December 9, 2009

Rural Rhythm Announces 2010 Blue Moon Rising Album Release

Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce the forthcoming album release by Blue Moon Rising.  Band founder, Chris West said, “I'm more excited about Blue Moon Rising's partnership with Rural Rhythm Records than I have been about anything in a long time.  Blue Moon Rising plans to hit the road running in 2010 with a versatile new lineup and delivering fresh new songs along with fan favorites.  We are very excited about the Fall 2010 release of our new album.”

The new album will be the band’s fifth album release since their formation in 2000.   West, a founding member of the band, not only provides his guitar, mandolin and distinctive lead vocal talents, but his original chart-topping songs have become part of the trademark sound of Blue Moon Rising.  The group received a nomination for the Emerging Artist of the Year award by the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) in 2006, and West selected for the IBMA Songwriting Showcase the same year. Numerous artists have recorded his songs throughout the years - garnering him much respect in the bluegrass community.

"I have been a big fan of Chris West's songwriting and singing for many years and to be able to partner with him at this highly creative and challenging time is very special to me.  This is truly the fun stuff in the music business when you can be a part of the creative process together with the artists.  The integrity of the music and the group will be the guiding light throughout the months ahead and we look forward to be releasing more wonderful music by Blue Moon Rising in 2010 on Rural Rhythm Records," said Sam Passamano, Jr., President of Rural Rhythm Records.

Blue Moon Rising is currently sponsored by GHS Strings, Blue Chip Picks, and Chota Outfitters.

Stay tuned for more announcements including the exciting new line-up!

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RECORD LABEL:
Rural Rhythm Records
Contact: Sammy Passamano, III
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Radio: AirplayDirect.com

MEDIA CONTACT
Hope River Entertainment
Contact: Penni McDaniel
678.377.3298 / 770.367.1480
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BOOKING CONTACT:
Graham Talent Group
Randy Graham
859-421-7718
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BAND AND ADDITIONAL BOOKING CONTACT:
Blue Moon Rising
Chris West
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