Levee Hosts Season To Save Event Nov 26, 2008
Levee Hosts Singer Jo Dee Messina - KYPost ... Levee Hosts Singer Jo Dee Messina ... County music star, Jo Dee Messina, will perform free for 90 minutes Thursday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. (Getty Images). (Cincinnati Nation)
Guitar Pull: Winners rock local stage Nov 19, 2008
1999: Jo Dee Messina. 1998: Dixie Chicks. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Guitar Pull: Celebrating a Decade Nov 13, 2008
2007: The event was moved to the even larger Convocation Center and featured Dierks Bentley, Blake Shelton, Jo Dee Messina, Eric Church and Van Zant. It proved Augustans didn't mind driving 20 or more minutes to Aiken for the show. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Neighbors Not Applauding Bixby Spirit Event Center Oct 30, 2008
Jo Dee Messina announces she is expecting her first child with husband Chris Deffenbaugh. Black Eyed Peas star Fergie is on a mission to gain weight for her role in the upcoming movie-musical Nine. (FOX23.com, OK)
Tim McGraw upset about greatest hits record Oct 15, 2008
Other artists on the roster include LeAnn Rimes, Jo Dee Messina and Rodney Atkins. McGraw had a similar dispute with Curb Records in 2000 when he wanted release an album of new material, but the label instead put out his first greatest hits package in time for the holiday season. (MSNBC -- Music)
Tim McGraw upset by label's decision Oct 15, 2008
Movie Showtimes: Browse by location: (Zip Code). POSTED: Tuesday, October 14, 2008 7:45 PM CDT Ap. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
It's a weekend of rock and country Oct 10, 2008
Saturday, Jo Dee Messina and Billy Currington play ... Background: Jo Dee Messina was named top new female vocalist by the Academy of Country Music when she arrived on the scene in 1998. (Florida Times-Union)
Southeastern fests for Oct. 3-5 and beyond Oct 3, 2008
Entertainment includes Molly Hatchet and Jo Dee Messina, while other activities include a sand sculpture contest, children's activity village, arts and crafts vendors and, of course, shrimp. 251-968-6094. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Spotlight on Coni Le Sep 12, 2008
She lived in Nashville for seven years, meeting big names like Jo Dee Messina, with whom she shared a booth at a Fan Fair event. She also has met Tim McGraw, Billy Ray Cyrus, Diamond Rio, and Neal McCoy. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Concerts make beautiful music for D-Backs Aug 30, 2008
Jo Dee Messina; Aug. 13, 2006; 30,916; 8,000. SHeDAISY Sept. 9, 2006; 33,653 9,000. (AZCentral -- Business)
COLUMN: Big festival can bring thousands to small communities Aug 11, 2008
What would you think of bringing in performers like Jo Dee Messina, Trisha Yearwood, Randy Travis, Gretchen Wilson, Charley Pride, Carrie Underwood, Merle Haggard, SheDaisy, Sawyer Brown, Travis Tritt, Lonestar, Clint Black, Brad Paisley, Pam Tillis, Martina McBride, Sammy Kershaw, Sara Evans, Charlie Daniels, Kenny Chesney, Reba McEntire, Toby Keith, Bill Engvall, Tanya Tucker, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Louise Mandrell, Kentucky Headhunters, Marshall Tucker, Lee Greenwood, Diamond Rio, Nitty... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Barnes & Noble Exclusive: Gregorian Masters of Chant CD Gregorian Masters of Chant and DVD Live At Kreuzenstein Castle Jul 30, 2008
Curb Records is the home of many of today's hottest acts in Country, Pop and Christian music, including superstars Tim McGraw, LeAnn Rimes, Jo Dee Messina, Rodney Atkins, Michael English, Natalie Grant, Selah, Plumb, Clay Walker, Heidi Newfield, Wynonna, Hank Williams, Jr. and Kimberley Locke. For more information visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Writers in the Round benefit is Aug. 10 Jul 25, 2008
Darling hit No. 1 on the charts with her song Bring On The Rain, recorded by Jo Dee Messina and Tim McGraw. This song was subsequently nominated for a Grammy, an ACM and a CMA award. (Montana Standard, MT)
Chevy’s Freedom Over Texas explodes over downtown Houston Jul 5, 2008
The live concert line up includes stars Sara Evans, Jo Dee Messina, The Shirelles and Texas own Miranda Lambert. I m so excited to play this show, the little girl with the big voice from Longview, Texas e-mailed from the road. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
Houston readies for downtown celebration Jul 5, 2008
This year s entertainment lineup features Miranda Lambert, The Shirelles, Jo Dee Messina and Sara Evans. The fireworks start just after 9:30 p.m.. (KHOU.com, TX)
Elvis Festival 2008 Jun 8, 2008
Sonny Burgess and the Pacers, D.J. Fontana and the Sweet Inspirations and headliner Jo Dee Messina all performed on the main stage set up on Main Street in front of Reeds Department Store. For those who werent into moving and grooving to Elvis songs, a parade and pet parade were available in the morning and a carnival also was set up on Front Street. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
EDITORIAL:The Elvis weekend Jun 6, 2008
Country star Jo Dee Messina headlines the anchor performance at 9:45 p.m. Saturday in front of City Hall in Fairpark on Main Street the heart of downtown. Follow the lights and the people to get there. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Country Thunder Apr 20, 2008
After years of writing hits for such stars as Tim McGraw, Alan Jackson and Jo Dee Messina, singer-pianist Phil Vassar landed his own recording deal. Since 2000, he's released four CDs of new material and posted such hits as In a Real Love, Carlene and Just Another Day in Paradise. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Messina, Dixon to headline Elvis Fest Apr 17, 2008
Saturday, June 7: Tribute artists will perform before Jo Dee Messina. Braden Gray Gravel, Refuse the Fall, Jamie Davis Gravy and Hindsight will perform Saturday at the "Down on Main Street" stage. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Heather Mills Kept Half Her 'Dancing' Fees Mar 21, 2008
"Soul Man" Sam Moore put on a spectacular show for children's organization the Lili Claire Foundation with a bunch of his friends: Wynonna Judd, Travis Tritt, Lorrie Morgan and Jo Dee Messina. Not only that: In the audience were Alison Krauss, John Waite and "American Idol" star Bo Bice. (Fox News)
Theater listings Feb 29, 2008
Performance by Jo Dee Messina on June 29. The event will veature more than 25 local food vendors, a full schedule of music, kids' activities, mud volleyball and various contests. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
More of this story Feb 4, 2008
Grayson sang two country songs during her last night at Star Search 2008, including Martina McBride s My Baby Loves Me and Jo Dee Messina s Burn. The six remaining competitors include Atmore residents Ashley Dawn, Shane Harrell and Franklin Edward; Jay, Fla. (Atmore Advance, AL)
JoJo is a girl who thinks she is a winner Nov 10, 2007
JoJo, who's currently shooting a TV movie in Canada with Valerie Bertinelli, will have to beat some well-known artists to win, including Aimee Mann, Amanda Palmer, Deb Talan, Jo Dee Messina, Juliana Hatfield, Lori McKenna, Melissa Ferrick, and Paula Cole. Producing a party Word is Nick Paleologos, master of the new and improved Massachusetts Film Office, is planning a big party to celebrate the biggest year of movie production in the state's history. (Boston Globe)
CHS student singing her way to the top Sep 26, 2007
"Among the singers I admire most are Carrie Underwood, whose voice is perfect, and Jo Dee Messina," Katelyn said. "Also, as a musician, Elton John's talent is incredible.". (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
MDA announces plans for 42nd Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon Sep 1, 2007
This year s on-air talent includes Celine Dion , Paul Anka, Goo Goo Dolls, Lee Greenwood, Dave Matthews Band, Joshua Bell, Jo Dee Messina, Daddy Yankee, Cheap Trick, Rita Rudner, Neil Patrick Harris, Ray Romano, William Shatner, Donald Trump, Sean Hayes, Lance Burton, Clint Holmes, Louie Anderson, George Wallace, Julie Roberts, Maureen McGovern, George Clinton, Village People, the casts of Phantom of the Opera, Shout, The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee, The Color Purple and the Wedding... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Country stars headline Sandwich Fair Aug 31, 2007
On reatest Hits, Volume 1, Vassar reconnects with those songs that first made a name for him chart-topping hits made famous by the likes of Tim McGraw (y Next Thirty Years and or a Little While ), Jo Dee Messina (ye, Bye and 'm Alright ), Alan Jackson and others. Even ittle Red Rodeo (a hit for Collin Raye) carries a story Vassar saw a woman speed off in a car (an Isuzu Rodeo) imagined her being a woman from his past who was upset with him and gave chase in what would become his first Top 10... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
County will feature The Great Santa Fe Trail Horse Race Aug 31, 2007
Jo Dee Messina is the headliner at a free concert that will be held Sept. 15 at the Festival on the Trails in Gardner after the conclusion of the Great Santa Fe Trail Horse Race awards. The Great Santa Fe Trail Horse Race not only provides a special spotlight for the Gardner Festival of the Trails, it also gives the Kansas Lottery an opportunity to support business and tourism in the state, which benefits all Kansans. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Today in History August 25 Aug 25, 2007
Country singer Jo Dee Messina is 37. Model Claudia Schiffer is 37. (MSNBC -- Race)
Lohan may be at Sundance rehab center Aug 7, 2007
Rumored to be among the facility's former guests: Mary-Kate Olsen, "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff and country singer Jo Dee Messina. E-mail. (Deseret News)
Jamboree: Safety in a big crowd Aug 5, 2007
Festivities continue today with performances by musicians including Neal McCoy, The Grascals and Jo Dee Messina. . (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Laryngitis silences Jamboree performer Jul 24, 2007
This year s lineup includes Dierks Bentley, Trisha Yearwood and Jo Dee Messina, among a total of 13 acts. Children s entertainment is planned for both Saturday and Sunday. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Is Country Music Going to Hell or What? Jul 20, 2007
In 2002, the artists with No. 1 hits were Steve Holy, Jo Dee Messina, Tim McGraw, Brooks & Dunn, Martina McBride, Chris Cagle, Toby Keith, Alan Jackson, George Strait, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Darryl Worley, Diamond Rio, Tracy Byrd, Keith Urban and Rascal Flatts. In 1997, the No. 1-charting artists were Keith, Strait, Chesney, Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Kevin Sharp, Mark Chesnutt, Rick Trevino, Deana Carter, Reba McEntire, Trace Adkins, Clay Walker, Bryan White, Lonestar, Diamond Rio, Shania... (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Most played songs on local radio Jul 11, 2007
Jo Dee Messina Lesson in Leavin 3,076. Jessica Andrews Who I Am 3,057. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Keeping a spark onstage and off Jul 4, 2007
In addition to the Warren brothers, Hill and McGraw were early champions of Holliston native Jo Dee Messina, maverick duo Big and Rich, and, currently, Stoughton singer-songwriter Lori McKenna, who opens for the pair at the Garden. "Not only are they the best at what they do, they're good people," says McKenna, who was bowled over by the assistance she's been given by the couple's road crew. (Boston Globe)
Penthouse view Jun 25, 2007
Messina is engaged Holliston homegirl Jo Dee Messina has gotten herself engaged. The country music singer is getting married to businessman Chris Deffenbaugh. (Boston Globe)
Marlins notes: Willingham making noise Jun 25, 2007
Jo Dee Messina performed at the Super Saturday concert at Dolphin Stadium ... Super Saturdays concert: Jo Dee Messina entertained the crowd as part of the "Super Saturdays" celebrity concert series following Saturday's game at Dolphin Stadium. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Evan Almighty Sounds Off Jun 23, 2007
Artists on the album include LeAnn Rimes, Jo Dee Messina, John Fogerty, Blue County, Plumb, Bomshel, Room For Two, Hal Ketchum, The Mike Curb Congregation, Tracy Edmond, Stone Temple Pilots, Creedence Clearwater Revival and ZZ Top ... One Love - Jo Dee Messina 3 ... Sharp Dressed Man - Jo Dee Messina 14. (IGN FilmForce)
Messina in Miami Jun 22, 2007
On Saturday, country superstar Jo Dee Messina will perform after the Florida Marlins baseball game at Dolphin Stadium. So Tuesday I interviewed her by phone. (The Palm Beach Post)
Curb Records to Release Soundtrack to 'Evan Almighty' Jun 20, 2007
Artists including LeAnn Rimes, Jo Dee Messina, John Fogerty, Blue County, Plumb, Bomshel, Room For Two, Hal Ketchum, The Mike Curb Congregation, Tracy Edmond, Stone Temple Pilots, Creedence Clearwater Revival and ZZ Top round out the line-up ... Based in Nashville, Curb Records is the home of superstars Tim McGraw, LeAnn Rimes, Hank Williams, Jr., Rodney Atkins, Jo Dee Messina, Wynonna, Clay Walker, Lee Brice, Natalie Grant, Michael English, Plumb and Selah as well as many other exciting... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
HOT DISH: It Used to Be Called Fan Fair Jun 12, 2007
Trace Adkins and Jo Dee Messina will perform at a dinner for President Bush on Wednesday (June 13) at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. During the dinner, Republicans are expected to raise $7. 5 million for upcoming election campaigns. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Notes: Benitez accepts new role Jun 11, 2007
The Official Site of The Florida Marlins: News: Florida Marlins News. A crowd of 20,000 plus was entertained by a "Disco Fever" concert after Saturday night's game at Dolphin Stadium. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Notes: Ramirez gets the day off May 28, 2007
For more information on the promotion, which will feature musical acts such as Gloria Gaynor, Jo Dee Messina and Joan Jett after future Saturday home games, please visit. Up next: The Marlins open a 10-game road trip on Monday with a 2:20 p.m. ET contest against the Cubs in Chicago. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Billy Ray Cyrus Added to 2007 CMA Music Festival Nightly Concerts at LP Field May 26, 2007
Today, Billy Ray Cyrus was added to the growing list, which includes Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Rodney Atkins, Dierks Bentley, Big Brooks Billy Currington, Sara Evans, Alan Jackson, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Jo Dee Messina, Montgomery Gentry, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, LeAnn Rimes, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Josh Turner, Carrie Underwood, Gretchen Wilson, and The Wreckers. A multi-Platinum-selling artist, Cyrus currently co-stars with his daughter Miley... (PR Newswire)
A froggin’ good time May 18, 2007
Later that year she wrote songs that were recorded by Suzy Bogguss, Kathy Mattea, Jo Dee Messina and Mindy McCready. Her song Downtime, recorded by Messina, became a top five hit and Johnson was named Music Row magazine s Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year in 2000. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Get Ready to Celebrate at 'CMA Music Festival: Country's Night To Rock' on ABC May 4, 2007
Artists already scheduled to perform include Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Rodney Atkins, Dierks Bentley, Big & Rich, Brooks & Dunn, Billy Currington, Vince Gill, Alan Jackson, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Jo Dee Messina, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, LeAnn Rimes, Taylor Swift, Sugarland, Carrie Underwood, Gretchen Wilson, The Wreckers, and after an 11- year absence from the Festival Reba McEntire. Additional artists will be announced and surprise performances are a hallmark... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tickets for Individual Nightly Concerts at LP Field During 2007 CMA Music Festival on Sale April 30 Apr 26, 2007
Saturday, June 9 - Vince Gill, Martina McBride, Jo Dee Messina, and LeAnn Rimes, with more artists to be announced. Sunday, June 10 - Rodney Atkins, Big & Rich, Billy Currington, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Taylor Swift and Gretchen Wilson. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Veteran Actor/Producer will host acting classes in Columbia Apr 17, 2007
His clients have included Dierks Bentley, Jo Dee Messina, Lee Greenwood and others. His production credits include Academy of Terror, The Ghost Club, One of Them and Undercover Kids. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Naughty, nice bands set Apr 16, 2007
Vassar wrote songs for Alan Jackson, Collin Raye, Tim McGraw and Jo Dee Messina before embarking on a solo career in 2000. Vassar s hits include Carlene, Just Another Day in Paradise, and My Next Thirty Years. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Samson: Marlins are more than a game Apr 8, 2007
Samson: Starting with American Idol Favorites, which are contestants who finished in the Top 10 in previous seasons, to Joan Jett, to Kansas, to Jo Dee Messina, to Disco Night with Gloria Gaynor, we've got bands that will entertain you for an hour after each game. Then we've got fireworks, the likes which have not been seen at Dolphin Stadium before. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Big 'Bad' George: Gritty rocker will play greatest hits in local concert Mar 31, 2007
Jo Dee Messina, Friday, April 13, 8 p.m.. Jamie Foxx, Thursday, April 19, 8 p.m.. (Santa Maria Times)
Music Festival Season Nears Mar 28, 2007
Trace Adkins, Jo Dee Messina, Lorrie Morgan, Chris Young, Cowboy Crush, Reba McEntire, Randy Owen, Blake Shelton, Tanya Tucker, Heartland, PovertyNeck Hillbillies, Big & Rich, Gretchen Wilson, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Steve Holy, Sarah Buxton, Montgomery Gentry, Phil Vassar, Neal McCoy, Trick Pony. MerleFest, April 26-29, Wilkesboro, N.C. Doc Watson, Alison Krauss & Union Station with Tony Rice, Jim Lauderdale, Laurie Lewis, Blue Highway, Sam Bush, the Del McCoury Band, Cherryholmes, the... (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
'Extreme Makeover's' No. 2 mission accomplished Mar 11, 2007
The group then went out to the auditorium, where an invited audience saw a PowerPoint slide show of Ransom's life, and heard music from country singer Jo Dee Messina. "At that point in time I didn't even notice the cameras," said Rachel's mother, Diana Ball. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Linn Fair books rock, country stars Feb 8, 2007
Vassar has written chart-topping songs for Tim McGraw ( My Next 30 Years ), Jo Dee Messina ( Bye, Bye ) and Collin Raye ( Little Red Rodeo ). He s also been a judge on Nashville Star, the country version of American Idol. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
HOT DISH: Mixing Politics and Country Music Jan 30, 2007
Also in the green room were Fletcher Foster (my handsome escort) and Jo Dee Messina, Jypsi and Josh Gracin (who all performed). Folks, believe you me, there's nothing cooler than hillbillies and politicians schmoozing. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Jamboree announces top acts for festival Jan 19, 2007
The names include stars such as Jeff Foxworthy, Dierks Bentley, Neal McCoy, Jo Dee Messina, Lorrie Morgan and Aaron Tippin, among others. This year s Jamboree will take place Aug. 3-5 and include 14 concerts. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
'Extreme Makeover' swoops in, saves the day Jan 18, 2007
ABC also arranged for country singer Jo Dee Messina to perform. Longtime plans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Music mission Jan 14, 2007
"It's happened now.Sound & Speed in Music City features two days of auctions,autographs, race cars and concerts with drivers and singers to raise money for the Victory Junction Gang Camp for children with life-threatening illnesses and the Country Music Association's Hall of Fame.With Petty and country singer Vince Gill as co-chairmen, the star power is impressive.Singers include TraceAdkins, Joe Nichols, Aaron Tippin and Jo Dee Messina. Both Petty and his father, Richard, and Michael Waltrip,... (The Morning Star)
NASCAR, country stars raise money Jan 13, 2007
" Now they have. Sound in Music City features two days of auctions, autographs, race cars and concerts with drivers and singers to raise money for the Victory Junction Gang Camp for children with life-threatening illnesses and the Country Music Association's Hall of Fame. With Petty and country singer Vince Gill as co-chairmen, the star power is impressive. Singers include Trace Adkins, Joe Nichols, Aaron Tippin, Jo Dee Messina and classic stars Brenda Lee and Mel Tillis. Both Petty and his... (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR's Kyle Petty Driven by Sound & Speed Jan 13, 2007
A Saturday night concert features Jo Dee Messina, with fellow artists Josh Turner and Rodney Atkins. Other artists participating in the two-day festival include Trace Adkins, Joe Nichols, Craig Morgan, Aaron Tippin, Trent Willmon, Ray Scott, Aaron Benward of Blue County, Ashley Monroe, John Anderson, Ray Stevens, Brenda Lee, Mel Tillis, Bill Anderson and model Niki Taylor. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Jo Dee Messina To Entertain Troops Jan 4, 2007
Jo Dee Messina's Is Busted ... Multi-platinum recording artist Jo Dee Messina will visit Italy on a USO tour ... (CBS) Country singer Jo Dee Messina will be entertaining service members stationed in Italy on a USO/Armed Forces Entertainment tour Jan. 5 through Jan. 10. (CBS News)
Countrytime Opry Show to feature area talent Jan 3, 2007
Yarger likes all kinds of country music but tends to per- form more contemporary numbers similar to the style of Faith Hill, Teri Clark and Jo Dee Messina. At the Country Opry Show, the women plan to pack a variety of country hits from the classics to today's popular hits. (Galesburg The Paper, IL)
