Getting my first video out in time to link it with my first mention in Country Weekly Magazine was something I will always remember. I want to thank all of you for the support you’ve shown by checking out the video and going over and downloading Sing This City Home.
In the next few days, I’ll be sharing some bonus footage from the shooting. I had never driven before that day. While the footage is hilarious, I think the producer, Marcel, who was manning the camera, would say it more- life threatening. You can watch me jump ditches backwards and almost run through the front door of The Keg because I didn’t realize I had to put the truck in park. I love my little truck that David Atnip has worked so hard to get running for me. If you notice, my good friend Chris even etched my logo in the rear window. My stylist, Scott McMahon, flew down from New York to be treated to a day of riding in the truck bed in 20 degree weather while I cleaned out half the ditches in Weakley County.
I can’t possibly thank everyone without leaving somebody out but, as always, The Keg was an awesome venue. Walon, Donny Wayne, Faraway, and Tim were great as my band, we sure missed Trent. Colt McGraw made a special effort to get here a day early while on military leave. Kevin Brinsfield helped Marcel all day. Mama Stella cooked and manned the phones. Mrs. Teresa showed up early to help. David Atnip and his son got my truck from location to location. And Mom, did all the worrying and running around setting up equipment. Thank you all!
It’s really hard for an unsigned artist to get noticed today but I’ve had some great help in that area. I want to send a special thanks out to Nashville Hype, Country Weekly, The Country Start Page, Carrie News, Got Country, Nashville Gab, Country Music Pride, Urban Country Blog, Country Tattle Tale, MOG, Farce The Music, That Nashville Sound, Nashville Country Club, The Dresden Enterprise, McKenzie Banner, Weakley County Press, and The Fulton Leader for all the coverage you have put out there.
To coincide with Stormy’s first appearance in Country Weekly, she’s proud to release the official video for “Sing This City Home”. Filmed in her hometown of Dresden, TN and neighboring Fulton, KY, the video features numerous friends and family members. Stormy says, “It was fun getting the crowd to come down to The Keg for this video shoot. This area has offered me so much support over the years and, like all small towns, all we did was tell a few people we’d be shooting and my supporters showed up in droves!”.
Directed by Marcel, the video takes you on a journey of small town America; where people work the land, cruise the town square, pack the local tavern, gather around to play music, and returning Soldiers are welcomed with open arms. ”I really wanted this to be a realistic take on what happens every day in a small town like this. You know, when Cole McCraw (the soldier) walked in the door, that reaction was authentic. He told me afterwards he wished everyone felt the way about returning soldiers that we did. He was so touched, and we were all about in tears.”
Until Jan. 11th you can get your free copy of “Sing This City Home” by visiting Country Weekly.
Stormy Montana makes her Country Weekly Magazine debut in the January 4, 2010 issue, on stands December 28th.
Her song “Sing This City Home” will be available as a free download on the Country Weekly website beginning Dec. 28th and lasting until January 11th. Written by hit songwriter James Slater, “Sing This City Home” is one of 15 songs on Stormy’s critically acclaimed and top selling “Someone Like Me” CD. Produced by Dave Brainard, the songs on “Someone Like Me” have struck a chord with fans all over the world and impressed many music insiders coast to coast.
Stormy says, “This is the first time I’ve been covered in a major National magazine and for it to be Country Weekly, a magazine I’ve literally read for years, is a real honor. I hope this is the beginning of a great relationship with Country Weekly and the staff there; and I’m certainly looking forward to working with them in the future. I can’t thank my fans enough for being so good to me and I hope everyone will go over to Country Weekly and get their free download!”
Next up for Stormy will be the video release for “Sing This City Home” which was recently shot and directed by Marcel.
