Tennessee Transitioning to Mobile Ticketing for 2020-21

Tennessee Transitioning to Mobile Ticketing for 2020-21

Posted on July 2, 2020
UT Mobile Ticketing / Credit: UT Athletics

After successfully introducing a mobile ticketing option for single-game football tickets in 2019, Tennessee Athletics is transitioning to mobile ticketing for all ticket options across all ticketed sports in 2020-21.

Mobile tickets, which exist digitally on smart phones and are scanned when entering an athletic venue, promote health and safety via contactless entry while also enhancing convenience and efficiency by easing flow through venue entry points.

“With the ever-changing landscape surrounding athletics due to COVID-19, we realized the safest way to provide tickets is through the use of mobile delivery, with tickets being sent digitally to the account holder’s registered email address,” Associate Athletics Director for Fan Experience & Sales Jimmy Delaney said.

Mobile tickets also provide heightened security against counterfeit or stolen tickets.

Tennessee fans who find themselves unable to attend certain games now have the ability to conveniently transfer tickets to friends or family members digitally, without the need for shipping or swapping physical tickets in person.

Mobile ticketing will be available for Tennessee football, volleyball, basketball, baseball and softball.

Step-by-step instructions, helpful tips and answers to frequently asked questions are available at: UTsports.com/DigitalTickets

Ticket holders who don’t have a smart phone or do not utilize email may call the Tennessee Athletic Ticket Office at 1-800-332-VOLS (8657) to talk through their options.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO UTILIZE MOBILE TICKETING?

  • Ticket holders need a smart phone, access to their AllVols.com account and a digital wallet app—which is free.
  • iPhone users can add their tickets to their Apple Wallet by selecting the “Add to Apple Wallet” icon within their AllVols.com order confirmation email.
  • Similarly, Android users can add tickets to their Android-based wallet app with the same “Add to Wallet” icon within their AllVols.com order confirmation email.
  • Tennessee Athletics highly recommends downloading tickets to one’s digital wallet app prior to arriving at the game venue to avoid potential connectivity issues.

-UT Athletics

Watch Jason Aldean’s Family-Friendly New Video for “Got What I Got”

Watch Jason Aldean’s Family-Friendly New Video for “Got What I Got”

Posted on July 2, 2020

Jason Aldean released a new video for his Top 20 single, “Got What I Got.” Penned by Thomas Archer, Alex Palmer and Michael Tyler, “Got What I Got” is featured on Jason’s 2019 album, 9.

“When I first heard ‘Got What I Got,’ it reminded me of something Boyz II Men would do . . . almost like a 90s R&B throwback song,” says Jason. “It’s just not something you really hear in country music that much. Plus, now more than ever, I think we’re all just being reminded how to appreciate the people we love.”

The new video, which was directed by Shaun Silva and filmed in Destin, Fla., features Jason, wife Brittany and their family.

“We’d been down at the beach during quarantine and have had a lot of time to to appreciate each other,” says Jason. “With a skeleton video crew and social distancing, it was an all-hands-on-deck shoot that made for a little twist at the end.”

Watch Jason’s new video below.

photo by AFF-USA.com

Lady A, Brad Paisley, Tim McGraw & More to Perform During “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular”

Lady A, Brad Paisley, Tim McGraw & More to Perform During “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular”

Posted on July 2, 2020

Lady A, Tim McGraw and Brad Paisley are among the artists performing during the 44th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular on July 4. Additional performers include The Killers, John Legend and The Black Eyed Peas.

Today show anchor Craig Melvin will host the two-hour televised event in New York City. After the performances, the show will feature a fireworks display from each of NYC’s five boroughs that were recorded throughout the week, followed by a live grand finale.

Tune in to NBC at 7 p.m. CT on July 4 to catch all of the action. An encore presentation will follow at 9 p.m. CT.

photo by TCD

Nashville’s “Let Freedom Sing” Virtual Concert on July 4 to Feature Tenille Townes, John Hiatt, Keb’ Mo’ & More

Nashville’s “Let Freedom Sing” Virtual Concert on July 4 to Feature Tenille Townes, John Hiatt, Keb’ Mo’ & More

Posted on July 2, 2020

Nashville will be celebrating our nation’s 244th birthday with a virtual concert—Let Freedom Sing—on July 4.

The virtual show will feature performances by John Hiatt, Lilly Hiatt, Keb’ Mo’ and Tenille Townes. Nashville residents can watch locally via television on News Channel 5 at 9 p.m. CT, while fans in other locales can stream the event on newschannel5.com.

Let Freedom Sing is typically held in downtown Nashville, however, the event is virtual this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

photos by Tammie Arroyo, AFF-USA.com

Robert Earl Keen’s “Virtual Fourth on the River” Concert to Feature Cody Canada, Willow City Music & Josh Morningstar

Robert Earl Keen’s “Virtual Fourth on the River” Concert to Feature Cody Canada, Willow City Music & Josh Morningstar

Posted on July 2, 2020

Robert Earl Keen will stream his Virtual Fourth on the River concert on July 4 at 7 p.m. CT via Facebook and YouTube.

The live concert broadcast from REK’s Snake Barn Movie Ranch Studio in Kerrville, Texas, will feature performances from Robert Earl Keen and band, Cody Canada, Willow City Music and special guest Josh Morningstar.

“We are excited to be able to continue our annual Fourth of July celebration by moving the concert online for our fans nationwide, and the best part is you don’t have to leave your yard or try to find a place to park to enjoy the fun,” says Robert Earl.

Originally slated to take place on the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, Texas, the concert was moved to a virtual event due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

photo by Curtis Hilbun, AFF-USA.com

Jimmie Allen Announces New 7-Song EP, “Bettie James,” Featuring Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley, Mickey Guyton & More

Jimmie Allen Announces New 7-Song EP, “Bettie James,” Featuring Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley, Mickey Guyton & More

Posted on July 1, 2020

Jimmie Allen will release a new collaborative EP, Bettie James, on July 10.

The seven-song EP features a host of guest artists, including Brad Paisley, Charley Pride, Darius Rucker, Mickey Guyton, Nelly, Noah Cyrus, The Oak Ridge Boys, Rita Wilson, Tauren Wells and Tim McGraw.

“I am a fan of every artist on this project and humbled to have each one of them be a part of it,” says Jimmie. “Each artist has touched the life of my dad, my grandmother and me through their music. I’m proud of this body of music and thankful to every writer that helped me create Bettie James.”

The new EP takes its moniker from Jimmie’s late father (James Allen) and late grandmother (Bettie Snead).

“My dad and grandmom were two completely different people, but both played a huge part in my life,” says Jimmie. “Since they died, I have been wanting to leave trails of their legacies throughout my music.”

Jimmie co-produced the new project with Ash Bowers. The EP’s lead single, “This Is Us,” featuring Noah Cyrus, was released in March.

In 2018, Jimmie released his debut album, Mercury Lane, which features No. 1 hits “Best Shot” and “Make Me Want To.”

photo by O\’Connor, AFF-USA.com

Billboard Country Airplay Chart Sees Movement on All-Time List This Week

Billboard Country Airplay Chart Sees Movement on All-Time List This Week

Posted on July 1, 2020

By scoring his 31st No. 1 single (“Here and Now”) this week, Kenny Chesney extended his lead on the all-time list for most No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, which was created in 1990.

Kenny first No. 1 on the chart was “She’s Got It All” in 1997.

Most No. 1 Singles on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart

  1. Kenny Chesney: 31
  2. Tim McGraw: 29
  3. Blake Shelton: 27
  4. George Strait: 26
  5. Alan Jackson: 26

Notes

  • Tim’s current single, “I Called Mama,” is No. 18 on the Airplay chart after eight weeks.
  • Blake’s current single, “Nobody But You,” featuring Gwen Stefani, is No. 6 on the Airplay chart after 26 weeks. The tune topped the chart for two weeks in April/May 2020.
  • Kenny will release his new single, “Happy Does,” to country radio on July 20.
  • Neither George Strait nor Alan Jackson has a single on the chart.
  • Luke Bryan is in sixth place on the all-time list with 22 No. 1 singles on the Airplay chart. His current single, “One Margarita,” is No. 2 on the chart this week.

photos: Blake Shelton by TCD; Tim McGraw by Curtis Hilbun, AFF-USA.com; Kenny Chesney by E.M., AFF-USA.com

Watch Lindsay Ell’s Visualizer Video for New Album’s Lead Single, “Want Me Back”

Watch Lindsay Ell’s Visualizer Video for New Album’s Lead Single, “Want Me Back”

Posted on July 1, 2020

Lindsay Ell released a new visualizer video for “wAnt me back,” the lead single from her upcoming concept album, heart theory (Aug. 14).

Produced by Dann Huff, heart theory is comprised of 12 tracks that journey through each stage of grief: shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, testing and acceptance.

Penned by Lindsay, Kane Brown, Matt McGinn and Lindsay Rimes, “wAnt me back” will impact country radio on July 13.

“If theory is the science of music, heart theory is the science of a heart,” says Lindsay. “I hope this roadmap can be a comfort if you need it, reassurance when you need to remember to believe in yourself or maybe just a glimpse into a memory that’s made you who you are.”

The song titles have been stylize in lowercase with sporadic capital letters to reflect the spelling of the name of the album, while the album’s title has also been stylized in lowercase.

Watch Lindsay’s visualizer video for “wAnt me back” below.

heart theory Track List & Songwriters
shock
1. “Hits me” (Lindsay Ell, Tyler Hubbard, Corey Crowder)
denial
2. “how good” (Lindsay Ell, Brandy Clark)
3. “i don’t lovE you” (Adam Hambrick, Melissa Fuller, Neil Medley)
anger
4. “wAnt me back” (Lindsay Ell, Kane Brown, Matt McGinn, Lindsay Rimes)
5. “get oveR you” (Lindsay Ell, Gordie Sampson, Kelly Archer)
6. “wrong girl” (Lindsay Ell, Steph Jones, Matt McGinn, Luke Niccoli)
bargaining
7. “body language of a breakup” (Lindsay Ell, Laura Veltz, Sam Ellis)
depression
8. “good on you” (Lindsay Ell, Sam Ellis, Micah Premnath)
testing
9. “The oTHEr side” (Lindsay Ell, Jessie Jo Dillon, Matt McGinn)
10. “gO to” (Lindsay Ell, Nicolle Gaylon, Jordan Reynolds)
acceptance
11. “make you” (Lindsay Ell, Brandy Clark)
12. “ReadY to love” (Lindsay Ell, Jessie Jo Dillon, Matt McGinn, Joey Hyde)

photo by Curtis Hilbun, AFF-USA.com

2020 Minor League Baseball including Tennessee Smokies season canceled

2020 Minor League Baseball including Tennessee Smokies season canceled

Posted on June 30, 2020

Minor League Baseball announced today that there will not be a 2020 Minor League Baseball season. The health and safety of our fans, players and staff members is our top priority. We look forward to creating more memories that last a lifetime at Smokies Stadium.

Tennessee Smokies logo / Credit: Smokies Baseball

ABOUT THE TENNESSEE SMOKIES

The Tennessee Smokies are the Double-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. Members of the ten-team Southern League, Smokies baseball has been entertaining families and fans of America’s national pastime in the East Tennessee region for over 100 years. To learn more about the Tennessee Smokies, visit www.smokiesbaseball.com.

-Tennessee Smokies

“Johnny Majors: Straight Ahead” To Air on ESPNU on July 3

“Johnny Majors: Straight Ahead” To Air on ESPNU on July 3

Posted on June 30, 2020
Johnny Majors / Credit: 99.1 The Sports Animal

KNOXVILLE – “Johnny Majors: Straight Ahead,” an hour-long documentary celebrating the life and legacy of the late Tennessee legend and College Football Hall of Famer, will debut at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, July 3 on ESPNU and then re-air at noon ET on Sunday, July 5 on WVLT-TV Channel 8 in Knoxville.

The VFL Films documentary features interviews with former Vol players and coaches and takes a look at the storied career of Majors, which began in 1954 as a player and continued as head coach in 1977.

ESPNU will devote five hours of Majors tribute coverage on Friday beginning with Tennessee’s 1991 Sugar Bowl comeback victory over Virginia at 6 p.m. ET. The Vols used a 20-point fourth quarter and a pair of Tony Thompson touchdowns to rally for a 23-22 win to cap the program’s 100th anniversary season in Majors’ 14th year as head coach. Following the documentary, the network will show the 1977 Sugar Bowl featuring Majors’ Pitt team defeating Georgia.

A 1987 inductee of the National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame, Majors played for the Volunteers from 1954-56, served as an assistant coach from 1957-59 and later was Tennessee’s head football coach from 1977-92. He passed away on June 3 at the age of 85.

Majors’ No. 45 was retired by his alma mater in 2012—one of only eight to earn that distinction. A native of Lynchburg, Tennessee, he was a two-time Southeastern Conference Player of the Year, a unanimous All-American in 1956 and the Heisman Trophy runner-up that same season.

Majors returned to his alma mater and was 116-62-6 as head coach for the Vols with three conference championships (1985, 1989 and 1990) and 12 bowl appearances.

-UT Athletics

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