Tim McGraw Co-Writes Def Leppard Single Wed. January 23.2008 5:32 PM EST Tim McGraw is a co-writer on Def Leppard's new single, "Nine Lives." He wrote the song with band members Phil Collen, Joe Elliot and Rick Savage for inclusion on the British band's upcoming album, Songs From the Sparkle Lounge. McGraw's tour manager, Robert Allen, is the brother of Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen. McGraw sat in on Def Leppard's Hollywood Bowl show in 2006. "We didn't start with any preconceived notions about the song," McGraw said. "Each of us brought something different to the table, and we drew on each others influence to finish it out. They are simply one of the best rock bands ever, and it was a great time working together."
Pat Green Releasing Book on Texas Dance Halls Wed. January 23.2008 5:32 PM EST Pat Green will release a book about Texas dance halls on Feb. 13. Published by University of Texas Press, Pat Green's Dance Halls & Dreamers will feature photos of the state's most famous dance halls, as well as stories about the venues told by popular Texas musicians, including Willie Nelson, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Robert Earl Keen, Cross Canadian Ragweed, the Randy Rogers Band, Jack Ingram and Kevin Fowler. Photographer Guy Rogers and writer Luke Gillam also contributed to the book. Neal McCoy, Kix Brooks Prepare for USO Tours Wed. January 23.2008 5:32 PM EST Neal McCoy and Brooks & Dunn's Kix Brooks are preparing for USO tours of the Persian Gulf. During his eight-day visit, Brooks will perform for U.S. troops, sign autographs, pose for pictures and tape an episode of his syndicated radio show. "I'm really excited about going to the Middle East and look forward to telling our troops just how much we appreciate their service," Brooks said. "There's nothing quite like performing for the U.S. armed forces. They are so appreciative, and I'm certain this USO tour will be amazing." McCoy will be embarking on his 13th USO tour. "What I enjoy most is visiting and performing for our troops," says McCoy. "I try to make my music a diversion for them, a place where they can escape, envision their families and visit their friends back home. I'll forever be indebted to the USO for affording me that opportunity." Kay --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the group home page at: http://groups.google.com/group/RecipesAndMore -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
