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About Noah Galloway

A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Sergeant Noah Galloway was assigned to the 1st of the 502nd Infantry of the 101st Airborne Division out of Fort Campbell, Kentucky during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Just three months into his second tour of duty, Galloway lost his left arm above the elbos and left leg about the knee in an Improvised Explosive Device attack. He was transported to Germany to receive medical treatment, remaining unconscious for five days. After a long stint in recovery and rehabilitation, Galloway, like so many of his fellow disable veterans, became withdrawn, out of shape and depressed. But late one night, he took a long look in the mirror and realized there was more to him than the injuries and he set a goal to get back in shape, be healthier and inspire others.

Now a fitness enthusiast and motivational speaker, Galloway continues to compete, participating in adventure races around the country, such as Tough Mudder, Spartan events, fitness competitions plus numerous 5Ks, 10Ks and marathons. Galloway also travels the country sharing his story, encouraging and motivating others to engage a “no excuses” lifestyle. Most recently, Galloway led his team to victory on FOX’s American Grit, where teams were tested with various military challenges. He also took third place as a finalist on Season 20 of ABC’s Dancing With the Stars. Following his appearance on the cover of Men’s Health Magazine, he was named the publication’s 2014 “Ultimate Guy”. Adding to the list, Galloway released his first book, a memoir; Living with No Excuses the Remarkable Rebirth of an American Soldier. The book sheds light on his upbringing in rural Alabama, his military experience, and the personal battles he faced to overcome losing two limbs during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Website: www.noahgalloway.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thenoahgalloway/
Twitter: @noah_galloway
Instagram: www.instagram.com/noahgallowayathlete/

About Carla Williams

This bayou based soungstress has been performing since she was three years old logging her first appearance in front of an audience at her childhood church. For an act that was applauded by Digital Rodeo as being “full of raw and powerful honesty,” Carla has always written or chosen to sing songs that related to her own life. “If I sing it, I have lived it.” As a writer, she’s honed her craft penning tunes with Grammy, Emmy, and DOVE award winning writers since her first record I’m Home in 2008. “Life and the music business have both changed so much since my first album and record deal. I have four children, I got to take the final journey through my grandmother’s battle with Parkinson’s disease and I own my own business. It’s been an incredible journey and I’m excited to share it through my music.” In 2019, Carla won over the Christian industry with her Tom Hemby produced Love to Gain, a single featuring 8x DOVE award winner Kirk Sullivan of the group 4HIM. It earned her the title of “Indie Artist to Watch” from New Release Today in March 2019. This fall, Carla premiered two new singles He’s Love, a single penned by Bobby Carmichael (Sheila E., Lee Ann Womack & Ronnie Milsap) & Mark Maynard, and a holiday standard Merry Christmas Darling, a single The Carpenters took all the way to #1 on Billboard’s Christmas singles chart in 1970, 1971 & 1973. Beyond her musical talents, this model that has appeared in campaigns for Dillard’s and Buckle also founded Innovative Medicine Partners, a company that accelerates the market introduction of new medical devices that deliver unparalleled solutions. Today, Carla splits time between her hometown of Mobile, AL and Nashville, TN.

Website: www.carlawilliamsmusic.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CarlaWilliamsMusic/
Instagram: @carlawilliamsmusic

About Frank Maroney

Colorado native Frank Maroney didn’t always have songwriting in his targets. The oldest of three, Frank grew up riding around the Colorado Mountains in his dad’s two-toned GMC 1500 listening to legends such as Elton John, Steve Miller Band and the Eagles. The backseat of that truck is where 8-year-old Frank realized that someone had to actually write the songs Don Henley was singing. By the age of 15, Frank discovered his passion and talent for songwriting and developed a dream of writing songs like the ones he grew up listening to on the radio.

Fast forward a few years, Frank found himself making he was studying Physics, to attend Berklee College of Music to pursue a career in songwriting. During his tenure at the esteemed institution, Maroney honed in on his craft drawing inspiration from fellow alum John Mayer and Grammy nominated artist Sara Bareilles.

After graduation, Frank moved to Steamboat Springs to be a ski bum for the winter ski season. It was in Steamboat that a happen chance encounter with hit songwriter Mark D. Sanders, made him decide to move to Music City to pursue songwriting. Seven years later, a publishing deal with Sony ATV and cuts that have garnered 3.5 million streams, he’s decided to release a project that’s completely his own.

Website: www.frankmaroney.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/frankmaroneymusic/
Instagram: @frankthetank87

About Joe Hott

Striding confidently onto the Nashville music scene, Joe Hott is a new face and voice for a world of listeners ready to discover that “all things old become new.”  The lanky 6 foot preacher’s son found a fascination early in life with the tradition-steeped sounds of artists like Dr. Ralph Stanley, Flatt & Scruggs, Hank Williams, Sr. and Bill Monroe. This spun the fabric of Joe’s creative inspiration, formed his vocal interpretations and set the foundation for his songwriting. Joe has performed multiples times at Nashville’s legendary Bluegrass venue, The Station Inn and the iconic Grand Ole Opry. Now, after years of touring Appalachia and developing a musical identity of his own, Joe has earned the support of WSM Radio.

Website: www.joehott.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/JoeHottMusic/
Instagram: @joehottmusic
Twitter: @joehottmusic
Youtube: Joseph Hott

About Lockwood Barr

From the moment she steps into the spotlight and begins picking her banjo – her dad’s 1972 Gibson Mastertone to be exact – it’s undeniable that being on stage is where Lockwood Barr feels most at home. Selected as an emerging artist by the Country Music Association in both 2016 and 2017, this Tiburon, CA native songwriter and Vanderbilt graduate was also awarded an Independent Country Music Association award as banjo player and vocalist for the Nashvegas Ramblers. Barr released her project, Signs Along the Road, in 2016, which was produced by Matt Odmark of the Grammy Award-winning band Jars of Clay. “She has the goods…” writes Music Row Magazine. “Barr exudes natural talent and her career in the music business seems promising.”

Website: www.lockwoodbarr.com
Facebook: @musicbylockwood
Twitter: @musicbylockwood
Instagram: @musicbylockwood
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/MusicByLockwood

About Matt Rogers
Music City SongStar Winner, NSAI Top-40 songwriter and Georgia Country Awards Overall Artist of the Year, Matt Rogers, is no stranger to the stage. With over 200 performances a year playing venues across the country and opening for some of country music’s hottest names including Clint Black, Clay Walker, Jake Owen, Cole Swindell, LOCASH and Michael Ray, Matt has built a devout fan base with his electrifying stage presence.

When Rogers isn’t on the road he is writing music with some of Nashville’s best songwriters. He was recently awarded the top award from Music City Songstar for his song, “She Was Everything.” Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) and CMT selected his song “I Was Raised” for a songwriting achievement award. It went on to be selected by NSAI as a Top 40 song.

“If you don’t know the name Matt Roger then you need to write it down. He’s going places,” – Hit Songwriter/Author/WSM 650 AM host, Devon O’Day.

Website: www.mattrogerscountry.com/about
Facebook: www.facebook.com/mattrogerscountry
Twitter: @mrogerscountry
Instagram: @mattrogerscountry
YouTube: Matt Rogers Country

About Phillip Clyde Bernier

Phillip was the captain of his high school wrestling team in, Sterling, VA, and a State Finalist. While at James Madison University, he was faced with the question of what his life pursuits would be. It was then that he had the bittersweet realization, it was time to transition his lifelong high-level athletic training from the mat to a full time focus on tackling his love of the stage. Little did he know the battles for which his athletic training had been preparing him. He had wrestled in front of thousands, but millions would watch him work to take down his competition on a major network television stage.

Three weeks after graduating with a degree in music business, Phillip packed up his Jeep and embraced the adventure awaiting him in Nashville. When the opportunity to audition for a reality competition show on ABC presented itself, Phillip’s years of atheltic training, combined with his music training in college, had him ready to face the challenge head on. The show, entitled “Dance War: Bruno vs. Carrie Ann,” had 10+ million viewers per week on ABC, and showcased performers that can sing and dance at the same time; a challenging task for even the world’s top performers. As one of the four team members of Team Bruno that would win the show for the first time ever, he was given a recording contract with Hollywood Records.

Since that time, Phillip has parted ways with the record label, embarking on an independent music career, taking 100’s of stages around the world, from Arizona to Abu Dhabi. He’s performed at festivals, theaters, churches, and schools, in addition to being honored as host of the Miss Arizona Pageant, a graduation commencement speaker in VA, and an expert panelist at an Artist Bootcamp in Nashville.

Phillip, now married and a father of four, is a proud member of the H.O.M.E. (Helping Our Music Evolve – homeformusic.org) community in Nashville and continues to push forward with his music and motivational speaking career. Combining these two passions, this release is sure to motivate the masses to move with his high energy, cinematic, pop-dance presentation.

Website: www.phillipclydebernier.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PhillipClydeBernier/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/phillip_clyde_bernier/
Twitter: @phillipbernier
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/PhillipClydeBernier/

About The Young Fables

The Young Fables (TYF) are a promising modern, traditional country duo comprised of three-time American Idol vet Laurel Wright and accomplished Gretsch endorsed guitarist and vocalist Wes Lunsford. The act hails from Maryville, TN and has already collected impressive accolades including Grand Prize at the Texaco Country Showdown which landed Laurel on the Ryman Auditorium stage at age 16. TYF first engaged and organically expanded their grassroots following while on the road supporting their debut release Two in 2017. They’ve appeared with such notable acts as Lauren Alaina, Josh Turner, Sara Evans, Chris Janson, Randy Houser The Band Perry and Chris Lane. Capturing the ears of three of the industry’s most revered names, Keith Urban said they “had me immediately,” Big Machine CEO Scott Borchetta praised “a flawless vocal” and Sheryl Crow tweeted, “Just heard The Young Fables in the Nashville Airport. Laurel’s as good as any country singer out there!” The nationally syndicated Cumulus morning show The Ty Bentli Show embraced the duo featuring them regularly in the hot topic #10MinuteTune segment. In addition, CMT exclusively premiered the music videos for Completely and  Half as Good with both going on to garner regular rotation on country music video channels.

Following the launch in May of 2018, the rave reviews and impact of their sophomore release Old Songs, a ten song album produced by the Grammy Award winning Mitch Dane (Jars of Clay, Brandon Heath & Caedmon’s Call), secured TYF their first of two consecutive appearances at the CMA Music Festival. Old Songs can be downloaded or streamed on iTunes, Spotify & Amazon.

The Young Fables were most recently profiled in the premiere of USA Network’s Real Country, a showcase series anchored by Shania Twain, Jake Owen and Travis Tritt. “When I heard Laurel’s voice for the first time, it was extremely impressive,” said Twain. “Wes is a perfect partner for Laurel’s voice. I fell in love with these guys as a genuine, authentic talent and sound. We need you in this industry right now.” The showcase was preceded by a “10 Best Country and Americana Songs of the Week” honor from Rolling Stone when they released their version of Patsy Cline’s iconic hit Crazy. “Simple and heartbreakingly direct,” noted RS. “Laurel Wright’s voice and Wesley Lunsford’s Chet Atkins-worthy guitar playing are the only instruments, resulting in a poignant performance that’s as lonely as the song’s lyrics.” Crazy can be downloaded or streamed at the following links: Spotify, iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon and Google Play.

Website: www.theyoungfables.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theyoungfables
Twitter: @theyoungfables
Instagram: @theyoungfablesofficial
YouTube: www.youtube.com/theyoungfables