Inside Music Row

Justin Moore has a lot to be proud of right now, with the latest being another number one for his hit "Til My Last Day" and two gold albums.  We had a chance to catch up with Justin and co-writers Jeremy Stover and Brian Maher at a party to celebrate the success of "Til My Last Day."

The Academy of Country Music helps to shake things up a little bit by holding their annual awards show out in Las Vegas.  You know all about the big winners, including Luke Bryan taking hoe the fan-voted Entertainer of the Year honor, but Kelly Lynn hit up the red carpet before the big night to check in on all the action.

We kick off another Inside Music Row with the mention of The Band Perry as they are celebrating the release of their "Pioneer" album with a cupcake...Look for Cery Perry Chocolate Cherry cupcakes on sale two days a week in stores nationwide at Gigi's Cupcake and be sure to pick up their new album while your there.  Also in the news is George Strait as he is set to release "Love Is Everything" May 14th on his longtime label home of MCA Nashville.  Also, the CMA Songwriters Series returns to the acclaimed Joe's Pub in New York City next week for a special two-night event - look for Phil Vassar, Brandy Clark, Shane McAnally, and host Bob DiPiero to share special songs and stories from some of their extensive catalogs.  The Kentucky Headhunters are up next as they have recently been inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame.  Finally, we go Inside The Song with Brantley Gilbert to hear about a song he co-wrote and took all the way to number one called "You Don't Know Her Like I Do."

This next artist almost doesn't need an introduction.  He's a longtime member of the Grand Ole Opry, and is one of the most talented storytellers in all forms of music.  Almost every country artist on the charts today has cut some of his songs.  Kelly Lynn had a chance to sit down with the legendary Bill Anderson to talk about his storied career.

Colt Ford has been winning fans over with his high energy shows and incredible music that people can relate to.  While not getting tons of radio airplay, Colt is definitely making a name for himself with country music fans.  Not only is he a very talented artist, but he's also a very savvy businessman.  Kelly Lynn caught up with Colt at a recent showcase in downtown Nashville.

Randy Houser definitely knows "How Country Feels."  I think it feels pretty good for him, considering that song hit number one on the country charts.  We had a chance to catch up with Randy and writers Wendell Mobley and Vicky McGehee at a party downtown to celebrate that song's success.  

We kick off another Inside Music Row with the mention of the Pistol Annies as the hot trio is set to release their second album together.  Look for the new album, "Annie Up," to hit stores May 7th.  Also in the news is the thrid annual Johnny Cash Music Festival as it is shaping up for 2013 - look for Vince Gill, Larry Gatlin, Jimmy Fortune, and many more to perform August 17th in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  Also in the news is a new corn whiskey on sale with Tennessee ties.  "Grandaddy Mimms authentic corn whiskey," is now being produced by Tommy Townsend; the lead singer of Waymore's Outlaws.  Tommy is also the grandson of notorious moonshiner Jack "Mimm" McClure and has received his family's blessing to bring Mimm's to market.  Finally, we go Inside The Song with B.J. Thomas to hear about one of his all-time most popular songs, "Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head."

JJ Lawhorn grew up as a good ol' Southern boy in Virginia, preparing himself for a life on the family farm.  Things changed quickly for him about three years ago when a producer found his songs on youtube, which lead to a publishing deal, and ultimately, a record deal with Average Joe's Entertainment.  We had a chance to check him out at a showcase right here in Nashville to see what he's all about.

The Grascals have had a busy year already, and we're only into April.  In 2013 so far, they've been honored with SPBGMA awards, Grammy nominations, and a performance at one of President Obama's inaugural events.  We had a chance to catch up with them backstage at the Grand Ole Opry to talk about their year so far, and what we can expect from them later this year.

I'm sure that just about everyone watching now has a relationship story about the one that got away...Someone that just left and broke your heart.  When Jake Owen, Dallas Davidson, and Jimmy Ritchey put their heads together, I'm sure they had a few stories to share, which eventually turned into Jake's latest number one hit "The One That Got Away."  Kelly Lynn headed out to BMI tfor a party to celebrate that song's success.