Gone Country premieres January 25th at 8PM only on CMT!
Known for pushing the limits of mainstream country music with the genre-bending MuzikMafia, John Rich, of the hit country duo Big & Rich, takes on his biggest challenge yet. He takes seven established performers from every realm of the entertainment and music industries and immerses them in all things country for a chance to break out as the next big country superstar. The one who is most successful at crossing over by the end of the series will have a country single produced by Rich.
The series features an eclectic cast of performers including:
Bobby Brown -- R&B singer, former member of New Edition
Carnie Wilson -- singer-songwriter, former member of Wilson Phillips and author
Dee Snider -- radio personality, lead singer Twisted Sister
Diana DeGarmo -- recording artist, Broadway actor and 2004 American Idol finalist
Julio Iglesias Jr. -- pop singer
Maureen McCormick -- singer-actor, The Brady Bunch
Sisqó -- R&B singer, former member of the group Dru Hill
Gone Country uproots these seven musical celebrities and moves them into a Nashville mansion together to embark on a two-week adventure, hosted by singer-songwriter John Rich. Each celebrity will be paired up with some of Nashville's finest songwriters in an attempt to prepare them for a career in country music. In each episode, the cast competes against each other in challenges that will test them musically and physically to adapt to a country music lifestyle, both on and off the stage. At the end of the two weeks, the artist who is most prepared to impress a country audience, as determined by Rich, will record and release a song.
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The contest ends Friday, October 19, 2007 at 12AM est.
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With his fans eagerly awaiting his next move and many in the industry craving his creative guidance and unique flair, SisQo re-emerges hotter than ever to complete his Dragon trilogy with Last Dragon. As a true pioneer in his craft, SisQo is back with his trademark high-energy acrobatic performances, versatile songwriting, and production. Held back previously by the old music model, SisQo is bringing the fans more music more often. SisQo continues to revolutionize the game by progressively utilizing technology in the changing marketplace. With Last Dragon, SisQo brings his fans the ultimate interactive experience via a two-pronged approach that combines musical and theatrical elements. “This is a paradigm shift,” SisQo said recently, “It’s new things, exciting singles, and it was made with my fans in mind.”
It is not often that an international icon, platinum artist, seasoned actor, and groundbreaking performer emerges in our midst. With a new project that is Rated “S” for Sexy in every aspect, SisQo is back to change the way we think about and experience music. He is set to bring his fans the seemingly impossible: a flawless album from start to finish. The first single from Last Dragon is, “Who’s UR Daddy” which is already buzzing in the marketplace and receiving a great response. And, of course, no SisQo album is complete without a hit by Dru Hill. Last Dragon features a range of producers and writers—and most notably SisQo’s own work. He penned and produced much of the album himself. “We make hits,” SisQo said, “I’m known for working with unknowns and making them known. We get hits wherever they come from.” Last Dragon will be released on SisQo’s label, Dragon Music Group, formerly known as Dragon Records. It was the label responsible for his hits, “Incomplete,” “Thong Song,” and “Got to Get It.” Since its inception, Dragon Music Group has grown and become a larger entity.
When asked about his thoughts on the industry SisQo responded, “Imitation is the best flattery. I’ve learned from the best myself. It’s an honor to see cats out there doing what I’m doing—but I make it hot.” With ten years in the music industry and an unstoppable urge to create, SisQo chose to hook up with the original team behind the success of Dru Hill to back him up on Last Dragon. “I chose the team that made it all happen; the ones that made me a household name.” SisQo formed Dragon Music Group with original managers Kevin Peck and Keith Ingram and has employed the marketing and public relations services of Prana Marketing—which is owned by Angela Thomas, who did the marketing for first two Dru Hill releases.
Like all good trilogies, Last Dragon brings SisQo full-circle, though reinvigorated with international experience and a mature sound. SisQo notes: “It may be the end in the series, but it truly is a new beginning.”
Stay connected with SisQo and updated on Last Dragon! Visit: www.sisqo.com for news about the coming album, club tour, and SisQo’s Search for the Sexy SixPack. The perfect “Sixpack” will be a group of six, sexy, beautiful and talented women who will complement SisQo on his tour and promotional agendas. SisQo’s here!
