Carrie is a nominee for “The 44th Annual CMA Awards” airing Wednesday, Nov. 10, LIVE from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. You can be there live in person for the BIG SHOW, and we’ve got your special pre-sale access!
Tickets go on sale to the public Saturday 9/18, but you can buy early in a special PRE-SALE 9/15-9/17.
Visit Ticketmaster.com and use code FANS10
Pre-sale expires Friday, 9/17 at 10 PM/CT.
Head over to iTunes and pick up Carrie’s new album PLAY ON and her first album, CARNIVAL RIDE for the very low price of $7.99!
GRAMMY-winning Superstar Signs First Beauty Contract, Inspires a New Generation of Women
Nashville, September 8, 2010 – Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Carrie Underwood is the new ambassador for Olay. The 27-year old, GRAMMY award-winning artist amplifies a positive message for a new generation of women to challenge their own skin’s possibilities with the latest advances in skin care from Olay as part of the brand’s “Challenge What’s Possible” campaign. In her new role with Olay, Carrie will also represent a line of skin care products for the brand. The campaign is scheduled to debut later this year.
“We are thrilled that someone as inspirational as Carrie has joined Olay, said Joe Arcuri, Vice President for North America, Procter & Gamble Beauty. “Carrie epitomizes Olay’s mission to challenge possibilities and encouraging a new generation of women to learn about skin care and make a noticeable impact on their skin’s appearance.”
“With her genuine beauty and girl-next-door likeability, Carrie is a natural fit and wonderful addition to the Olay family,” said Chris Heiert, Marketing Director, Olay.” Through all her success, Carrie remains a grounded and connects with women everywhere using her powerful voice. She personifies the iconic image of the brand while representing the faces of the future.”
“I am so excited to be associated with a beauty brand that has been trusted by women for more than 50 years,” Carrie said. “As a little girl, I remember my mom always using the original Oil of Olay Beauty Fluid and encouraging my sisters and I to take care of our skin. I love that Olay has managed to change with the times, yet stay in touch with women of all ages who want affordable skin care products that do what they promise. My music career has been a dream come true and proven to me that the seemingly impossible can be achieved. Olay’s inspiring campaign echoes my beliefs.”
With millions of fans worldwide, Underwood has achieved remarkable success since winning the fourth season of American Idol and releasing three critically-acclaimed albums since 2005. To date, she has sold more than 12 million albums and recently placed her 13th song at #1 on the charts. She is a five-time GRAMMY award winner, three-time Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music Female Vocalist winner, and the reigning two-time AMC Entertainer of the Year where she became the first female artist to win the prestigious award two years in a row. In 2008, she also became a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
Olay is also a proud sponsor of Carrie’s “Play On Tour” this fall with shows in cities throughout the U.S. and Canada from September to December 2010. The tour promotes her third chart-topping album of the same name. For up-to-date tour information, log on to www.carrieunderwood.fm.
Carrie Underwood joins a celebrated list of well-known Olay brand ambassadors around the world, including renowned actress Maggie Cheung in Greater China, revered singer and actress Lucero in Latin America, and acclaimed actress Thandie Newton in the United Kingdom.
Visit www.facebook.com/olay to view the internet broadcast of Carrie’s Olay press announcement or Olay to explore the brand’s extensive skin care products for women of all ages.
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To honor Loretta Lynn’s 50th career anniversary, a diverse group of artists has contributed tracks for the November 9 album release of Coal Miner’s Daughter: A Tribute to Loretta Lynn. The artists personally chosen by Lynn include (in alphabetical order) Sheryl Crow, Steve Earle, Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Allison Moorer, Paramore, Reba, Carrie Underwood, The White Stripes, Lucinda Williams, Gretchen Wilson, and Lee Ann Womack. “I am so happy that these singers wanted to do this record,” says Loretta.
“I love ‘em all, and it was so great to hear all the different ways they did my hits,” she said, referring to how each artist recorded with their own choice of producer and musicians. “I hope people like it as much as I do and we sell a bunch of records!!”
See Carrie Underwood and many more at CMA Music Festival Country’s Night to Rock, Wed Sept 1 8/7C on ABC! Click HERE for more info!
Co-host Carrie received two nominations including Female Vocalist and Album of the Year for Play On, which was produced by Mark Bright and Max Martin.
Carrie and Brad Paisley reunite to host “Country Music’s Biggest Night(TM)” for a third time in 2010. “The 44th Annual CMA Awards” airs live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Wednesday, Nov. 10 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on the ABC Television Network.
“Carrie and Brad have done a tremendous job hosting and we are very happy to have them back again this year,” said Steve Moore, CMA Chief Executive Officer. “They have developed a natural rhythm and have a great rapport with the audience – both in the house and our fans watching at home. They each have a great sense of humor and timing, which are two essential ingredients for hosting a live awards broadcast.”
“The CMAs are different from any other awards night,” said Brad. “You’re looking at a roomful of people who love each other. And any new viewer will be pleasantly surprised at what they relate to on the Awards and what they like that they had no idea they would like. For that reason alone, this is the most important night of the year for Country Music.”
“It’s all about Country Music,” said Underwood. “We all live here. This is our community. The CMA Awards are in Nashville, the home of Country Music. It’s great to come here and celebrate that every year.”
Underwood has received five CMA Awards in her career, including three consecutive wins as Female Vocalist (2006-2008), as well as Single of the Year (2007 for “Before He Cheats”) and the Horizon Award (2006). Underwood, who has also won five Grammy Awards, adds hosting the CMA Awards to a whirlwind year which includes headlining over 100 concerts throughout the U.S. and Canada on her critically acclaimed “Play On Tour.”
Carrie Underwood has amassed more than 12 million in U.S. album sales since her debut CD in 2005. She’s consistently broken new ground by becoming the first American Idol winner to ever achieve 13 No. 1 hits and the first Country Music artist ever to achieve 10 No. 1 singles just on the strength of their first two albums. Her latest single, “Undo It,” is the third consecutive chart-topping smash from her Platinum-certified Play On album. The song is one of seven tracks co-written by Underwood for Play On, and it becomes the sixth No. 1 of her career that she has co-written.
“The 44th Annual CMA Awards” is a production of the Country Music Association. Robert Deaton is the Executive Producer. Paul Miller is the Director. David Wild is the writer. The special will be shot in high definition and broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format, with 5.1 channel surround sound.
Premiere Radio Networks is the official radio packager of the CMA Awards. American Airlines is the official airline of the 2010 CMA Awards. Chevrolet, Proud Sponsor of the CMA Awards and Official Ride of Country Music.
When singer/songwriter Carrie Underwood flew to Los Angeles six years ago after making it to the second round of American Idol, Fox TV network’s talent competition, it was her first trip on an airplane. Fast-forward to 2010, and the shy girl who grew up on a farm in Checotah, Okla., has blossomed into one of music’s most glamorous women. Along the way, she has racked up 10 No. 1 singles, collected five Grammys, and become the youngest member of country music’s Grand Ole Opry. Click HERE for the full article.
Opry.com has launched a new interactive game and not only is it fun, but it’s also for a good cause! The Country Music Video Challenge features video clips of Opry performances – including Carrie Underwood – followed by questions about those clips and the artists featured in them. Plus, Opry Presenting Sponsor Humana® has pledged to pay $1 for each of the first 25,000 fans who play the game to the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee’s flood relief efforts.
In addition to showing off your country music trivia mettle and assisting with continuing flood relief efforts, by playing the game you will also be entered to win one-of-a-kind Challenge prizes, including an autographed Gibson guitar, $500 cash, and a trip to Nashville including VIP tickets to the Opry! Just for being a fan, you can receive extra entries to the sweeps. All you have to do is log in , click to earn extra entries, and enter the secret word to receive 5 BONUS ENTRIES! Your Secret Word is: Carrie
Go to oprychallenge.com to check the game out for yourself. Be warned … it can be addictive!
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