("Online"); Michael Salomon won DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR (Toby Keith's "High Maintenance Woman" and Trace Adkins' "I Got my Game On"); and Rodney Carrington won SUPPORTING CHARACTER OF THE YEAR ("I Got My Game On").
Hosted by Billy Ray Cyrus and Miley Cyrus, the 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS kicked off with an opening sketch featuring a wide variety of luminaries desperately seeking tickets to the show. Senators Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and John McCain each called a wide variety of friends hoping to score tickets, while Ryan Seacrest, Gretchen Wilson, Donald Trump, Trace Adkins and Larry the Cable Guy also went to great lengths to get to the show.
Keith Urban, joined by Brooks & Dunn, ignited the live show with Urban's "Raise the Barn," followed by a fantastic musical number by LeAnn Rimes in which she re-created the video for her nominated song "Nothin' Better To Do." Rascal Flatts performed their latest single, "Bob That Head," which featured user-generated clips from fans who "sang along" during the chorus.
In addition, a number of powerful performances marked the evening, as Sugarland was joined by CMT ON TOUR mates Little Big Town and Jake Owen for their cover of "Life In A Northern Town"; Tim McGraw with wife Faith Hill sang their duet "I Need You"; Alan Jackson performed his newest single "Good Time"; hosts Billy Ray Cyrus and Miley Cyrus performed the duet "Ready, Set, Don't Go"; special guest Hank Williams Jr. joined Brad Paisley on the Paisley's song "I'm Still A Guy"; Taylor Swift rocked her single "Picture to Burn"; Toby Keith performed his newest hit, "She's a Hottie"; Kenny Chesney sang "Never Wanted Nothing More"; and Carrie Underwood closed the show with her hit, "All- American Girl."
Joining Billy Ray Cyrus and Miley Cyrus onstage were celebrity presenters Jason Aldean with Snoop Dogg, Paula Abdul, Jewel, Tom Arnold with Josh Turner, Julianne Hough, Martina McBride, Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, comedian Rodney Carrington, Sara Evans, Taylor Swift, The Eagles' Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit and actor Tim Daly (ABC's "Private Practice"). Additional presenters include CMT hosts Katie Cook and Lance Smith, Bobby Brown, Diana DeGarmo, John Rich, Maureen McCormick and Sisqo of the hit series GONE COUNTRY and Tom Arnold, host of CMT's MY BIG REDNECK WEDDING, as well as judge Naomi Judd and host Rossi Morreale of the new CMT series CAN YOU DUET.
For the first time, the CMT MUSIC AWARDS featured a side stage sponsored by Nationwide that included such up-and-coming artists as Bucky Covington, James Otto, Luke Bryan, Lady Antebellum, Ashton Shepherd and Chuck Wicks.
CMT.com simulcast the 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS live and featured live blogging for the first time in awards history. MHD: Music High Definition, MTV Networks' high-definition channel, also simulcast the 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS live in HD. Exclusive content can be found on CMT.com and CMT Mobile and CMT will later bow the awards on its digital all-music channel, CMT Pure Country.
The evening's winners are as follows:
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video of the year; awarded to the artist (male, female, group/duo or collaboration) and the video director. Final nominees announced during live telecast, with final voting held online at CMT.com during the show.
-- Taylor Swift - "Our Song" (Director: Trey Fanjoy)
MALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a male artist; awarded to the artist
-- Trace Adkins - "I Got My Game On"
FEMALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a female artist; awarded to the artist
-- Taylor Swift - "Our Song"
GROUP VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a group; awarded to the artists
-- Rascal Flatts - "Take Me There"
DUO VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a duo; awarded to the artists
-- Sugarland - "Stay"
USA WEEKEND BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video from an artist's major debut album; awarded to the artist (male, female, or group/duo)
-- Kellie Pickler - "I Wonder"
COLLABORATIVE VIDEO OF THE YEAR*
Best video that featured a special collaborative appearance by artists; awarded to the artists (individual, group or duo)
-- Bon Jovi feat. LeAnn Rimes - "Till We Ain't Strangers Anymore"
PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR*
Musical performance on a television show, series or variety special on a broadcast or major cable network; awarded to the artist (individual, group or duo)
-- Kellie Pickler - "I Wonder" from the 41st Annual CMA Awards (ABC)
SUPPORTING CHARACTER OF THE YEAR*
Best supporting character whose guest appearance enhances the video concept; awarded to the special guest
-- Rodney Carrington for Trace Adkins' "I Got My Game On"
WIDE OPEN COUNTRY VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video from an artist outside the mainstream of country music; awarded to the artist (male, female, group/duo or collaboration)
-- Alison Krauss and Robert Plant - "Gone, Gone, Gone (Done Moved On)"
TEARJERKER VIDEO OF THE YEAR*
Best video most likely to stir emotion, whether tears of joy or sadness; awarded to the artist
-- Kellie Pickler - "I Wonder"
COMEDY VIDEO OF THE YEAR*
Best video to convey a song's humor and wit; awarded to the artist (individual, group or duo)
-- Brad Paisley - "Online"
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
Best video director of the year; awarded to the director for his or her body of work from the past year
-- Michael Salomon (award eligible videos include: Toby Keith's "High
Maintenance Woman" and Trace Adkins' "I Got My Game On")
*indicates new category for 2008
The 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS will encore Monday, April 14 at 11:30 p.m.; Tuesday, April 15 at 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.; Thursday, April 17 at 3:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; Saturday April 19 at 9:00 p.m., and Sunday, April 20 at 4:30 p.m. The 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS RED CARPET SPECIAL will re-air on Sunday, April 20 at 3:30 p.m. All times listed ET/PT.
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CMT's PROGRAMMING
HIGHLIGHTS FOR 1/28-2/3 |
| Programming Highlights January
28-February 3, 2008 CMT ONLINE AWARDS NOMINEE SHOW - PREMIERE! For the second year in a row, CMT.com returns with its whacky, irreverent celebration of Internet excellence when the CMT ONLINE AWARDS debut on CMT.com. Double-platinum recording artist and first bona-fide country star of the MySpace generation, Taylor Swift will host all of the awards festivities from the comforts of her home. But before there can be an awards show, the nominees must be formally announced. The CMT ONLINE AWARDS NOMINEE SHOW features Swift, laptop in hand, announcing the best digital moments of 2007 with original categories including “Not-to-be-Viewed at Work,” “Behind Bars” and “Digitally Active,” along with more conventional categories including “Number One Streamed Video.” Premieres Wednesday, January 30 at 9:00 a.m., ET/PT GONE COUNTRY (episode 2) - PREMIERE! Known for pushing the limits of mainstream country music with the genre-bending MuzikMafia, John Rich, of the hit country duo Big & Rich, takes on his biggest challenge yet, taking seven established performers from every realm of the entertainment and music industries and immersing them in all things country for a chance to break out as the next big country superstar. The one who is most successful at crossing-over by the end of the series, will have a country single produced by Rich. The tour bus picked up the seven cast members - Carnie Wilson, Dee Snider, Diana DeGarmo, Julio Iglesias Jr., Maureen McCormick, Sisqo, and lastly, the unlikely country hopeful, Bobby Brown - at different “Music City” landmarks, and now it is time to find out who has truly GONE COUNTRY. Rich schools the group in what he calls “southern hospitality” and asks the cast to host a meal for his MuzikMafia family. The group must shop, prepare and serve the dinner, using John’s grandmother’s recipes, for the Mafia and other guests that night. After dinner, the Mafia challenges the group to perform each of their mainstream hits onstage. Nerves and tensions mount as the contestants test their skills before their first live audience in Nashville. Premieres Friday, February 1 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT COUNTRY FRIED HOME VIDEOS (episode 12) - PREMIERE! Comedian Bill Engvall is back with a new season of COUNTRY FRIED HOME VIDEOS, the series that shows what everyday Americans do for fun and 15 seconds of fame. CMT presents another heaping helping of hilarity with a third season of viewer-generated video moments like seeing the “female fallies” or when a ninety-year-old grandfather gets into the wrestling ring. In each 30-minute episode, the most hilarious video is awarded Engvall’s infamous “Here’s Your Sign” cash prize award. Premieres Friday, February 1 at 8:30 p.m., ET/PT MY BIG REDNECK WEDDING (episode 4) - PREMIERE! CMT gives a whole new meaning to “for better or for worse” in the new eight-episode series MY BIG REDNECK WEDDING. After scouring the country to find the most down-home country couples, CMT documents their journey down the aisle, as outrageous and over-the-top as it might be, in this new series. Each episode, hosted by Tom Arnold, features a different “redneck” wedding, each with its own rustic eccentricities, whether it is a four-legged best man, a romantic beer can canopy, a celebratory shotgun salute or a reception filled with mattress surfing and mud wrestling. This week’s episode features Christy and Kevin of Lithia, Fla. Christy is a vet tech that has never met a stray animal that she didn't bring home. Kevin's first love is hog hunting, followed by his love for his hunting dogs. These two camo-wearing lovebirds are planning the ultimate redneck wedding, complete with an ATV processional, mattress surfing and mud wrestling. But with Christy's sister, Sherri, insisting on a more traditional wedding, the country couple may have to overcome some roadblocks before they can take their 4-wheeler down the road to wedded bliss. Premieres Friday, February 1 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT |
| CMT ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR SECOND ANNUAL
“CMT ONLINE AWARDS” |
| NASHVILLE – January 23, 2008 – CMT
announced the finalists for the second annual CMT ONLINE AWARDS today at
CMT.com. Double-platinum recording artist and first bona-fide country star
of the MySpace generation, Taylor Swift, will recap the nominees from the
comfort of her very own tour bus in a half-hour special CMT ONLINE AWARDS
NOMINEE SHOW, premiering on CMT.com and CMT on Wednesday, January 30 at
9:00-9:30 a.m., ET/PT. Finalists were selected based on the number of clicks
during 2007 at CMT.com. The CMT ONLINE AWARDS, which premieres at CMT.com on Tuesday, February 5 at 1:00 p.m., ET/PT, honors the best digital moments of 2007 with original categories including “Not-to-be-Viewed at Work,” “Behind Bars” and “Digitally Active,” along with more conventional categories including “Number One Streamed Video.” The nominees for the second annual CMT ONLINE AWARDS are: 1. NUMBER ONE STREAMED LIVE PERFORMANCE - Bon Jovi “You Want to Make a Memory” from UNPLUGGED - Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson “Because of You” from CMT CROSSROADS - Kid Rock “My Name is Bocephus” from CMT GIANTS - Carrie Underwood “Before He Cheats” from the CMT MUSIC AWARDS 2. NUMBER ONE STREAMED VIDEO FROM A NEW ARTIST - Luke Bryan “All My Friends Say” - Bucky Covington “A Different World” - Brent Keith “Looking for a Road” - Rissi Palmer “Country Girl” 3. NUMBER ONE STREAMED NOT-TO-BE-VIEWED-AT-WORK - “Sage of the Wabash” from COUNTRY FRIED HOME VIDEOS - “Jay Blows a Gasket” from I WANT TO LOOK LIKE A HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADER AGAIN - “Melon-choly Baby” from SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS EXTRAS - “New York Auditions Group 1” from THE ULTIMATE COYOTE UGLY SEARCH 4. NUMBER ONE STREAMED UNPLUGGED AT STUDIO 330 - Rodney Atkins “Watching You” - Big & Rich “Lost in this Moment” - Kris Kristofferson “Me and Bobby McGee” - Taylor Swift “Teardrops on My Guitar” 5. NUMBER ONE STREAMED BEHIND BARS VIDEO - Jeff Bates “One Second Chance” - Dierks Bentley “Long Trip Alone” - LeAnn Rimes “Nothin’ Better to Do” - Blake Shelton “The More I Drink” 6. NUMBER ONE STREAMED USER-GENERATED VIDEO - CMT Greenscreen Project with Dierks Bentley “Clip One Winner” - CMT Homegrown: Hometown Edition “James Johann, Paola, Kansas” - Music City Madness 2 Katelyn Jolley “This Game” - The Vent “Gertrude” 7. NUMBER ONE STREAMED FUNNY BEHIND THE SCENES MOMENT - CMT COMEDY STAGE “Jon Reep and Melissa Peterman Backstage” - TY MURRAY’S CELEBRITY BULL RIDING CHALLENGE “Jonny Dareplay” - GONE COUNTRY “Howdy Partners” - CMT LOADED OUTSIDER “I Think My Bidet is Broken” 8. NUMBER ONE STATE WITH THE MOST CMT.COM VISITORS - California - Florida - Ohio - Texas 9. NUMBER ONE STREAMED MUSIC VIDEO - Kellie Pickler “Red High Heels” - Sugarland “Stay” - Taylor Swift “Teardrops on My Guitar” - Carrie Underwood “Before He Cheats” - Carrie Underwood “So Small” 10. NUMBER ONE DIGITALLY ACTIVE GROUP/DUO - Brooks & Dunn - Montgomery Gentry - Emerson Drive - Sugarland - Rascal Flatts 11. NUMBER ONE DIGITALLY ACTIVE FEMALE ARTIST - Faith Hill - Reba McEntire - Kellie Pickler - Taylor Swift - Carrie Underwood 12. NUMBER ONE DIGITALLY ACTIVE MALE ARTIST - Kenny Chesney - Toby Keith - Tim McGraw - Brad Paisley - Keith Urban CMT, a unit of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and Heartland entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network’s digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 137 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide. |
| CMT IS MAKING HONKY-TONKERS OUT OF
HARD-ROCKERS, HIP-HOPPERS AND CHART TOPPERS IN THE NEW CMT SERIES “GONE
COUNTRY” PREMIERING FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 Nashville Hitmaker, John Rich, Guides Cast of Mainstream Talent, Including Bobby Brown, Carnie Wilson, Dee Snider, Diana DeGarmo, Julio Iglesias Jr., Maureen McCormick and Sisqó |
| NASHVILLE – January 17, 2008 – CMT
unveils its newest series, GONE COUNTRY, featuring a unique mix of
mainstream celebrities learning the fine art of country crooning by John
Rich, of the multi-platinum selling country duo Big & Rich. This
seven-episode series takes seven established performers from every realm of
the entertainment and music industries, including Bobby Brown, Carnie
Wilson, Dee Snider, Diana DeGarmo, Julio Iglesias Jr., Maureen McCormick and
Sisqó and immerses them in all things country for a chance to break out as
the next big country superstar. GONE COUNTRY premieres with a special
one-hour episode on Friday, January 25 at 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., ET/PT. The
premiere episode of GONE COUNTRY will air across other MTV Networks,
including VH1, TV Land and MTV2. (Check local listings for airdates and
times) In each episode, the cast competes against one another in challenges that test their ability to adapt musically and physically to a country music lifestyle, both on and off the stage. From performing before a Nashville audience alongside Gretchen Wilson and the MuzikMafia to getting a crash course in southern cooking or learning how to master the art of ATV off-roading, the cast learns the finer points of a country music lifestyle. Each contestant is paired with two Nashville songwriters who guide them in writing lyrics and music for a country single that they will debut in the series finale. At the end of the two weeks, the artist that is most prepared to impress a country audience, as determined by Rich, will record and release their song to country radio. GONE COUNTRY is executive produced by David Garfinkle and Jay Renfroe of Renegade 83 Productions. Marc Oswald serves as executive producer. Melanie Moreau and Bob Kusbit serve as executive producers for CMT. CMT, a unit of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and Heartland entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network’s digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom, is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 137 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide. |
| CMT AND HORSESHOE CASINO & HOTEL UNVEIL
PLANS FOR NEW CMT CROSSROADS-THEMED BAR $3.3 Million Project in Bossier City, La. is Scheduled to Open in April 2008 |
| NASHVILLE – January 17, 2008 – CMT and
Horseshoe Casino and Hotel announced plans today for the first ever CMT
Crossroads Bar. An extension of CMT’s hit television series, the bar will be
located at Horseshoe’s Bossier City, La. casino and will serve as the venue
of choice for CMT tapings and events in the area. The $3.3 million project
will encompass 3,300 square feet with a stage, dance floor and grandiose
27-foot circular bar. CMT Crossroads Bar is already under construction and
scheduled to open in the spring of 2008. “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with CMT in creating the first ever CMT Crossroads Bar,” said Kris Hart, vice president of brand management for Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. “We are committed to offering our customers a variety of entertainment options, and feel that the new CMT Crossroads Bar is an ideal marriage of two brands that have entertainment as a core value. We are also quite excited about leveraging this valuable relationship at some of our other properties around the country.” “CMT prides itself on its long history of creating great music with country music’s top stars, and we are delighted to partner with Harrah’s in bringing the CMT Crossroads brand a step closer to the fans,” said Jeff Yapp, executive vice president, program enterprises, MTVN/CMT. “We believe this collaboration is the perfect opportunity to leverage the power of both brands for a truly unique and authentic entertainment experience.” Named after the popular CMT series, CMT Crossroads Bar is designed to capture the mood of a well-worn, well-loved Honky Tonk or roadhouse bar, with an authentically country décor. Set against dark wood tones and rusted metals, the interior will feature hand-scraped, wide-planked wood floors, and walls plastered with CMT Crossroads memorabilia and hand-drawn graphics. The design includes original artwork, neon signs, suspended hub cap ceilings, a belt buckle display, lights made from recycled traffic lights and LED screens throughout. “Horseshoe Casino and CMT are a perfect fit; as we both continue to lead our industries in innovative concepts. Having CMT as part of the Horseshoe family will open the door to many possibilities and proves that we are dedicated to enhancing the entertainment experience of our guests,” said Geno Iafrate, regional president and general manager of Horseshoe Casino and Hotel. The hit television series CMT CROSSROADS pairs country music stars with popular artists from other genres—pop, rock, R&B—to play together, swap stories, and share their common love of music. Recent episodes of CROSSROADS have included Lindsey Buckingham and Little Big Town; Steve Earle and Rosanne Cash; Bonnie Raitt and Lyle Lovett; Lionel Richie and Kenny Rogers; Bon Jovi and Sugarland; John Fogerty and Keith Urban; Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire; and Kenny “Babyface” Edmond and Trisha Yearwood. The brand extension, CMT Crossroads Bar, will feature a variety of local and regional performances. Horseshoe will also partner with local media outlets to host a night of live music each week. Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. is the world's largest provider of branded casino entertainment through operating subsidiaries. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada nearly 70 years ago, Harrah's has grown through development of new properties, expansions and acquisitions, and now owns or manages casinos on four continents. The company’s properties operate primarily under the Harrah’s, Caesars and Horseshoe brand names; Harrah’s also owns the London Clubs International family of casinos. Harrah's Entertainment is focused on building loyalty and value with its customers through a unique combination of great service, excellent products, unsurpassed distribution, operational excellence and technology leadership. CMT, a unit of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and Heartland entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network’s digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 137 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide. |
| JOE NICHOLS TALKS ABOUT NEW MUSIC, ADDICTION
AND HEALING IN AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ON “CMT INSIDER” PREMIERING SATURDAY,
JANUARY 26 |
| NASHVILLE – January 23, 2008 – Joe
Nichols speaks to CMT in an exclusive interview about his new album and the
personal trials that inspired it when CMT INSIDER premieres the first of a
two-part interview on Saturday, January 26 at 1:00-1:30 p.m., ET/PT. In his
first television interview following a brief stay in rehab, Nichols speaks
candidly with CMT about how addiction affected his life. “I couldn’t think of anything to write, I couldn’t play anything… but this song kept repeating over and over in my mind. It’s the only song I could get through,” says Nichols of the Merle Haggard song “If I Could Only Fly,” which he recorded as a duet with Lee Ann Womack on his current album Real Things. CMT’s weekly series CMT INSIDER, hosted by Katie Cook, gives viewers their fix of country music news plus hot topics from the entertainment world including the lifestyles of celebrities, legends and breaking country music events. CMT, a unit of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and Heartland entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network’s digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD. MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 137 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide. |
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