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NASHVILLE STAR II
USA Networks launches auditions for the second season of "Nashville Star" on Wednesday, October 22. Auditions - hosted by USA Network, Sony Music Nashville and WSIX Radio - begin at 8:30 am (registration opens at 7:30 am) at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Those auditioning must be solo (no bands) and be at least 18 years of age. Click Here for contest rules, eligibility and audition requirements.

JOHNNY CASH TRIBUTE
cash CMT will televise the memorial celebration for Johnny Cash on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Taping of the concert, titled the Johnny Cash Memorial Tribute, will take place on Nov. 10 at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. "What a privilege for CMT to telecast the Johnny Cash tribute," said Brian Philips, senior vice president/general manager, CMT. "This will be a communal celebration of a rich and brilliant life, connecting the intimate Ryman gathering with the world of music fans who love and respect Johnny Cash."

A number of artists have already confirmed their participation in honoring Cash, who died Sept. 12 in Nashville of complications due to diabetes. He was 71. Cash's longtime manager, Lou Robin, said one of the reasons the Cash family wanted the memorial broadcast on TV was to allow fans worldwide to take part in paying tribute to Cash. Artists already lined up to perform include the Fisk Jubilee Singers, Kris Kristofferson, Rosanne Cash, Larry Gatlin, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Rodney Crowell, Steve Earle, George Jones, John Mellencamp, Hank Williams Jr., Travis Tritt, Jack Clement, Marty Stuart, Dwight Yoakam, Jimmy Tittle and Johnny Western. Other artists may be added. Also included will be pre-taped tributes to Cash from other entertainers, including Whoopi Goldberg. DreamWorks Nashville chief executive James Stroud will act as musical director.

Although tickets to the memorial are free, room is limited because the Ryman seats less than 2,400 people. Potential attendees are required to send their name, address and daytime telephone number on a 3½-by-5 inch card or paper to: Johnny Cash Memorial Tribute, P.O. Box 20003, Nashville, Tenn., 37202. All entries must be received by Oct. 26. Those receiving tickets will be notified by phone by Oct. 31. Each winner will receive two reserved seat tickets.

Following the airing of the Johnny Cash Memorial Tribute, CMT will broadcast CMT Inside Fame: Johnny Cash, an in-depth look at the life and career of Cash.

PATTY LOVELESS
Patty Loveless' appearance on Late Night With Conan O'Brien last Thursday was postponed due to the delivery of Conan's first child. A new date is expected to be announced within the week.

MARTY STUART
stuart On November 1, Nashville is taking part in the "Rhythms of the South," a program that hopes to create interest and increase tourism in the city. That day, the city will play host to international tourists, tour operators and journalists. The Nashville Convention and Visitor's Bureau has asked Marty Stuart, Connie Smith and Diamond Rio to perform for the attendees and participate in a Q&A. The artists will talk about their careers, country music, Nashville and the opportunities for tourists in the city.

DIXIE CHICKS OFFICIALLY POWER CHICKS
Entertainment Weekly issued its 2003 Power List of the top movers and shakers in the entertainment business. In a list that includes Beyonce, Eminem, Steven Spielberg, Nicole Kidman, etc., the Dixie Chicks, at #50, are the only country act on the Power list.

GARTH GEARING UP TO COME BACK?
brooks Word is that Garth has recently put some songs on hold at publishing companies. Speculation ranges from Garth preparing his own project, to helping his companion, Trisha Yearwood, gather songs for her next album or Garth producing a new artist. Garth's manager says he thinks he's just writing and not preparing a comeback. We offer one other thought. As Garth exited the scene a couple of years back he told us that two projects remained on the back burner, a tribute album to George Strait, and a duet album with Trisha.

CMA PERFORMER AND PRESENTER LIST COMES TOGETHER
cma ad "Country Music's Biggest Night" is living up to its world-wide reputation for outstanding entertainment and once-in-a-lifetime performances with the announcement that Alison Krauss + Union Station and Brad Paisley, with special guests William Shatner and "Yes, Dear" stars Anthony Clark and Mike O'Malley, will perform on "The 37th Annual CMA Awards," broadcast live Wednesday, Nov. 5 (8:00-11:00 PM/EST) on CBS from the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. Faith Hill leads a growing list of presenters for the three-hour gala. Previously announced performers for "The 37th Annual CMA Awards" include Gary Allan, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney, Terri Clark, CMA host Vince Gill, Alan Jackson with Jimmy Buffett, Buddy Jewell, Toby Keith, Patty Loveless, Martina McBride, Tim McGraw, Joe Nichols, Dolly Parton with Norah Jones, Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton, George Strait, Shania Twain and Darryl Worley.

NASHVILLE STAR II USA Networks launches auditions for the second season of "Nashville Star" on Wednesday, October 22. Auditions - hosted by USA Network, Sony Music Nashville and WSIX Radio - begin at 8:30 am (registration opens at 7:30 am) at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Those auditioning must be solo (no bands) and be at least 18 years of age. Click Here for contest rules, eligibility and audition requirements. JOHNNY CASH TRIBUTE CMT will televise the memorial celebration for Johnny Cash on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Taping of the concert, titled the Johnny Cash Memorial Tribute, will take place on Nov. 10 at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. "What a privilege for CMT to telecast the Johnny Cash tribute," said Brian Philips, senior vice president/general manager, CMT. "This will be a communal celebration of a rich and brilliant life, connecting the intimate Ryman gathering with the world of music fans who love and respect Johnny Cash." A number of artists have already confirmed their participation in honoring Cash, who died Sept. 12 in Nashville of complications due to diabetes. He was 71. Cash's longtime manager, Lou Robin, said one of the reasons the Cash family wanted the memorial broadcast on TV was to allow fans worldwide to take part in paying tribute to Cash. Artists already lined up to perform include the Fisk Jubilee Singers, Kris Kristofferson, Rosanne Cash, Larry Gatlin, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Rodney Crowell, Steve Earle, George Jones, John Mellencamp, Hank Williams Jr., Travis Tritt, Jack Clement, Marty Stuart, Dwight Yoakam, Jimmy Tittle and Johnny Western. Other artists may be added. Also included will be pre-taped tributes to Cash from other entertainers, including Whoopi Goldberg. DreamWorks Nashville chief executive James Stroud will act as musical director. Although tickets to the memorial are free, room is limited because the Ryman seats less than 2,400 people. Potential attendees are required to send their name, address and daytime telephone number on a 3½-by-5 inch card or paper to: Johnny Cash Memorial Tribute, P.O. Box 20003, Nashville, Tenn., 37202. All entries must be received by Oct. 26. Those receiving tickets will be notified by phone by Oct. 31. Each winner will receive two reserved seat tickets. Following the airing of the Johnny Cash Memorial Tribute, CMT will broadcast CMT Inside Fame: Johnny Cash, an in-depth look at the life and career of Cash. PATTY LOVELESS Patty Loveless' appearance on Late Night With Conan O'Brien last Thursday was postponed due to the delivery of Conan's first child. A new date is expected to be announced within the week. MARTY STUART On November 1, Nashville is taking part in the "Rhythms of the South," a program that hopes to create interest and increase tourism in the city. That day, the city will play host to international tourists, tour operators and journalists. The Nashville Convention and Visitor's Bureau has asked Marty Stuart, Connie Smith and Diamond Rio to perform for the attendees and participate in a Q&A. The artists will talk about their careers, country music, Nashville and the opportunities for tourists in the city. DIXIE CHICKS OFFICIALLY POWER CHICKS Entertainment Weekly issued its 2003 Power List of the top movers and shakers in the entertainment business. In a list that includes Beyonce, Eminem, Steven Spielberg, Nicole Kidman, etc., the Dixie Chicks, at #50, are the only country act on the Power list. GARTH GEARING UP TO COME BACK? Word is that Garth has recently put some songs on hold at publishing companies. Speculation ranges from Garth preparing his own project, to helping his companion, Trisha Yearwood, gather songs for her next album or Garth producing a new artist. Garth's manager says he thinks he's just writing and not preparing a comeback. We offer one other thought. As Garth exited the scene a couple of years back he told us that two projects remained on the back burner, a tribute album to George Strait, and a duet album with Trisha. CMA PERFORMER AND PRESENTER LIST COMES TOGETHER "Country Music's Biggest Night" is living up to its world-wide reputation for outstanding entertainment and once-in-a-lifetime performances with the announcement that Alison Krauss + Union Station and Brad Paisley, with special guests William Shatner and "Yes, Dear" stars Anthony Clark and Mike O'Malley, will perform on "The 37th Annual CMA Awards," broadcast live Wednesday, Nov. 5 (8:00-11:00 PM/EST) on CBS from the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. Faith Hill leads a growing list of presenters for the three-hour gala. Previously announced performers for "The 37th Annual CMA Awards" include Gary Allan, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney, Terri Clark, CMA host Vince Gill, Alan Jackson with Jimmy Buffett, Buddy Jewell, Toby Keith, Patty Loveless, Martina McBride, Tim McGraw, Joe Nichols, Dolly Parton with Norah Jones, Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton, George Strait, Shania Twain and Darryl Worley.
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