New music: America, Black Sabbath, Eric Clapton, Def Leppard, Santana, Rainbow

A number of high-profile classic rock-minded 4K UltraHD, Blu-ray and DVD releases are being released this fall and are worth adding to your music library. Any of these wonderful titles would make a great holiday season gift too.

Artist: America

Title: America & Friends — Live At The Ventura Theater (Cleopatra Entertainment)
You might like if you enjoy: America, Andrew Gold, Stephen Bishop
Tell me more: Released on Oct. 4, America & Friends — Live At The Ventura Theater is a new Blu-ray title that captures classic rock favorite America performing the band's hit singles "A Horse With No Name," "Ventura Highway," Sister Golden Hair," "I Need You" and more. Additionally, guests Andrew Gold and Stephen Bishop perform their most beloved hits at the event and join America's Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley on stage as well. Highlights include Gold's rousing "Lonely Boy," Bishop's "It Might Be You," and America's "Sister Golden Hair." Filmed at the Ventura Theater in Ventura, California, bonus features on the Blu-ray include bonus footage, credits, a fascinating interview with Gold, Bishop, Bunnell and Beckley as well as a photo gallery. Information: mvdvisual.com.

Title: Black Sabbath: The End (Mercury Studios)
You might like if you enjoy: Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi
Tell me more: Heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath closed out a 50-year legacy with a concert in the band's hometown of Birmingham, England on Feb. 4, 2017. That already-legendary show is celebrated on the aptly-dubbed "The End" (available for the first time ever via the 4K UltraHD format). Fans of Black Sabbath's hard-hitting rock will thrill at seeing singer Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and touring members Tommy Clufetos (drums) and Adam Wakeman (keyboards, guitar) run through their signature blend of heavy metal in front of a sold-out crowd. All the essentials are included on the set, including "War Pigs," "Behind the Wall of Sleep," "Iron Man" and emotional encore-ending "Paranoid." Director Dick Carruthers did a terrific job of capturing the band's musical style and relationship with fans courtesy of a creative mix of camera shots showcasing the band's performance and crowd reactions that immerses the viewer into this career-capping moment. Information: Information: mercurystudios.co.

Artist: Eric Clapton
Title: Slowhand At 70 — Live At The Royal Albert Hall  (Mercury Studios)
You might like if you enjoy: Eric Clapton, The Yardbirds, Derek & The Dominos
Tell me more: Slowhand At 70 — Live At The Royal Albert Hall is a landmark concert film previously issued on DVD and Blu-ray in November 2015, but is now newly available for the first time via the immersive 4K UltraHD format. Eric Clapton's 2015 performances during a seven-night run at Royal Albert Hall found the singer-guitarist celebrating his 70th birthday at his favorite venue; highlights include Slowhand playing both bona fide classics and deep cuts. Among this writer's early favorite performances on the title are his artful cover of JJ Cale's "Somebody's Knockin' On My Door" that opens the set, a musical reading of Willie Dixon's Chicago blues-flavored "Hoochie Coochie Man," and his reggae take on his 1974 number one hit "I Shot The Sheriff." The concert film's power only grows from there as evidenced by potent acoustic-styled takes on the tender "Tears In Heaven" and "Layla," as well as rousing electric versions of "Let It Rain," "Crossroads," "Cocaine" and "High Time We Went." While the parade of blues rock classics highlight Clapton's enduring powers as a guitar virtuoso, the heartfelt "Wonderful Tonight" showcases his emotive lead vocals. Information: mercurystudios.co.

Artist: Def Leppard
Title: Def Leppard One Night Only Live at The Leadmill Sheffield May 19, 2023 (Mercury Studios)
You might like if you enjoy: Def Leppard, Queen
Tell me more: Released on Oct. 11, Def Leppard One Night Only Live at The Leadmill Sheffield May 19, 2023 is a new title that is available on audio CD, DVD+CD, Limited Edition 2LP pressed on orange vinyl, as well as via digital audio and digital video. On the eve of the British rock outfit's largest UK/European run ever — including a sold-out date at Wembley Stadium — Def Leppard streamed a one-off live concert performance from the historic Sheffield venue The Leadmill. This unique 13-track set was one of the most intimate shows the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers had played in more than 35 years, and included bona fide hits as well as material from the band's latest album Drastic Symphonies (recorded at Abbey Road Studios). There is a genuine excitement and energy displayed between the band members and audience across the 13-track concert. The set is front loaded with deep album cuts and rarities while the home stretch features several of the quintet's most beloved material. Highlights abound during the live set (the DVD+CD format is reviewed here) including the Queen-flavored opener "Action," infectious rocker "Let It Go" (the latter with its bewitching verses that segue into explosive choruses), the introspective rocker "Mirror, Mirror (Look Into My Eyes)" showcasing Joe Elliott's lead vocals and the dazzling tandem lead guitar work of Phil Collen and Vivian Campbell, powerful "Bringin' On The Heartbreak and a particularly powerful marathon take on "Hysteria." Def Leppard closes with the crowd-pleasing "Pour Some Sugar On Me" and party-mining rocker "Wasted." Information: defleppard.com.

Artist: Santana
Title: Santana: Live At US Festival (MVD Visual)
You might like if you enjoy: Carlos Santana, Los Lobos, classic rock
Tell me more: Live At US Festival is a newly-released Blu-ray title that captures guitar master Carlos Santana and his top-tier band at their legendary appearance at the US Festival staged in Southern California on Sept. 4, 1982. Directed by rockumentarian Glenn Aveni, Santana: Live At Us Festival chronicles one of Santana's most memorable and high-profile performances. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer's band is outstanding; singer-rhythm guitarist Alex Ligertwood, keyboardist Richard Baker, bassist David Margen, drummer Graham Lear, percussionists Raul Rekow, Orestas Vilat and Armando Peraza bring a power and enthusiastic touch to all of the material performed here. The performance features Santana performing powerful versions of classics including "Black Magic Woman," Oye Como Va" and an especially dynamic take on "Nowhere To Run." Other highlights include a cover of the Zombies' "She's Not There" bolstered by Santana's signature lead guitar playing that segues into John McLaughlin's "Marbles," as well as the catchy rocker "Open Invitation." Bonus features on the Blu-ray include interview segments with Santana. Information: mvdvisual.com.

Artist: Rainbow
Title: Live In Munich 1977 (Mercury Studios)
You might like if you enjoy: Deep Purple, Rainbow, Dio, Greta Van Fleet
Tell me more: On Oct. 20, 1977, the only full-length concert featuring the classic Rainbow lineup of guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, singer Ronnie James Dio and drummer Cozy Powell ever professionally filmed was captured at Munich Olympiahalle in Germany during the band's 1977 European tour. Now the historic concert event is available as a wonderful must-own special edition 2CD+DVD set courtesy of Mercury Studios. Indeed, this is a concert that almost never was; Blackmore arrived in Munich close to showtime after reportedly being smuggled out of Austria after getting into trouble with police at a gig there two nights earlier. That event seemed to rouse Blackmore and company to deliver an especially riveting performance on this night. Over the course of just under two hours, Rainbow delivers a captivating set of favorites including the speedy opener "Kill The King" showcasing Dio's soaring lead vocals, the heavy "Mistreated" blending British hard rock, Renaissance and progressive rock styles, the ambitious "Catch The Rainbow" stretching from a beautiful opening to a fiery rocker, and the straight-forward aptly-titled "Long Live Rock 'N' Roll." The concert wraps with stellar versions of "Man On The Silver Mountain," "Still I'm Sad" and "Do You Close Your Eyes," the latter featuring Blackmore alone on stage destroying his electric guitar as part of a truly explosive finale. In addition to the full-length concert, the 146-minute DVD includes original promo videos for "Long Live Rock 'N' Roll," "Gates Of Babylon" and "L.A. Connection," as well as a photo gallery, slideshow with audio commentary, interviews, and the "Rainbow Over Texas '76" feature (the latter which includes addition interviews and performance footage). The physical package also comes with a wonderful fully-illustrated 12-page booklet. Information: mercurystudios.co.

Robert Kinsler

'Rainbow Live in Munich 1977' 2CD + DVD set for release on Sept. 19, 2024

How exciting! A full-length performance featuring Rainbow at the height of their powers in 1977 is set for release later this summer! Check out the cover artwork and learn more below... Robert Kinsler

MERCURY STUDIOS PRESENTS RAINBOW LIVE IN MUNICH 1977 SPECIAL EDITION 2CD+DVD set

~FEATURING CLASSIC LINE-UP OF BLACKMORE, DIO, AND POWELL~ ~SEPTEMBER 19, 2024~ Pre-order HERE

New York, NY (July 24, 2024) -- On September 19, Mercury Studios will release Rainbow: Live In Munich 1977 as a Special Edition 2CD+DVD package. This show has been previously released as individual DVD and 2CD packages in the past, and this is the first time they have been packaged together. Captured during the band’s 1977 European tour, Live In Munich is the only full live concert ever filmed with the classic Ritchie Blackmore/Ronnie James Dio/Cozy Powell classic line-up. Rainbow was the brainchild of legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, created in 1975 after his departure from Deep Purple. A string of hit albums ignited immediate success, which persevered until 1983, when Blackmore disbanded the group (and re- joined Deep Purple). Featuring the line-up of Blackmore, Cozy Powell (drums), Bob Daisley (bass), David Stone (keyboards), and premiere Rock and Roll vocalist Ronnie James Dio, the excitement in the air during this night was electric. This might be due, in part, to Blackmore’s late arrival to Munich just before the concert, after being smuggled out of Austria after trouble with the police at a gig two nights earlier. This seemed to inspire both the band and the audience to create a truly remarkable gig. The DVD includes original promo videos for “Long Live Rock ‘N’ Roll,” “Gates Of Babylon,” and “L.A. Connection,” a photo gallery, slideshow with audio commentary, interviews, and the “Rainbow Over Texas ‘76” feature, which includes additional interviews and performance footage. Truly, Live In Munich 1977 is a brilliant showcase of the primal electricity of Rainbow.

DVD TRACK LISTING: 1. Introduction 2. Kill The King 3. Mistreated 4. Sixteenth Century Greensleeves 5. Catch The Rainbow 6. Long Live Rock ‘n’ Roll 7. Man On The Silver Mountain 8. Still I’m Sad 9. Do You Close Your Eyes CD: Disc One: 1. Introduction 2. Kill The King 3. Mistreated 4. Sixteenth Century Greensleeves 5. Catch The Rainbow 6. Long Live Rock ‘n’ Roll Disc Two: 1. Man On The Silver Mountain 2. Still I’m Sad 3. Do You Close Your Eyes

ABOUT MERCURY STUDIOS Mercury Studios is a full-service production studio, focused on telling compelling stories through the lens of music. Current and recent projects include Oscar and BAFTA award nominated American Symphony, directed by Matthew Heineman for the Obamas’ Higher Ground Productions/Netflix, If These Walls Could Sing, directed by Mary McCartney for Disney+, My Life as a Rolling Stone for the BBC and MGM+, Shania Twain: Not Just A Girl for Netflix, This Town, a six-part series for the BBC from writer, creator, and executive producer Steven Knight, Linda Perry: Let it Die Here, which premiered at Tribeca Film Festival and the recently announced One to One: John & Yoko from Oscar and BAFTA award winning director, Kevin Macdonald. Mercury Studios also produced Sam Smith: Live at the Royal Albert Hall for BBC, Billie Eilish’s Overheated at the O2 London and Lang Lang Plays Disney for Disney+. Editorially independent, Mercury Studios is powered by Universal Music Group and represents the world’s leading catalog of music-related content, consisting of thousands of hours of premium music-driven film and television programming.

New music: KARNEY, The Waymores, Ole Lonesome, Tracy Nelson

KARNEY, The Waymores, Ole Lonesome and Tracy Nelson are back with essential new albums.

Artist: KARNEY
Title: Creatures In The Garden (Music and Sounds)
You might like if you enjoy: Joni Mitchell, Carol Martini, Santana
Tell me more: KARNEY — the moniker for Bay Area singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Anna Karney — has just released the impressive full-length album Creatures In The Garden. The album features 10 songs that collectively tap into the sonic and lyrical spirit of late '60s / early '70s recordings completed by the legendary likes of Santana, Jefferson Airplane, Neil Young and Joni Mitchell. Among the enticing tracks on Creatures In The Garden are the hypnotic "Across The Planet (remix)" featuring the trumpet playing of Bill Ortiz (the latter a member of Santana), the psychedelic goth rocker "Creatures In The Garden," an emotional cover of Ronnie James Dio's "Rainbow in the Dark," the heavy rocker "Eternity (remix)" and world music-flavored "Wildfire." Information: karney.org. 

Artist: The Waymores
Title: Greener Pastures (Chicken Ranch Records)
You might like if you enjoy: Buck Owens & Susan Raye, Dwight Yoakam, Alice Wallace
Tell me more: Fans of the Bakersfield sound, traditional honky tonk and Americana will want to get a listen to the Waymores' wonderful third album Greener Pastures, a disc bound by the strength of the songs, top-tier musicianship and work of legendary producer Shel Talmy (The Who, The Kinks, David Bowie, Manfred Mann). The track listing for the duo's 10-track album kicks off with an infectious take on the Buck Owens favorite "Under Your Spell Again," with Kira Annalise and Willie Heath Neal showcasing their solo and harmony vocals. They turn on a dime to deliver the Americana original "Flashbacks of a Fool" and a freewheeling Cajun-styled take on John Prince's 1991 classic "You Got Gold." Other standouts on Greener Pastures include the countrified sing-along "Time to Ramble," honky tonk title track and harmonies-adorned closer "Tavern Time." Annalise and Neal also showcase their formidable talents as singers on a moving cover of Marty Robbins' 1961 ballad "Don't Worry." Information: Website thewaymores.com. 

Artist: Ole Lonesome
Title: Tejas Motel (Gulf Coast Records)
You might like if you enjoy: ZZ Top, Moreland & Arbuckle, Billy F Gibbons, The Record Company
Tell me more: Beaumont, Texas-spawned Southern blues rock outfit Ole Lonesome has released the hard-hitting album Tejas Motel. The quintet showcases a palpable punch in fusing its own brand of Southern fried blues and roots rock together. Zachary Feemster (vocals, guitar), J. Wesley Hardin (bass), Gregory Mosley (keys), Jimmy Devers (drums) and Greg Chord (guitar) have created a concept album, inspired when spying an old sign that read "Tejas Motel" and then creating a parade of songs "to describe this place with the titles and lyrics" (Feemster notes in the press notes). Indeed, the album fully delivers on that promise, unleashing a swampy blues rock brew that never sounds less than inspired and authentic. The hard blues rocker "Yvette," rousing "Steady Mistreater," driving blues gem "Momma's Worry," edgy "Easy Street," wonderfully introspective "The Fool" and immersive closing title track are among the killer cuts on the album. Information: olelonesome.com. 

Artist: Tracy Nelson
Title: Life Don't Miss Nobody (BMG)
You might like if you enjoy: Etta James, Willie Nelson, Charlie Musselwhite, Marcia Ball
Tell me more: Tracy Nelson's 2023 album Life Don't Miss Nobody marks the wonderful singer's first new album in more than 10 years. Her Roger Alan Nichols-produced return includes a slew of celebrated names who join her across the album including Willie Nelson, Charlie Musselwhite, Irma Thomas, Marcia Ball and Jontavious Willis. There is a joyful quality across the collection, with Nelson kicking off the track listing with a buoyant take on the traditional spiritual "Strange Things Happening Every Day." The wide range of great tracks includes the New Orleans-flavored "There Is Always One More Time" (featuring harmonica great Mickey Raphael), the jazzy title track, a spirited version of Sonny Boy Williamson's "Your Funeral and My Trial" feature the guest vocals and resonator guitar of Willis, and two potent versions of the beloved traditional "Hard Times." Late album highlights include Willie Nelson joining Tracy Nelson for a colorful run through Hank Williams' "Honky Tonkin'," Delta blues take on Willie Dixon's "It Don't Make Sense" featuring blues harp master Musselwhite, and playful guest-packed reading of Chuck Berry's "Brown Eyed Handsome Man." Information: TracyNelsonMusic.com. 

Robert Kinsler

Inbox Update: Dio, Coldplay, Academy of Country Music Awards winners

Here is a quick roundup of some of the noteworthy items to land in my inbox over the weekend...

Release of Dio's 'Live in London - Hammersmith Apollo 1993' to mark first-ever video release of the legendary concert

 Eagle Rock Entertainment to issue concert on DVD, SD Blu-ray, 2 CD and digital formats on May 13, 2014

Eagle Rock Entertainment is proud to announce the May 13, 2014 release of Live In London: Hammersmith Apollo 1993 on DVD, SD Blu-ray and double CD formats, from the incomparable Dio. 

This is the first ever video release of this classic 1993 concert and includes anthems such as “Holy Diver,” “Rainbow In The Dark,” “Strange Highways,” “Stand Up And Shout,” “Man On The Silver Mountain,” “Heaven And Hell,” “We Rock,” and more. Filmed at London’s Hammersmith Apollo on December 12, 1993, this concert film captures the then newly-reformed Dio on the last night of their European tour in support of the Strange Highways album. The line-up of Ronnie James Dio (vocals),Vinny Appice (drums), Jeff Pilson (bass), Tracy G (guitar) and Scott Warren (keyboards) delivered a blistering performance of tracks from their new album, previous Dio classics and favorites from Ronnie’s career with Black Sabbath and Rainbow. This powerful performance is presented in DTS Surround Sound, Dolby Digital 5.1, and Dolby Digital Stereo.

In addition to this amazing concert, the AV formats offer a bonus Behind-The-Scenes feature entitled “Hangin’ With The Band”.

One of the most influential and celebrated vocalists / frontmen of hard rock and heavy metal, the late Ronnie James Dio’s commanding vocals and mammoth stage presence has resonated with generations of fans. His sophisticated, classical vocalization mixed with imaginative, fantastical song themes was genre-defining, establishing him as one of music’s most beloved icons. Live In London: Hammersmith Apollo masterfully captures him and his namesake band, Dio.

For a sneak peak at Live In London – Hammersmith Apollo, here’s a video of “Mob Rules” - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEFcFGJBQzA&list=UUp0uxdUViQ2LTAqRePby68g

Eagle Rock Entertainment is the largest producer and distributor of music programming for DVD, Blu-Ray, TV, Audio and Digital Media in the world.  Eagle works directly alongside talent to produce top quality, High Definition and 3D programs, both concerts and documentaries, including The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, The Who, Queen, The Doors, Jeff Beck, U2, Peter Gabriel, Paul McCartney and Ozzy Osbourne. Eagle is a Grammy Award winning company and has received over 30 multi-platinum, over 50 platinum and over 90 gold discs, worldwide.  Eagle Rock Entertainment has offices in London, New York, Toronto, Paris and Hamburg.

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TRACK LISTING:

1) Stand Up And Shout  

2) Strange Highways 

3) Don’t Talk To Strangers  

4) Evilution  

5) Pain   

6) The Mob Rules  

7) Children Of The Sea  

8) Holy Diver  

9) Heaven And Hell  

10) Man On The Silver Mountain  

11) Drum Solo  

12) Heaven And Hell (reprise)  

13) Jesus, Mary & The Holy Ghost  

14) Hollywood Black  

15) The Last In Line  

16) Rainbow In The Dark  

17) We Rock  

18) Here’s To You

COLDPLAY REVEAL THE VIDEO FOR THEIR NEW SINGLE, "MAGIC"   The Song is taken from their new album, Ghost Stories, to be released May 19 Watch the video now at: http://youtu.be/Qtb11P1FWnc

Coldplay / Photo credit: Anton Corbijn Coldplay have revealed the video for their new single, "Magic." The single is currently available on iTunes. The video was directed by Jonas Åkerlund, and stars Ziyi Zhang (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) as a magician, with Chris Martin doubling up as both her loyal assistant and brutish husband. "Magic" is taken from Coldplay's new album, Ghost Stories, which will be released on May 19, 2014 on Parlophone/Atlantic Records. The album can be pre-ordered now from iTunes worldwide at itunes.com/coldplay. The full Ghost Stories tracklisting is as follows: 1. Always In My Head 2. Magic 3. Ink 4. True Love 5. Midnight 6. Another's Arms 7. Oceans 8. A Sky Full Of Stars 9. O  WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE 49th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC® AWARDS George Strait named Entertainer of the Year; Miranda Lambert & Keith Urban tied with 3 wins Jerry Jones & George Strait announced the 50TH ACM Awards to be broadcast from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Sunday, April 19, 2015 on CBS-TV LAS VEGAS, NV (April 6, 2014) – Winners have been announced for the 49th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, a star-studded ceremony broadcast live last night on the CBS Television Network from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.  Fans named George Strait the Entertainer of the Year, the evening’s biggest honor and the second win of his career in that category. This year marked another record-breaking year with 1.5 million fan votes cast for Entertainer of the Year and New Artist of the Year categories combined, and also marked the first time online fan voting for these categories were open to fans in Australia and Canada. The king of country music and newly crowned Entertainer of the Year, George Strait, also participated in a special moment with Owner, President and General Manager of the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones during the telecast announcing the 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS to be broadcast LIVE from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 8 p.m. live ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network. It was also announced that Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan will return to co-host the show.  Merle Haggard was honored with the Crystal Milestone Award, which was presented by Garth Brooks and celebrated with a tribute performance featuring Miranda Lambert and George Strait. Jason Aldean won Male Vocalist of the Year, his second consecutive win in this category. He has won an overall total of 7 ACM Awards. Miranda Lambert won for the fifth consecutive year as Female Vocalist of the Year, and is now the record holder for the most consecutive wins in that category. She is the leading female winner of the night, with a total of three trophies. Lambert also took the prize for Single Record of the Year for “Mama’s Broken Heart,” and Vocal Event of the Year for “We Were Us” with Keith Urban.   The Band Perry won their first Vocal Group of the Year award. This marks their third overall ACM win; they won the New Vocal Duo or Group of the Year award and New Artist of the Year in 2010. Artists Florida Georgia Line won Vocal Duo of the Year. This is their first win in this category, and third overall ACM Award win. Justin Moore received his first-ever Academy of Country Music Award tonight for New Artist of the Year Presented by Kohl’s Department Stores, a fan-voted category. Kacey Musgraves won Album of the Year as the artist and producer for Same Trailer Different Park. This award marks her first-ever ACM Award win. Keith Urban is the leading male winner of the night with a total of three trophies in two categories.  Prior to the telecast, Urban took the prize for Video of the Year as artist for “Highway Don’t Care” with Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift. He also won Vocal Event of the Year as artist and producer for “We Were Us” with Miranda Lambert. Both awards were presented off-camera. Following is the list of winners in the 11 categories voted on by the membership (excluding the Entertainer of the Year and New Artist categories, which were voted on by a combination of professional ACM members and fans): ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR George Strait MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR Jason Aldean FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR Miranda Lambert VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR Florida Georgia Line VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR The Band Perry NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY KOHL’S Justin Moore ALBUM OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company–Label(s)] Same Trailer Different Park – Kacey Musgraves Producers: Luke Laird, Shane McAnally, Kacey Musgraves Record Label: Mercury Records SINGLE RECORD OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company–Label(s)] Mama's Broken Heart – Miranda Lambert Producers: Chuck Ainlay, Frank Liddell, Glenn Worf Record Label: RCA Nashville SONG OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Songwriter(s)/Publisher(s)/Artist(s)] I Drive Your Truck – Lee Brice Songwriters: Jessi Alexander, Connie Harrington, Jimmy Yeary Publishers: Beattyville Music (BMI), EMI Blackwood Music, Inc. (BMI), Great Day At This Music (BMI), Happy Tears Music (ASCAP), Vistaville Music (ASCAP), Watch This Girl Publishing (BMI) VIDEO OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Producer(s)/Director(s)/Artist(s)] *(Off Camera Award) Highway Don't Care – Tim McGraw Featuring Taylor Swift & Keith Urban Producers: Tameron Hedge, Chandra LaPlume Director: Shane Drake VOCAL EVENT OF THE YEAR [Awarded to Artist(s)/Producer(s)/Record Company–Label(s)]*(Off Camera Award) We Were Us – Keith Urban And Miranda Lambert Producers: Nathan Chapman, Keith Urban Record Labels: Capitol Records Nashville, Hit Red Records, RCA Nashville About the Academy of Country Music Awards The 49th Academy of Country Music Awards is dedicated to honoring and showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent in the country music industry.  The show is produced for television by dick clark productions and was broadcast LIVE from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Sunday, April 6, 2014 at 8 p.m. live ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network. Allen Shapiro, Mike Mahan, R.A. Clark and Barry Adelman are executive producers.  Bob Romeo is executive producer for the Academy of Country Music.