Black River Entertainment Announces Line-Up for Friday Luncheon at CRS 2013

Black River Entertainment Announces Line-Up for Friday Luncheon at CRS 2013 Craig Morgan, Kellie Pickler and Sarah Darling Slated To Perform (Nashville, Tenn. – Jan 16, 2013) The Country Radio Seminar has confirmed the talent for the Black River Entertainment luncheon as Craig Morgan, Kellie Pickler and Sarah Darling.  Hosted by Black River Entertainment’s CEO Gordon Kerr, the luncheon is scheduled for Friday, March 1, 2013. “We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with CRS in presenting this exciting, fast paced show featuring Craig Morgan, Sarah Darling and Black River Entertainment’s debut of Kellie Pickler,” said Black River’s VP of Promotion, Bill Macky.  “Country Radio will be the first to hear some of this amazing new music.  We’ve also got a few surprises planned too, so do not miss this show.”  "The talent lineup for CRS 2013 is extraordinary,” said CRS Executive Director Bill Mayne.  “The addition of Black River Entertainment to the Friday Luncheon and this great group of artists will make for another terrific event showcasing music to come in 2013!" The Black River Entertainment luncheon will be held inside the Performance Hall at the Nashville Convention Center from 12:00 – 1:50 p.m.  CRS 2013 is held Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2013.  Register for the event at www.CountryRadioSeminar.com. About Country Radio Seminar: Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas and business practices in the Country music industry, with specific emphasis on issues relevant to Country radio.  CRS 2013 will be held Feb. 27 – March 1, 2013, in downtown Nashville, Tenn., at the Nashville Convention Center.  $499 Registration is now available.  Visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com for more information. About Craig Morgan: One of country music’s best-loved artists, Craig Morgan has made a name for himself with massive radio airplay of his signature hits:  “Bonfire,” “Almost Home,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “That’s What I Love About Sunday,” “International Harvester” and "This Ole Boy," the title track to his new album on Black River Entertainment. The project boasted a Top 5 album debut on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart when it released earlier this year and delivered Morgan's latest hit, "More Trucks Than Cars." Craig received one of country music’s highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. Prior to becoming a country music and TV sensation, Craig Morgan spent over 10 years of active duty in the Army and an additional nine years in the Army Reserves.  He is an avid supporter of America’s military personnel and a recipient of the 2006 USO Merit Award. In addition to a prolific country music career, he hosts the award-winning show “Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors" and co-hosts "Field & Stream's Total Outdoorsman Challenge," both airing on Outdoor Channel. For more information on Craig Morgan, please visit www.craigmorgan.com. About Kellie Pickler: Kellie Pickler grew up immersed in country music in the small town of Albemarle, North Carolina with the words of Tammy Wynette, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton shaping her musical footing.   At the age of 19, she gained fame as a contestant on the fifth season of American Idol where it was evident to all that she was a star.  In 2006, she signed to 19 Recordings/BNA Records to release her debut, Small Town Girl, which has gone on to sell over 800,000 copies worldwide and produce three singles, “Red High Heels,” “I Wonder,” and “Things That Never Cross a Man’s Mind.”  In 2008, Pickler released her self-titled sophomore record featuring country radio hits “Don’t You Know You’re Beautiful,” “Best Days of Your Life” (co-written with Taylor Swift and her first Top 10), and “Didn’t You Know How Much I Loved You.”  Having established herself as not only a powerful vocalist but also a songwriter, Pickler released her third studio album, 100 Proof, with famed producer Frank Liddell (known for his work with Miranda Lambert) and Luke Wooten.  An avid supporter of the U.S. military, she has performed on six USO Tours, having most recently visited Afghanistan in Dec. 2012. Pickler recently announced her signing with new label home Black River Entertainment in Nashville and will commence work on a new album in 2013. For more information, please visit www.kelliepickler.com. About Sarah Darling: Touted by the New York Times as a “sophisticated songwriter” with a “crisp, powerful voice,” Sarah Darling took a chance on love when she chose to chase her love of music and move from small town Iowa to Nashville, TN.  Upon arriving in Music City, Sarah worked diligently to hone her performing and songwriting, even appearing in several music videos.  Since then, she has found success with three consecutive #1 videos ("Something To Do With Your Hands," "Blackbird," and her current single, "Home To Me") and as a frequent guest on the Grand Ole Opry.  Set for a digital release on January 29, the "Home to Me EP” includes both the album and an acoustic version of the title track.  In October 2012, Sarah taped a live performance of "Home To Me" for a popular ABC reality series, scheduled to air this season.  In December 2012, Sarah partnered with MoonPie for a yearlong national campaign that includes the "Home To Me Sweepstakes” and features Sarah on hundreds of thousands of MoonPie boxes.  Sarah is currently recording her forthcoming album with producer Dann Huff (Keith Urban, Brantley Gilbert, Hunter Hayes, Rascal Flatts) and confidently making her mark on the country music scene as one to watch in 2013.  For more information, visit www.sarahdarling.com Craig Morgan Click Here For Hi Res Kellie Pickler Click Here For Hi Res  Sarah Darling Click Here For Hi Res