Chevy Presents CMA Awards Kickoff Concert

Posted by Courtney Drake on 11/05/2008
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Rodney-Atkins-in-CMA-calendar-08 Chevy is ushering in the 2008 CMA Awards with the Chevy CMA Awards Kickoff Concert on Tuesday, Nov. 11, the day before the 42nd Annual CMA Awards. The free concert will feature live music from Rodney Atkins, Kevin Costner and Modern West, the Eli Young Band and Heidi Newfield. The outdoor concert, which will take place in downtown Nashville, will be hosted by XM Radio's Jon Anthony.Kim Kosak, Chevrolet general director of advertising and sales promotions stated, "Here at Chevy, we're passionate about showcasing the energy and authenticity of Country artists as only live music can. As the Official Ride of Country Music, we're proud to build our brand around such an exciting event as the CMA Awards while presenting some of the hottest new acts around on this year's Chevy CMA Awards Kickoff Concert."Concertgoers will also have the opportunity to enter sweepstakes, pick up memorabilia and have their picture taken with lifesize images of Chevy Country artists. The schedule for the event is as follows:Location:       Sommet Center Plaza at Fifth Avenue and BroadwaySchedule:      Tuesday, Nov. 114 p.m.             Heidi Newfield4:45 p.m.        Rodney Atkins5:45 p.m.        Eli Young Band6:30 p.m.        Kevin Costner and Modern West