Nashville, TN...(July 24, 2012)...BUCKY COVINGTON and SHOOTER JENNINGS have teamed up with MAXIM.COM for the world-premiere of their music video, “Drinking Side Of Country.” The neo-outlaw action clip, which depicts Bucky and Shooter stirring up trouble in a tiny town, can now be viewed exclusively at MAXIM.com, direct link HERE.

Directed by Blake Judd, the raucous music video was shot in Greensburg, KY earlier this month in the midst of a record-setting heat wave in the region. Friends Kellie Pickler, X Games medalist Kenny Bartram and TNA Impact Knockout wrestler Mickie James make cameo appearances as they help Bucky and Shooter evade the law and celebrate over a cold beer.

“Drinking Side Of Country,” written by Bucky and twin brother Rocky along with Ducky Medlock, can be found on Covington’s highly anticipated sophomore album Good Guys, set to release September 11, 2012. The music video can be viewed at TV and online outlets in the coming days.

About Bucky Covington: Bucky Covington’s self-titled debut CD opened at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart with the biggest first week sales for any debut country artist that year. He went on to become the best selling debut artist that year and delivered three consecutive Top 10 hit singles to country radio. In addition to competing on the fifth season of American Idol, Bucky’s national television appearances have includedGood Morning America, Live with Regis and Kelly!, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show andFox & Friends. His new single “Drinking Side Of Country” has just been released to country radio and will be included on his highly anticipated sophomore CD Good Guys, expected September 11, 2012. To learn more about Bucky Covington, connect at www.buckycovington.com or follow him on Twitter @buckycovington.

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Nashville, TN…(July 16, 2012)…Country music star Bucky Covington recently got the chance to take a seat in the producer's chair when he went into the studio with Shooter Jennings to record the duet “Drinking Side Of Country." The new single, available on Bucky's upcoming sophomore album GOOD GUYS, due out September 11th, is an up-tempo party song written by Bucky with his twin brother Rocky Covington and lifelong friend Donald Medlock. The song delivers today to country radio via PlayMPE for immediate airplay. 

“Getting to produce your own music rocks, but being able to say you produced Shooter Jennings just takes it to a whole other level.“ Covington remarked, “I am very proud of this song and can’t wait to share it with my fans!”

Bucky first recorded the song shortly after writing it in 2010 but thought it needed something extra… his friend and fellow musician Shooter Jennings. Covington and Jennings just shot the rowdy video for "Drinking Side Of Country" earlier this month in the tiny town of Greensburg, KY and the clip will be released in the coming weeks. The video is jam-packed with action including police chases, parties, and celebrity appearances by his friends Kellie Pickler, TNA Wrestler Mickie James, and Motocross Freestyler and X Games medalist Cowboy Kenny Bartram.

About Bucky Covington: Bucky Covington’s self-titled debut CD opened at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart with the biggest first week sales for any debut country artist that year. He went on to become the best selling debut artist that year and delivered three consecutive Top 10 hit singles to country radio. His new album GOOD GUYS, featuring the duet “Drinking Side Of Country” with Shooter Jennings, is due September 11. In addition to competing on the fifth season of American Idol, Bucky’s national television appearances have included Good Morning America, Live with Regis and Kelly!, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show and Fox & Friends. To learn more about Bucky Covington, connect at www.buckycovington.com or follow him on twitter @buckycovington.

Snowden Grove Ampitheater - Autograph Line - 7/5/2012

Snowden Grove Ampitheater - Meet & Greet - 7/5/2012

Snowden Grove Ampitheater - 7/5/2012

Celebrity Go-Go is the first Nashville event that lets country music fans compete and hang out with their favorite recording artists LIKE ME, all while benefiting non-profit organization Hear the Music Live.

DATE: June 5, 2012

LOCATION: Grand Old Golf & Games
2444 Music Valley Drive
Nashville, TN 37214

Find out more and sign up to attend at: http://celebritygogo.com/

Taste Of Country: “Covington has always had the one quality that aspiring musicians hope for: an unmistakable voice."

Got Country?:“Covington delivers a catchy, fun tune. Bucky’s voice is likable and the song recalls the easy-going feel of 90’s country.”

HULIQ:“Covington doesn’t have much to worry about with regard to getting airplay”

Country Music Life:“Bucky’s voice is right there once again. [His] sound is unique from anyone else out on the radio… It’s a great song that belongs on the charts.”

Music Row:“Hearty and engaging, this comeback single has plenty of melodic oomph and production excitement. With pile-driving punch a-plenty, it’s exceedingly radio friendly. A real contender.”

Lovin’ Lyrics:“[‘I Wanna Be That Feeling’] has a great upbeat tempo and really showcases his gritty, country vocals. This one’s gonna be the one that puts the name Bucky Covington back on the charts and back on the lips of those talking about good new music”

Dixie Streams:Covington proves he has gained power as a singer over the years. ‘I Wanna Be That Feeling’ is a fun single and marks the start of a Yine return to the country music scene”

Country Music Tattle Tale:“[‘I Wanna Be That Feeling’] will do well for him. It’s got that signature Bucky sound, but also reYlects his growth as an artist”

BUCKY COVINGTON/I Wanna Be That Feeling Writer: Jimmy Yeary/Ben Hayslip; Producer: none listed; Publisher: Black to Black/Get a Load of This/Warner Chappell, BMI/ASCAP; Entertainment One (www.buckycovington.com)

—Hearty and engaging, this comeback single has plenty of melodic oomph and production excitement. With pile-driving punch a-plenty, it’s exceedingly radio friendly. A real contender.

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BUCKY COVINGTON JOINS FORCES WITH ‘HELP THE GOOD GUYS’

Duo Raise Awareness And Funds For Injured Fire Fighters and Police Officers

Nashville, TN…(February 16, 2012)…Former American Idol finalist Bucky Covington has joined forces with charitable organization Help The Good Guys to honor and support our country’s injured fire fighters, police officers and their families. Together the two work to raise awareness and funds for the more than 130,000 fire fighters and law enforcement officers who experience a financial crisis due to work related injuries each year.

"’Help The Good Guys’ perform an amazing service for our police officers and fire fighters across the country and I’m honored to join them in their efforts,” shares Bucky. “It’s rewarding for me to recognize these hard-working men and women and help bring some financial relief to these families in their time of need."

In addition to raising awareness for the cause, Bucky recently lent his talents to fundraising events in Birmingham, AL and Detroit, MI to support injured heroes in their local community. Coming up on April 21, Bucky will host a motorcycle ride and concert in Chattanooga, TN to benefit injured fire fighters and police officers in the city.

Bucky Covington signed a record deal with Entertainment One Music Group/Nashville in 2011 and will be releasing a new album this year, his first new music in five years.

or follow him on twitter @buckycovington.

ABOUT HELP THE GOOD GUYS: Approximately 130,000 firefighters and police officers suffer duty related injuries or illness every year.  Many are permanently injured with life altering disabilities and are unable to return to work.  Help The Good Guys serves to honor and support our country’s injured Fire Fighters and Police Officers who are experiencing financial crisis due to work related injuries. Founded by medically retired Metro Nashville police officer Mickey Milam, the organization seeks to ease the emotional and financial burden for our wounded community heroes. To learn more, visit www.HelpTheGoodGuys.com.

 

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FORMER “AMERICAN IDOL” FINALIST BUCKY COVINGTON INKS RECORD DEAL
WITH ENTERTAINMENT ONE NASHVILLE

New music to release to Country Radio later this year

Nashville, TN…(October 3, 2011)…Former American Idol finalist Bucky Covington has inked a record deal with Entertainment One Music Group, with plans for new music as early as winter 2011. While Entertainment One Music Group represents artists across a diverse range of genres, Bucky is joining the label as their premier Country talent.

“From the first time I met Bucky a couple of years ago I’ve been very impressed with not only his great music but also his engaging personality and love of performing for country music fans,” shares Entertainment One Nashville Vice-President Van Fletcher. "We are really enjoying working with Bucky Covington and his management team on his sophomore release in 2012 for Entertainment One Nashville. “

"We are very excited to welcome Bucky Covington to our Entertainment One Film, TV, and Music family,” adds Entertainment One Nashville President Mike Olsen. “We are already having great success this year at eOne and adding Bucky to our roster is a wonderful indicator for 2012 and beyond."

Bucky first burst onto the scene in 2006 following an impressive finish on the fifth season of American Idol. His self-titled debut CD opened at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart and delivered consecutive Top 10 hit singles including “A Different World,” “It’s Good To Be Us” and “I’ll Walk.” After the 2010 closure of Disney’s Lyric Street Records, Bucky continued to record new music while performing to sold-out crowds across the country.

"After getting to know everyone at eOne, they are a perfect fit for me.  Being a part of eOne is such a great opportunity, and I truly believe it will be a winning combination. I love these guys!” declares Bucky. “I am very excited and can’t wait to get the party started and share my new music with my fans."

Bucky is busy in the studio writing and recording new music for his long-awaited sophomore album. Fans attending his shows this year can expect to hear a sampling of the new music. The first single is expected late this year with a new album releasing in 2012.

To learn more about Bucky Covington, log on to BuckyCovington.com or follow him on twitter @buckycovington.

Entertainment One Ltd. (LSE:ETO) is a leading international entertainment company that specializes in the acquisition, production and distribution of film and television content.  The company’s comprehensive network extends around the globe including Canada, the U.S., the UK, Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, Scandinavia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.  Through established Entertainment and Distribution divisions, the company provides extensive expertise in film distribution, television and music production, family programming and merchandising and licensing. Its current rights library is exploited across all media formats and includes more than 20,000 film and television titles, 2,500 hours of television programming and 45,000 music tracks. To learn more about Entertainment One visit EOneMusic.com.

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