Steve Wariner at the Midnight Jamboree from SelecTone Records on Vimeo.

Steve Wariner gives Blake Shelton his guitar. from SelecTone Records on Vimeo.

Silent Strings Track 11 from Steve Wariner c.g.p. My Tribute to Chet Atkins from SelecTone Records on Vimeo.

Chet's Guitar Track 10 from SelecTone Records on Vimeo.

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Be sure to catch Steve on Crook and Chase, Thursday, June 27, 2009 at 8:00 eastern (7:00 central). the show will air on the RFD Channel so be sure and check your local listings to see if you get this channel.

In 2009, the Crook & Chase show will originate from exciting venues all over Music City as viewers are enticed to visit Nashville and experience all the city has to offer. The 2009 season begins with Lorianne and Charlie backstage at the Grand Ole Opry House featuring the new live performance series, Opry Country Classics. Crook & Chase airs Thursday evenings 8pm Eastern, Friday mornings 11am Eastern, and Saturday evenings 7pm Eastern.

STEVE WARINER ART GUITAR UP FOR AUCTION

NASHVILLE, TENN. A first-ever Guitars of the Stars Benefit Auction to benefit the Opry Trust Fund was Friday, June 12, at the Ryman Auditorium and gave fans in town for CMA Music Fest the unique opportunity to bid on Epiphone acoustic guitars decorated by some of country music's hottest stars as well as visual artists who are country music fans, themselves.

CMA and GRAMMY award-winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist Steve Wariner kicked off the event with a number from his upcoming project, STEVE WARINER, C.G.P., MY TRIBUTE TO CHET ATKINS, followed by the auction fun. The Opry star served as Celebrity Auctioneer, and GAC-TV and 650 WSM radio personality Bill Cody was on hand as emcee. The benefit will continue even after the live auction ends Friday, as a guitar designed by Wariner plus guitars designed by local visual artists will go up for bids at opry.com.

All proceeds from both the live auction and online auction benefit the Opry Trust Fund, which has for more than 40 years assisted members of the country music community in need of help with medical bills, living expenses, utilities, rent, and food.

Steve performing at CMA Fest.

Steve with Bill Cody auctioning the guitars.

NASHVILLE, TENN. (May 20, 2009)--Grammy®-winning recording artist Steve Wariner will perform a benefit concert for the Chet Atkins Music Education Fund on Tuesday, July 7, at 7:00 p.m. at the Loveless Barn (8400 Highway 100). The concert will feature songs from Wariner's forthcoming CD, Steve Wariner, c.g.p., My Tribute to Chet Atkins, as well as some of his greatest hits.

Tickets for the concert go on sale this Friday, May 22, at 10:00 a.m. at www.nowplayingnashville.com. All seats are general admission. Tickets are $35 for the show only, and $100 for the show and a pre-concert VIP reception. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., when a silent auction will begin. All proceeds from the concert and auction will benefit the Chet Atkins Music Education Fund, which Atkins established in 1997 to ensure that there are always funds available to encourage promising students as they pursue musical training. The fund supports programs that provide the earliest education for young people in Middle Tennessee and added enrichment for those wishing to pursue music as a career to support youth music education in the Nashville area.

"I'm happy to do this concert to benefit the Chet Atkins Music Education Fund," says Wariner. "The education fund was so important to Chet. He believed, and so do I, that children should be introduced to music at a young age, and that learning to play music has tremendous educational and developmental benefits."

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Steve Wariner c.g.p benefit July 7th. from SelecTone Records on Vimeo.

On July 7th Steve is planning an intimate evening of music from his Steve Wariner c.g.p -My Tribute to Chet Atkins album (as well as the hits) at the Loveless Barn in Nashville, TN. It will be a fundraiser in which all of the proceeds will go to the Chet Atkins Music Education Fund. Tickets sales will be announced shortly. If you have not signed up for the fan club (it's free) please do so. We will be sending out more details via e-mail as soon as they are available. Hope you can come out to see the show and support Chet's dream!

We have been revamping the Fan Club e-mail list to make it easier and more user friendly. Due to the nature of all the new web based design, we will be doing away with user names and passwords to make it easier for you. Since we are making some major changes we would love it if you could resign up with your e-mail information. Since Steve will be touring you will be able to receive emails and updates by area when he will be visiting your State. There will also be more frequent communication from us so we can keep you fully informed on TV apperances, shows and all the happenings! For those of you who are joining us for the first time, welcome and the Steve Wariner Fan Club is always free!

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Starting this April Steve will have his own Facebook and MySpace page to help spread the word on his album, Steve Wariner c. g. p., My Tribute to Chet Atkins, release and tour dates. Become a friend of Steve Wariner on the social networks here and post reviews of concerts, his album and more. Steve will be posting videos from time to time and will keep you up to date on his latest album and concerts. Join the fun and be the first to know the latest news about Steve and his journey down "Life's Highway"!

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06/27/2009- Grand Ole Opry , Opry House, Nashville, TN

07/03/2009- Fourth of July Fireworks, Louisville, KY

07/07/2009- Loveless Barn, Nashville, TN

08/07/2009- Private Event, Vilsek, Germany

08/09/2009- Floralia, Festival,Holland

08/15/2009- Cowboy Homecoming, Pleasanton, TX

08/22/2009- Franklin County Fairgrounds, Winchester, TN

On May 1, Steve performed at Ft. Campbell Army Post for the Wounded Warrior Project's "Dine with a Hero" Dinner. The event, hosted by the Enlisted Wives' Club was attended by approximately 200 wounded heroes and their family. Prior to his performance, Steve was pinned as an "Honorary Airborne" by Brigadier General Stephen Townsend, Deputy Commanding General (Rear).

Steve pictured with Joe Cook and his two brothers (all 3 Iraqi vets) and their father (a former Marine Drill Instructor). Joe became famous with his online video seen by over 14 million people.

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Joe Cook Video

Steve rehearsing for show.

On April,18 2009 Steve hosted Rascal Flatts at the Opry!

Also at the Opry for a visit were Carrie Underwood and Danielle Peck

Steve with Rascal Flatts

Steve with Carrie Underwood

Steve with Danielle Peck

Congratulations Steve on your Grammy win with Brad Paisley for your work on
"Cluster Pluck". The song features Brad Paisley, James Burton, Vince Gill, John Jorgenson, Albert Lee, Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert & Steve Wariner [Arista Nashville].

"I am elated to receive my third Grammy award. My sincere thanks to Brad Paisley for letting me be part of such a cool project. I am honored to win one with all my Tele brothers! Heck, I am just thrilled to be mentioned along with them all! Thanks again Brad."

Steve new album "Steve Wariner c.g.p.-My Tribute To Chet Atkins" is set for release on June 23rd. Please watch this site for more details.

Imagine if you forced Jeff Lynne of ELO and Jason Lytle of Grandaddy to make a lush, string-laden, 70's pop album together,... at gunpoint. It may be an uneasy partnership at first, but once they start digging
into the music something magical happens. It becomes fun. It gets funky. They laugh a lot. The music grows full of life. That is exactly the kind of enthusiastic sound Kindercastle has conjured up on their new release "In a Tizzy," simultaneously daring and retro. Ross Wariner and Cody Uhler are the writers and creators of Kindercastle. Reviewed by Chris at CDBABY.

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KINDERCASTLE CD

Sarah Skate- 08/11/2008 Music Row Magazine

The reigning CMA Male Vocalist of the Year wrote or co-wrote 11 of the project's songs and recruited guitar titans B.B. King, Keith Urban, Steve Wariner, and the late Buck Owens for appearances. King joins in on "Let the Good Times Roll," while Urban helps with the playful "Start a Band." "More Than Just This Song," written by Paisley and Wariner, is a tribute to the guitar heroes who gave them their start on the six-string. Paisley also completed Owens' self-penned and previously unfinished track "Come on In" for the project. "Little" Jimmy Dickens is in the comic "Pre-Cluster Cluster Pluck Prequel (Prelude)," which sets the stage for the all-star guitar jam, "Cluster Pluck," featuring guests James Burton, Vince Gill, John Jorgensen, Albert Lee, Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, and Steve Wariner. Among other selections are the Les Paul salute "Les Is More," tributes to his wife, "Kim," and son, "Huckleberry Jam," and an acoustic performance of the gospel classic "What a Friend We Have in Jesus."

Since his 1999 debut album, Paisley has tallied sales of more than ten million albums, and scored eleven No. 1 singles.

Steve and band played to an almost sold out crowd in San Antonio in October. For those of you lucky enough to go send us a review of the show so we can share with everyone else.

Steve with son Ryan jamming.

New feature! - "Working with Chet Atkins"

Misterguitar.com, the official website of Chet Atkins has added a new feature, a series of interviews with artists and producers who worked intimately with Chet. You'll find the first story, an interview with Grammy award winner Steve Wariner here:

http://www.misterguitar.com/news/stevewariner2a.html

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Most fathers are thrilled when their kids come to their workplace for a glimpse of ol'dad's world. In my case, it was definitely the other way around.

We had seen our son Ryan, playing guitar with award winning singer/songwriter Jewel on about every major T.V. show known to man, but had yet seen them live. He'd been with her for a few months now so this called for a road trip to the Queen city, Cincinnati, Ohio!

This trip was gonna be a win/win for me because Jewel was opening for none other than Brad Paisley at River Bend Music Theatre. Now, I've known Brad and his wonderful mom and dad for many years (we won't go in to how many) and just think the world of them. Brad's tour manager is my dear friend, Brent Long, who did the same for me back in the day. Those high gas prices scared me but not enough to keep me away from Cincy.

It was just fantastic watching Ryan go about his daily routine. Everyone on the tour could not have been nicer. Caryn and I grabbed empty seats out front for sound check. Even Ryan's check sounded great! As the hot sun beat down, I found myself heading to the bus; wait; I don't have a bus here! Oh well….

Soon people were filing in, filling up the seats. We strategically perched ourselves at the guitar tech's station (thanks Chad and Eric!) Perfect view. Right near Ryan. Jewel was marvelous, the band was hot and Ryan's tone and playing were awesome!

I had not seen Brad play in quite some time. Ryan joined us at our "perch" as we all enjoyed the show. It was fantastic! Later we visited Jewel (she's lovely), told a little "dirt" on Ryan, visited, thanked Brad and Brent and watched them head off to New York. Yep, our little boy has grown up! (When he gets home I'm stealing some licks from him)! Am I a proud Pop or what?

Steve with Brad and Ryan.

Ryan on stage with Jewel.

Garth Brooks surprised Steve today by inducting him into the Music City Walk of Fame. Unbeknownst to Steve, Garth flew into Nashville and surprised his good friend at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, just minutes before the induction ceremony which took place in Hall of Fame Park. Speaking of his friend, Garth said, "Steve Wariner is going to go down in the history books of not just country music, but all music," and also commented on Steve's humility and how he'd be the last person to talk about his accomplishments. He then presented Steve with his official Music City Walk of Fame plaque and helped unveil Steve's star on the Walk of Fame. Other luminaries inducted today include Kirk Whalum, inducted by prdoucer Steve Buckingham; Steven Curtis Chapman, inducted by Dallas Holm; Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, inducted by producer/musician Randy Scruggs; the late Merle Kilgore, inducted by booking agent Greg Oswald; and Hank Williams, Sr., inducted by industry executive Tim DuBois. Watch this space for the full story and more photos!

Created in the fall of 2006, the Music City Walk of Fame, on Nashville's Music Mile, is a landmark tribute to those from all genres of music who have made significant contributions to preserving the musical heritage of Nashville and have contributed to the world through song or other industry collaboration. With the induction of this new class of honorees, there will be 24 total stars along the Walk of Fame. A new brochure promoting the Walk of Fame is now available in Visitors Centers, hotels and venues across the city.

Permanent sidewalk medallions made of stainless steel and terrazzo, with each honoree's name displayed in a star-and-guitar design, will be installed in the sidewalk along the Music Mile. The plaques for this class of inductees will be inlaid in Hall of Fame Park on Demonbreun, between 4th and 5th Avenues South.

Nominations were open to the public and accepted in the categories of Artist, Musician, Songwriter, and Producer/Music Industry Executive. Application forms were reviewed by the Music City Walk of Fame anonymous selection committee.

Steve will be appearing on the June 18th and June 27th. Grand Ole Opry. The Grand Ole Opry is now being broadcast from the Opry House. If you were planning a trip to Nashville during that time be sure and come see the show! Always check before traveling to Nashville to make sure Steve is still scheduled.

On May 24, 2006 Juvenile Diabetes Research Los Angeles Chapter honored Garth Brooks with their distinguished Angel Award. Much to Steve's surprise Garth had arranged for Steve to receive an Angel Award as well. As usual, Garth wanted to surprise Steve so it was hush hush from the start.

Garth had arranged with Steve's wife, Caryn, to get Steve to the event with him and Trisha. Steve went under the presumption that he was presenting the award to Garth and also playing with him that night at the event. After the dinner portion of the event, Garth was called up by recently retired Dodger, Todd Zeile, to accept his award. Much to Steve's surprise after Garth made his speech he called up Steve's stepdaughter, Holly, to give Steve his Angel Award. Unaware of Holly's presence at the dinner, since she had been hiding at a back table with her husband, Kevin Bonds. The look on Steve's face was priceless as Holly walked out on the stage to give a speech about Steve. He was then called up to accept his award along with Garth. He was so shocked!

After the award presentation, Garth and Steve played Longneck Bottle together on two guitars donated for the auction by each of them. The winning bidder got the guitars that Steve and Garth played on the event signed. After the beginning bids began Garth took over getting the bidding higher by announcing he and Steve would match the bids given for the guitars dollar for dollar. Two people got into a bidding war for the guitars and they eventually got over $150,000 for them. Two winning bidders each got their own personal set of signed guitars plus Garth to sing two more Garth songs. Steve played one and so did Garth. Then they called Trisha up to sing Walk Away Joe for the crowd. In the audience were many well-known actors and sports figures that came out to help raise money.

The Angel Award was created by the children and parents of JDRF to show their sincere gratitude for the courage put forth by significant individuals who are helping to find a cure for diabetes and other related diseases.

Each year the children of JDRF gather to create their own individual artistic representation of love and appreciation. Each child is asked simply to draw their interpretation of a heart. The result, as each heart is framed together to be presented to the honoree's Garth Brooks and Steve Wariner, is a masterpiece!

(L-R Steve, Todd Zeile and Garth)

Steve, Holly Bonds, Garth and Trisha after the event..

Trisha performs with Steve and Garth.

Steve and Garth performing Longneck Bottle.

Steve makes a speech as Holly and Garth look on.

6/09 Carrie Underwood, Trace Adkins, Charlie Daniels, Little Big Town, Lorrie Morgan, Ricky Skaggs

6/12 Charley Pride, Del McCoury, Pam Tillis, Diamond Rio, Collin Raye, Emerson Drive, Bobby Osborne & The Rocky Top X-Press, Jean Shepard, Riders In The Sky

6/13 Matinee - Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers, Pam Tillis

6/13 Charley Pride, Mel Tillis, Pam Tillis, Tracy Byrd, Connie smith, Mike Snider, Jimmy Dickens

6/16 - Jim Ed Brown, Mel McDaniel

6/18 - The Songs of Chet Atkins: Host: Larry Gatlin Spotlight Artist: Steve Wariner, also appearing Suzy Bogguss

6/19 Alison Krauss, Marty Stuart, Tracy Byrd, Jeannie Seely, Connie Smith

6/20 Alison Krauss, The Whites, Rhkonda Vincent, Point of Grace, Hal Ketchum, Sammy Johns, Jesse McReynolds

6/23 Opry Induction of Montgomery Gentry plus Darryl Worley, Del McCoury, Marty Stuart, Jimmy Dickens

6/26 John Anderson, Jimmy Dickens, Connie Smith, Mike Snider

6/27 Steve Wariner, Hal Ketchum, Jim Ed Brown, Jimmy C. Newman, Mike snider

6/30 Jimmy Dickens

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