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Top 10 Super Country Hits - April 29th, 2007 - 16th Survey - Fifth Year
songs rated based on points system from radio and tv play

Artist/Song

    * 1 - Carrie Underwood - Wasted
    * 2 - Sugarland - Settlin
    * 3 - Toby Keith - High Maintenance Woman
    * 4 - Blake Shelton-Don't Make Me
    * 5 - Emerson Drive - Moments
    * 6 - Rascal Flatts - Stand
    * 7 - Billy Currington-GoodDirections
    * 8 - Hank Williams Jr - A Country Boy Can Survive
    * 9 - Dierks Bentley - Long Trip Alone
    * 10 - Trace Adkins - Ladies Love Country Boys

Hot Rising Single
Keith Urban - I Told You So

Keep An Eye On Single
Jack Ingram - Measure Of A Man



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Now Booking M-T-M #23 Radio Sampler CD (limited slots left)

*M-T-M Radio Sampler Comp CD's  are archived Country Music Hall of Fame....

** Select past featured artists from M-T-M Radio Sampler CD's will be 
showcasing  at the 2007 M-T-M Artist Industry Showcase 
http://www.marktrailmusic.com/2007showcase/mtm07showcase.htm
*****************************************************
To: artists, publicity, producers & record labels
From: Mark Trail
           Mark Trail Music
           707 18th Ave South Suite 4
           Nashville, Tn 37203
Phone: (615)874-5635
email: mtrail@marktrailmusic.com
web: www.marktrailmusic.com

**see below for some industry feedback on M-T-M Comps!

  I am currently putting together another Artist Promo Radio Sampler 
Compilation CD (M-T-M #23) to mail out In mid-late May (cut off deadline 7 
May) first come first serve bases on paid approved  tracks. I also limit the 
# of tracks on my comps so slots will most likely be booked before the 
deadline... I am only charging $250.00 (US)  to have a song on this 
compilation, which is a great deal as many of you know and I also guarantee 
I will mail to the stations that I claim to mail to...

My Cd's have included quality tracks that have included artists such as 
Tracy Lawrence, Pam Tillis, The Wilkinson's, Deborah Allen, Pete Schlegel, 
Chris Young, Sylvia, John Berry, Randy Archer, Razzy Bailey, Johnny Cash, 
Willie Nelson, John Foster, Clear Blue 22, Eddie Eastman, Billy Yates, Jerry 
Reed, Willie Mack, EC&R with George Jones, Jeff Carson, Daryle Singletary, 
John Arthur Martinez... to name a few.. I am very picky about the quality of 
what I will accept to send out (all tracks must be approved).. I have a very 
good reputation with DJ's that I know, for presenting a variety of styles of 
great country songs and artists..  M-T-M compilation CD is a quality 
professional promotional CD presented with full details of the tracks on 
it..

- This is what I am doing for $250.00
a) One of your tracks on the M-T-M compilation #23 which will be sent out to 
over 600 radio DJ's, stations, industry professionals & music media etc, in 
Australia, New Zealand, Japan, parts of Europe, Canada and the US
Approx 120+- Europe, Central and South America
Approx 120- Canada (includes all CCMA source book stations)
Approx 90- Australia, New Zealand & Japan
Approx 290+- US (including all Texas Chart & all Music Row Chart  and 
Americana Chart reporting stations, which I will give you a list with their 
full contact info)

     I am adding new stations all the time to my mailing list that will play 
indie country artists...
b) your promo picture and website link will be posted on my website
c) I will mail you a 2 copy's of the CD
d) Your music listened to by the right people, possibly aired on radio and 
reviewed in the music press... a few of my reviewers: Larry Delany - editor 
of "Country Music News Magazine", Dave Schmidt-  newsletter "Dave's 
super-top 10 hits" & Alan Cacket of Maverick magazine in England..
e) Details of your song, your contact details and other information are 
included on the sleeve so that media people can contact you direct.

For this low price it represents exceptional value. Not only do you get your 
music placed onto a quality Radio Sampler Compilation CD, but all prep and 
postage is done for you. I do it all - saving you time and money. It is a 
brilliant cost-effective promotion for your act - and at a fraction of the 
cost of doing it yourself! I operate a very professional and efficient 
service..

 - WHAT DO I NEED FROM YOU?
a) A copy of your track on CD ( mastered copy)..
b) A Short paragraph biography (please email text format) and photo of your 
act (please email .jpeg),
c) Your contact info for the CD sleeve (e-mail, website, phone number, 
address),
d) The track info: writer, publisher, & record label details if applicable 
for the sleeve.
e) and lets not forget a check or international money order for $250.00US 
made out to "Mark Trail Music"

*** This is NOT a record contract - it is a promotional CD

CRYSTAL GAYLE WINS AWARD, MAINTAINS POPULARITY IN 2007

Gayle named Best Female Entertainer by American Entertainment Magazine

NASHVILLE, TN - The 2nd Annual American Entertainment Magazine Reader's 
Choice Awards named Crystal Gayle "Best Female Entertainer" as Gayle 
continues to tour the globe.

Gayle commented on the award: "I really appreciated being voted "Best Female 
Entertainer," and I'm pleased that my show is appreciated by talent buyers 
and promoters. I love performing, and we always have a great time with our 
audience and everyone we work with. I'm happy that my band, crew and staff 
are all professional, talented and nice; they help make touring easy and 
fun."

Three dozen hit records and 19 number ones to date mark Gayle's continued 
success as she enters 2007 and prepares to embark on yet another worldwide 
tour. Popular hits decorating her show include "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes 
Blue," "Talking In Your Sleep" and "Half the Way." With a track record as 
long as her trademark floor-length hair, the recognition from the American 
Entertainment Magazine is well-deserved.

American Entertainment Magazine is a publication exclusively devoted to 
corporate and private entertainment bookings, showcasing top industry talent 
to the most influential promoters and buyers worldwide. Visit 
www.americanentertainmentmagazine.com for more information on the 
organization.

For more information or to catch a show on Gayle's tour, check out her tour 
schedule at www.crystalgayle.com.

Crystal Gayle Media Contacts:
Webster & Associates Public Relations
Kirt Webster- kirt@websterpr.com
Becky Loyacano- becky@websterpr.com

Joshua Tree Entertainment Signs Stephanie Bentley

Nashville, TN - (April 20, 2007). Former recording artist and current 
multi-award winning songwriter Stephanie Bentley, has signed with Joshua 
Tree Entertainment Group for representation.    Joshua Tree Entertainment 
Group, owned and operated by Stephanie Maynard, is a Management/Marketing 
company that focuses on the overall development, day to day management, and 
marketing opportunities for today's artists and songwriters.

Stephanie Bentley and Stephanie Maynard first worked together as an 
artist/manager team in the mid- 90's during Bentley's recording days with 
Epic Records.

Since then the artist-turned writer Stephanie Bentley, has continued to 
shape and create a lasting impression upon America's favorite genre of 
music. Bentley's signature breathy yet powerful vocals, coupled with her 
prolific sexy style of lyrics, has made her one of Music Row's most sought 
after singers and successful songwriters.  Best known for her Faith Hill 
multi-platinum smash "Breathe" and Martina McBride's "Concrete Angel", 
Stephanie Bentley has had songs recorded by other Country artists, Disney 
soundtracks and she has even crossed musical boundaries with a song recorded 
by the sensational, Celine Dion.

Maynard will be responsible for pitching Bentley's open catalogue, creating 
new opportunities for co-writing, helping coordinate her demo sessions and 
developing new ways to market Stephanie Bentley songs.

To inquire about Stephanie Bentley songs or set up an appointment, Stephanie 
Maynard can be reached by emailing her at joshuatreeent@comcast.net or by 
calling 615-202-5588.

Contact-
 Vanessa Parker-Davis / Splash! PR  -news@splashpublicity.com


Details Announced For The 24th Annual International Country Music Conference

(Nashville, Tennessee) - Details have been announced for the  24th Annual 
International Country Music Conference (ICMC) by co-Chairs Don Cusic and 
James Akenson.  The seminar will provide an informative and entertaining mix 
of educational panels and discussions of great historical interest to fans 
of Country Music.  The conference will be held in the Massey Board Room at 
Belmont University, May 24th-26th, 2007.

ICMC will kick-off on Thursday, May 24th at 2:00 pm. Over the course of the 
day, there will be eight panels including: "Mountain Religion in the Music 
of Ralph Stanley," "The Songs, The Stories, The Changes:  Songwriting in 
Nashville: 1958-2001," and "Teaching the Vietnam War: Aussie Country Music 
and the Battle of Long Van."  The day will conclude with a  keynote 
presentation entitled "A 50th Anniversary Special: RCA Studio B" and will 
feature legendary guitarist Harold Bradley.

Friday's panels will begin around 8:30 a.m..  Highlights of the morning are 
"He Left His Religion In The Country: Urbanism vs. That Old Religion"  and 
"The Bill Monroe I Knew: As Told By Mac Wiseman."  The afternoon will also 
include the "50th Anniversary Analysis of Music Row,  RCA Studio B, and the 
Evolution of Music City"  with panelists Eddy Arnold, Don Cusic, Charlie 
Lamb, Robert Oermann, and John Rumble.  During Friday's luncheon, award 
recipients will be recognized for The Best Book on Country Music, Lifetime 
Achievement in linking books with Country Music, and The Charlie Lamb 
Execellence in Country Music Journalism Awards. After the luncheon, there 
will be five panels which will conclude at 4:30 p.m..

On Saturday May 27th, there will be a special panel on "The Hayloft Gang," a 
PBS documentary with a companion volume about the WLS Barn Dance. The WLS 
Barn Dance debuted in 1924 and was one of the most popular and longest 
running programs on radio.  The National Barn Dance produced many country 
music stars including Gene Autry and Red Foley. The Barn Dance's influence 
on country music was second only to the Grand Ole Opry. A keynote speech 
entitled, "WSM: From Air to Page" given by noted music journalist Craig 
Havighurst will take place during Saturday's luncheon.  The day will finish 
out with more notable panels and discussions.

The registration for conference is $90. Price includes breakfast and lunch 
on Friday and Saturday. Registration deadline is May 15th. Please send 
registration information to James E. Akenson, Box 5042, Tennessee 
Technological University, Cookeville, TN 38505 or email him at 
jakenson@tntech.edu

Contacts-
Jeff Walker - AristoMedia - 615.269.7071 - jwalker@aristomedia.com
Don Cusic - Belmont University - 615.460.5438 - cusicd@mail.belmont.edu


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