Thursday, January 21, 2021

Music Minute: New Releases - Johnny Lee, David Frizzelli, Ava Rowland, Billy Dawson

 Country legend Johnny Lee, known for his dynamic stage presence and No. 1 smash crossover hit "Lookin' for Love," has released the new single and title track "Everything's Gonna' Be Alright" from his upcoming album which will be released by BFD/Audium Nashville distributed exclusively through The Orchard on February 12, 2021.

Everything’s Gonna' Be Alright consists of fourteen songs, some written or co-written by Johnny, that he has saved throughout the years for the perfect album that truly reflects his life and legacy. Lee also wanted to include “Statue Of A Fool," which was the first country song he ever learned. A special lyric video for "Everything's Gonna' Be Alright" premiered on Taste of Country and is available on all streaming platforms.
For more information on Johnny Lee, visit his website or follow his social channels below.


About Johnny Lee:
Johnny Lee was born in Texas City, Texas, and is a member of the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. In 1968, he began a 10-year working relationship with Mickey Gilley, at the World Famous Nightclub ‘Gilley’s’ in Pasadena, Texas. In 1979, Lee’s first screen role was in a TV Movie, ‘The Girls in the Office,’ starring Barbara Eden and Susan St. James. He was then asked to perform in the film, ‘Urban Cowboy,” starring John Travolta and Deborah Winger. “Lookin’ For Love,” was included on the movie’s soundtrack, and became Lee’s first Gold record. The song spent three weeks at #1 on the Billboard Country chart, and #2 on the Pop chart. It later became one of the Top 100 Best Country Songs of all Time.

Johnny’s familiar songs include a string of Top 10 hits, such as “One In A Million,” “Bet Your Heart On Me,” “Cherokee Fiddle,” “Sounds Like Love,” “Hey Bartender,” “You Could’ve Heard a Heart Break,” and many more. When not traveling and performing, Johnny can be seen on many celebrity hunting and fishing shows, as well as on RFD TV’s “Larry’s Country Diner” & “Country’s Family Reunion”. Currently, Johnny can be seen performing solo and together with Mickey Gilley on the Urban Cowboy Reunion Tour.

For more information, visit thejohnnyleemusic.com.

About Bob Frank Distribution (BFD):
Bob Frank Distribution (BFD) was formed in 2013 as a boutique independent music distributor with a global sub-distribution arrangement with The Orchard. BFD currently represents over 50 companies and artists with thousands of masters including Righteous Babe, Blue Hat, DPTV, Astor Place Recordings, Big Deal Records, Once Upon A Time, Node Music, Silva Screen, Woodward Avenue Records, The Atlantic Screen Group (Filmtrax), REMT, Pra/Bad Dog, UFO, as well as artist-owned labels and catalogs including Crystal Gayle, Dale Watson, Dave Davies, Mark Collie, Darryl Worley, Lee Roy Parnell, Trini Lopez, and Charlie Daniels.

Visit bobfrankent.com for more information.


Time Life continues to expand its digital music division with a new, eight album digital distribution deal with country music favorite David Frizzell.  Three of Frizzell’s solo records, four of his Frizzell & Friends collaborations and a live album recorded with Jett Williams will be available on all major digital platforms. In addition to his work with Williams, songs from the eight albums include appearances by a number of country stars including Allen Frizzell, Merle Haggard, Crystal Gayle, T. Graham Brown, Lacy J. Dalton, Jimmy Fortune and more.

Frizzell began his career touring with his brother, Lefty, when he was just 12 years old and since then his work has been nominated for GRAMMY Awards, won the CMA Vocal Duo of the Year award and the ACM Vocal Duet of the Year for two years in a row as well as an ACM Award for Song of the Year. Frizzell is also an author and has worked with a number of causes and nonprofits including Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), the Buddy Holly Educational Foundation and Music City Animal Rescue. He also runs his own record label, Nashville America Records.

About Time Life:
Time Life is one of the world's pre-eminent creators and direct marketers of unique music and video/DVD products, specializing in distinctive multi-media collections that evoke memories of yesterday, capture the spirit of today, and can be enjoyed for a lifetime. TIME LIFE and the TIME LIFE logo are registered trademarks of Time Warner Inc. and affiliated companies used under license by Direct Holdings Americas Inc., which is not affiliated with Time Warner Inc. or Time Inc.

Rising Country singer/songwriter Ava Rowland rings in the new year with the release of her latest single, “Mama’s Favorite Song.” This catchy ballad, written by Stan Ward and performed by Ava unites Christian and country to give us all something to believe in. “Mama’s Favorite Song” highlights Ava’s vocal range and intertwines her passion for music and faith. The single paints a familiar picture of understanding; sharing the light-hearted message that it is better to imagine a passed loved one singing their favorite song in heaven than to mourn their life on earth. “Mama’s Favorite Song” is available to stream and download on all digital platforms now!

Listen/Stream/Buy “Mama’s Favorite Song” HERE.

Visit HERE to keep up with everything Ava Rowland.

 
About Ava Rowland:
In a world filled with far too many fakes and filters, there is 22-year-old Ava Rowland. A small-town girl with a big-time faith whose talent, look, and voice conjures up memories of a young Carrie Underwood, Ava has performed everywhere from Nashville’s legendary Bluebird Café to CMA Fest. The Ohio native currently finds herself on the cusp of country music stardom courtesy of her new single “He’s Like a Habit,” which brings with it playful energy and an undeniable spunk that is sure to infuse the country music industry with a youthful spirit not seen since the early days of Taylor Swift. “I feel like when you have been given a voice by God, it drives you to make music that changes people.”



Texas-bred & Nashville-based country artist and guitar virtuoso Billy Dawson has an important message to share as the country unites to celebrate unity. Dawson wrote “UNITE” with Eric Varnell in 2015 and felt he should release it in 2020 as a deeply divided United States descended into chaos. Billy decided the moment was right to share the message of hope and unity, sending out a message of reconciliation and togetherness. Billy has created a lyric video for “UNITE” as well as a concept music video, with both equally shining a light of hope into the darkness.

The heartfelt “UNITE” penned by Dawson speaks to the core of humanity, pleading for an end to division and distrust:

 
 
Watch the video to his last single “Sinners Saints”, co-written by Sara Bice and Deleah Shane and produced by Rodney Clawson, Lee Brice, and Jacob Rice: youtu.be/58RYmQlcgfg

About Billy Dawson:
Billy Dawson grew up in Sunray, a small West Texas town. An appropriate name for a man on the same mission. He now calls Nashville home, where he has a career as a country music singer/songwriter, author, and motivational speaker. Dawson’s travels have brought connections to super-producer and songwriter Rodney Clawson, country chart-topper Lee Brice and many others. Dawson also penned an AMAZON best-selling illustrated children’s book on bullying, titled You Never Know in 2014. And as if that weren’t enough, he also supported various charities such as the Pat and Emmitt Smith Charities, Matthew McConaughey’s Just Keep Livin Foundation, Toby Keith’s Kids Korral, Muscular Dystrophy Association, the George Lopez Foundation, Homes for our Troops, Volunteers of America Colorado just to name a few. To keep up with all things Billy, visit www.billydawsonmusic.com.

 
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