Craig Campbell to Host 5th Celebrity Cornhole Challenge to fight Colorectal Cancer

RED BOW Records’ country artist Craig Campbell is set to host the 5th Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge and third One Million Strongbenefit in Nashville, TN on Tuesday, June 6. The afternoon-to-evening event will raise funds for the non-profit Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) which works to increase awareness, education and research for colorectal cancer, the second-leading cause of cancer deaths among adults. Building on last year’s success which raised over $35,000, the fundraiser will take place at a new venue; local favorite City Winery. The cornhole challenge will face off at 2:30pm followed by the benefit dinner at 6:00pm.

A Fight CRC national spokesperson, Campbell was only 11 when he lost his father at age 36 to colorectal cancer. He started his campaign five years ago because he wanted to do something to bring awareness to this disease.

“I can’t believe this is our fifth year having the cornhole tournament! I’m so proud that we can still do this event, raising money and awareness to fight colorectal cancer,” shared Campbell. “I always get excited knowing we are gonna have a great time throwing bags all while doing what we can to erase this terrible disease."

During the Celebrity Cornhole Challenge, artists are paired against fans that have bid online for the opportunity to play. Celebrities including Dee Jay Silver, Trent Harmon, Nascar driver Scott Lagasse, Jr., Jackie Lee, Love and Theft, Jerrod Niemann, Parmalee, Michael Ray andThompson Square are joining the fight this year with more to be announced. Taking place outside City Winery, fans can stop by the open event to watch their favorite artists participate. 

Immediately following, Campbell will host the One Million Strong benefit. The evening includes a cocktail reception, live and silent auctions, and an intimate concert with Campbell, Rivers Rutherford and more special guests to be announced. Nashville leaders, Mayor Megan Barryand Chief Medical Officer of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Andrea Willis will offer remarks and colorectal cancer survivors will share their stories of hope and inspiration. Larry Nall, Senior Vice President of Provider Network Management, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, will be recognized for his leadership around colorectal cancer awareness and advocacy. All proceeds for both events benefit Fight CRC. 

For a chance to play in the competition, participate in the online auction featuring items donated by artists and to purchase VIP tickets (VIP seating, celebrity Meet & Greet, ticket to the benefit dinner) for the 5th Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge click here.

For more information and to purchase tickets for the One Million Strong benefit dinner click here. 

Campbell is currently playing select shows nationwide and on August 8 will join Luke Bryan’s HUNTIN’ FISHIN’ AND LOVIN’ EVERY DAY TOUR. In between tour stops, he is in the studio working on his RED BOW Records debut album, featuring lead track and critically-acclaimed single, “Outskirts of Heaven.” 

For more information on Craig Campbell and tour dates, visit www.craigcampbell.tv.

Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus to Host Inaugural Innovation in Music Awards

The Innovation in Music Awards is proud to announce the host for the inaugural award ceremony to be Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus. The night, designed to celebrate those in the music industry who have helped champion new talent and innovation, will be held on Tuesday, June 6th at the Westin Hotel in Nashville, Tenn.  

Recognizing a number of industry leaders who are distinguished in the discovery and innovative strategy of driving forward the direction of today’s music landscape, the ceremony will consist of acceptance speeches from the evening’s honorees, musical performances, and a short-form talk from an industry representative considered to be a bright, forward-thinker. For a a list of IMA honorees, please visit here. 

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact John Alexander at john@alexandermgmt.com or 615-480-8121. Additional event information including how to purchase tickets will be released in the coming days, and available through www.innovationinmusic.net. 

About Jay DeMarcus: Jay DeMarcus is the bassist, pianist, harmony vocalist, songwriter and producer of superstar country music trio Rascal Flatts. DeMarcus also has a thriving career as a producer, working with such acts as, the legendary band Chicago, Ronnie Dunn, Kix Brooks, Shenandoah, Reba and more.  He's also taken to the producer’s chair for Rascal Flatts’ latest work, including BACK TO US, REWIND and THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL.” DeMarcus also enjoys acting, appearing in several TV shows, including: 'Yes, Dear', 'CSI', 'Drop Dead Diva', and 'Nashville'.  He's also been in several movies, 'A Country Christmas', 'Hannah Montana: The Movie', 'Butterfly Caught' and many others.  

A force to be reckoned with in any genre, Rascal Flatts are currently gearing up for the release of their tenth studio album, BACK TO US (Available ‪May 19/Big Machine Records) which comes hot on the heels of the success of their 16th No. 1 hit “I Like The Sound Of That.”Taken from their upcoming album BACK TO US, the trio’s current single “Yours If You Want It” continues to race up the charts, heralded by USA Today as a “sure-fire smash”. As the best-selling country vocal group of the past decade, ‪Rascal Flatts has sold over 23.4 million albums, over 33.7 million digital downloads worldwide, as well as earning over 40 trophies from the ACA, ACM, AMA, CMA, People's Choice and more, also making them the most awarded country group of the past decade. To pre-order BACK TO US and more, visit rascalflatts.com.