Rascal Flatts Visit Children's Hospital

In October 2011 the men of Rascal Flatts ... Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney spent some time visiting and performing for the children and families at the Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, TN. This is a ritual that they have been part of for several years and it is a heart warming and  emotional day for each of these three men. Over the years Rascal Flatts has raised approximately $3 million through concerts and auctions for the hospital; but more than money Rascal Flatts has built relationships with the staff and given their time and love to the many children and families that have crossed their path along the way.

Watch the video below for a heartwarming look at a day with Rascal Flatts and the children of Vanderbilt.

Luke Bryan on the Red Carpet for Ellen

I love Ellen! She is so funny. Check out this video of Luke Bryan on the red carpet at the 2011 CMA Awards as Ellen's correspondent. He interviews Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Lionel Richie and Reba.

Rascal Flatts Fan Club Annual Christmas Toy Drive Needs Your Help

Ok everyone it is that time again!! A little reminder that Rascal Flatts has a fantastic Fan Club with some really wonderful people. Among them, Velvet Arrington or ~V~ as she is lovingly known.  She heads up a toy drive every year for the children and families that spend their Christmas at the Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, TN.  ~V~ Packs up her car and personally delivers these items from her home in South Carolina to the hospital each year. She can't do this without our support. Please send her a little something off her list.  No matter how big or little the gift is everything counts. Let's make ~V~ rent a U-Haul for this year's trip :)

One more thing, the Christmas season is celebrated differently by many cultures. Please refrain from using any specific phrase such as "Merry Christmas" on any item or card you send.  The children and their families my not celebrate the season as Christmas but as Hanukkah for example.  A more general greeting such as "Happy Holiday's" or "Season's Greetings" work well in all cultures :)

If you are interested and would like to be a part of this beautiful cause, please email ~V~ at arringnl@gmail.com for her mailing address and any questions you may have.  Your contribution will brighten the lives of so many.

Deadline to have items to ~V~ is Dec. 10th, 2011... Please ask others to get involved as well.

Arts & Crafts

• Beads (Pony, Glass, Jewelry making)
• Canvas (8 x 10 or smaller) 
• Character Stickers
• Color Wonder Products
• Construction Paper
• Crayola Colored Pencils 
• Crayola Crayons (Washable)
• Crayola Markers (Washable)
• *Do-A-Dot Markers
• Fabric paint
• Finger paint
• Glitter Pens
• **Model Kits - car, plane, etc (1, 2, 3 difficulty)
• Model Magic Clay
• Mod Podge
• Paint-by-number
• Paint pens
• Playdoh (Play-Doh brand please)
• *Prepackaged Craft Kits - for teens
• Small individual Elmer's glue bottles (liquid instead of glue sticks)
• Teen Scrapbook Kits
• Washable paint
• Wooden craft kits
• Wooden frames (8 x 10 smaller)
• *Word Search, Crossword Puzzle books (small / LARGE print)Board Games/Cards
• Lego Activity Kits

Connect Four, Guess Who, Electronic Monopoly (Spanish version also), Life, Sorry, Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble (Spanish also), Taboo, Operation, Trouble, Scene It, Catch Phrase, Soduko, etc...Classic Playing Cards…UNO Playing Cards, Skipbo Playing Cards.

• Child and Adult size **underwear
• Formal infant clothing for bereavement 
• Pants and Shorts (stretch material) - Child and Adult sizes
• Plain T-Shirts – Child and Adult

Infant Items

• Blankets
• *Dream Screens 
• *Infant mirrors
• *Rattles      
• Teething Rings
• Shape Sorters
• Stacking Rings
• Washable Infant Mobiles
•   (must be plastic or vinyl washable / wipeable)

Note: Hats (size compared to an orange, a grapefruit and a cantaloupe to accommodate all our sizes of babies)

Stockings (12" wide by 20" long as a finished size)

Blankets - babies enjoy fleece, or flannel, cotton, or t-shirt material - (crocheted or knitted for the older kids)

Miscellaneous Toys / Items 

• Action Heroes
• Balls - all sizes
• Bubbles - wedding bubbles 
• *Dolls - need to be ALL plastic and multi-cultural
• I Spy
• Laundry Detergent (Powder)
• *Magazine subscriptions for Teens (SI, Teen, Teen People, Outdoors, Teen Beat, J14, Bop, Etc.)
• Matchbox Cars
• *Non Latex Squeezy Balls
• Pillowcases (colors; solids and design)
• Popular character toys (Dora, Hannah Montana, etc.)
• Rescue Heroes
• *Teen Journals
• Viewmasters with sound and slides

Movies

*DVD's - Current (new releases) or classic, Spanish – children or adolescent movies (G or  PG) 

Music

• CD Player
• *Cassette Tapes - (Lullaby/Classical, popular teen music, children's songs, Spanish, blank)
• Discmans
• iPods
• iTune Cards
• Ear buds

Toddler/Preschool Toys

• Fisher Price - farm, garage, castle, etc
• *Fisher Price peaceful planet lights and sounds aquarium
• *Fisher Price medical play kits
• (must be plastic or vinyl washable/wipeable)
• *Fisher Price replacement people, animals, furniture, action figures
• Large trucks and cars
• *Make noise
• *Pop up
• Thomas Train pieces

Toiletry Items

• Conditioner
• Deodorant
• Mouthwash
• Shampoo 
• Toothbrush 
• Toothpaste
• Hand Lotions

Transportation Toys

• Little Tykes cozy coupe
• *Little Tykes (or other brand) "push car" with handle

(for toddlers-parents do not have to bend over to push it-they use the handle)

Other Items need

• Batteries:  size C X 300; size D X 25
• Blank Computer Disks, DVD's or CD's
• Books on CD's
• "New" Books – for all ages (infant - adolescent) English & Spanish 
• Gift Cards from Target, Borders or itunes, etc.
• Phone Cards
• Photo Paper
• Walkie Talkies
• Ziplock bags (all sizes)
• Ziplock containers
• School Supplies
• Finger Nail Polish

Food Donations (to be placed in family and waiting room areas)

• Bottled water 
• Canned soft drinks 
• Individually wrapped snack items     
• Plastic ware - Plates, Cups, Utensils
• Ravioli (microwavable w/pull tab)
• Canned Tuna

VOTE!!! Voting ends at 5pm Eastern TODAY!! 11.07.11

Just look at these sweet faces :) you know you have to vote for them so do it right ----> here  right NOW!!!!  Thanks!!!

VOTE!   VOTE!   VOTE!

Grand Ole Opry Welcomes Rascal Flatts As Newest Members

Congratulations Rascal Flatts!!
 

Joe Don Rooney,  Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus

"We are humbled by this and can’t wait to see what the future has in store for us and the Grand Ole Opry" .... Joe Don Rooney

"You have witnessed the greatest night of our lives" .... Gary LeVox 

“one of the titles we’re most proud of is member of the Grand Ole Opry.” .... Jay DeMarcus

 Rascal Flatts have officially been inducted as members of the Grand Ole Opry. The ceremony took place during the Opry's 86th Birthday Bash on October 8, 2011. Rascal Flatts accepted their awards from Little Jimmy Dickens in front of a packed house of family, friends and fans. In addition, President George W. Bush extended his and former First Lady Laura Bush congratulations to the Flatts along with birthday wishes to the Opry via a video message.

 Little Jimmy Dickens presents Rascal Flatts with their Opry Member Awards
Saturday, October 8, 2011

Please visit Opry.com for a complete story of Rascal Flatts induction and Opry's 86th Birthday Bash.

Rascal Flatts Next Album Scheduled For April 2012 Release

Now that the tour is over Rascal Flatts will work to finish their next album and spend time with family in Nashville, TN.  The trio consisting of Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney have announced that the scheduled release for their next album is April 3, 2012.  This will be the second release under the Big Machine Label following thier current Nothing Like This album. Nothing Like This has produced two number one hits Why Wait and I Won't Let Go with the most recent single Easy currently in the 15th position on Billborad's Top 100 Country Songs and making a steady climb up the charts.  This will be the groups eighth studio album since hitting the airwaves with Praying For Daylight in 2000 off  their self titled debut Rascal Flatts. 

Check out this video (recorded at the iHeart Radio Festival) as Rascal Flatts along with Natasha Bedingfield discuss their latest video Easy and the upcoming album release.

Rascal Flatts Reaction To Opry Invitation

Congratulations Rascal Flatts!

Watch the video below to see and hear Rascal Flatts reaction to their recent Opry invitation. 

Rascal Flatts Surprised by Opry Invitation

Congratulations Rascal Flatts!

Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney newest members of the Grand Ole Opry

Last night, September 27, 2011 Vince Gill, long time friend and hero to Joe Don Rooney, Gary LeVox and Jay DeMarcus appeared on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry to hand Joe Don the guitar that he would use for the next song. The surprised Joe Don announced "I got a new guitar tech by the way guys" to Gary and Jay as Gill made his way to the circle.  Vince Gill then explains that he played golf with the three about a week ago and he "kicked the crap outta them" so he was there to collect his winnings of $500.  After a minute of promising to he would not leave the stage without his money Vince becomes serious about his true mission. He tells his friends that they Rascal Flatts have been chosen to become the newest members of the Grand Ole Opry family. It was obvious that the men of Rascal Flatts were overcome with emotion as the packed house of the Opry roared with approval.

Watch the video below to see Vince Gill surprise long time friends Joe Don Rooney, Gary LeVox and Jay DeMarcus with the news that Rascal Flatts and their fans have longed to hear.

In one very sweet short second Rascal Flatts went from being the Special Guest to becoming the newest members of the Grand Ole Opry family.  Watch the second half of this historic evening as Rascal Flatts are joined by Vince Gill performing Gill's song Whenever You Come Around.

Rascal Flatts will be officially inducted Saturday, October 8, 2011 at the 86th Birthday Bash for the Grand Ole Opry.  There are a few tickets left that may be purchased here .

A final note to Gary, Jay and Joe Don ...

There are not adequate words to express what this achievement means to your fans ... your fam and the pride we felt, the tears of joy we shed as your friend Vince Gill extended the Opry invitation. We believe in you and your gift of music touches our hearts and souls. We laugh and cry embraced by the lyrics and melodies you have given us. We love deeper and fight battles harder encouraged by the words you share through your musical expressions that are passionate and personal to our very lives.  You have given us so much and our response is to love you, holding you in our hearts as though each of you are a part of us.  To be a part of the Opry family is an honor that we have wanted for you and to us, your fam, this acknowledgement is as priceless as each of  you.  Congratulations!!

"Opry Live" is Returning To TV With A Star Studded Line Up

Photo Credit Grand Ole Opry

Opry Live will begin broadcasting again on October 4, 2011 with six star studded shows. Among the guest performing are Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood, Dierks Bently, Sara Evans and many more.

Go to Opry News for more detail.  Be sure to catch your favorites at the Opry.

Jay DeMarcus Interview on "Long Road To Nashville"

I found this interview with Jay and Wayne DeMarcus tucked away where I had prepared it (in March 2011) but had not actually posted it! So now, 6 months later for your enjoyment 3 videos of Jay and Wayne DeMarcus on Long Road To Nashville with Jonalee White.

Rascal Flatts Discuss iHeart Radio Music Festival

Check out this video of Gary LeVox, Joe Don Rooney and Jay DeMarcus as they discuss the upcoming iHeart Radio Music Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada.  The sold out festival will run September 23 and 24.

Vote Rascal Flatts 2011 Best Tour of The Year!

Once again Rascal Flatts is in the running for the Billboard Touring Conference & Awards Eventful 2011 Fans' Choice Award for the Best Tour of The Year! I know that Flatts Fest was incredibly fun and I for one would love to have Rascal Flatts return to my area soon.  You too can show your love for Gary, Jay and Joe Don by demanding their tour in your town. Just click on the link below. 

Details:

• Demand your favorite artist. The artist with the most Demanders will win the Eventful 2011 Fans' Choice Award for Best Tour of the Year!
•  One Demand per person per artist.  Tell everyone you know to join in!
• Competition ends 11/7/2011 The last chance to Demand is 2pm PST Monday, November 7, 2011.

Join Rascal Flatts & The Jason Foundation B1 Program During National Suicide Prevention Week

National Suicide Prevention Week begins today September 4th and runs through Sunday September 10th.  Rascal Flatts along with the Jason Foundation are working together to bring attention to the third leading cause of death for youths in America.  Click the banner on the left to take the B1 pledge and learn more about recognizing the warning sings of youth suicide, what you can do to help and more information about the Jason Foundation.

B1

Be Aware

Be Able 
Be Prepared

"I Won't Let Go" #1 Party

Rascal Flatts single I Won't Let Go is the second release from their Nothing Like This album to make it to the number one spot giving Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney their 13th song to top the charts. The group celebrated the occasion at the Hard Rock Cafe in Nashville, TN and Y'all*Wire was there with their cameras rolling. Check out this video of Rascal Flatts acceptance speech and an interview with songwriter Jason Sellers.

Congratulations Rascal Flatts on your 13th #1 hit!

Request Rascal Flatts Easy

Has everyone heard Rascal Flatts latest single Easy?

It is a beautiful song and the video has a Cinderella love story feel between Gary LeVox and Natasha Bedingfield. 

Check out the video below and be sure to vote for it on CMT Top20 and call your local radio station to request Rascal Flatts Easy today!

Danny Gokey Adds Gary LeVox to Cruise

Danny Gokey announced that Gary LeVox has been added to his 2012 Cruise.  The cruise is a privet event to benefit the Sophia's Heart Foundation which was named in honor of Danny's late wife.

Please join Danny Gokey, Gary LeVox and more, leaving Miami, Florida on Thursday February 2, 2012 stopping in Key West for an island tour before continuinuing on to Cozumel, Mexico then returning to Miami on Monday, February 6, 2012.  You will also enjoy on board activities along with music and an auction of items that belong to Danny and others.

More information here regarding the Danny Gokey Cruise 2012, Sophia's Heart and on how you can make your reservation to join Danny and his guest on this specail cruise.

Show Your Vote For Rascal Flatts With This Twibbon Badge

Voting for the 2011 CMT Music Awards will be ending soon (June 7th). Be sure to vote for Rascal Flatts for three and show your friends that you have voted by displaying the Rascal Flatts Twibbon Badge on your Twitter or Facebook!  Get yours here.

Rascal Flatts have been nominated for THREE awards. Their video for  Why Wait   has been nominated for  ~ Video Of The Year  and  Group Video Of The Year.

Also the video for That Should Be Me with Justin Bieber has been nominated for the Collaborative Video of the Year.

Remember to VOTE DAILY through June 7!!

These are fan voted awards and our votes determine the winners. Let's show some Rascal Flatts love and have our guys bring home some Buckles!

THANK YOU for supporting RASCAL FLATTS !!

Vote at  http://www.cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/

Everything Is UNSTOPPABLE

Have you noticed that ever since Rascal Flatts put out the Unstoppable album and even more so after the Olympics featured the song; the word UNSTOPPABLE has become more prevalent in advertising.  It seems that everything is UNSTOPPABLE now from cars, watches, movies, shoes to the people that use these products.  Also, when the ad is in print the word UNSTOPPABLE is almost always in either a different color, font or both. I really find this very interesting, has Rascal Flatts along with their Olympic ties had an impact on media advertising by popularizing a word that has such a powerful meaning?  Has UNSTOPPABLE been out there, used this frequently and I just never notice it before? Quite honestly when I hear the word UNSTOPPABLE I automatically think Rascal Flatts and it grabs my attention, is that a coincidence or premeditated by advertiser?  I have to admit, I looked around some before posting this and I did find there was use of the word UNSTOPPABLE in advertising prior to the album release but it just seems that I hear or see it more now.

Ok this may just be my imagination but regardless, I do seem to perk up when I hear the word UNSTOPPABLE I guess I am hoping that I will see or hear Rascal Flatts along with the phrase.  

Well, this is just my observation and I thought I would share with anyone that may possibly have had the same thought.  

I Won't Let Go Still Climbing Billboard Charts

I Won't Let Go is up TWO positions on Billboards Top Country Songs Chart to the #2 spot! 

ALMOST THERE!!!!! 

Let's keep requesting and demanding that radio plays the song so we can get it to NUMBER ONE on Billboard!

Rascal Flatts Has Another #1 Hit With "I Won't Let Go"

 Congratulations to Rascal Flatts!! 

"I Won't Let Go" is number one!! 

I Won't Let Go is number ONE on Mediabase Country Top 50 chart.  I Won't Let Go is the second release from the Nothing Like This album and Rascal Flatts 13th single to go to the number one spot. Nothing Like This is the first album released by Rascal Flatts under the Big Machine Record label and has already produced two number one hits!  

Why Wait the first single released from the current album also shot up to the number one position and is currently nominated for the 2011 CMT Video Of The Year and Group Video Of The Year.  Fans may go to CMT.com to vote for Rascal Flatts through June 7, 2011.

Promote Rascal Flatts and Justin Bieber "That Should Be Me"

Anyone wanting to help promote That Should Be Me for the CMT Awards feel like they need help? Not only can you continue to share the link http://cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/ but you can also share the video below on friends walls or tweet it. This will give you another option and a little variety.

As always THANK YOU for everything you do to help spread the word and show love for Rascal Flatts. :) I know Gary, Jay and Joe Don appreciate all you do!

Help Promote "Why Wait" CMT Music Awards

Anyone wanting to help promote Why Wait for the CMT Awards feel like they need help? Not only can you continue to share the link http://cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/ but you can also share the video below on friends walls or tweet it. This will give you another option and a little variety.

As always THANK YOU for everything you do to help spread the word and show your love for Rascal Flatts. :) I know Gary, Jay and Joe Don appreciate all you do!

I Won't Let Go is ......

up 2 notches to #4 on Billboards Country Songs Chart!

Keep requesting .... Let's get it to #1

Congratulations Rascal Flatts!!
Another hit in the top 5

Vote Rascal Flatts CMT Contest

I feel like having a contest and you are invited to participate :) I am going to give away three (3) Rascal Flatts Nothing Like This posters and here's all you have to do to win.

Send your name and three (3) screen caps of your promoting activities to VoteRF@RascalFlattsNC.com. I will randomly select 3 winners to receive Nothing Like This posters. 

Examples of promoting include: 

• Send out tweets to your followers everyday ~ Vote for @RascalFlatts @Jaydemarcus and @JoeDonRooney for the #CMTAwards here - http://bit.ly/Oiash

• Email  friends and family telling them to vote for Rascal Flatts http://www.cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/

• Post on your MySpace freinds walls ~an example of what to post is ~ Hello friend! Rascal Flatts was nominated for Video of the Year ("Why Wait"), Group Video of the Year ("Why Wait"), and Collaborative Video of the Year ("That Should Be Me" with Justin Bieber) for the 2011 CMT Music Awards. Please vote for Rascal Flatts at http://www.cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/ through June 7 to determine the winners.

• Update your Facebook status everyday reminding your friends to vote for Rascal Flatts http://www.cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/

Make sure your screen cap shows that you did make the post, not before you enter. If you don’t want to use one of these suggestions, be creative and come up with your own.

You have until May 31, 2011 to submit your entry. You may enter as many times as you wish but you must submit 3 different screen caps with each entry.

Thanks for participating!!

Vote for Rascal Flatts!

 

Rascal Flatts has been nominated for THREE CMT Music Awards this year including Video of the Year ("Why Wait"), Group Video of the Year ("Why Wait"), and Collaborative Video of the Year ("That Should Be Me" with Justin Bieber). The 2011 CMT Music Awards will air LIVE from Nashville on Wednesday, June 8 on CMT and CMT.com.

These are FAN voted awards and it is up to US to bring these awards home for Gary, Jay and Joe Don. Fans can vote online at http://www.cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/ through June 7 and these votes will determine the winners.

VOTE TODAY!

Rascal Flatts Receives CMT Nominations

Congratulations Rascal Flatts!!

  Nominated in 3 Categories for 2011 CMT Awards

Nominees were announced this morning for the 2011 CMT Awards and Rascal Flatts has been nominated in three categories. They are up for Video Of The Year and Group Video Of The Year for Why Wait from their current cd Nothing Like This. Justin Bieber featuring Rascal Flatts - That Should Be Me has been nomonited for Collaborative Video of the Year.

Congratulations and good luck to all the nominees.

 Video of the Year
• Jason Aldean - "My Kinda Party"
• Kenny Chesney - "The Boys of Fall"
• Lady Antebellum - "Hello World"
• Miranda Lambert - "The House That Built Me"
• Rascal Flatts - "Why Wait"
• Sugarland - "Stuck Like Glue"
• Taylor Swift - "Mine"
• The Band Perry - "If I Die Young"
• Carrie Underwood - "Undo It"
• Zac Brown Band - "Colder Weather"

Male Video of the Year
• Jason Aldean - "My Kinda Party"
• Kenny Chesney - "The Boys of Fall"
• Toby Keith - "Bullets in the Gun"
• Blake Shelton - "Who Are You When I'm Not Looking"
• Keith Urban - "Without You"

Female Video of the Year
• Sara Evans - "A Little Bit Stronger"
• Miranda Lambert - "The House That Built Me"
• Reba McEntire - "Turn On the Radio"
• Taylor Swift - "Mine"
• Carrie Underwood - "Undo It"

Group Video of the Year
• Lady Antebellum - "Hello World"
• Little Big Town - "Little White Church"
• Rascal Flatts - "Why Wait"
• The Band Perry - "If I Die Young"
• Zac Brown Band - "Colder Weather"

Duo Video of the Year
• Steel Magnolia - "Last Night Again"
• Sugarland - "Stuck Like Glue"
• The Civil Wars - "Barton Hollow"
• The JaneDear Girls - "Wildflower"
• Thompson Square - "Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not"

USA Weekend Breakthrough Video of the Year
• Lee Brice - "Love Like Crazy"
• Aaron Lewis - "Country Boy"
• Jerrod Niemann - "Lover, Lover"
• The Band Perry - "If I Die Young"
• Thompson Square - "Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not"

Collaborative Video of the Year
• Jason Aldean with Kelly Clarkson - "Don't You Wanna Stay"
• Justin Bieber featuring Rascal Flatts - "That Should Be Me"
• Kid Rock featuring Sheryl Crow - "Collide"
• Aaron Lewis featuring George Jones and Charlie Daniels - "Country Boy"
• Loretta Lynn, Miranda Lambert and Sheryl Crow - "Coal Miner's Daughter"

CMT Performance of the Year
(musical performance on a television show, series or variety special on CMT)
• Martina McBride and Train - "A Broken Wing" from CMT Crossroads: Train and Martina McBride
• Reba McEntire - "If I Were a Boy" from Unplugged: Reba
• Darius Rucker and Adele - "Need You Now" from 2010 CMT Artists of the Year
• Keith Urban and John Mayer - "Sweet Thing" from CMT Crossroads: John Mayer and Keith Urban
• Zac Brown Band and Jimmy Buffett - "Margaritaville" from CMT Crossroads: Jimmy Buffett and Zac Brown Band

Best Web Video of the Year (new for 2011)
(best video created primarily for Internet streaming)
• Jason Aldean - "My Kinda Party" (live from the CMT.com webcast)
• Luke Bryan - "It's a Shore Thing"
• Lady Antebellum - "Stars Tonight"
• Blake Shelton - "Kiss My Country Ass"
• Taylor Swift - "Mine" (live from the Speak Now album release party)

Video Director of the Year
• Deaton Flanigen (award-eligible videos include Kid Rock and Sheryl Crow's "Collide" and the JaneDear Girl's "Wildflower")
• Trey Fanjoy (award-eligible videos include Miranda Lambert's "The House That Built Me" and Blake Shelton's "Who Are You When I'm Not Looking")
• Chris Hicky (award-eligible videos include Carrie Underwood's "Undo It" and Keith Urban's "Without You")
• David McClister (award-eligible videos include The Band Perry's "If I Die Young" and LeAnn Rimes' "Swingin'")
• Roman White (award-eligible videos include Lady Antebellum's "Hello World" and Kellie Pickler's "Makin' Me Fall in Love Again")

Flatts Fest Volunteers Needed

Exciting news from Rascal Flatts Fam ....  We are taking request for volunteers at 23 of Rascal Flatts shows for some pretty exciting opportunities to be a part of the Flatts Fest! 

It is gonna be an AMAZING tour for Rascal Flatts fans! Not only for the music but the activities and YOUR involvement ~ This is your chance to be part of Flatts Fest! I am so pumped up and ready for this tour and I know you are too! The volunteers will be chosen randomly and approved by management.

Those of you that are wanting to volunteer for Flatts Fest send us your request please email NC Flatt Dog Pound or one of the other team leaders listed on the fam, you can find a list of the leaders at Rascal Flatts Flatt Dog Pound ~ we need your Name (first and last) ~ address (city, state) ~ Cell # ~ E-Mail ~ the show you want to volunteer for (city, state) We need 10 people per show and the entry deadline is April 30, 2011 so send your information in today!!  :)

Flatts Fest is coming to a town near you! 

Get ready for Summer Nights with Rascal Flatts!!

Music City Walk Of Fame Induction Video

On November 7, 2010 Rascal Flatts was inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame.  It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon in Nashville, Tennessee and I was fortunate enough to be there that day. 

This video is not the best, there is a lot of movement ~ every time I moved or anyone in the crowd moved near me it caused my camera to move, add to that I was using my zoom a factor that exaggerated the movement. Also, at one point there is a gentleman behind me on the phone that can be heard. Even so, with all the imperfections I wanted to publish this so others would have the opportunity to hear what Jay, Gary and Joe Don said as they each addressed the crowd that was there for this event. 

I know this is not NEW news but I wanted to share it. I hope you enjoy the video of this historic event. :)

Rascal Flatt Camaro Build

West Coast Customs posted some pics of the Rascal Flatts Red Camaro build that will air this Sunday, April 17, 2011 on Discover HD Theater.  Be sure to tune in and see what Rascal Flatts challenges their friend Ryan Friedlinghaus to create.... a car built around a song. It's pretty awesome!!

Check out WCC blog for more pics!

Rascal Flatts Red Camaro on West Coast Customs

West Coast Customs has tricked out an awesome Red Camaro for Rascal Flatts.  Joe Don tweeted pics of the car when they were in California making the Justin Bieber video and the car was presented to Rascal Flatts in Nashville during CRS last month.


WCC will air the show about the build on April 17, 2011. Rascal Flatts stated during a radio interview that the car will be given away to one lucky fan at the end of the tour so stay tune for more info on that contest.

Check out the video of the show premier from WCC You Tube.

Also, check out the theme song for WCC.  Great job Rascal Flatts :)

Rascal Flatts Among Contributing Artist On Countrypolitan Duets

Rascal Flatts has contributed back up vocals to You're The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me featuring Ray Price on the album Countrypolitan Duets by Anna Wilson.

The album is a project by Anna Wilson and her husband Monty Powell that has duets featuring Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum and more.

From GAC's review it states what so many are surely thinking when they listen to this retro country / jazz album.

Though Rascal Flatts’ R&B side shines while providing backing vocal harmonies for Anna and Ray, we’re left wanting to hear Flatts’ frontman Gary LeVox try his hand at jazz and deliver a line solo.

Great album for your collection! Available on iTunes now.

Another Top 10 Single for Rascal Flatts

Congratulations Rascal Flatts on your 25th Top 10 Single 

I Won't Let Go

Rascal Flatts current single I Won't Let Go has climbed the ranks as Rascal Flatts 25th song to become a Top 10 hit for the group.  

Thank you to all the radio stations that are supporting Rascal Flatts music with air play and to all the fans that are requesting this beautiful song.

Nothing Like This is Currently #3 on Billboard's Country Album's Chart. 

Rascal Flatts Among Artist to Pay Tribute to Superstar Women Of Country

Rascal Flatts will be one of several artist performing Monday, April 4, 2011 as part of the Girls Night Out celebration held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. They are scheduled to perform a duet with Reba, one of the eight superstar female artist to be honored. 

The show will be recorded and is scheduled to air Friday, April 22, 2011 at 9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT on CBS.  

For more information and ticket availability please visit the ACM website.