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FIVE THINGS ABOUT ... SINGER AND BIG DUDE, TRACE ADKINS

03/31/09

By Raygan Swan, NASCAR.COM
March 31, 2009
11:17 AM EDT

MARTINSVILLE, Va. -- There's only one person that sounds as intimidating as a stock car and that is Trace Adkins. His deep, commanding voice is undeniably unique and makes his singing voice "God like."

At least that's how Gene Simmons described the country star's tone on Celebrity Apprentice, the reality show Adkins refused to join but did so last season in the name of charity.

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MARRY FOR MONEY NOW ON CMT.COM

03/30/09

TOBY KEITH AMERICA'S TOUGHEST TOUR IS SUMMER'S BIGGEST PARTY

03/26/09

Trace Adkins Joins For Big, Bold Summer Outing

Songwriter, entertainer and Show Dog Nashville proprietor Toby Keith has never been accused of thinking small, and his 2009 summer tour won't do anything to change that. Fresh from his 25th No. 1 single, Toby, band and crew will saddle up for Toby Keith America's Toughest Tour.

And the lineup isn't just tough, it's big with the addition of hit-maker Trace Adkins. Not only are both artists large in stature – twin towers of musical muscle – they're also two of the most recognizable performers in the world of music.

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TRACE AND RHONDA HELP JUNIOR LEAGUE

03/25/09

Trace Adkins, Amy Grant and Vince Gill, George Jones, and Moll and Charlie Anderson are supporting the Junior League of Nashville by participating in the non-profit's upcoming Celebrity Tour of Kitchens. On April 1, Grant and Gill, Jones, and the Andersons will welcome guests into their homes to check out the amenities in their kitchens, an experience designed to give guests ideas for their own homes. Adkins and his wife Rhonda will host the tour's patrons' party on the evening of March 31. All proceeds from the event will benefit the programs of the Junior League, such as work at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital and the Nashville Children's Theatre. Tickets are available at the Patron ($150) and Tour Guest ($75) levels. To purchase tickets, click here!


TRACE ADKINS WILL SING FOR WOUNDED SOLDIERS ON ACM AWARDS

03/25/09

TRACE ADKINS PLANS SPECIAL PERFORMANCE IN HONOR OF WOUNDED TROOPS AT THE 44th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC® AWARDS

SUNDAY, APRIL 5th AT 8:00 PM LIVE ET/ DELAYED PT ON CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

The Academy of Country Music today announced their plans to unveil the newly re-branded charitable fund, ACM Lifting LivesTM, at the 44th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS. In celebration, Trace Adkins will perform his song “Til the Last Shot’s Fired” with the West Point Glee Club in support of Wounded Warrior Project (WWP), the charity which has been selected this year by Lifting Lives. The ceremony, which honors country music’s top talent as well as the industry’s hottest emerging artists, is produced for television by dick clark productions and will be broadcast LIVE from MGM GRAND in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 5th, 2009 at 8:00 PM LIVE ET/ DELAYED PT on the CBS Television Network.

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TRACE DOES THE BIRDHOUSE THING

03/23/09

BID NOW!

GAC & The Grand Ole Opry are pleased to partner with The Birdhouse Thing organization to offer fans the opportunity to bid on one-of-a-kind, autographed birdhouses designed by over 20 country stars!

Country's music alpha-male, Trace Adkins, autographed this birdhouse, celebrating his hit single "Muddy Water." It's a one-of-a-kind, autographed piece of art and it goes to the highest bidder! Hurry, the auction closes on Tuesday, April 7th.

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COUNTRY STAR TRACE ADKINS MEETS NBC LATE NIGHT HOST, JIMMY FALLON

03/18/09

Country star Trace Adkins recently performed his latest hit single, "Marry For Money" on NBC's new Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (3/13). Fans who missed it or want to watch the performance again, can check it out online at aol.com

"Marry For Money" has quickly become Adkins' fastest rising single of his career. Look for the hilarious new music video to make its world premiere soon.


TRACE SHARES HIS MEMORIES OF MUSIC CLASS FOR SPECIAL PSA

03/18/09

Trace recorded a special PSA to help remind music fans that music class is where our kids benefit every day from an environment unlike any other. He shares his special memories of music class in school. A place where kids discover their own creative voice. Where they learn about cooperation and how it feels to make real harmony.

Remember March is Music In Our Schools Month!


COUNTRY MUSIC SUPERSTAR TRACE ADKINS NAMED GRAND MARSHAL AND HONORARY STARTER FOR GOODY'S FAST RELIEF 500

03/17/09

Country music superstar and multi-faceted entertainer Trace Adkins will be the Grand Marshal and Honorary Starter for the Goody's Fast Pain Relief 500 at Martinsville Speedway on Sunday, March 29. Adkins has achieved unprecedented success as a musician, author, philanthropist and actor.

Trace Adkins, as Grand Marshal, will lead 500 men, women and their families as honorary Grand Marshals.

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TRACE ADKINS TV ALERT!

03/16/09

The behind the scenes footage filmed last week on location at Trace's video shoot will air tonight on TV Guide Channel's "Hollywood 411" at 9pm EST. Check local listings for more.




TRACE ADKINS TO PERFORM AT 2009 CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL

03/11/09

The initial lineup of performers for 2009 CMA Music Festival is a strong mix of superstars and fan favorites.

"The talented folks that make up our initial artist lineup leave me in awe every time they perform," said Tammy Genovese, CMA Chief Executive Officer. "We know our attendees are going to be thrilled."

The list of performers on the main stage during the Nightly Concerts on the VAULT(TM) Concert Stage at LP Field includes:

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DON'T MISS TRACE ON LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON

03/10/09

On Friday, March 13, Trace will perform on the new Late Night with Jimmy Fallon show. Fallon, who was formerly a cast member of “Saturday Night Live,” will take over the reigns from former Late Night host, Conan O’Brien on March 2, when the show makes its broadcast debut at 12:35/11:35c on NBC.


TRACE RETURNS TO THE OPRY STAGE THIS SPRING

03/10/09

Join Trace on April 14th and May 2nd when he performs LIVE at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville TN. Call 1-800-SEE-OPRY or click here to get your tickets now! Trace Adkins fans can use coupon code "webFAN" OR click here to print a coupon to present to any Grand Ole Opry box office to receive $3.00 off of your ticket purchase. click here to get your tickets now!





TRACE FILMS NEW VIDEO

03/10/09


CHECK OUT A NEW TA GIG-VID

03/05/09

Now YOU get an inside look in to Trace's life on the road! GIG-VID TV will show you what it looks like from Trace's side of the stage, what happens before a show, and so much more! Check out an ALL NEW GIG-VID from Metropolis, IL and more!

Now you can embed Trace's GIG-VID player on your webpage and have the latest videos play automatically! Make sure you call Trace and let him know what you think and what you want to see on upcoming GIG-VIDS!



TRACE JOINS TOBY ON AMERICA'S TOUGHEST TOUR

03/03/09

Toby Keith and Trace Adkins will tour together this summer on what is billed as the Toby Keith America's Toughest tour. The series of concerts will begin June 18 in Holmdel, N.J. No other specific dates have been announced, but tour stops are planned in the following cities: Boston; Buffalo, N.Y.; Charlotte, N.C.; Chicago; Cincinnati; Cleveland; Dallas; Hartford, Conn.; Indianapolis; Philadelphia; Pittsburgh; Raleigh, N.C.; St. Louis; Salt Lake City; Tampa, Fla.; Virginia Beach, Va.; Washington, D.C.; and West Palm Beach, Fla.