Big Machine Records
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AVENUE BEAT:
1. PSA – Avenue Beat – ways to help :30
Sami Bearden – “Hey guys, this is Avenue Beat, and we are all living in a time of uncertainty, but let’s all do our part and show the entire world why our Country Music family will rise above this and take care of one another. There are many ways you can help in your community. Write letters to seniors in your local nursing homes, support small businesses by purchasing gift cards to your local restaurants and help a neighbor who might not know where their next meal is coming from, donate non-perishable items and drop them off at your local country radio stations. Talk to your neighbors, see who might need food or supplies dropped off at their doorstep. Stay informed, wash your hands and seek out ways to help others. Sending good vibes.”
BRANTLEY GILBERT:
2. PSA – Brantley Gilbert – ways to help :30
“Hey guys, this is Brantley Gilbert, and we are all living in a time of uncertainty, but let’s all do our part and show the entire world why our Country Music family will rise above this and take care of one another. There are many ways you can help in your community. Support small businesses by purchasing gift cards to your local restaurants and donate non-perishable items and drop them off at your local country radio stations. Talk to your neighbors, see who might need food or supplies dropped at their doorstep. Stay informed, wash your hands and seek out ways to help others. God bless all of you, and God bless America.”
CARLY PEARCE:
3. PSA – Carly Pearce – talk to someone :31
“Hi, this is Carly Pearce. If you are experiencing a heightened sense of emotions due to the coronavirus outbreak, such as worry, fear, stress or anxiety … you’re not alone. Talk to someone. The Disaster Distress Hotline is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by calling 1-800-985-5900 or, you can text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. For more information, visit CDC dot gov.”
4. PSA – Carly Pearce – why I’m staying home :21
“Hey it’s Carly Pearce and I am staying home for people like my mom. She is a lung patient, that if she were to get this it would not be good. So for anybody who has a complex immune system or has an elderly friend or family member or someone like my mom who has weak lungs, please stay home practices social distancing and wash your hands.”
ELI YOUNG BAND:
5. PSA – Eli Young Band – ways to help :30
Mike Eli – “Hey guys, this is Mike Eli from the Eli Young Band, and we’re all living in a time of uncertainty, but let’s do our part and show the entire world why our Country Music family will rise above this and take care of one another. There are many ways you can help in your community. Write letters to seniors in local nursing homes, support small businesses by purchasing gift cards to your local restaurants, donate non-perishable items and drop ’em off at your local country radio stations. Talk to your neighbors, see who might need food or supplies dropped at their doorstep. Wash your hands and seek out ways to help others. God bless all of you, and God bless America.”
JUSTIN MOORE:
6. PSA – Justin Moore – ways to help :43
“Hey guys, this is Justin Moore, and we’re all living in a time of uncertainty, but let’s all do our part and show the entire world why our Country Music family will rise above this and take care of one another. There are many ways you can help in your community. Write letters to seniors in your local nursing homes, support small businesses by purchasing gift cards to your local restaurants and help a neighbor who might not know where their next meal’s coming from. Donate non-perishable items and drop ’em off at your local country radio stations. Talk to your neighbors, see who might need food or supplies dropped at their doorstep. Stay informed and wash your hands and seek out ways to help others. God bless all of you, and God bless America.”
7. PSA – Justin Moore – why I’m staying home :18
“Hey, it’s Justin Moore, and I’m staying home for my parents and my grandparents. I can’t imagine life without ’em, in particular, in these times with this coronavirus. So, stay home for yourself, your family and all the other families out there in the world. We can all do this together.”
8. PSA – Justin Moore – you can help :16
“Hey, I’m Justin Moore. These are challenging times, but you can help. Wash your hands, avoid sick people and avoid touching your face. These are all good ways to stop the spread of respiratory diseases. Hope to see you later this year, when we get the show back on the road.”
MIDLAND:
9. PSA – Midland – message from Mark :45
Mark Wystrach – “Hey, it’s Mark Wystrach from Midland, and we’ve been through some tough times as a community and as a nation before, and we’re gonna get through this. And the best way we’re gonna do that is by doing it together, even if that means being alone for a little while. We know what to do and how we can beat this thing, so please, practice your social distancing, wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with lots of soap and hot water. If you’re not feeling well, if you’re feeling sick, please, stay at home, and if you do have to go outside, make sure it’s just for the essentials and practice six feet apart and bring hand sanitizer … all that stuff. The true character is always revealed in the tough times, so stay strong, stay with love. We love you guys.”
PAYTON SMITH:
10. PSA – Payton Smith – preventative actions :43
“Hey y’all, this is Payton Smith. Practice every day preventative actions now. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, and please stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care. It will really help everyone. Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects daily, like door handles, tables, countertops, light switches, door knobs and cabinet handles. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. If your neighborhood has a website or social media page, consider joining it to maintain access to neighbors, information and resources. Let’s be smart and healthy.”
TIM McGRAW:
11. PSA – Tim McGraw – ways to stay healthy and safe :47
“Hi, his is Tim McGraw, with some tips for keeping our country and you and your family healthy. Practice every day preventative actions now. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, like door handles, tables, countertops, light switches and cabinet handles. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Do this before eating, and especially after coughing sneezing or using the restroom. Get to know your neighbors. If your neighborhood has a website or a social media page, consider joining it to maintain access to neighbors, information and resources. Create an emergency contact list. Ensure your household has a current list of emergency contacts for family, friends, neighbors, healthcare providers, teachers, employers, the local public health department and other community resources. Let’s be smart and healthy.”
TYLER RICH:
12. PSA – Tyler Rich – ways to help :30
“Hey guys, this is Justin Moore, and we are all living in a time of uncertainty, but let’s all do our part and show the entire world why our Country Music family will rise above this and take care of one another. There are many ways you can help in your community. Write letters to seniors in your local nursing homes, support small businesses by purchasing gift cards to your local restaurants and help a neighbor who might not know where their next meal is coming from. Donate non-perishable items and drop them off at your local country radio stations. Stay informed, wash your hands and seek out ways to help others. God bless all of you, and God bless America.”
(To download audio, select the track you want, then click the down arrow in the top right corner. Transcripts for all tracks can be found below the playlist)
AVENUE BEAT:
1. LINER – Avenue Beat – be kind and help :07
“Hey there, this is Avenue Beat, reminding you to be kind to one another and look for ways to safely help those in your communities, that may truly be in need.”
2. LINER – Avenue Beat – while stuck at home :11
“Hey y’all, this is Avenue Beat, and while we’re stuck at home, like you right now, we found that FaceTiming our friends and listening to music has really helped our family stay close, laugh together and stay positive! Can’t wait to see you guys all again soon.”
BRANTLEY GILBERT:
3. LINER – Brantley Gilbert – be kind and help :07
“Hey there, this is Brantley Gilbert, reminding you to be kind to one another and look for ways to safely help those in your communities, that may truly be in need.”
4. LINER – Brantley Gilbert – while stuck at home :14
“Hey y’all, this is Brantley Gilbert. While I’m stuck at home, like you right now, I’ve found that writin’ songs and just spendin’ time with family has really helped our family stay close, laugh together and stay positive, and can’t wait to see you guys all again soon.”
CARLY PEARCE:
5. LINER – Carly Pearce – do your part :13
“Hi, this is Carly Pearce. Do your part to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Practice safe social distancing and please follow the guidelines being issued by your state and local officials. We will get through this, but we all have to do our part.
6. LINER – Carly Pearce – keep it here for updates :10
“Hey, this is Carly Pearce. Keep it here for the latest local updates regarding the recent public health threats. Stay safe and healthy. We’re thinking of you here, and we’ll all get through this together.”
ELI YOUNG BAND:
7. LINER – Eli Young Band – be kind and help :08
“Hey there, this is Mike Eli from the Eli Young Band, reminding you to be kind to one another and look for ways to safely help those in your communities that may truly be in need.”
8. LINER – Eli Young Band – while stuck at home :11
“Hey y’all, this is Mike Eli from the Eli Young Band, and while I’m stuck at home like you right now, I’ve found that playing board games has really helped our family stay close, laugh together and stay positive. Can’t wait to see you all again soon.”
FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE:
9. LINER – Florida Georgia Line – what we’re doing :22
“Hey everybody, this is Florida Georgia Line, and during this time of staying at home and social distancing, we’ve just been laying low with family, enjoying some walks, getting out in nature, hanging with the kids and the dogs and staying connected through some FaceTime, some phone calls, and just enjoying the basics right now. Y’all, we’re praying for the world and praying to get back on tour, and we’ll get through this together. Love y’all.”
JUSTIN MOORE:
10. LINER – Justin Moore – be kind and help :09
“Hey there, this is Justin Moore, reminding you to be kind to one another and look for ways to safely help those in your communities that may truly be in need.”
11. LINER – Justin Moore – wash your hands :05
“Hey, I’m Justin Moore reminding you to wash your hands … a little thing that means a lot.”
12. LINER – Justin Moore – while stuck at home :20
“Hey y’all, this is Justin Moore, and while I’m stuck at home, like you right now, I have found that hanging with my family, which is something I don’t have the opportunity to do as much as I’d like, but I’ve got the time now, has really helped our family stay close, laugh together, stay positive, etc.. Can’t wait to see you all again soon.”
MIDLAND:
13. LINER – Midland – keep it here for updates :10
“Hey, this is Cam from Midland. Keep it here for the latest local updates regarding the recent public health threats. Stay safe and healthy. We’ll all get through this together.”
14. LINER – Midland – wash hands stay home :10
Mark Wystrach – “This is Mark Wystrach from Midland, reminding us all to please wash our hands, practice social distancing and thank y’all for staying home and for keeping us all safe.”
PAYTON SMITH:
15. LINER – Payton Smith – good vibes to workers :19
“Hey y’all, it’s Payton Smith. Just want to send some good vibes your way, especially those who are working hard to help our communities – our first responders, doctors, nurses, lab techs, grocery store workers, delivery drivers and so many more. We’re all in this together, and together we’ll get through this.”
16. LINER – Payton Smith – something to watch :09
“Hey y’all, this is Payton Smith, and if you’re looking for something new to binge watch, or something to pass the time, let me suggest the TV show The Office. You can’t go wrong with that.”
17. LINER – Payton Smith – wash your hands :05
“Hey, I’m Payton Smith, reminding you to wash your hands … a little thing that means a lot.”
18. LINER – Payton Smith – you can help :10
“Hey, I’m Payton Smith. These are challenging times, but you can help. Wash your hands, avoid sick people and avoid touching your face. These are all good ways to avoid the spread of respiratory diseases.”
TIM McGRAW:
19. LINER – Tim McGraw – all in this together :06
“This is Tim McGraw, and we’re all in this together. I hope you’re staying safe and making the most of these challenging times.”
20. LINER – Tim McGraw – stay tuned for updates :08
“Hey, this is Tim McGraw, and stay tuned for the latest local update regarding the recent public health threats. Stay safe and healthy. We’re all getting through this challenge together.”
21. LINER – Tim McGraw – wash your hands :05
“Hi, I’m Tim McGraw, reminding you to wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.”
22. LINER – Tim McGraw – ways to stop spread :13
“Hi, I’m Tim McGraw, and these are challenging times, but you can help. Wash your hands, stay at home and socially distance if you’re sick, and avoid touching your face. These are all good ways to avoid the spread of respiratory diseases.”
TYLER RICH:
23. LINER – Tyler Rich – be kind and help :07
“Hey there, this is Tyler rich, reminding you to be kind to one another and look for ways to safely help those in your communities that may truly be in need.”
24. LINER – Tyler Rich – while stuck at home :17
“Hey guys, this is Tyler Rich, and while I am stuck at home, like you right now, I have found that I have found that going through old videos on my phone of trips, and playing new games and card games, and even puzzles, has really helped our family stay close, laugh together and stay positive. I can’t wait to see you all again on the road so soon.”
(To download audio, select the track you want, then click the down arrow in the top right corner. Transcripts for all tracks can be found below the playlist)
CARLY PEARCE:
1. Carly Pearce – flip the switch with Michael
:34 Carly Pearce addresses the ‘flip the switch’ video she and Michael Ray did, where he ended up in her lingerie, and how they’re adjusting to being home together and figuring out what to do with the time.
“You know what’s funny, it was really his idea. We’re goofy were funny. I think that we’ve settled in, to be honest with you, the first few days were not good. I’ve had a roller coaster of emotions of not being able to do what you love, and being in the house and trying to figure out what that means, and we’re both driven by work, and to not be working in the conventional way that we’re used to. But it’s kind of fun. We’ve had a really good time figuring out things. But we’re trying to make the best of it and be funny and just enjoy the time that we have because we may not get this again.”
2. Carly Pearce – life without touring
:59 Carly Pearce shares how she and so many of her peers are feeling during this time, not being able to tour and get out and promote their music and do what they love to do.
“It is not fun. It is really difficult to be holding all this new music and be so excited and have a tour that you don’t know if it’s going to happen and have all these plans for the year that kind of came to a very screeching halt. Thankfully we’re all in it together and we’re all trying to figure it out together, and hopefully we will be able to find creative ways to get to fans. It’s very weird for us. You know, everybody’s kind of jumping all of the sudden like, ‘Oh my God, we’ve gotta do live streams,’ and I’m just trying to like, not panic and figure out what does the landscape of the next few months or six months or year look like for us, and we’ll all figure it out. I think I’ve gone through the roller coaster ride of feeling responsible for my band who’s not on salary, watching my husband have to take his band off of salary, watching other artists feel this and talking to them. And we’re all trying to figure out what this means for all of us, but we’re going to try to get music out in the best way we can and then hopefully have like, the surge of fans ready for it when we do get to come back.”
3. Carly Pearce – lots of extra time with Michael
:42 Carly Pearce talks about what it’s been like spending so much time at home with her husband, Michael Ray, and how they’ve been adjusting to their new normal for the time being.
“I mean, I think that, you know, when you put two artists in a house that aren’t used to being … we actually Facetimed with Brantley Gilbert last night, and the three of us all kind of talked about the fact that we’re going through this kind of weird thing of, wait a minute, this is not normal. We’re only used to being home three days out of the week. But I think that Michael and I, we’ve never had this much time to just rest. We’ve never had this time together, we’ve never been able to just really be normal. So, I take it as a blessing. We’re actually we’re leaving today. He left to go to Florida to see his family for a few days I’m leaving to go do social distancing with my mom who’s has a lung disease, but we didn’t want to leave each other. So, we’re figuring it out. It’s hard.”
4. Carly Pearce – message for people at this time.
:58 As people try to deal with the effects the coronavirus is having on our lives, including putting so many things in our lives on pause, Carly Pearce offers a message of hope.
“My big thing right now has been faith over fear and believing that this too shall pass. And I’m trying to look at it as a message from God that he’s telling us all to slow down, and that life as we know it can be taken away very quickly if we take it for granted. And in a lot of ways I think I took my everyday life … I thought I’d be on stage. I thought I had this year in the bag, like, I was already looking to the next year. And in a second, you can be left in your thoughts, and you have to remain grateful and believe that this is time that will not last forever and that you can find good in this, and hopefully give yourself the room to deal with the emotions that you have. I’ve had days where I’ve cried my eyes out over this, and then I have days that I’m okay. And I think just giving yourself permission to that, but also just really looking to God for your faith and your hope and all of that.”
5. Carly Pearce – what she and Michael are binging
:27 Carly Pearce reveals what she and her husband, Michael Ray, are binge watching during their unexpected time off because of the coronavirus.
“Now, our current obsession together is Tiger King. I don’t know how to even begin to explain what I feel about that. It is out of control. If none of you have watched it, you have to watch it. Michael and I aren’t finished with it but there’s a few parts in it that like, I can’t physically watch. It’s too much for me. What a weird group of people in society that you didn’t even know was real. I mean, I just can’t believe it.”
DANIELLE BRADBERY:
6. Danielle Bradbery – coronavirus check-in
:36 Danielle Bradbery checked in to let fans know what she’s up to while we’re all practicing “Safer at Home” guidelines in Nashville.
“Hey guys, it’s Danielle Bradbery. I’m trying to stay sane during this quarantine. I hope everybody’s staying home, staying safe and healthy, keeping yourself entertained. Some of the things I do is little workouts, try to read a book, binge watch Netflix shows, just try and relax, keep myself healthy. Try to think of what I’m going to do after this quarantine, music-wise. I’m brainstorming like crazy. New music is coming, I promise, and I’m so excited to share that with you guys. So I can’t wait. I miss everybody, so, prayers, have faith, stay strong and I’ll see y’all after this.”