The latest news from Sugarlandhttp://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/03/03/medium.j23n3f0one51.jpg" /><br /><p>Sugarblogs are heading to the home of the Harbors, Red Sox and Terriers. Let's hear it, Boston!<br /><br /> Do you remember your experience from the May 20, 2011 concert at the Comcast Center? <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/841" target="_blank">Here's your chance</a> to share with us, so let's hear it Sugarfans!<br /><br /> Haven't quite figured out what the Sugarblogs are about?</p> <p><br /> Well here's what it's all about<br /><br /> We love to hear about each and every fan's experience from our shows all over the nation. And now we want to share them right here on Sugarlandmusic.com! Every week, we will display a set list at random from one of our 2011 shows. If you attended the concert from the setlist of the week, we want you to share your experience with us and the fans in the Sugarland Fan Blog forum. Your blogs can include fan encounters, show recaps, favorite memories and anything else from your Sugarland concert! We will choose an entry for each concert that will be displayed as a weekly feature on Sugarlandmusic.com AND you will win that signed set list from YOUR concert!<br /><br /> So if you went to the May 20, 2011 concert in Boston, it's your turn! <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/841" target="_blank">Click here to submit!</a></p> <p><br /><br /></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 10 May 2012 10:25:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/78011<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/09/08/medium.31dwcmjl17q6.jpg" /><br /><p><strong>Blog by Kristen</strong><br /><br /> Hi, my name is Kristen Day. I'm 16, and May 13, 2011 was one of the best times of my life! I remember it so vividly and I frequently look back at the awesome pictures and videos I captured during the night.<br /><br /> When I first found out that Sugarland would be coming to Cleveland, I knew I had to go because I had gone to their two previous shows in Cleveland and I absolutely LOVED them! The only problem was it was on the date of my parent's 25th Anniversary and they said they would not be able to take me. I was so disappointed and I brought it up to my brother. He and I started thinking and wondered if they wouldn't take us. What better than a Sugarland concert for an Anniversary gift?! We both checked online looking for the best seats possible and four months before the show, my brother and I purchased four tickets to see Sugarland!<br /><br /> My brother goes to college down in Cincinnati, so he worked his schedule out to come home that day to help make my parent's anniversary so special. We decided to make it a surprise because we figured they would love not only the concert, but my brother being home. The night of the twelfth came and my brother waltzed through the door with the tickets. My parents were beyond surprised, yet completely excited!<br /><br /> The next day I could hardly concentrate in school. I was so excited that I could openly talk about the concert without trying to hide the surprise from my parents! Since I had been to two Sugarland concerts prior, I didn't think they could top the previous ones, but boy was I wrong! The show started with Matt Nathanson, who I loved before the show, but it made an even bigger fan out of me. Next, LBT rocked the stage.<br /><br /> The time finally came for Sugarland, and there was no better feeling than the pavilion being pitch black and the opening chords to "All We Are" starting! Jennifer and Kristian never fail to make me laugh and forget my troubles at their shows, and this one was no different! Every time they come to Cleveland, Jennifer manages to make a joke about the toilets overflowing from when they were at the Browns Stadium with Kenny Chesney. There were many jokes cracked during the night, and that is one reason why I love Sugarland so much!<br /><br /> Jennifer and Kristian had so much energy throughout the concert, bouncing all over the stage, interacting with fans. Kristian even ventured out into the audience to give a little girl a guitar! It was obvious that they all genuinely love their job of entertaining the crowd and they interacted with us on a personal level! We feared that it might rain during the concert, but it held out until literally the second they got off of the stage.<br /><br /> My family and I walked our way through the rain back out to the main area where the merchandise was being sold (where I bought a T-shirt and poster before the show started) and none other than Matt Nathanson was standing there! My brother and I stayed to get his autograph and a picture with him while my parents went back to the car. He was such an amazing guy! My parents couldn't thank us enough for the gift we gave them. We were so happy that we could do this for them! It was not only a bonding experience for my family, but also a chance to get to see my favorite duo in person! It wasn't an unlucky Friday the 13th after all!<br /><br /> Thank you Kristen for taking the time to tell us your story! View other Cleveland blogs <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/blog-campaign-6" target="_blank">here.</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 09 May 2012 12:55:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/77741<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/08/04/medium.l74b75wox3e3.jpg" /><br /><p>We're so excited that we just had to share this news! Have you heard about ABC's "Duets?" Well, our very own Jennifer Nettles will be featured on it not as a judge, but as a competitor. That's right, Jennifer, Robin Thicke, Kelly Clarkson, and John Legend will each be teaming up with a pair of undiscovered singers to show them the ropes and help them develop their sound.<br /><br /> It's a dream come true for the eight singers chosen to compete on the show. They come from around the country and now they'll be able to show the world their talent with some help from Jennifer, Robin, Kelly, and John. We know we can't wait to see what they can do!<br /><br /> Duets airs May 24 8/7c. If you want a sneak peek, check out <a href="http://gma.yahoo.com/video/tv-26594281/kelly-clarkson-john-legend-to-team-with-amateurs-29213946.html" target="_blank">this behind-the-scenes interview</a><br /><br /> We love the idea of Duets and it got us thinking. . .if you could choose a song to sing as a duet with Jennifer what it be?</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 09 May 2012 09:25:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/77641<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/14/00/medium.43d61aa8wfjn.jpeg" /><br /><p>Sugarblogs are heading to the Rock Roll capital of the world. Show us what youve got, Clevelanders!</p> <p><br /> Do you remember your experience from the May 13, 2011 concert at the Blossom Music Center? We want to hear em if you do! <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/771" target="_blank">Heres your chance</a> to share with us!</p> <p><br /> Havent figured out what the Sugarblogs are all about?</p> <p></p> <p>Well heres what its all about</p> <p></p> <p>We love to hear about each and every fans experience from our shows all over the nation. And now we want to share them right here on Sugarlandmusic.com! Every week, we will display a set list at random from one of our 2011 shows.</p> <p></p> <p>If you attended the concert from the setlist of the week, we want you to share your experience with us and the fans in the Sugarland Fan Blog forum. Your blogs can include fan encounters, show recaps, favorite memories and anything else from your Sugarland concert! We will choose an entry for each concert that will be displayed as a weekly feature on Sugarlandmusic.com AND you will win that signed set list from YOUR concert!</p> <p></p> <p>So if you went to the May 13, 2011 concert in Cleveland, its your turn! <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/771" target="_blank">Click here to submit!</a></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 02 May 2012 10:35:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/76041<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/12/15/medium.29ss8g2ra0kg.jpg" /><br /><p>We played in North Carolina for two nights this weekend and after an amazing first show in Charlotte we didnt think it could get any better. After all, Charlotte set the bar pretty high!<br /> <br /> You Raleigh, were loud and on your feet for the entire show. So loud that during the show Jennifer took a minute to comment on how pretty you sounded and later called the sound of your voices "madness" (in a good way of course)!<br /> <br /> Hilarious props go to the creator of the sign that read, "If you play We Run Jennifer, we owe you a 1927 bottle of Madeira wine and Kristian, we owe you a Star Wars robe and light saber!" Kristian promised to wear the robe on stage and Jennifer to wear her hair like Princess Leia but she would not wear the gold bikini on stage!<br /> <br /> Please note: we do not take bribes to play songs! Even if the bribes involve Star Wars robes and 1927 bottles of Madeira wine.<br /> <br /> We usually like to keep the encore songs a secret but this one we have to tell you about! As you may already know, Dave Stewart (you may know him from the band The Eurythmics) is joining us on this tour. Together for one of our encore songs we sang "Would I Lie to You." And well, we cant lie to you, it was amazing!<br /> <br /> Thank you for being a part of the show Raleigh! We will see you next time. Use the comments below to give us your concert report. Tell us about your night!</p> <p></p> <p><img border="0" height="561" src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/RaleighNCSETLIST.jpg" width="495" /></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:00:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/75231<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/15/06/medium.1ssghs57mw43.jpg" /><br /><p>Charlotte, you were an incredible part of the "In Your Hands" tour last night when we played at the Charlotte Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre.</p> <p></p> <p>We were amazed to see many of you take the "create your own sign challenge" to a whole new level when you held up a huge banner requesting "Little Miss." We couldnt miss it! Or what about the Do Not Disturb sign or all of the signs with blinking lights? Great craftmanship! As Jennifer would say, it must have been a crazy "crafternoon!"</p> <p></p> <p>About halfway through singing "Baby Girl", Jennifer stopped the band. She saw 9 year old Anna Buzzard in the crowd singing EVERY SINGLE WORD. So we put Anna on stage and thats the picture you see in the blog. Sista had soul!</p> <p></p> <p>How about the bands request "Ice Ice Baby"? And what about our opening acts? Did you enjoy the talented <a href="http://canaansmith.com/" target="_blank">Canaan Smith</a> and <a href="http://davestewart.com/" target="_blank">Dave Stewart</a>?</p> <p></p> <p>Thats it for now Charlotte. So many great memories to remember you by. Now its your turn. Were you in Charlotte last evening? Let us know in the comments below and share your stories!</p> <p></p> <p><img border="0" height="580" src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/CharlotteNCVASETLIST.jpg" width="506" /></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:55:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/75011<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/09/02/medium.j81f18965a8v.jpg" /><br /><p>Maybe it was the rain leading up to the show or maybe it was that Virginia Beach breeze...whatever it was there was something special in the air last night.</p> <p></p> <p>Somehow, right before the show started we ended up with extra Sugarpit tickets! We were able to make some Sugarpeeps with lawn tickets very very happy by surprising them with tickets up front!</p> <p></p> <p>And while were on the subject of surprises, the second most requested song on the website was none other than Def Leppards classic "Pour Some Sugar on Me". What can we say? When you request it we play it!</p> <p></p> <p>Were dying to know, what did you think about 11 year old (yes we said 11 year old) <a href="http://www.alanaspringsteen.com/" target="_blank">Alana Springsteen</a> who came on stage with us to sing "Baby Girl"? Pretty impressive right? Were big fans too!</p> <p></p> <p><object height="315" width="560"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/n0YKzgJBiN8?version=3&hl=en_US" /><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/n0YKzgJBiN8?version=3&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560"></embed></object></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>Were you in Virginia Beach with us last evening? Sound off in the comments and tell us about your night!</p> <p></p> <p><img border="0" height="462" src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/VirginiaBeachVASETLIST.jpg" width="462" /></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:00:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/74801<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/11/15/medium.qc766rq8kdh7.jpg" /><br /><p>Last month we spent some time in Vegas for the ACM Awards and it got us thinking about bets. You already know that our tour is, well, in your hands and that were letting<a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_blank" title="Sugarland In the Hands of the Fans Tour">you request which songs</a>we play each and every night of our tour. So we figured it might be fun to give all our Sugarfriends a chance to guess which of our songs would be the most requested by the end of the tour.</p> <p></p> <p>Heres how it works: Guess which of our songs will be<strong>top 10 most requested</strong>and add your 10 song picks to the comments before Wednesday, May 2. At the end of the tour, well tally which songs were most requested and the person to name the most songs on the list wins! We havent decided exactly just what were giving away yet, but it will be awesome. So place your bet today and tell your friends.</p> <p></p> <p>Just a quick note You can choose any song that weve performed on our album or live. But the songs requested as singles, dont count! So when compiling your list, dont include the following songs:</p> <p></p> <ul> <li>- "Baby Girl"</li> <li>- "Something More"</li> <li>- "Just Might (Make Me Believe)"</li> <li>- "Down in Mississippi (Up to No Good)"</li> <li>- "Want To"</li> <li>- "Settlin"</li> <li>- "Everyday America"</li> <li>- "Stay"</li> <li>- "All I Want to Do"</li> <li>- "Already Gone"</li> <li>- "It Happens"</li> <li>- "Joey"</li> <li>- "Stuck Like Glue"</li> <li>- "Little Miss"</li> <li>- "Tonight"</li> <li>- "Run"</li> </ul> <p></p> <p>We cant wait to see how you place your bets! Whose bets will fall in their favor?</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks</strong></p> <p><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour! </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club </a></p> <p><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum </a></p> <p><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter </a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:55:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/73501<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/15/04/medium.h7qu69u8et7g.jpg" /><br /><p>What an honor to be part of Mississippi State Universitys Super Bulldog Weekend! Earlier in the day, we got to watch the annual maroon and white spring football scrimmage and right before the show, head football coach Dan Mullen presented with our very own cowbell! Staying true to bulldog tradition, we played a little cowbell at the show too.</p> <p></p> <p>Did you know there were 17 THOUSAND of you at the show? Wow! And even better, were all of your signs! One fan had a sign that was cut into the shape of a hand. Jennifer cheered him on, "Wow! Look how the crafty that is, you have been crafting it up!"</p> <p></p> <p>Another sign said "Its my moms 62nd bday and first Sugarland concert" Jennifer said "I want to start having what she is having because SHE LOOKS SO GOOD!" We also brought 17 year old Justin Young from Chattanooga up on stage to sing his request, "Tennessee". He sang and danced with Jennifer!</p> <p></p> <p>Special thank you to all of the MSU college students who helped with clean up, set up and breakdown. You are loved!</p> <p></p> <p><img border="0" height="504" src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/StarkvilleSETLIST-1.jpg" width="447" /></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 20:40:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/73671<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/03/10/medium.664h1fs6lo0o.jpg" /><br /><p>Last night in Thackerville, Oklahoma was extraordinary! It was the perfect night for say...an engagement!</p> <p></p> <p>Earlier in the night Mich proposed to his girlfriend and in true Sugarfan fashion, the newly engaged couple brought a sign with them to the show announcing their engagement! The sign read "We just got engaged- do you want to see the ring?" Jennifer laughed saying, "Thats like a rhetorical question. Of course I want to see the ring. Bring your fiance up too, he did pay for the ring!" Kristian then brought them on stage and joked, "I hope they know how to dance, because you two are coming on stage to dance!"</p> <p></p> <p>There were a number of people who traveled north from the great state of Texas to see us last night. Jennifer saw a little girl from Texas in the crowd with her mom, Terry. They chatted from stage and had a little heart to heart.</p> <p><br /> We could not believe the number of great signs in the crowd which made it even more difficult to choose which songs to play. One sign led Jennifer to say, "This sign is laminated! Are you a teacher?!"</p> <p></p> <p>Were you in Thackerville with us? Talk about your show experience in the comments.</p> <p></p> <p><img border="0" height="438" src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/Day2ThackervilleSETLISTv2.jpg" width="442" /></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 20:55:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/73591<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/05/06/medium.d98b9n202204.jpg" /><br /><p>Thanks to everyone who turned out for night one in Thackerville, Oklahoma! The night was unforgettable and we had so much fun meeting you all, starting with our "Everyday America" guest, Katelyn. It was her 18th birthday and she spent it with us. Thanks for sharing your big day with us, Katelyn!</p> <p></p> <p>Then Gabbys sign caught our eye. You can check it out right above this picture and you can bet theres a story behind it! It read: "There has to be a Kristian for Every Girl Like Me! And the reward for Gabbys creativity? We played her song. Keep the faith, Gabby. We know youll find your Kristian out there somewhere!</p> <p></p> <p>During "Baby Girl," Jennifer brought Mark on stage and we tried to call his own, baby girl, his 24 year-old daughter, Sarah. She didnt pick up until the middle of the song. But when she did, Mark was SO excited. She told her dad and Jennifer that she was studying and couldnt make the show, but had been to many other Sugarland concerts.</p> <p></p> <p>A HUGE thank you to everyone who joined us last night, and if youre joining us for night two in Thackerville we will see you in just a few hours!</p> <p></p> <p>Your setlist is available here:</p> <p><img border="0" height="499" src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/Thackervilleday1SETLIST.jpg" width="483" /></p> <p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:45:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/73281<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/10/08/medium.695gv7k9zz12.jpg" /><br /><p>Next Wednesday, April 25, Kristian will step out from behind the guitar to speak to music industry professionals at <a href="http://digitalsummit.org/" target="_blank">Leadership Music's Digital Summit</a>. This year <a href="http://leadershipmusic.org/" target="_blank">Leadership Music</a> has dedicated its full agenda to social media and its impact on the music space.<br /><br />Kristian will discuss how he personally uses social media to engage with fans along with where he thinks social media is going. This in-depth discussion promises to divulge many of they key secrets that he uses every day. Psstare you following Kristian on Twitter? Check him out <a href="twitter.com/kristianbush" target="_blank">here</a>.<br /><br />The event will take place in downtown Nashville on April 25 at <a href="http://www.tpac.org/" target="_blank">TPAC's Polk Theater</a>.<br /><br />Is there a certain thing that you love most about following Sugarland online? Talk about it in the comments!</p> <p></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks! </strong></span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour! </a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club </a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list </a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum </a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter </a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:30:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/72901<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/10/12/medium.0e60bo7vy44l.jpg" /><br /><p>May 27, 2011</p> <p><br /> Blog by Sandra</p> <p><br /> It was the last week of May and the momentum was building with excitement. It was Sugarland week and I learned that I won m&g passes to this event so it was quite impossible to wipe that big grin I had on my face. Seriously, when a family member looked at me after a while, they just rolled their eyes as they knew what was on my mind. SUGARLAND is Friday! I promise you I was not annoying, but again, I couldn't hide that big 'ole smile! This would be the second time I meet Jennifer & Kristian. And since my sister in-law was going with me, I thought Id give her the other m&g pass, but she kindly declined. After a second of What?, Why?... I decided to see if one of my friends would be, ahem, willing to take this other pass off my hands. Nah, I sincerely wanted to bless someone else with the same experience I had on my first visit with them. So I invited my friend Robyn to the m&g, who I met on the SL boards (a fellow Texan).</p> <p><br /> The day of the concert was a regular Texas scorcher with temps nearing 100 degreesas we discovered taking a bike ride around downtown for a few hours. But as we sat in our chairs later that evening in the Illusion Theatre in the Alamodome (very nice and cold btw), I was increasingly getting nervous about meeting Jennifer & Kristian. I tried to snap out of it, and met up with Robyn. We made our way to meet them. I enjoyed seeing J&K take their time in meeting all their and especially enjoyed seeing a little girl get all shy when she hugged Jennifer and wouldnt let go. Too cute!</p> <p><br /> After Robyn had her special moment with SL, it was my turn. I was the last one in line & a bit nervous but I hid it well and decided to do something differentI had a short conversation with Jennifer in Spanish as I was aware of her being multi-lingual ability. I later translated part of it to Kristian who seemed his cheerful-handsome self (yes, hes quite the handsome man. Did I mention hes handsome?). And yes, they give great hugs. It was just like the first meeting where you feel as though you are catching up with friends and care a great deal for one another. It was genuine. Made me want to spend more time with Jennifer and talk about traveling, food, etc, Kristians talented musical abilities, his beautiful white falcon Gretsch guitarbut I digress. *sigh*</p> <p><br /> Anyhow, I took a picture with them and thanked them for their time. As Im about to leave, Jennifer asks for my name again and she starts chatting a bit more with me. No joke! Anyhow, I leave and give a sigh of relief as I just met up with my friends again (i.e., Jennifer & Kristian). It was my moment of the night. They were so gracious. Then, came the concert. I learned in the m&g that this would be SLs last stop with LBT & Matt Nathanson and so pranks were expected. I had my camera ready. Kristian and SLs band came on stage and pranked Matt by carrying all these different instruments and pretending to play along with them.</p> <p><br /> When Sugarland was midway through their set list, Kimberly & Karen did a drive by prank during the remix of Everyday America", and I was fortunate enough to catch that on video. Of course J&K were all game and continued by singing part of Edge of Seventeen by Stevie Nicks. It was quite entertaining to see Kristian do a bit of a dance, shall we say. But Im no dancer so I can't judge! ;-) Anyhow, vocally and musically, they rocked the stage, sounded wonderful, and played beautifully. They do look like theyre enjoying what they all do up there.<br /><br /> The highlights for me were Incredible Machine, Find the Beat Again (that song doesnt sound the same without Sweet Caroline added to the end), and a song I wasnt expectingSomebody To Love by Queen. WOW!!! Aaron Tap (a part of Matts band), stole the show on that one. Boy can this man sing and what a great ensemble which included Jennifer, Kristian, LBT & Matt Nathanson. They all sounded great from beginning to the end. After the concert ended, Im sure Im not the only one that felt like, I want smore Sugar!</p> <p><br /> The main memory I still have of their concert is their focus on the fans. Even though they are in the spotlight, Jennifer & Kristian always make it a point to connect with the fans from the stage. Getting a wave from them was special as well as getting guitar picks, etc. They truly are entertainers entertaining those who enjoy their music. Sugarland helped to create beautiful memories that evening and what a show! Im so thankful I was able to attend and meet them once again. Thanks Kristian & Jennifer!</p> <p><br /> Thank you Sandra for taking the time to tell us your story! View other San Antonio blogs <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/blog-campaign-5" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks! </strong></span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour! </a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club </a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list </a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum </a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter </a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:20:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/72821<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/10/07/medium.h66g554451u7.jpg" /><br /><p>The In Your Hands Tour is off to a roaring start! As many of you know, we are taking your song requests for each and every show. If you'd like to add your favorite song to our setlist, here's how you can do it:</p> <p></p> <p>1. Up to two days before each show, you can submit your requests online via <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_self">this form</a>. Make sure you fill out the entire form so that we can send YOU the setlist to you the day after the show.</p> <p></p> <p>2. The day of the show we'll be taking your requests via <a href="twitter.com/#!/sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Twitter</a>! Tweet your requests to us using the hashtag <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/search/%23inyourhands" target="_blank">#inyourhands</a></p> <p></p> <p>3. Bring posters to the show with your requests written on them (double points for creativity)! You never know who we'll pull up on stage and what songs we're going to sing! Don't be shy and request a song you haven't heard in a while.</p> <p></p> <p>4. Look for the screens to the left and right of the stage at each show! Before our first opening act and in between our two opening acts we'll be letting you text your vote through your phone. Encourage those around you to do the same if you really want a certain song to win.</p> <p></p> <p>Without futher ado, here is the very first In Your Hands video recap. Learn how Jamie Globerson got to choose the very first song of the tour!</p> <p></p> <p> <object width="560" height="315"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/fIl2ZHgOn2Q?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/fIl2ZHgOn2Q?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks! </strong></span><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour! </a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club </a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list </a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum </a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter </a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:30:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/72421<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/03/01/medium.49rjao91a1th.jpg" /><br /><p>We skipped over from Pikeville to Louisville for our second night in Kentucky.</p> <p></p> <p>Before the show started, we allowed everyone to text in their vote for one of three songs. Normally, we are able to tell within minutes which song is going to win but Louisville, you had it running neck in neck between "Come on Get Higher" and "We Run." The latter ended up winning but only by a few votes!</p> <p></p> <p>We brought our new friend Kaitlyn Gornik on stage for "Everyday America." She had the biggest smile we had ever seen plastered on her face and even brought a few of you in the audience to tears because of how sweet she was.</p> <p></p> <p>We made our way out into the crowd looking for signs with your requests. A+ for creativity Louisville! Jennifer even commented "Wow it looks like you guys had a craft-ernoon! Lots of sparkles out there!"</p> <p></p> <p>One fan had a sign for "Stairway to Heaven" which just happens to be the first song Jennifer learned how to play on a flute! We're open to doing cover songs but we have to have time to prepare. Unless you want to see Jennifer play the flute, you'll probably want to request a song you've heard us play before!</p> <p></p> <p>We brought Ashton from Ohio on stage when we saw that her sign read "My grandma calls me baby girl, she can't be here because of chemo." We called grandma Donna on the phone and played "Baby Girl" just for her.</p> <p></p> <p>Thank you Louisville! You were the loudest crowed yet on the tour and for that we will always be grateful.</p> <p><img src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/LouisvilleSETLIST.jpg" border="0" width="463" height="512" /></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20:05:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/72121<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/02/09/medium.21o53t706arw.jpg" /><br /><p>When we first took the stage in the town of Pikeville, KY we knew we were in for an unforgettable show. The fact that it was Friday the 13th wasn't going to hold us back!</p> <p></p> <p>If we tell you one thing for the future do you promise to make it happen? Bring your signs! Friends, we picked so many signs out of the crowd last night we were spinning in circles.</p> <p></p> <p>The first request out of the audience was made by 5 year old Kendra who came to the show with her mom Cheryl. Kendra, "Joey" was played just for you!</p> <p></p> <p>The second request came from a sign from Angela who traveled all the way from Virginia. Her sign read, "Help me make my dream come true, let me sing 'Steve Earle' with you." With that said, Jennifer invited Angela up on stage, got out her lyric book, turned to the S section and together they sang "Steve Earle."</p> <p></p> <p>And of course, our new friend Dustin who won tickets to our show on the radio and gave the tickets he won to his parents so that they could enjoy a night on the town. We found out and pulled Dustin and his father Billy on stage to choose a song. We played "Stay" for them and gave Billy a small hint that he should let Dustin stay out past his curfew tonight.</p> <p></p> <p>Were you at the show tonight? Talk about it here in the comments. Your wonderful southern hospitality was truly a gift Pikeville. We hope to see you around real soon! If you're heading to another show on the tour, submit your requests <a href="../../../inyourhands" target="_self">here</a>.</p> <p><img src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/PikevilleFinal.jpg" border="0" width="435" height="448" /></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:00:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/71941<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/13/medium.jerq61frkz1k.jpg" /><br /><p>Need to know the SugarBlog dealio? Well here's what it's all about</p> <p></p> <p>We love to hear about each and every fan's experience from our shows all over the nation. And now we want to share them right here on Sugarlandmusic.com! Every week, we will display a set list at random from one of our 2011 shows. If you attended the concert from the setlist of the week, we want you to share your experience with us and the fans in the Sugarland Fan Blog forum. Your blogs can include fan encounters, show recaps, favorite memories and anything else from your Sugarland concert! We will choose an entry for each concert that will be displayed as a weekly feature on Sugarlandmusic.com AND you will win that signed set list from YOUR concert!</p> <p></p> <p>So if you went to the May 27, 2011 concert in San Antonio, it's your turn! <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/751" target="_self">Click here to submit</a>!</p> <p></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/71631<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/05/06/medium.o3e0l9g2edhr.jpg" /><br /><p>Niagara Falls, last night's show at The Avalon Ballroom Theatre was simply fantastic. It may have been cold and a little rainy but that didn't keep you away. We played for a packed house for a second night in a row!</p> <p></p> <p>The funniest show moment of the tour yet, occurred when one of you screamed out, "We like your neon" to Jennifer. She replied, "I am paying tribute to Alan Jackson and chasin' that neon rainbow!"</p> <p></p> <p>Thank you to everyone who brought signs with your song requests. We pulled Stacey and her boyfriend Jeff out of the crowd and up on stage when we saw his sign that read "My Baby Girl" that pointed to Stacey. Jennifer even brushed up on her guitar playing skills playing "Joey" for a lucky signholder in the audience.</p> <p></p> <p>Were you at the show? Were you one of the ones pulled on stage? Talk about it here!</p> <p><img src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/412NiagaraFalls.jpg" border="0" width="377" height="475" /></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 06:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/71511<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/11/10/medium.mkj7037907hu.jpg" /><br /><p>May 6, 2011</p> <p></p> <p class="p1">Blog by Rich</p> <p class="p1"></p> <p class="p2">I am not one that considers himself a . At our age it seems more like writing memoirs but for a Sugarland set sheet, HERE IT GOES! Our trip, or journey, started at least 3 years before the concert. You see, we are new country fans so it wasnt until I heard some Sugarland songs on the radio a few short years ago did I realize the world didnt end with soft rock. I grew to love almost no other band except Sugarland. Then I bought "Live on the Inside" and was blown away. Absolutely loved it. The thing I had to do was slowly convert my better half from soft rock, so I started a slow drip process - in the car, watching music award shows, then I showed the "Live on the Inside" DVD. I got a little stir and began to get a convert.</p> <p class="p2"></p> <p class="p4">The next step was-yep, tickets to Sugarland. When we got the pre-sale notice I was ecstatic! Tickets to Sugarland in AllState Arena 5/6/2011, we were both sooo excited. I ran 3 computers on the presale and got in right away. We were so lucky to get Floor Section 5, Row 5, seats 1 and 2! We couldnt believe it! You see, we had gone through some real emotional times with health issues and passing of close family members. Sugarland became my Sky Hook. I always had you to hang on to when climbing out of a hole. Now the planning began.</p> <p class="p4"></p> <p class="p3">We got the hotel reservation, planned the outfits and the whole thing. We started listening to more Sugarland music and yes, the final month before concert all I listened to was Sugarland. My iPod is almost only Sugarland anyway, but I made sure those were all I heard all 72 songs. I absolutely love the Incredible Machine but found myself hoping that we would hear so many more of the songs from the other albums, they are all so great. We watched the video clips on the website from concerts, YouTube, read the fan write-ups, and couldnt get enough! We have all of the Sugarland CMAs and ACMs, CrossRoads and Soundstage and other country awards shows on DVR for the past several years now and I have them downloaded in clips on my iPhone. I even have the TV show of the Incredible Machine! I have the clip from the "Divas" concert for the troops- all 3 songs Jennifer did! I still cant get enough of them.</p> <p class="p3"></p> <p class="p3">Then, the week of the concert all I wanted to do was get to Rosemont! We submitted our request for Meet & Greet and I started imagining what I could possibly say except stutter (no we didn get the M&G but thats OK). We took off work and left early on that Friday. We checked into the hotel and drove right over to AllState Arena. I talked with the parking log guys getting set up about crowds and where the Sugar Pass members line would be. We found where the best parking would be. We covered all the bases. We went for dinner at Harry Carays, wine, chicken and lots of other Sugarland Fans! and we were ready!</p> <p class="p3"></p> <p class="p3">We had heard Matt Nathans song covered by Sugarland, but never saw him live what a treat he was! Later in the show we saw and that song has become one of my personal favorites between he and Jennifer - how sexy it is! We really loved LBT and by then, the crowd was really revved up. I remember like it was yesterday - the lights going down, the start of the opening organ, the music, stage lights showing Jennifer and Kristian climbing the ramp behind the curtain, the beautiful curtain, "All We Are" starts up and then Jens voice taking control of the entire stadium with "Fire Like Lightning." The crowd was in a roar, screaming and jumping like I have never heard, and then the curtain dropped! Goose bumps even now! Loved Jennifers black outfit! Then came "Stuck Like Glue", "It Happens", "Tonight" (BEAUTIFUL as the video), "Settlin'", "Incredible Machine", "Little Miss", "Stay", "Every Girl Like Me", "Find the Beat Again".</p> <p class="p3"></p> <p class="p3">The stage was enormous and elaborate. Jennifer danced over the bridge with that cool skirt and it swayed with her beat. The jumbotron showing the vault opening to show the pumping away like a beautiful machine. Kristian pumping those guitars, all the time smiling, knowing this concert was a great one! He is soooo cool to watch! All the time the winged heart hanging high and bold on the stage.</p> <p class="p3"></p> <p class="p3">Then LBT Finale! The finale was special. Kristian sang the interlude to the Incredible Machine while Jennifer painted LOVE on the white flag, she handed it to the little girl who paraded it all around the crowd. The drums are beating that familiar beat. LBT came out and Jennifer announced that they were going to record and video, then sell "Stand Up" for the tornado victims in Alabama. What a thrill to be a part of! Chills ran up my back for those poor victims. I am sure Sugarland and LBT always do great songs together, but none could have topped this one! The round jumbotron showing all of us their beautiful performances on the big screen and the crowd was nuts! I very quickly realized that they really do sound as great, and even better, live as they do on their CDs. Most groups cant sound as good live without studio affects. What a magnificent compliment.</p> <p class="p3"></p> <p class="p4">I thank you, Sugarland, for your music because it has healed, comforted and enthused us. And this concert will always be remembered as the best I have ever attended. Thank you for letting me share just one of my experiences with Sugarland. Since then, we saw another concert in 2011 and have 3 on our calendar this year. We cant wait!!</p> <p></p> <p class="p4">Thanks, Rich for the great story! View other blogs from Chicago <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/blog-campaign-4" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:50:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/71481<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/07/02/medium.ltp628np2850.jpg" /><br /><p>Niagara Falls, we are speechless. What a beautiful place to play!</p> <p><br /><br />We were thrilled to help celebrate Liz's birthday with you! Her request "Come On Get Higher" had everyone singing along. Sha la la la Happy Birthday Liz!!And John West, were you in the crowd? We dedicated "Tonight" to you!</p> <p><br /><br />By far, the best way to end the night was when some of you came to the front of the stage and danced with us to "Find The Beat Again." To the girls in the balcony who voted on <a href="https://twitter.com/sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, thanks for helping make tonight's set list a unforgettable!</p> <p><br /><br />How about we do this again tonight? Say 8:30 at The Avalon Ballroom Theatre right across from Niagara Falls? See you there!</p> <p></p> <p>The night's setlist:</p> <p><img src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/NF1SETLIST.jpg" border="0" width="392" height="434" /></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:05:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/71281<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/08/03/medium.w32rai1m55hc.jpg" /><br /><p>What an incredible night Y-town! Two packed houses two nights in a row? O-hi-o, you've out done yourselves!</p> <p></p> <p>It was a chilly day today but that didn't stop anyone from getting in line for the Sugarpit early. You submitted the perfect requests to our little Youngstown jukebox! So many amazing people showed up with their song requests tonight.</p> <p></p> <p>First there was Kelly who traveled all the way from Hawaii. For you, we played an oldie but a goodie, Fly Away! Thanks for keeping us on our toes.</p> <p></p> <p>To Michelle, who we pulled up on stage during "Baby Girl." We couldn't help ourselves when we saw your sign that said it was your dream to sing on stage! You were fabulous and in case you didn't notice, we even turned up your mic a little!</p> <p><br /> <br /> To everyone who brought signs with their requests...thank you!</p> <p><br /> <br /> Were you a part of the show tonight? Talk about it in the comments or on the forum!</p> <p></p> <p><img src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/4612Ytown.jpg" border="0" width="396" height="468" /></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:25:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/70411<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/15/07/medium.17h3w3au9828.jpg" /><br /><p>Wow Toledo! What can we say? We could not have asked for a better crowd for opening night.</p> <p></p> <p>The day started for many Sugarpass members who got in line at 2am for the Sugarpit. Yes, you heard right - 2am! You know who we're talkin' to.</p> <p></p> <p>Staying true to the nature of putting the tour "In Your Hands," the show's setlist was determined by YOU, the fans. And boy did you help clean out the cobwebs! When's the last time we played "County Line" and "One Blue Sky?"</p> <p></p> <p>The biggest surprise of the night? We spotted a girl in the crowd with a sign that read "Please call my dad when you play 'Baby Girl'" so we pulled her up on stage and did just that! We dedicated the song to her dad, John.</p> <p></p> <p>We also pulled the cutie seen in the picture above up on stage to give us a hand!</p> <p></p> <p>Were you here for opening night in Toledo? The comments and forum are open for you to discuss! What song did you enjoy most?</p> <p></p> <p><img src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/4512ToledoOH-1.jpg" border="0" width="410" height="388" /></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p> <p></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:10:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/70101<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/07/04/medium.1x5r26ih75z1.jpg" /><br /><p>We can hardly believe the day has finally come, our "In Your Hands" Tour begins today!</p> <p></p> <p>Big thanks to everyone who has submitted their requests for the shows and for rehearsals so far. You helped us prepare for this tour by requesting which songs you wanted to hear during rehersals, so it's only fair that you get to see the setlist right?</p> <p></p> <p>RIGHT!</p> <p><img src="http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w401/sugarlandmusic/Rehearsal3jpg.jpg" border="0" width="410" height="614" /></p> <p>Psst...if you haven't requested which songs you want to hear at your show, <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_self">do it here!</a> By the way, the X's are a surprise. We can't give it all away now can we?!</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#!/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 07:45:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/69931<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/05/07/medium.xlqyfo4d3r39.jpg" /><br /><p>Windy City, we know you have GREAT story for us to hear!</p> <p></p> <p>What experiences did you have from our May 6, 2011 concert in Chicago, Illinois? We want to know every little detail that you enjoyed at the show in the Allstate Arena! We know you had a blast so tell us all about it, Chi-Town!</p> <p></p> <p>Find out how to submit your's <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/711" target="_blank">here</a>!</p> <p></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:30:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/69861<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/03/07/medium.zv1262565z85.jpg" /><br /><p>May 28, 2011 - Baton Rouge, LA</p> <p></p> <p>Blog by: Katherine</p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>Being from New Orleans, I can't help but love a good party, but I am especially fond of SugarParties!</p> <p></p> <p>I have seen Sugarland play twice in Baton Rouge, once in 2010 with the amazing Indigo Girls at the RiverCenter, and again on May 28th, 2011 at Bayou Country Superfest in the legendary Tiger Stadium. That year, it was my third of five total times being a part of the Incredible Machine, and Sugarland did not disappoint! They gave us Louisianians the party we came for!</p> <p></p> <p>There is no sight more amazing then standing in the middle of the floor with 90,000 plus concert goers all around you on their feet, yelling at the top of their lungs as Michael Jackson's "Black or White" suddenly blares through the amplifiers. Though most of them had no idea how big of a treat they were in for, they immediately knew it was going to be something good. And just when you thought the crowd couldn't get louder, the entire stadium erupts as Jennifer and Kristian's voices sound for the first time that night: "Fire like lighhhhhhttttniiiiiiinnngggggg... Burning up the nigghhhhttttt..." It always amazes me how Jennifer and Kristian can work any stage they are set on, whether it be in a small bar or an enormous stadium, and make each and every person there feel their love for them through their music.</p> <p></p> <p>I don't think there was one dry eye (out of 180,000) in the stadium as Jennifer hit the high note in "Stay." The way her voice rang through the night into the dusk sky was quite a moment to remember. All weepy eyes were on her. I also loved that they decided to throw "Already Gone" back into this set list to mix it up a bit. That was very special since we hadn't heard it live in over a year. However, I think the most special moments that night came during the band intros. Though I may have been the shortest, I was definitely one of the loudest screamers as Jennifer introduced Annie and Travis to us. (Of course we already knew them!) Both Annie and Travis have deep Louisiana and, specifically, New Orleans, roots, and to see them come home is always a treat.</p> <p></p> <p>I am sure I was not the only one in the stadium singing "Who Says You Can't Go Home" back to Annie instead of Jennifer. Her smile through the entire song, and the moment she spotted me in the crowd in the front and waved to me, was priceless. Though I wish Bayou Country Supefest had allowed Sugarland a longer set list, and perhaps let them headline instead of Tim McGraw that night, it was still one of the most unique stops on the Incredible Machine Tour in my opinion. It was also one of the sweatiest stops, but hey, we're used to it down here! I saw the Tour eleven times, and this stop was definitely in the top five for me, despite my massive sunburn the next day.</p> <p></p> <p>I say this in every blog, but I mean it more and more each time. Thank you so much Jennifer and Kristian for sharing your gift with us. And the same goes for you, Thad, Annie, Travis, Scotty, and Brandon. You guys have no idea how much you have helped some of us get through certain obstacles in our lives with your music. Can't wait to see you on the road very, very soon! You are loved.</p> <p></p> <p>-Katherine</p> <p></p> <p>Thanks Katherine for your fantastic entry! To view other blogs from Baton Rouge, visit <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/blog-campaign-3" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:55:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/69641<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/09/medium.264h45jz1560.jpg" /><br /><p><em>From the pen of Kristian Bush</em></p> <p><em><br /></em></p> <p>Hey everyone. We have been busy building and rehearsing the show for over a month and the <a href="../../../inyourhands" target="_blank"> request lines are now open</a>. The show is in YOUR hands so I think it is fair to ask you to show up to band practice. Some of you have figured out in our request page that there are rehearsal days listed and have already put in your requests.</p> <p></p> <p>Here are the setlists below that you picked for Rehearsal 1 and Rehearsal 2. We have one more band practice left and there will be no flaking out, doing homework, "I have to clean my apartment" or "I can't miss my favorite TV show" excuses. Act like you are in a band, belly up to your computer, go make a request, put your name in (it's how we know who to dedicate the song to when we play your picks) and pat yourself on the back for a job well done. Ok, gotta go figure out the bridge to "Girl Called Tennessee." I totally forgot it at yesterday's practice.</p> <p></p> <p><a href="../../../inyourhands" target="_self">Submit your song requests for Rehearsal 3 here!</a></p> <p></p> <p>Love,<br /> Kristian</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Rehearsal 2 - Undisclosed Location in the US Saturday March 31th</strong></p> <p><strong></strong><br /><br />XXXX<br />XXXX<br />XXXX<br />Who Says You Can't Go Home<br />Sugarland ( for Nikki Fields)<br />Settlin'<br />Want To<br />Already Gone<br />It Happens<br />Tennessee<br />Every Girl Like Me<br />Tonight<br />Find the Beat Again<br />Baby Girl<br />XXXX<br />XXXX</p> <p><br /><br />(the xxxx's are for songs I don't want to tell you about yet in case it ruins a surprise )</p> <p><br /><br /><strong>Rehearsal 1 - Undisclosed Location in the US Friday March 30th</strong></p> <p><strong><br /></strong><br />XXXX<br />XXXX<br />XXXX<br />Down in Mississippi<br />These Are The Days ( for Tracey Henningson)<br />Take Me As I Am<br />Run<br />Joey<br />Love<br />Genevieve (electric version)<br />Find the Beat Again<br />XXXX<br />XXXX<br />XXXX<br />Baby Girl<br />Little Miss</p> <p></p> <p>Photo credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</p> <p></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Helpful Sugarlinks!</span><br /><a href="../../../events" target="_self">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_self">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_self">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="../../../forum" target="_self">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/Sugarlandmusic" target="_self">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_self">Join us on Facebook</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:20:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/69411<p>Can you believe it? We are down to just FOUR DAYS until the curtains drop and the bright lights come on!</p> <p></p> <p class="p2">The anticipation for the "In Your Hands" Tour is almost unbearable, which reminds us of another playful cover song, "Stayin' Alive." Do you want to see Jennifer rock out her awesome 70's wig again at your show?</p> <p class="p2"></p> <p class="p2">Let's get your request in now! "Stayin' Alive (Live)" is up for choice on the ballot. Find it<span class="s1"><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_blank">here</a></span>.</p> <p class="p2"></p> <p class="p2"></p> <p> <object width="560" height="315"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/uGK5tNLq0ZY?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/uGK5tNLq0ZY?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sun, 01 Apr 2012 10:45:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/69091<p>We are t-minus FIVE DAYS until our "In Your Hands" Tour launches on Thursday, and we are counting down by bringing you one of our favorite videos from last year!</p> <p><br /><br />Today's choice is a fan favorite that is sure to get you up on your feet and dancing along with us.</p> <p><br /><br />If "Stuck Like Glue" is the song you MUST hear live, then <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_self">request it NOW</a>. We're listening!</p> <p></p> <p><embed width="880" height="480" src="http://sugarlandmusic.com/engine/swf/jw/player.swf" flashvars="&backcolor=0x000000&controlbar=over&file=http%3A%2F%2Fgroundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fclients%2Fsugarlandmusic%2Fmedia%2F00%2F05%2F4hd83mf2t5dq.mp4&frontcolor=0xffffff&image=http%3A%2F%2Fgroundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fclients%2Fsugarlandmusic%2Fmedia%2F15%2F02%2Flarge.j0g8oz0fmq8p.jpg&lightcolor=0xeeeeee&plugins=viral-2&screencolor=0x000000&skin=http%3A%2F%2Fsugarlandmusic.com%2Fengine%2Fswf%2Fjw%2Fskins%2Fglow2%2Fglow.zip&stretching=fill" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" bgcolor="0x000000"></embed></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 31 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68981<p>Our "In Your Hands" Tour kicks off Thursday in Toledo, Ohio and we're counting of our favorite videos from last year's tour.</p> <p><br /><br />Don't forget, this tour is "In Your Hands." You can submit your song requests <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_self">right here</a>! If you have a song like "Tonight (live)" that you must hear. Get your requests in now.</p> <p><br /><br />Oh yeahbring your signs!</p> <p></p> <p> <object width="560" height="315"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/hlqo_SmqcOU?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/hlqo_SmqcOU?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 06:50:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68971<p>We are exactly ONE WEEK AWAY from the first show of the "In Your Hands" Tour and we are celebrating with a countdown of our favorite videos from last year's tourand maybe dropping a few hints to submit your setlist requests along the way!</p> <p></p> <p class="p2">We have a lot of surprises up our sleeves for this tour. If "Come on Eileen" is the song you MUST hear, then let your voice be heard! We're creating each show's set list based off what YOU want to hear, and all you have to do to submit those requests is click<span class="s1"><a href="http://bit.ly/InYourHands" target="_blank">here</a></span>!</p> <p class="p2"></p> <p class="p2">Without further ado: last year's touring partner Sara Bareilles accompanying us for a show-closing rendition of Dexys Midnight Runners' "Come On Eileen." Enjoy!</p> <p class="p2"></p> <p class="p2"></p> <p> <object width="560" height="315"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/TMDqkBjvdMg?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/TMDqkBjvdMg?version=3&hl=en_US" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:10:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68761<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/09/13/medium.94q90425i3na.jpg" /><br /><p>Just to fill you in if you have not heard about the Sugarland Blogs featuring the fans, we love to hear about each and every fan's experience from our shows all over the nation. And now we want to share them right here on Sugarlandmusic.com!</p> <p></p> <p>Every week, we will display a set list at random from one of our 2011 shows. If you attended the concert from the setlist of the week, we want you to share your experience with us and the fans in the Sugarland Fan Blog forum. Your blogs can include fan encounters, show recaps, favorite memories and anything else from your Sugarland concert! We will choose an entry for each concert that will be displayed as a weekly feature on Sugarlandmusic.com AND you will win that signed set list from YOUR concert!</p> <p></p> <p>Baton Rouge, you're up! Send in your story<a href=" http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/691" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:30:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68621<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/10/03/medium.79t4621c86x0.jpg" /><br /><p>Last night, we were in Hollywood, California to perform on the one and only Dancing with the Stars. We took the stage after the first commercial break to perform "Run" with our good friend Matt Nathanson, and again a little later in the show to perform "Find The Beat Again."</p> <p><br /> <br /> Wow! We like to do a little dancing while we perform, but we've got nothin' on these guys!</p> <p><br /> <br /> You can watch the entire episode of last night's Dancing With The Stars right here. If you're dying to skip ahead to our performance, "Run" starts around 8 minutes and 47 seconds into the show and "Find the Beat Again" begins at around 31 minutes into the show.</p> <p></p> <p>Watch our performance of "Run" with Matt Nathanson and "Find the Beat Again" right <a href="http://abc.go.com/watch/dancing-with-the-stars/SH559050/VD55186870/week-2-results" target="_blank">here</a>. See photos from last night <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/media/photos/21311" target="_blank">here</a>. Shout out to ABC/Adam Taylor for providing the photos.</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:55:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68521<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/08/13/medium.720p89k5098l.jpg" /><br /><p>Milwaukee, WI - July 10 2011</p> <p></p> <p>Blog by: Karen</p> <p></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;">I attended the July 10 Sugarland concert in Milwaukee last year with my 13 yr old son, Josh. It was a hot, summer day and we couldn't wait to leave for Summerfest. We were meeting some friends there and we all had sugarpit tickets and thought we'd get there early to get in line. We arrived about 11am and were the first ones in line!</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;"><br /></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;">As the day went on, we passed the time chatting, eating all kinds of delicious food and meeting new friends as the sugarpit line grew. Brandon had also come by and stopped to chat with us a bit! Finally, 6:15pm came and it was time to enter into the pit! We ended up center stage, right up front. Our anticipation grew as Sugarland was about to take the stage. Black and White started playing on the speakers, the lights dimmed, and we knew it was time. Then, the music changed to All We Are and there was Jennifer and Kristian!</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;"><br /></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;">As the show went on, I don't think anyone sat down all night! Of course, in the sugarpit, we were dancing and singing all night! You could feel the energy as Jennifer and Kristian sang their hearts out! I've been to many Sugarland concerts over the past few years and each one is special and different in their own way.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;"><br /></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;">Their songs have inspired me and spoken to me in ways that I didn't think was possible. I've met so many people through Sugarland who I am blessed to call my friends. Thank you to Jennifer and Kristian for bringing us all together! I can't wait till my next Sugarland experience! I will be there opening night in Toledo in 2 weeks!</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; text-align: left;"><br /></span></p> <p>To read more Milwaukee blog entries, visit <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/blogcampaign2" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 07:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68341<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/13/05/medium.gc8py62044f1.jpg" /><br /><p></p> <p class="p1">When we said this tour was "In Your Hands" we actually meant it! We have been busy rehearsing for the new tour and playing every song we have ever put on an album or played live and now it's up to you, to decide which songs you want to hear at each show.</p> <p class="p1">So here's how it's going to work</p> <p class="p2">For every show that you will attend, fill out one of our request forms <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_blank">here</a>. We'll put together a unique set list for every show determined by your requests.</p> <p class="p2">With that said, we turn this over to you. We love nothing more than the opportunity to bring you the show YOU want to see each and every night - the request lines are now open, show us what you've got!</p> <p class="p1"><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/inyourhands" target="_blank">Send us your requests here!</a></p> <p></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:50:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68191<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/08/00/medium.n21m0p7vv9n7.jpg" /><br /><p class="p1">When I was around 10 years old, I played a game at the county fair. The game was one of those booths where you pay a dollar to take a few shots, with a BB gun, at paper cups lined on the back wall. Each cup had a marking, unseen and underneath, for either "small", "medium", or "large", indicating the value of the prize you could claim. Through a fantastic string of luck I hit one of the "large" prize cups! What in the world would I get to choose from the wonderful bounty of carnival prizes?!?!!! (This is SERIOUS business to a 10 year old!)</p> <p class="p2">After much deliberation, I decided I would pick a prize I could give to my mom. Would it be a mirror with a beer logo on it? (Classy, of course, but my mom doesn't drink so, no). Would it be a fancy roach clip with dangling feathers? (Um, she doesn't smoke weed either. Definite no). Would it be a gigantic stuffed bear? (Not quite her style. No.) Finally, my eyes rested on the perfect prize: A t-shirt with Lionel Richie's face on it! This would be genius! My mother was in total love with Lionel Richie and I would certainly please her by sacrificing my opportunity at a live gold fish to get her this t-shirt. (Daughter of the year anyone?) I took the t-shirt home and my mother showered me with praise and thanks.</p> <p class="p2">As I recall, I don't know that she ever wore it. Looking back it was most certainly a horrible, 80's knock off, that didn't do Lionel any real justice either if my memory serves me. (It was the 80's, so remember, t-shirts of this type were printed with horrible ink that dried solid on the surface of the shirt). However, it's the thought that counts and my mother loved it. She loved it because she loved Lionel's music. Her favorite song is "Sail On" not to be outdone by "Three Times a Lady." I have wonderful memories of listening to these songs on cassette (very fancy and new then :-), in the car with my mama.</p> <p class="p2">I told Lionel this story when I first spoke with him on the phone at the beginning of his <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/tuskegee/id509616104" target="_blank">Tuskegee</a> project . He was lovely and gracious, and laughed as he pictured this scrawny little southern girl winning her mama his t-shirt.</p> <p class="p2">When I was invited to sing on his album, I knew immediately which song I wanted to sing. "Hello" is one of my all time favorites! I enjoyed every moment of its recording and I am looking forward to performing it live with him very soon. In the meantime, I am certain we will have some fun times coming up, as we help our respective contestants compete in ABC's upcoming show "Duets." However, I will remind Lionel that, just like that scrawny little girl at the county fair, I shoot straight and I go for the big prize!</p> <p class="p2">-Jennifer</p> <p class="p2">PssstJennifer will be performing with Lionel Richie at <a href="http://bit.ly/GTy8qi " target="_blank">ACM Presents: Lionel Richie & Friends</a> on April 2 in Las Vegas, NV! We have tickets to giveaway. If you are in the Vegas area and can attend, enter to win a pair of tickets <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/win-tickets-to-see-lionel-richie-friends-in-las-vegas" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p class="p2"></p> <p class="p2">Helpful Sugarlinks!</p> <p class="p2"><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a></p> <p class="p2"><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_blank"> Join our Sugarpass fan club</a></p> <p class="p2"><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank"> Sign up for our mailing list</a></p> <p class="p2"><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank"> Talk about it in our forum</a></p> <p class="p2"><a href="https://twitter.com/#!/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a></p> <p class="p2"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank"> Join us on Facebook</a></p> <p class="p2"></p> <p></p> <p></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/68031<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/14/04/medium.x513575e6dyl.jpg" /><br /><p>Every week, we will display a set list at random from one of our 2011 shows. If you attended the concert from the setlist of the week, we want you to share your experience with us and other fans in the Sugarland Fan Blog forum. Your blogs can include fan encounters, show recaps, favorite memories and anything else from your Sugarland concert! We will choose an entry for each concert that will be displayed as a weekly feature on Sugarlandmusic.com AND you will win that signed set list from YOUR concert!</p> <p>We're happy to announce that it's Milwaukee's turn. Submit your blog <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/681" target="_blank">here</a>!</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:40:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/67501<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/10/02/medium.6xz7644k4528.jpg" /><br /><p>Camden, NJ - May 14, 2011</p> <p>Blog by: Marissa</p> <p>Finding the beat again somewhere after my 2nd daughter, Molly, was born, during the winter of last year, I found myself in the midst of a pretty severe bought of postpartum depression. Staying with me to help, my mom was forced to listen to The Incredible Machine about five million times. Whenever I felt at my worst, I blasted the album from start to finish.</p> <p>Somewhere in the midst of our battles, mine with my depression and hers with struggles to escape a controlling partner, she fell in love with Sugarland. It's funny how the songs on the album seemed to speak so perfectly to two very different sets of problems. Sad and relying heavily on one another to get through the darkness, we decided to treat ourselves to the May 14th show in Camden. I was so excited to talk her into going to the show. Having suffered many things in her life, and always be there to help me get through the hardships in my own life, she was, after all, my very own Little Miss. I've always felt a desire to show her a good time, and, somehow, I knew, this concert could be a huge moment in our lives.</p> <p>You see, I wasn't as lucky as many daughters are. I never got to spend a lot of alone time with my mother. I always envied girls who had that, even as an adult, finding alone time with her is a constant struggle, and, unfortunately, is quite rare. I was determined, however, to get her to this show and spend a quality night together. So, that dreary winter, filled with heartaches and struggles for both of, quietly gave way to spring, and, with it, the concert became a sort of light at the end of the tunnel for my mother and I.</p> <p>That night quietly and quickly came. I was starting to feel a lot better, having worked hard to cope with and beat my depression. She was also doing better, having redefined herself and gained more of her independence. She picked me up that night and, dressed in our cowgirl hats and concert best, we headed out to Camden.</p> <p>When we got there, we rushed to our seats and truly enjoyed Matt Nathanson and Little Big Town. Somewhere through the opening acts, many zany, unforgettably classic My Mom moments occurred. For example, she accidentally waited in a giant line for autographs from Little Big Town instead of the bathroom line. Instead of simply getting into the right line, she panicked and ran back to her seat. I still think she didn't actually go to the bathroom until we got home. We laughed so hard at a crowd of girls acting foolish to impress boys that she dropped her drink on a neighbor, who didn't seem to be enjoying her concert experience (fear not, she perked up as soon as the band hit the stage). We were laughing again. And, that felt really nice. But more importantly, we were bonding in that special way that most moms and daughters take for granted, but that I relish in all of its rarity. That bond when it's just the two of you, and you know that the person standing next to you loves you harder, and understands you greater, than anyone else possibly could. It was during this time that I realized, although she was embarrassed to admit it, that this was her first real concert. Ever. She's in her fifties. She loves music. Once again, this struck me as another example of how she's missed out in life.</p> <p>Suddenly, I felt nervous, hoping Sugarland lived up to the hype I had given them. And of course, they totally delivered. As Jennifer and Kristian took the stage we settled in for what was, of course, an absolutely amazing show. I can go on and on about how fun it was to scream the words of Baby Girl and have my mom look at me so lovingly during that song, while I sat there thinking of my own daughters and my deep love for them. Or how great the props and stage looked, or how much pleasure I took in hearing some of the older songs like Or how much fun I had listening to the Forget You remix and dancing like a fool in the aisles. But all of those memories take a back seat to the moment when I realized that this amazing show had become so much more than just another concert for me. It had become a moment of evolution in a complicated and growing relationship between a mom and her daughter. And, also, it became a part of our rare history of being alone together. Most importantly, it marked the end of our sadness and the ushering in of a better chapter in both of our lives! The most striking moment of the night, for me, was Little Miss. Looking at my mother I realized that those profound live show moments where the music truly takes over and sweeps you into pure emotion, were totally brand new to her. More importantly, though, I realized that, she had spent all of her life losing in order to make me win. You see, thanks to her, I have enjoyed a better life. She fought to make sure of it. And on that night, she was still fighting for me, fighting to pull us both out of the darkness of our hard times. And that night, our hard times seemed completely over. We cried pretty hard as we looked at each other and, in a quiet promise to always take care of each other, assured ourselves, that we were, in fact For the first time in a long time, we actually believed it.</p> <p>That night really was a turning point for us. We both saw great improvement in our personal struggles. I was so glad to share such an amazing experience with my mother. She really did shine the light of hope and help to me in my darkest time. That night, in Camden, we fought our way back to good.</p> <p></p> <p>We thank Marissa for her submission. You can view the other entries <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/blog-campaign" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 06:30:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/67261<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/08/02/medium.zia34k79jv6d.jpg" /><br /><p>We love to hear about each and every fan's experience from our shows all over the nation. And now we want to share them right here on <a href="http://Sugarlandmusic.com" target="_self">Sugarlandmusic.com</a>! <br /> <br />Every week, we will display a set list at random from one of our 2011 shows. If you attended the concert from the setlist of the week, we want you to share your experience with us and the fans in the forum. Your blogs can include fan encounters, photos, videos, show recaps, favorite memories and anything else from your Sugarland concert! We will choose an entry for each concert that will be displayed as a weekly feature on Sugarlandmusic.com AND you will winthat signed set list from YOUR concert! Pretty cool, right? Well let's get this started<strong> May 14, 2011 in Camden, NJ</strong> you're up first!</p> <p>Sign up for the campaign and submit a blog <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/campaigns/671" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p>Check out all recent blog entries <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/blog-campaign" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p><img src="http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh612/GirlillaBonnie/CamdenNJ.jpg" border="0" width="299" height="400" /></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:40:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/66201<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/12/01/medium.8546c8ti3xud.jpg" /><br /><p>With a beard strapped firmly on his face, Kristian is imploring Americans to support the American Mustache Institutes the <a href="http://www.americanmustacheinstitute.org/blog/2012/03/sugarland-singersongwriter-kristian-bush-endorses-stache-act/" target="_blank">Stache Act</a>. If adopted by Congress, the Stache Act would provide up to a $250.00 annual tax refund for Mustached Americans.</p> <p>Americans are encouraged to participate in one of two ways:</p> <p> - Visiting <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hrblock?sk=app_173550109426757" target="_blank">StacheAct.com</a> where you can add a past presidential mustache to a Facebook photo;<br /> - Or, by joining the American Mustache Institute in Washington, D.C., on April 1 for a physical march of one million Mustached Americans from the U.S. Capitol to the White House.</p> <p>For every Million Mustache March participant, H&R Block will make contributions to <a href="http://www.millionsfromone.com/" target="_blank">Millions From One</a> - which delivers clean drinking water to those who cannot obtain it themselves.<em><br /> </em></p> <p>All Americans are invited to participate in perhaps the most important movement in the history of movements to help ensure for the fair taxation of Mustached Americans, and at the same time, help deliver clean drinking water to those who cannot obtain it themselves.</p> <p>And now for a message from Kristian and his mustache:</p> <p></p> <p> <object width="560" height="315"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/JLCxESntV8k?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/JLCxESntV8k?version=3&hl=en_US" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:00:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/66101<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/04/05/medium.a6x151d428ej.jpg" /><br /><p><em>From the pen of Jennifer Nettles</em></p> <p>Hello Sweets,</p> <p>I am so excited that the official announcement has been made for my participation in the upcoming ABC show "Duets!" Thank god, because I've been dying to tell you about it (it's hard for me to keep a fun secret)!</p> <p>I am most excited by the opportunity to perform WITH the contestants. And, selfishly, while I know the premise is for the contestants to have the opportunity to gain experience and knowledge by performing with the artists, I know that there will be so much for me to learn from my fellow artists on the show as well (and probably from the contestants too).</p> <p>I'm also a little nervous. This show will be a window into part of my own creative process that I've never shared. While writing and recording are certainly a major part of my work, it is the performance element with which most folks are familiar. How I approach performing, how I rehearse, as well as my ethos on my relationship with the stage and the audience are all elements that I imagine will be displayed in this show. That is a peek behind the curtain and, consequently, makes me a little nervous. It's new and different for me. Nonetheless, ever the pioneer woman, I like to walk myself into new and unknown territory. It's as exciting as it is nerve inspiring.</p> <p>Now I have to go find my duet partners!! I have included information below on how you or someone you know might be able to audition to be my partner on the show! For my tastes, I'm looking for BIG voices, males and females, who can sing diverse, dynamic music. If you have a strong, dynamic, voice, and if you like singing all types of powerful music, you could be my guy/girl. Ladies, I know there are a ton of you out there. Guys, I need you too!!! I HAVE to find the yin to my yang. The ebony to my ivory. The Captain to my Tennille. The...you get the point. If you enjoy performing, and know you have chops, bring it on!!!</p> <p>Otherwise, until the show, I'll be seeing you out on tour to take your requests when we put our Sugarland show in YOUR hands!</p> <p>To apply to be on "Duets," simply email DuetsCasting2012@yahoo.com. In the subject line of your email submission be sure to list Jennifer Nettles.</p> <p>Include the following information:</p> <ul> <li>Your name, age, occupation and location</li> <li>Your contact information - phone number & email address</li> <li>2 recent photos</li> <li>A brief description of your singing ability and why you want to sing with Jennifer</li> </ul> <p>*All submissions become property of producer and you MUST be at least 18 years old to participate. Good luck!</p> <p>-Jennifer</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:40:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/65841<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/03/05/medium.29f1kufu462n.jpg" /><br /><p>It was announced today that ABC will launch a brand new music competition, starring Jennifer Nettles, Kelly Clarkson, Lionel Richie and Robin Thicke. <br /> <br /> will take Jennifer, Kelly, Lionel and Robin out of the judges panel and onto the stage. They will each choose two singers to be their duet partners. Together, they will take the stage with their duet partner each week and perform in front of a live studio audience.<br /> <br /> At the end, only one duet will be at the top of the charts and the winning amateur will receive a recording contract with Hollywood Records. Look for "Duets" to premiere this summer!<br /> <br /> If you are interested in auditioning, apply online at <a href="http://www.abc.com/casting" target="_blank">www.ABC.com/casting</a>.<br /> <br /> Will you be watching? 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I'm honored to be joining the legendary activist and songwriter Pete Seeger as a recipient of this award. I was also honored to meet the next generation of musicians and singers from an amazing school. <br /><br />Sometimes the world can surprise you when you least expect it. A boy from the Tennessee mountains can end up in boarding school in Connecticut, and try to find his way through the hallways and dormitories that have brought us some of the best hockey players on earth. Whoever thought that I would have gone to school with New York Rangers star Brian Leetch, and 25 years later they'd be giving me an award? I couldn't be more proud of the human spirit of educators who are willing to grow their schools to fit the children who go there. May there be more people like this. -k</p> <p><em>Read an article from the <a href="http://avon.patch.com/articles/kristian-bush-from-avon-old-farms-to-sugarland" target="_blank">local paper</a> and learn more about Kristian's visit to Avon Old Farms <a href="http://www.avonoldfarms.com/page.cfm?p=2347" target="_blank">here</a>.</em></p> <p></p> <div id="fsMediaPlayer"> <object id="FlashID" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" width="640" height="360" alt="Finalsite Media Player"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.avonoldfarms.com/cf_media/mediaPlayer.swf" /> <param name="flashvars" value="siteurl=http://www.avonoldfarms.com&mediaChannelID=0&mediaCategoryID=0&mediaGroupID=517&mediaObjectID=0&mini=true&autoPlay=false" /> <param name="quality" value="high" /> <param name="wmode" value="opaque" /> <param name="swfversion" value="10.0" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><!-- 9.0.45.0 This param tag prompts users with Flash Player 6.0 r65 and higher to download the latest version of Flash Player. 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The tour will rely solely on YOUR requests to determine the set list played in each city.</p> <p>This year's tour is based around the concept of putting the show into the hands of the fans, said Jennifer. THEY will make the requests that will help form the set list and guide the show. Through texts, handwritten signs, the Internet (Twitter, Facebook, etc) phone calls made during the show and selections directly from the stage, the fans will become the conductors as well as the audience. If it's on one of our records or if we've played it on a stage it is fair game.</p> <p>We will begin taking your requests soon! <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/requestline" target="_blank">Sign-up here</a> to be alerted when the request line opens.</p> <p>The 25+ dates will feature openers Lauren Alaina and Canaan Smith (in select cities).</p> <p>IN YOUR HANDS TOUR DATES:<br /><br />4/5 Toledo, OH <br />4/6 Youngstown, OH<br />4/10 Niagara, ON<br />4/11 Niagara, ON<br />4/13 Pikeville, KY<br />4/14 Louisville, KY<br />4/19 Thackerville, OK<br />4/20 Thackerville, OK<br />4/21 Mississippi State, MS<br />4/26 Virginia Beach, VA<br />4/27 Charlotte, NC<br />4/28 Raleigh, NC<br />5/25 Rancho Mirage, CA<br />5/31 San Diego, CA<br />6/1 Mountain View, CA<br />6/21 Oshkosh, WI<br />6/22 Cadott, WI<br />6/23 Chicago, IL<br />7/21 Harrington, DE<br />7/22 Bristow, VA<br />7/27 Tampa, FL<br />7/28 Valdosta, GA<br />7/29 West Palm Beach, FL<br />8/3 Cincinnati, OH<br />8/10 Sturgis, SD<br />8/17 Brownsville, OR<br />8/18 Stateline, NV</p> <p>More dates being announced soon!</p> <p><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/fjrrZ5s8CEA" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0"></iframe></p> <p>Video and photo by Valarie Allyn Bienas</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:00:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/64403<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/03/09/medium.rd0w5r32d1zh.jpg" /><br /><p><em>From the pen of Jennifer Nettles</em></p> <p>Hello Sugar Cubes!</p> <p>As many of you know, I am a big proponent of the arts and I support a non-profit called <a href="http://www.atticcommunityplayground.org/" target="_blank">Attic Community Playground</a> (ACP). Below is a link, sharing with you the latest activity for ACP. Fellow Atlanta artist, <a href="http://www.shawnmullins.com/" target="_blank">Shawn Mullins</a>, is also a volunteer with ACP. Many of you may know Shawn as the singer-songwriter with such radio hits as "Lullaby" and "Shimmer". However, in addition to being a solo artist with 18 albums of material, Shawn is also an incredibly talented and experienced songwriter. (For example, Shawn is a co-writer on Zac Brown's song "Toes.")</p> <p><br />Back in January, Shawn was inspired to host a songwriting workshop for ACP while he was touring in Texas. Check out the video below to see what Shawn has been up to in ACP, and in his workshop. Pretty cool stuff!</p> <p></p> <p>Love,</p> <p>Jennifer</p> <p></p> <p><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/W4qINRn5b-I" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0"></iframe></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:30:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/64173<p>"Sadly when a tragedy occurs, people want to point fingers and try to sensationalize the disaster. The single most important thing to Sugarland, are their fans. Their support and love over the past 9 years has been unmatched. For anyone to think otherwise is completely devastating to them," states Gail Gellman, Sugarland's manager.</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:10:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/63621<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/02/12/medium.ol434jpd8aa2.jpg" /><br /><p>Hello My Sweets,</p> <p>We have been enjoying a small break from the road. We've been writing and enjoying our families, and now we're starting to gear back up for our new tour that kicks off in April. As we're beginning to poke our heads through the ice of our winter hibernation, I made a fun outing at New York's Fashion Week. I was invited to walk the catwalk for the Heart Truth charity.</p> <p>Heart Truth hopes to raise awareness for women's heart disease. (Incidentally, heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the US.) So, in honor of this very worthy cause, I decided step outside my usual comfort zone on the stage and walk the catwalk for New York's Fashion Week. (I mean hey, if you've never walked a catwalk before, why not start in NY for Fashion week right?!). I've included some highlights so you can see some of the photos from this fun and worthy event.</p> <p><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/media/photos/20081/593831" target="_self">Click here</a> to see photos from the event!</p> <p><em>- Jennifer</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:05:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/60601<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/04/07/medium.385f6g56z056.jpeg" /><br /><p>You saw it live on the Incredible Machine Tour, performed at the 45th annual CMA Awards and now we bring you the world video premiere of "Run" with Matt Nathanson!</p> <p>Want more? Download "Run" on Matt Nathanson's album <em><a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/modern-love/id435918252" target="_blank">Modern Love</a></em>, or the <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/run-sugarland-version-feat./id479377238" target="_blank">live version</a> from the CMA Awards. We were so thrilled to perform and record this video with Matt and we hope you all enjoy it as well!</p> <p><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/RaqiW3rNT58" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0"></iframe></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:30:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/60091<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/06/06/medium.jl4hf9yfllj4.png" /><br /><p>Jennifer has teamed up with The Heart Truth to drive awareness of the #1 killer of women, heart disease. Tonight, The Heart Truth hosts its annual Red Dress Collection Fashion Show during New York's Fashion Week.</p> <p>Watch Jennifer walk the catwalk during The Heart Truths Red Dress Collection Fashion Show tonight. Shell be rockin the runway in a stunning red dress. Watch the show live, tonight at 7pm EST on <a href="http://on.fb.me/yrLnEX" target="_blank">Facebook</a>!</p> <p></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:35:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/59991<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/14/15/medium.7um6lny7bi5y.jpg" /><br /><p>We're headed to the big screen! Our new song "Guide Me Home" is one of the ten featured tracks on the <em>Act of Valor</em> soundtrack. Also included on the soundtrack:</p> <ul> <li>Keith Urban, "For You"</li> <li>Sugarland, "Guide Me Home"</li> <li>Lady Antebellum, "I Was Here"</li> <li>Jake Owen, "The Best I Can"</li> <li>Trace Adkins, "If the Sun Comes Up"</li> <li>Lori McKenna, "Two Soliders Coming Home"</li> <li>Montgomery Gentry, " What it Takes"</li> <li>Josh Kelley, "The Best of Me"</li> <li>Hunter Hayes, " Where We Left Off"</li> <li>Wynonna Judd, "Whatever Brings You Back"</li> </ul> <p></p> <p>Check it out and pre-order it now on<a href="http://budurl.com/iTunesActofValor" target="_blank"> iTunes Music</a>. Get a first listen from MSN <a href="http://social.entertainment.msn.com/music/blogs/one-country-blogpost.aspx?post=faa0135f-9b1c-49c6-a6ce-dde3a8e27d0a" target="_blank">here</a>!<a href="http://budurl.com/iTunesActofValor" target="_blank"> </a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/59491<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/11/14/medium.mc761p33w45v.png" /><br /><p>Jennifer has paired with Pepsi MAX for a commercial spot during this Sunday's Super Bowl XLVI! The 30-second commercial showcases Jennifer singing the Hank Williams' classic "Your Cheatin' Heart" while a Coke Zero driver hopes to quickly pay for a delicious Pepsi MAX without anybody noticing. Unfortunately for him, the transaction doesn't go as planned and he wins free Pepsi MAX for life!</p> <p>Look for the commercial during Super Bowl XLVI this Sunday at 6:30ET on NBC and watch it below!</p> <p></p> <p> <object width="560" height="315"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/FKe6nyORbrM?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/FKe6nyORbrM?version=3&hl=en_US" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:35:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/59021<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/09/05/medium.30205174rue5.jpg" /><br /><p>Kristian and Brandon visited the Georgia State Capitol Tuesday to participate in Georgia Music Day, recognizing the great contributions musicians from that state have made to the industry and the art form.</p> <p>Check out this great video featuring all the day's events:</p> <p> <object id="ep_1854" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" width="560" height="340"> <param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /> <param name="wmode" value="opaque" /> <param name="movie" value="http://ireport.cnn.com/themes/custom/resources/cvplayer2.0/IReportEmbedPlayer.swf?site=ireport&profile=ireport-embed&context=embed&contentId=736315/0" /> <param name="bgcolor" value="#000000" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" src="http://ireport.cnn.com/themes/custom/resources/cvplayer2.0/IReportEmbedPlayer.swf?site=ireport&profile=ireport-embed&context=embed&contentId=736315/0" bgcolor="#000000" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" wmode="opaque"></embed> </object> </p> <p>Who are YOUR favorite Georgia musicians?</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Erik Dixon</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:45:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/58581<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/06/07/medium.g97j6z938olt.jpg" /><br /><p><em>Chimes Of Freedom: The Songs Of Bob Dylan Honoring 50 Years of Amnesty International </em>hits shelves today!The album features our live cover of "Tonight I'll Be Staying Here With You," recorded at the New York State Fair in Syracuse this September. You can <a href="http://music.amnestyusa.org/" target="_blank">preview and buy the album here</a>, and we hope you will!</p> <p>In celebration of this amazing collection of music -- and Bob Dylan's amazing body of work -- Jennifer and Kristian put together a playlist of their favorite Dylan tracks. We've shared the list here with links for you to stream the songs on YouTube, or you can <a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/us/imix/sugarland-celebrates-bob-dylan/id497754907" target="_blank">download the entire playlist via our Ping profile</a> on iTunes. We hope you'll share your own Dylan favorites in the comments!</p> <p>1. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwSZvHqf9qM&ob=av3e" target="_blank">Tangled up in Blue</a></p> <p><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/YwSZvHqf9qM" width="420" height="315" frameborder="0"></iframe></p> <p>2. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hK4g7W-70QU" target="_blank">Make You Feel My Love</a><br /> 3. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrywoXlWkYM" target="_blank">Baby Let Me Follow You Down</a><br /> 4. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BVvLe1TJyI" target="_blank">Spanish Harlem Incident</a><br /> 5. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=os3Xw76Ue5w" target="_blank">Stuck Inside Of Mobile With the Memphis Blues Again</a><br /> 6. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIdqxzxGqvU" target="_blank">Most of the Time</a><br /> 7. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEFBNw1Kpss" target="_blank">Ring Them Bells</a><br /> 8. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jO1q9Hu2NgE" target="_blank">He Was a Friend Of Mine</a><br /> 9. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uhy9lnA1qo" target="_blank">Standing In The Doorway</a><br /> 10. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuHl1oNoCEs" target="_blank">Trying To Get To Heaven</a><br /> 11. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlvckDIfz7s" target="_blank">I Shall Be Released</a><br /> 12. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDTA3Yvry8s" target="_blank">Spirit on the Water</a><br /> 13. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1pNEhVcumU" target="_blank">Dignity</a><br /> 14. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOWwFCJNfro" target="_blank">Leopard-Skin Pill-Box Hat</a><br /> 15. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M7GCiyLTaU" target="_blank">If You See Her Say Hello</a><br /> 16. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRj3MCPazuM" target="_blank">Buckets of Rain</a></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/58111<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/04/09/medium.q374mg4l9lm6.jpg" /><br /><p>Now you can relive the power of "Tonight" performed live <em>and </em>benefit the environment at the same time! We're thrilled to be partnered with the <a href="http://www.patagonia.com/us/media/music/benefit-tracks" target="_blank">Patagonia Music Collective</a> as they present exclusive songs from amazing artists to raise much-needed funds for non-profit environmental groups around the world.</p> <p>When you <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/tonight-live/id483604624?i=483604785&ls=1" target="_blank">download our live version of "Tonight" from iTunes</a>, proceeds will be donated to the <a href="http://www.surfrider.org/" target="_blank">Surfrider Foundation</a>, a volunteer-based grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our worlds oceans, waves and beaches for all people. Find out more about Surfrider <a href="http://www.surfrider.org/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p>You can visit the <a href="http://www.patagonia.com/us/media/music/benefit-tracks" target="_blank">Patagonia Music website</a> to explore all the available songs, or <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/tonight-live/id483604624?i=483604785&ls=1" target="_blank">go to iTunes now</a> to download "Tonight" live.Hope you enjoy this chance to bring a little piece of the 2011 Incredible Machine Tour home with you, and thanks in advance for your generosity!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:45:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/56711<p>Here's an oldie but a goodie to get your party started right:</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/uGK5tNLq0ZY?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/uGK5tNLq0ZY?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> May your 2012 be peaceful and blessed. Do you have wishes or resolutions for the coming year? Share them here!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Video Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 31 Dec 2011 09:25:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/56031<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/02/15/medium.o32c46tm0rg3.jpg" /><br /><p>Jennifer appeared on tonight's Kennedy Center Honors, singing "Hello Again" as part of the salute to Neil Diamond. It was part of an incredible show featuring performances from Smokey Robinson, Lionel Richie, and Raphael Saadiq, as well as a tribute to the great Meryl Streep from friends like Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway.</p> <p>Watch video below...</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/E1iRkoPXupY?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/E1iRkoPXupY?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p> <p>Did you watch? Talk about it here!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo courtesy of CBS</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:00:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/55831<p><embed width="560" height="340" src="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/engine/swf/jw/player.swf" bgcolor="0x000000" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" flashvars="&backcolor=0x000000&controlbar=over&file=http%3A%2F%2Fsugarlandmusic.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fmedia%2F06%2F05%2F0a5o9i07426d.m4v&frontcolor=0xffffff&image=http%3A%2F%2Fsugarlandmusic.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fmedia%2F05%2F12%2Flarge.275u34hk77fz.jpg&lightcolor=0xeeeeee&plugins=viral-2&screencolor=0x000000&skin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sugarlandmusic.com%2Fengine%2Fswf%2Fjw%2Fskins%2Fglow2%2Fglow.zip&stretching=fill"></embed></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Video Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:50:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/55551<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/01/07/medium.hp0c21fd0g27.jpg" /><br /><p><em>From the pen of Kristian Bush...</em></p> <p>Hey everyone. While playing around with my camera and getting more and more nervous about Santa getting my Christmas list, I found myself taking pictures of my tree this year -- maybe for posterity, or to remember it through the year, or to send to friends. I realized pretty quickly thatin order to keep them from being judged as cheesy or ugly, my ornaments need to come with a story attached somehow. In my mind, maybe each one comes witha neat, perfectly-cut white plaquefrom a museum that succinctly describes that ornament, with perfect font spacing. You know, something that makes it appear important, even though it's probably just a piece of junk ornament that I got at a truck stop somewhere while traveling.</p> <p>So I thought I might ask everyone a question out there in Sugar-fan-land: What are the stories of your favorite ornaments on your tree? As I am a bit talkative today, I will share some of mine with you.</p> <p>The ornament at the top of this post is I think my oldest surviving ornament from childhood. You will notice it is engraved with my name and the year. I like to believe in my head that it was truly one of a kind, but I have heard of identical ones out there, and maybe every child in 1976 got the same ornament because it came in an S&H green stamp book bonus gift program or something. No matter how it got to me, it is the only surviving relic of that time.</p> <p><img src="http://ftp.groundctrlftp.com/KBOopry.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p>This one is exactly what it appears to be. The fun part about this is that I got it during our first appearance on the Grand Ole Opry, by sneaking out to the lobby in between soundcheck and the performance. I won't forget it because I had to stand in line for a while, big white hat and all, and nod and smile as everyone asked each other if they had seen us play before. Most of the customers replied "No" to each other. When they asked me, I smiled and said, "I hope they're good." I bought my ornament and ducked back down the hall for the backstage door. So this is my proof of my first Opry performance.</p> <p>Finally, there are ornaments that I hope inspire. After my mother died, I had a hard time divvying up her things and distributing them. She had a sudden death, and it has taken quite a while to process. Eventually I ended up sitting in front of many of her things, just staring, trying to figure out what to do.</p> <p>One of the things my mom loved to do was go over the top with the things around her. There were many mornings I came down for breakfast to find that we were drinking our orange juice from goblets (yes, like King Arthur's court, or Vikings). She always insisted that we use her silver, every day. "If you have it, why not use it?" she would remind us. So I sat in front of her chandelier, the really dangly crystal '80s chandelier that was part really classy, part "Where am I ever gonna hang that?" It was suggested that we make Christmas ornaments out of the pieces and give them to everyone in the family to remember her and her over-the-top attitude. I was sold. These are the pieces below.</p> <p><img src="http://ftp.groundctrlftp.com/KBOmom.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p>Merry Christmas, everyone. May this week bring lots of music and smiles and family and patience and love and hope.</p> <p><em>- Kristian</em></p> <p><em>Do you have a favorite ornament? Tell us your story and post pictures or links below!</em></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:45:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/55491<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/04/01/medium.3j473amltpl9.jpg" /><br /><p>Here we go again, everyone! If your Christmas shopping is complete, then good on you -- but for those who still have a ways to go, here is my annual list of stuff I liked this year... with a dash of stuff I want mixed in.</p> <p>Remember that music is always a great gift, and even better is maybe a mix or a specially curated playlist for the people you love. But if music just won't do it, then try these things out.</p> <p>Happy holidays, everyone. May your dreams come true. <em>- Kristian</em></p> <p><strong>KRISTIAN'S BIG LIST OF 2011 HOLIDAY AWESOMENESS</strong></p> <p><strong>Palomino Blackwing Pencils </strong><br /><a href="http://www.pencils.com/blackwing" target="_blank">http://www.pencils.com/blackwing</a></p> <p>Very few things are as satifying as a pencil that floats across a page as easily as a ballpoint pen. I found these this year, and am now buying the pencil sharpener I always wanted as a kid, and notebooks (remember those?), and trying to remember how to write a cursive uppercase "Q".</p> <p><strong>Dodo iPad Case </strong><br /><a href="http://www.dodocase.com/" target="_blank">http://www.dodocase.com/</a></p> <p>There are a lot of choices when it comes to iPad cases out there in the marketplace, but none of them can give you the "holy sh*t, that's an iPad case!" from your neighbor at the coffee shop like this one will. Whether you are shielding your Words With Friends game from over-the-shoulder airplane seatmates, or ducking behind the leather binding while throwing angry birds at evil pigs, nothing says "I used to be a Luddite" like this case.</p> <p><strong>Fletcher Shirt/Jacket</strong><br /><a href="http://www.rag-bone.com/Fletcher_Shirt/pd/np/700/p/1843.html" target="_blank">http://www.rag-bone.com</a></p> <p>I love a good jacket but through the years have found that sometimes jackets can be expensive, so I suggest this with a certain amount of both confidence and caution. I just wore it on the flight to and from Norway -- and as another layer to keep me warmwhile I was there -- and I must say, I am really impressed. I love the thickness. It's kind of a shirt, kind of a jacket, and also doubles as a pillow if you get stuck in the Oslo airport for more than 12 hours. Which I may now know something about.</p> <p><strong><em>Garden and Gun</em> Magazine</strong><br /><a href="http://gardenandgun.com/" target="_blank">http://gardenandgun.com/</a></p> <p>There's something about the South that occasionally makes me talk like they do in <em>Steel Magnolias.</em>You know, where you keep your teeth together while you smile and say "Bless her heart"? This magazine has brought me great joy recently, showing off the active culture of the region I call home: food, travel, fishing, good t-shirts, and music you need to hear. It's like the <em>Oxford American</em>, but glossier. This subscription is bound to please anyone interested in the South.</p> <p><strong>Pashley Guv'nor Bicycle</strong><br /><a href="http://www.pashley.co.uk/products/guvnor.html" target="_blank">http://www.pashley.co.uk</a></p> <p>I am gonna be really honest here: I want this bike. It is beautiful. I saw it in a window this year minutes after I walked out of getting my first tattoo, and I immediately desired it. I think about it often. Dear Santa: I want a Guv'nor. I have been good. I believe in you. Love, Kristian.</p> <p><strong>Shwood Sunglasses</strong><br /><a href="http://shwoodshop.com/collections/all" target="_blank">http://shwoodshop.com</a></p> <p>Wooden sunglasses from Portland, Oregon. Cool and relaxed at the same time, like the great people of the town they're from. I dig these, and girls and boys alike will look awesome in them.</p> <p><strong>Vertical Garden </strong><br /><a href="http://shop.floragrubb.com/vertical-gardens/ " target="_blank">http://shop.floragrubb.com/vertical-gardens/</a></p> <p>This seems so sci-fi to me that I'm dying to buy it for someone. I found this in a blog and couldn't help but include it on this list.</p> <p><strong>SMELLS </strong></p> <p><a href="http://www.indigowild.com/products/frankincense-myrrh/frankincense-myrrh-eau/ " target="_blank">Indigo Wild</a><br /><a href="http://www.cbihateperfume.com/" target="_blank">CB I Hate Perfume</a><br /><a href="http://www.lelabofragrances.com/" target="_blank">LeLabo</a></p> <p>One of my more satifying new explorations this year has been into the world of scent. Not so much colognes -- they always seem to leave me smelling like I am at my 8th grade dance -- but rather more subtle smells that are only noticed when I give someone a hug. I have found a few companies that make products that fit right in to my olfactory journey, and in each case I've started wearing the scents in my beard or on my wrist. All of these come in sampler packs if you feel like you wanna explore. I recommend CB I Hate Perfume's "In The Library" -- get the water rather than the oil -- LeLabo's darker smells, and Indigo Wild's ZUM Frankincense and Myrrh oil. </p> <p><strong>APPS FOR iPAD </strong></p> <p>If you are getting or giving an iPad this season, it will only be as good as the apps that you put on it, so I'm recommending some fun stuff that I enjoy now.</p> <p><a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/words-with-friends-hd/id364140796?mt=8&uo=4" target="_blank">Words With Friends</a>:<strong> </strong>Epic Scrabble-like battles that dominate my coffee time in the morning.<br /><a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/penultimate/id354098826?mt=8&uo=4" target="_blank"> Penultimate</a>: Fun for jotting down notes, since you can just use your finger. Also, fun to draw sketches with this app.<br /><a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619?mt=8&uo=4 " target="_blank"> Snapseed</a>: Makes me look like a real photographer and helps me impress my actual photographer friends.<br /><a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scribblenauts-remix/id444844790?mt=8&uo=4" target="_blank"> Scribblenauts Remix</a>: My son turned me on to this game, and I still can't believe it every time I play it. Simply type in whatever you want, and it appears in the game. Use your imagination to help your guy solve the problem he's facing. Genius.<br /><a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/skee-ball-hd/id391152017?mt=8&uo=4" target="_blank"> Skee-Ball HD</a>: This still makes me so happy to play, no matter how many times I play it. You gotta try and get the "Glow in the Dark" lane. It takes a bunch of tickets, but it's worth the hours you burn in the doctor's office waiting room.</p> <p>And finally, here are two stores I've really enjoyed this year, where you are bound to find something interesting for that hard-to-please person in your life:</p> <p><strong>Imogene and Willie</strong><br /><a href="http://www.imogeneandwillie.com/" target="_blank">http://www.imogeneandwillie.com/</a></p> <p><strong>In God We Trust</strong><br /><a href="http://www.ingodwetrustnyc.com/" target="_blank">http://www.ingodwetrustnyc.com/</a></p> <p><em>Still need ideas? You can<a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/18881" target="_blank">check out Kristian's 2010 list here</a>. Meanwhile, use the comments to share YOUR top gifts for this Christmas season: what you're giving, what you hope to get, or what causes you're choosing to support in lieu of presents this year!</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:15:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/55201<p>This weekend, we had the privilege of performing as part of the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize concert, honoring this year's laureates: Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Leymah Gbowee of Liberia, and Tawakkul Karman of Yemen, for their non-violent struggle for the safety of women and for womens rights to full participation in peace-building work.</p> <p>Watch "Stuck Like Glue" and "Tonight" -- with full orchestra! -- right here, right now:</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/PhfPhnxvah0?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/PhfPhnxvah0?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/j4n3N0aumvs?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/j4n3N0aumvs?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:05:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/54561<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/05/11/medium.ol2re5l5m5x8.jpg" /><br /><p>We're proud to announce our participation in Amnesty International's latest music project,<em>Chimes Of Freedom: The Songs Of Bob Dylan Honoring 50 Years of Amnesty International</em>. We contributed our live cover of "Tonight I'll Be Staying Here With You" to the collection, which features over 80 musicians across the generational and musical spectrum who have donated their time to support Amnesty International through this beautiful project. The album is dedicated to people worldwide who are unjustly imprisoned or threatened for the peaceful expression of their beliefs.</p> <p>You can support Amnesty International's life-saving work by pre-ordering <em>Chimes Of Freedom</em>today! Please visit <a href="http://www.amnestyusa.org/chimes " target="_blank">http://www.amnestyusa.org/chimes</a>.</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:30:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/54371<p>We're in Norway preparing for the annual Nobel Peace Prize concert this weekend, and to celebrate, here's a video from the last time we braved the icy climates across the pond: It's "Every Girl Like Me," performed acoustically as Jennifer and Kristian wandered the streets of London in a taxicab this past February.</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/7aMNOPa44kc?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/7aMNOPa44kc?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Video Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:00:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/54211<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/09/13/medium.40qq82gy9d3o.jpg" /><br /><p>Last week, Jennifer hosted the CMA Country Christmas special, and today we've got another fabulous holiday gift for you: We're giving away a giant promotional banner signed by Ms. Nettles herself!</p> <p><strong>UPDATE, 12/12: We've emailed the winner and are waiting to hear back...</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><strong>UPDATE, 12/13: Congrats to Cara from Centereach, NY!</strong></span></strong></p> <p>The prize is a nearly 6-foot-tall vinyl lamppost banner advertising the CMA Country Christmas special, complete with holiday message and signature from Jennifer. In other words: One lucky Sugarland fan is going to have the best Christmas decoration EVER.</p> <p>To enter, simply visit www.sugarlandmusic.com/cmaxmasand fill out the necessary information. We'll select a winner at random on Monday, Dec. 12. Good luck! And don't forget that CMA Country Christmas will re-air Dec. 11th AND 17th on ABC!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:15:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/53551<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/12/05/medium.x86oqk2ald83.jpg" /><br /><p>Jennifer hosted the second-annual CMA Country Christmas Special this evening, in a series of resplendent outfits -- did you follow us <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">on Twitter</a> to see the photos? -- and with the great privilege of introducing some of country music's greatest singers to ring in the holidays alongside her. Jennifer and Kristian also performed their bilingual version of "Silent Night" (from <em><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/releases/gold_and_green">Gold and Green</a></em>) and joined the whole cast for a show-closing rendition of "Jingle Bells." Here's video of Jennifer's big opening number:</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/eQ5sq_RBWUI?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/eQ5sq_RBWUI?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p>And Jennifer and Kristian performing "Silent Night":</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/FVJnWcGSPVI?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/FVJnWcGSPVI?version=3&hl=en_US" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p> <p>Did you watch? What were your highlights? Can you believe the nerve of that pig? Talk about it all here!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Whitney Pastorek</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:30:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/53321<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/06/06/medium.us5q03n044l6.jpg" /><br /><p>Yep, that happened: We performed a brand new version of "You and I" with the one and only Lady Gaga on tonight's Grammy Nomination Special!</p> <p>Talk about it here: The performances, the fashions, the nominations, and of course, the debut of "Sugaga"!</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Cio4YkVIK0U?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="540" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Cio4YkVIK0U?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:35:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/53181<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/11/02/medium.75g40a7x46ig.jpg" /><br /><p>Last night, Kristian played his annual Thanksgiving solo show at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, a longstanding tradition performed this year alongside singer-songwriter Ellis Paul. The pair traded songs -- many of which they'd written together -- and told stories of their twenty-year friendship over two shows and close to four hours of music, as the other half of the Bush Brothers, Brandon, contributed accompaniment on piano and accordion.</p> <p>It was a wonderful night to be a part of, no matter which side of the stage you were on, full of unreleased material and the secret unedited versions of songs like "Genevieve." There were remixes of old favorites (the great "Insomniac"/"Incredible Machine" mashup from last year returned) and appearances from rarities like "Wilbur the Rat," a ridiculous song that KB claims to have been requesting at Ellis Paul shows, unheeded, for as long as two decades now.</p> <p>Things kicked off with a broken string on Kristian's guitar during "City of Silver Dreams," and some friendly teasing from Ellis about how long it would take him to change it ("This is my first show without a guitar tech in a while," admitted KB). The tables would soon turn: Ellis decided to read a Christmas poem from his website and revealed a hilarious inability to use an iPad; he also had to borrow reading glasses from the audience.Amidst the comedy and banter were quieter moments, thanks to the phenomenal listening-room culture of Eddie's: Everyone sang along to "What I'd Give," "Little Miss,"Billy Pilgrim classics like "Halfway Home," but it was with beautifully whispered reverence that never overshadowed the performers on stage."This holiday [Thanksgiving] can be sad or happy," said Kristian at the night's conclusion, "but it is a time to give thanks" -- especially for the opportunity to make music for people like you.</p> <p>Were you a part of the evening at Eddie's last night? Leave your concert reports, highlights, and memories in the comments for your Sugarfriends to read!</p> <p>For more on the great Ellis Paul, you can visit his website here: <a href="http://www.ellispaul.com/" target="_blank">ellispaul.com</a>.</p> <p>We may have audio from the show available at some point next week, so stay tuned...</p> <p>Andfor a little insight into the writing and</em>relationship between these talented old friends, check out<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qe99TA1KNEw" target="_blank">this Week in Review video</a>from back in July. The song from that clip was performed last night, now called "I'll Never Run Out of Ways."</p> <p><strong>SET LISTS</strong></p> <p><strong>Early Show</strong><br /> City of Silver Dreams (KB)<br /> (Guitar string change)<br /> Rose Tattoo (EP)<br /> Put It Back Again (KB)<br /> Dragonfly (EP)<br /> Maybe Baby (KB)<br /> Snow in Austin (EP)<br /> Incredible Machine/Insomniac (KB)<br /> The Lights of Vegas (EP)<br /> Cant Stop the Sun From Going Down (KB)<br /> Kick Out the Lights (EP)<br /> Halfway Home (KB)<br /> The Night the Lights Went Out on Christmas a poetry reading (EP)<br /> Gold and Green (KB)<br /> Mother Mary (EP - unfinished)<br /> Ill Never Run Out of Ways (KB)<br /> Home (EP)<br /> What Id Give (KB)<br /> Jukebox On My Grave (EP)<br /> Wilbur the Rat/All Things Being the Same (both)</p> <p><strong>Late Show</strong><br /> City of Silver Dreams (KB)<br /> Little Wood Guitar (EP)<br /> Genevieve (KB)<br /> Take All the Sky You Need (EP)<br /> Walk Alone (KB)<br /> Marias Beautiful Mess (EP)<br /> Little Miss (KB)<br /> Once Upon a Summertime (EP)<br /> Maybe Baby (KB)<br /> Mother Mary (EP - unfinished)<br /> RFD (KB)<br /> Chief Joseph (EP)<br /> I Fall All the Way (KB)<br /> Annalee (EP)<br /> Insomniac/Incredible Machine (KB)<br /> Hurricane Angel (EP)<br /> Bluelight/Fall On Soft Ground (KB)<br /> Wilbur the Rat (KB)<br /> Waking Up to Me (EP)<br /> Gold and Green (KB)</p> <p><img src="http://ftp.groundctrlftp.com/KBsolo11-2.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p> <p><img src="http://ftp.groundctrlftp.com/KBsolo11-3.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p> <p><img src="http://ftp.groundctrlftp.com/KBsolo11-4.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p> <p><img src="http://ftp.groundctrlftp.com/KBsolo11-5.jpg" alt="" width="500" /></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:05:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/52931<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/05/02/medium.1k5a09y000zc.jpg" /><br /><p>Sugarpass presales for 2012 are underway, and we want to be sure both new members and old have all the information they need to participate! Here's your quick brush-up tutorial on how Sugarpass presales work:</p> <p><strong>- All Sugarpass presales will be announced via Sugarlandmusic.com and our email list.</strong> Whenever presale tickets are available, Sugarpass members will be alerted by this site as well as via email, so stay tuned! Although not all shows will have presale opportunities, if there's a chance to get tickets early via your Sugarpass membership, we'll let you know. We will always try to alert you in advance, but in some cases it may be at the last minute. Keep it right here on Sugarlandmusic.com, and you won't miss a thing.</p> <p><strong>- Regular onsales will be announced whenever possible on this site as well.</strong> Not a Sugarpass member? You should still keep it here for updates! <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Our Tour page</a> will always be the most current place to get tour dates, venues, and ticketing information.</p> <p><strong>- You do NOT need a code to access the Sugarlandmusic.com presales.</strong> If you are a Sugarpass member and you are logged into your account on Sugarlandmusic.com, you will be able to participate in the presale on <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">our Tour page. </a></p> <p><strong>- You do NOT need your laminate in hand to participate in presales.</strong> Again, just be logged in here, and you'll be able to participate!</p> <p><strong>- Speaking of, what's going on with laminates for 2012? </strong>They're on their way! All enrolled Sugarpass members will receive their 2012 laminate in December. If you've recently joined our fan club, you will also receive a 2012 laminate at that time. In the meantime, everyone please go to your Dashboard and confirm that your mailing address is entered in our system, and that the information is correct. We can't send you presents if we don't know where to send them.</p> <p>For more information on ticketing, meet & greet contests, and anything else you might need to know, <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/faq/" target="_blank">check out our FAQ</a>, then visit <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/forum/help" target="_blank">the Help section of our forum</a> to see if someone else has already asked your question. Still confused? Can't access your Sugarpass account? Email us at admin at sugarlandmusic dot com, and we'll help you out. Thanks for being fans!</p> <p>Not a Sugarpass member? <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/store/product/new-sugarpass-membership" target="_blank">Join us today!</a></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events" target="_blank">Get tickets for our 2012 tour!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:30:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/52161<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/12/01/medium.y5ms6e2ql8xv.jpg" /><br /><p>News you can use...</p> <p><strong>1. The time to join Sugarpass is NOW!</strong></p> <p>If you aren't already a member of <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_blank">Sugarpass</a> -- the Sugarland Fan Club -- the time to sign up is now! Sugarpass members get first crack at some of the best seats in the house via our members-only presales, and we're announcing our first presale for 2012 TOMORROW. Don't miss it!</p> <p>Of course, your membership also gives you access to meet & greet opportunities, priority entrance to the Sugarpit -- putting you front and center for our awesome live shows -- and all the other exclusive benefits we dream up during the year. Not to mention the snazzy laminate there to the right, which you can wear with pride.</p> <p>AND it's the holiday season, which means it's the perfect time for giving a Sugarpass to the superfan in your life. Join by Nov. 20th and you're guaranteed to receive this year's holiday gift!</p> <p><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store" target="_blank">Order your Sugarpass online here</a>, or for gift orders, call ground(ctrl) at 877 GND CTRL.</p> <p>Sugarpass! It's your pass to all the Sugar! Best slogan ever!</p> <p><strong>1a. Current Sugarpass members: UPDATE YOUR ADDRESSES.</strong></p> <p>If we don't have a good address on file for you, we can't send you a laminate. Head over to your Dashboard now and confirm that all your info is correct! Thanks!</p> <p><strong>2. Just in time for the holidays: Our merch is on sale!</strong></p> <p>While you're shopping for that special Sugarland-loving someone, you might also want to stop by <a href="http://sugarland.shop.bravadousa.com/" target="_blank">our merchandise store</a> and check out the amazing series of specials they've got rolling through the holiday season. This week, you can create bundles to receive up to 10 percent off; next week, they've got escalating discounts up to 25 percent off.</p> <p>Keep checking in at <a href="http://sugarland.shop.bravadousa.com/" target="_blank">sugarland.shop.bravadousa.com</a> for all the great deals on t-shirts, stocking stuffers, and more.</p> <p><strong>3. Google+ is now Sugar+!</strong></p> <p>And last but not least, we've got a new clubhouse to hang out in: <a href="https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/103738534522130014943/103738534522130014943/posts/BbWrsvo3gfH" target="_blank">Sugarland is now on Google+!</a> Come join us, add us to your circles, and help us explore this brave new world. There's even a welcome video from Jennifer and Kristian... <a href="https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/103738534522130014943/103738534522130014943/posts/BbWrsvo3gfH" target="_blank">watch it here</a>!</p> <p>Don't forget to set those DVRs for the Grammy Nomination special (airing Nov. 30 on CBS) and CMA Country Christmas (airing Dec. 1 on ABC)...</p> <p>You are loved,<br /> - The Sugarland Team</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:40:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/52021<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/10/13/medium.6d9v1dv3iw0b.jpg" /><br /><p>The 45th Annual CMA Awards aired tonight from Nashville, an amazing evening full of showstopping performances that we were thrilled to be a part of. We were named Vocal Duo of the Year -- such an honor -- and as Jennifer and Kristian said from stage, we're dedicating this one to YOU, fans. Thank you... for everything.</p> <p>Who tuned in? What were your highlights? Watch our performance of "Run" with Matt Nathanson below, and then we want to hear the moments that mattered to YOU. Use the comments and talk about it!</p> <p> <object width="560" height="340"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/XvdX5yMHvxc?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/XvdX5yMHvxc?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:10:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/51421<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/06/medium.6g7e2t1j33r8.jpg" /><br /><p>News you can use:</p> <p><strong>Happy CMA Week!</strong> We know you know this first part: The <a href="http://cmaawards.cmaworld.com/" target="_blank">45th Annual CMA Awards</a> air this Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 8/7c on ABC! We'll be there because we're up for Vocal Duo of the Year (so honored!), and we're also performing <a href="http://www.theboot.com/2011/11/03/cma-awards-matt-nathanson-sugarland/" target="_blank">"Run"</a> with our buddy Matt Nathanson. Matt's a newbie to the country music awards show scene and "Run" is one seriously sexy song, so this should be pretty awesome. Meanwhile, for all of you at home, we'll be turning on the <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/chat" target="_blank">Sugarlandmusic.com/chat</a> machine at 6pm ET so you can get your chatter on during the red carpet. We hope you'll come over to the site, bring snacks, and spend the night enjoying the show with your fellow Sugarfans.</p> <p>And don't forget that <strong>TOMORROW, Tuesday, Nov. 8</strong>, Jennifer and Kristian will also be making a special appearance on <a href="http://www.theboot.com/2011/11/03/robin-roberts-in-the-spotlight-kenny-chesney/" target="_blank">"In the Spotlight With Robin Roberts"</a> at 10/9c on ABC with an intimate behind-the-scenes interview that you don't want to miss.</p> <p><strong>Grammy Whammy</strong> If that's not enough Sugarland on your TV, we'll also be performing LIVE on the <a href="http://www.grammy.com/news/ludacris-lupe-fiasco-sugarland-added-to-grammy-nominations-special" target="_blank">Grammy Awards Nomination special</a>, Wednesday, Nov. 30 at 10pm ET on CBS. Jennifer and Kristian will rock the Nokia Center in downtown Los Angeles alongside Jason Aldean, Lupe Fiasco, Ludacris, and Lady Gaga -- and while we can't give you any details yet, we will simply say that we doubt you'll be disappointed...</p> <p><strong>Jingle All the Way</strong> But wait there's more: the VERY NEXT NIGHT, you'll be able to catch Jennifer hosting the second annual <a href="http://www.cmaworld.com/cma-country-christmas" target="_blank"><em>CMA Country Christmas</em></a>, featuring holiday songs and memories from all your favorite country music superstars (Thurs, Dec. 1 at 9/8c on ABC). If you watched last year, you know what a charming and festive event this will be, so gather the family, pour some eggnog, and sing along!</p> <p><strong>Many Happy Returns</strong> Finally, we're proud to be featured on two commercials for great causes right now: Applebee's "Thank You Movement," celebrating our armed forces this Veteran's Day; and the American Cancer Society's fight for less cancer and "More Birthdays." Watch the spots at <a href="http://www.applebees.com/thankyoumovement" target="_blank">ThankYouMovement.com</a> and <a href="http://morebirthdays.com/artist/sugarland-and-little-big-town" target="_blank">MoreBirthdays.com</a>, and find out more about how you can support these organizations.</p> <p>We'll remind you of all these TV appearances as they get closer, of course, and we'll have some big announcements coming up about various and sundry things... so stay tuned. And as usual, we welcome any and all guesses about what those sundry things may be. We like hearing the way your minds work.</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:15:00 -0800http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/51281<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/04/medium.07nk3kiqu31o.jpg" /><br /><p>Indianapolis, we were so happy to be here with you this evening, and happy that you were here with us - as Jennifer said - for everything that meant tonight. It was an emotional show, as well as a celebratory show, celebrating life, and music, and healing. Thank you to our special guests, Rita Wilson and Corey Cox... and thank YOU for being a part of it.</p> <p>Thank you for bringing signs of support for your loved ones and your fellow fans; thank you for the Little Miss Project Live, the posters tonight connected by red string; thank you for the giant LOVE flag the Sugarpit lifted for us. And most of all, thank you for singing and dancing and raising your voices to the heavens. We know that they were heard.</p> <p>If you were a part of the "Indycredible Machine" tonight, won't you please share your experience and memories in the comments?</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/50721<p> <object width="560" height="340"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Ftrbhe1GdWM?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Ftrbhe1GdWM?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p>After two amazing years on the road, the Incredible Machine Tour comes to a close. Were you a part of it? Share your memories in the comments!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Video Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:05:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/50231<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/09/medium.19fhd1n344qi.jpg" /><br /><p><em>After the food, the football, the first fire of the season; after the dishes are done and after you sneak one more plate of leftovers and your brain really commits to the reality of the Christmas season, there will be Sunday. It has been my joy for many years to invite some friends, make a poster to spread the word, pull out my books of old songs and new ones, and string up my favorite guitar to play a show at Eddie's Attic the Sunday after Thanksgiving. This year the tradition continues. Please come join me... - Kristian</em></p> <p>Kristian Bush returns to Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA for his annual Thanksgiving solo show on Sunday, November 27th. (<a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/17781" target="_blank">Read the full recap of last year's show here</a>.) As usual, the night will feature some very special guests to be announced. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday, Oct. 26th, at eddiesattic.com.</p> <p><a href="http://s3.amazonaws.com/groundctrl/clients/sugarland/Halfway%20Home.mp3" target="_blank"><strong>Listen to Kristian's performance of "Halfway Home" from his 2010 Attic show</strong></a></p> <p>And this year, the evening's late show will be made available exclusively to Sugarpass members first! You'll have a week to purchase tickets before we release any remaining seats to the general public. Check your email for the password you'll need to access the exclusive onsale.</p> <p><strong>COMPLETE INFO:</strong></p> <p><strong>Kristian Bush and Friends</strong><br /> November 27th, 2011 @Eddie's Attic,Decatur, GA<br /> Early show at 6:30 p.m. (doors 5:30)<br /> Late show at 9:30 p.m. (doors 9) -- <em>Sugarpass members exclusive performance!</em><br /> Tickets $25, on sale Wednesday, Oct. 26 at noon ET<br /><a href="http://eddiesattic.ticketfusion.com/store/one/index.html?store_id=1553cid=8947819" target="_blank"> Click to purchase on EddiesAttic.com</a></p> <p>Hope to see you there!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:20:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/50071<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/02/04/medium.s5eg9h475i7p.jpg" /><br /><p>We brought the Incredible Machine home tonight to the place where it all started: Philips Arena, where Jennifer and Kristian rehearsed two years ago for everything you've seen on the road since. So it's only appropriate that tonight's hometown show featured plenty of end of tour pranks no one could have planned for.</p> <p>It started during Sara Bareilles' opening set, with the Sugarband in matching track suits as their new collaboration, "Aurora Bareilles," an a capella group in the style of <em>The Sing Off.</em>They joined Sara for "Love Song," which left her in hysterics and set the stage for some fierce retaliation...</p> <p>...like Sara's band taking the stage during the "Everyday America" remix, one by one, dressed as the singers of each song we cover: a Cee Lo Green for "Forget You," a Britney Spears in "Baby One More Time," a massively buxom Dolly Parton for "9 to 5," and a Beyonce, complete with jar of jelly, for "Bootylicious." Please bear in mind that Sara's band is comprised entirely of men, so you can imagine the impressive drag show this turned into (see above if you can't) -- capped off by Ms. Bareilles herself taking the stage dressed as Kristian. Her impression was spot-on, right down to the vest and shoes she stole from his wardrobe. Watch it here:</p> <p> <object width="560" height="340"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/aSNLsZewVJE?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/aSNLsZewVJE?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p>Other highlights: Our crew streaking during "Every Girl." Guitar techs handing out Guitar Hero guitars. Brandon Bush getting a body double, and switching back just in time to have popcorn dumped on his head during "Who Says You Can't Go Home." And then there was the mystery man in tighty-whities and a Darth Vader mask, rockin' on the cowbell. (We'll leave that one solely to your imagination, if that's okay.)</p> <p>And as if that weren't enough, we adored everything you fans brought to the table: red balloons during "Every Girl Like Me," glowsticks during "Find the Beat Again," LOVE flags for "Stand Up," and so many signs -- including a Little Miss Project Live that covered the entire arena, featuring a rumored 10,000+ messages of love and support.</p> <p>We wish you all could have been here to share in this incredible night with us, and if you WERE here, we hope you'll post your memories/photos/video in the comments. Tell us about (and show us!) your night. It was a special one for sure. YOU ARE LOVED!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 20:00:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/50001<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/01/06/medium.3f4axb7zm64n.jpg" /><br /><p>You were feelin' Talla-sassy, Tallahassee, and we loved ya -- thanks for giving us a great life, and a great night!</p> <p>In a strange turn of events, despite the fact that Jennifer is from Georgia, she had a lot of family here in Florida this evening... a few she didn't see coming. But the bigger surprise came from the Beecher Sisters, who brought a poster of Ms. Nettles in all her 1989 glory, with bangs like a waterfall. (The trick is, you curl them DOWN before you brush them UP.)</p> <p>Some faves from the crowd: The gentleman in the western shirt and Mr. T mohawk spreading his arms wide when asked if he was feelin' sexy. The drunk cowboys lifting lighters to "Stand Up." And all of you who lifted a Little Miss Project Live sign in the air tonight, some 4,000 strong. As Jennifer put it from stage, thank you for honoring us... and honoring yourselves. It WILL be all right again, no matter your story. Believe in hope.</p> <p>Were you a part of the Talla-sassy Incredible Machine this evening? The comments are open, and you've got the floor... tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 19:20:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/49981<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/04/00/medium.a2t9817v0j4t.jpg" /><br /><p>News you can use:</p> <p><strong>See 'Em on the CMAs:</strong>"Country's Biggest Night" got a little bigger this week with the announcement that we'll be performing as part of the <a href="http://cmaawards.cmaworld.com/" target="_blank">45th Annual CMA Awards</a>, live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. We're also up for Vocal Duo of the Year, which in and of itself is a great honor about which we are extremely excited. No word yet on what we'll be performing -- well, WE certainly know, but we're not gonna tell YOU yet -- so you are encouraged to speculate in the comments.</p> <p><strong>Peace Out, Man:</strong> We have also been given the incredible privilege of performing at this year's <a href="http://nobelpeaceprizeconcert.no/" target="_blank">Nobel Peace Prize Concert</a>, honoring Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Leymah Gbowee and Tawakkul Karman for what the Norwegian Nobel Committee calls their non-violent struggle for the safety of women and for womens rights to full participation in peace-building work." The concert takes place on December 11th in Oslo, Norway; our fellow performers include Janelle Monae, Jill Scott, David Gray, and Matthew Morrison from <em>Glee</em>. If you are so inclined (or looking for an excuse to visit Norway), <a href="http://www.oslospektrum.no" target="_blank">tickets are on sale now</a>.</p> <p><strong>Vote Early, Vote Often:</strong> We've been nominated for two fan-voted honors, and we need your help! Set an alarm and make your voice heard daily by voting for Sugarland in the American Country Awards (<a href="http://theacas.com/" target="_blank">you can do that here</a>) and the People's Choice Awards (<a href="http://www.peopleschoice.com/pca/" target="_blank">hit them up here</a>; we are currently just nominated to be nominated, so let's get to work, people). As always, we can't do it without you (and your family) (and your friends) (and your dog, who you previously trained to vote).</p> <p><strong>2012 Here We Come: </strong>And last but certainly not least, we've got a show on the books for next year! Yes, you can come see us on August 17th, 2012 when we'll be headlining the <a href="http://willamettecountrymusicfestival.com/" target="_blank">Bi-Mart Willamette Country Music</a> Festival in Brownsville, Oregon! Sugarpass presale info coming soon... see you there?</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:50:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/49931<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/10/06/medium.s1rurroj3z07.jpg" /><br /><p>We can't believe it's the first show of the last full weekend on the Incredible Machine Tour, but we're so glad we could spend it with you, Orlando! Never did make it to your Harry Potter theme park -- save us some butterbeer for next time? -- but you were better than any ride they coulda built, and we loved looking out at all your smiling faces tonight, all the way to the rafters. As Jennifer put it during the encore, you were SO much fun.</p> <p>A special shout-out to the "Pink Brigade" in the Sugarpit, whose tutus and feather boas caught Jennifer's eye. "Is this a bachelorette party?" she asked. "Or breast cancer awareness?" When the ladies gave a thumbs up to that, Jennifer dropped what's probably the quote of the tour: "We love boobies! And we hate cancer!" You're free to borrow that for bumper stickers, t-shirts, what have you. We think it pretty much sums things up.</p> <p>Were you here on this magical night in the Orlando Kingdom? We want to hear all about it, so use the comments and the forum to write your concert reports. Tell us about your evening! And save the boobies!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:30:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/49861<p> <object width="560" height="340"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/HgqBU7dlvr4?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/HgqBU7dlvr4?version=3&hl=en_US" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always"></embed> </object> </p> <p><em>From the pen of Jennifer Nettles...</em></p> <p>Five years ago I was introduced to <a href="http://www.theshalomfoundation.org" target="_blank">The Shalom Foundation</a>. Shalom is an organization that works to aid the people of Guatemala in the areas of health care, nutrition, housing and education. While many of you know that I have supported Shalom for several years now, you may not know that <em>you</em> also have been supporting Shalom.</p> <p>For the past four years, Kristian and I have donated a dollar to Shalom from every single ticket purchased to one of our concerts. So if you've come to see one of our shows, you have danced and sang and rocked your way into some good karma, my friends!</p> <p>You have contributed to houses for families living in tin shacks with dirt floors. You have aided in the purchase of food for children who otherwise would not have eaten. You have allowed books and scholarships to be provided to children who would not have been able to go to school and learn. You have purchased a children's surgery hospital where kids with life-altering illness go to receive procedures and care that they would never be able to find or afford in their country.</p> <p>On my last visit to Guatemala, I wanted to make something to show you what Shalom is all about, and to show you the help and blessings to which you have contributed. Our videographer, Valarie Bienas, along with her wonderful team, have put together a piece here to share with you. My hope is that you will become motivated to share it with others. If you are interested in learning more about Shalom or how you might continue to help, visit <a href="http://www.theshalomfoundation.org" target="_blank">www.theshalomfoundation.org</a>. I hope you enjoy!</p> <p>Blessings,<br /> Jennifer</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Video Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 09:55:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/49312<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/11/00/medium.2606of3t6our.jpg" /><br /><p>Hoo boy, we didn't know how our second night at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut could possibly top last night's blast-off, but there was a marriage proposal in the Sugarpit during "Little Miss" (complete with technicolor LMP signs), and that is pretty durn hard to beat. We wish the happy couple a lifetime of joy, and hope they can bring their own Little Miss (or Mister!) to a show someday to show them where it all began.</p> <p>In other words, the building may have been the same, but the crowd was very different -- and just as awesome -- for Night Two, Electric Boogaloo. Extra credit to the men in the house for holding down their part on "Everyday America" louder than possibly any show this year, and to the women in the Pit diving after guitar picks like they were bridal bouquets.</p> <p>Were you one of the thousands stomping their feet during the Incredible Machine this evening? It's been a great weekend on the road here in New England, but it's not over until we hear from all of you. Use the comments, write your own blog post, or stop by the forum, and tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas<em></em></em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 19:50:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/49242<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/14/05/medium.dpec3bft3ab8.jpg" /><br /><p><span>We're at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut for two nights this weekend, and as usual, Night One (Friday Funday!) set the bar high. From the man in the Sugarpit waving his beer-carton hat in the air to the folksthe way up in the last row of Section 112 who never sat down the whole show, you guys were a loud, happy, super-fun addition to the Incredible Machine! </span></p> <p>There was some kind of dance-off vibe in the air tonight, with Kristian polishing his '80s prom moves (note: he did not wear a dress to prom), Jennifer adding a little extra shake to "Find the Beat Again," and our dynamic duo inventing what we believe is called "The Row" during "All I Want To Do" -- look for it. It'll be sweeping the nation soon.</p> <p>If you were one of our Sugarfriends in the crowd tonight singing your face off, come tell us about it! Use the comments and the forum, use Twitter and Facebook, and give us those concert reports. We wanna hear about your evening!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:50:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/49232<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/05/06/medium.ho8c70q3g702.jpg" /><br /><p>Manchester, it is so nice to be part of your fall. For those of you unable to join us this evening, the Verizon Wireless Arena is right near the banks of the Merrimack River, and on this drizzly fall day, the leaves had turned and were falling into the gray waters rushing along past the red brick buildings, and... oh, it was a perfect New England day.</p> <p>Can't complain about our crowd, either -- especially the two sets of twins in the Sugarpit, and the line of tiny girls in blue LOVE shirts who kept trying not to smile (but we knew they were just playing hard to get). Were you part of the Incredible Machine in New Hampshire this evening? If we can ask you to give us one more thing, it would be your concert reports. Tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 19:25:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/49152<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/15/08/medium.v90xf4css0do.jpg" /><br /><p>It's been a long time coming, but the fans have spoken, and we finally have a winner in our <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/39542" target="_blank">Win A Date With Sugarland "Tonight" Contest</a>:Tiffany!</p> <p>You can watch her video below. Meanwhile, we'll be contacting her to arrange her trip to see us play in Atlanta later this month. Thank you to EVERYONE who entered -- your videos were incredible. (You can watch all the finalists <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/tonightcontest" target="_blank">here</a>.)</p> <p>Finally, we hope each and every one of you someday has a chance to experience your perfect "Tonight"!</p> <p> <object width="560" height="340"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/80EzAu_1tIE?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/80EzAu_1tIE?version=3&hl=en_US" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p> <p></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:35:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/48712<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/12/02/medium.878d0vb10s9u.jpg" /><br /><p>It's been a great run, Wichita, and you were a great capper, proving the point that in Sugarland, dreams really do come true -- just ask the folks in tonight's Sugarpit. Birthdays were celebrated, hugs were given, and of course, one lucky girl out there in the arena got a new guitar. (Because here in Sugarland, we love surprises.) (Well, technically, just Kristian loves surprises. Jennifer is a Virgo, and not crazy about 'em.) (We forgot to bring that up in Knoxville after she said it.) (We'll stop with the parentheticals now.)</p> <p>Thanks for lending us your voices and hearts for a while, and a special shout-out to the Kansas State Wildcat cheerleaders down front, wearing purple shirts and throwing spirit fingers at the top of "Something More." If you were a part of the Incredible Machine in Wichita this evening, please do use the comments and forum and blogs and whatever else is at your disposal to tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 08 Oct 2011 20:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/48512<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/09/07/medium.to016zvsw11u.jpg" /><br /><p>We couldn't have planned it better: Just as we launched into the opening bars of our last song, "Come On Eileen," there was this low roar in the audience. Hard to tell what it was at first -- some hats went into the air, somebody tossed a handful of popcorn -- and then all 14,000 people in this St. Louis crowd went so nuts we had to stop the song. The Cardinals had just defeated the Phillies in the NLDS, and there was no containing the joy... even Kristian somehow ended up in a Cards hat. Regardless of your baseball allegiance, a city celebrating their victory en masse is a pretty spectacular thing to witness. Too-rah-loo, for reals.</p> <p>All around, this was a great night at your Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, St. Louis, and a perfect way to celebrate our last outdoor show of the year. Might we add that you also gave us one of most enthusiastic "LOVE" flag kids we've had in ages? We'd like to put her on the edge of our stage and let her wave her arms forever. Cute overload, people. Cute. Overload.</p> <p>So... were you a part of the Incredible Machine this evening, until you got totally distracted by a baseball score? We wanna hear all about it. Leave your concert report in the comments or in our forum, and heck, we'll say it: Go Cards!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 20:35:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/48502<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/08/11/medium.dfgwqac8a8n6.jpg" /><br /><p>Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush of country duo Sugarland will be returning to Indiana for a free concert at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on October 28th. This full-band show will also serve as the final stop of Sugarland's 2011 Incredible Machine Tour. Special guests will be announced at a later date.</p> <p>It is Sugarland's intention to honor all previous ticketholders for the August 13th Indiana State Fair date at this newly-added show, regardless of refund status. Ticket distribution will start with a first-come, first-serve for previous ticketholders before the release of seats to the general public. <strong>The will begin Oct. 10th at 10 a.m. ET, and end Oct. 14th at midnight ET.</strong></p> <p>Fans who bought State Fair show tickets <strong>online or via telephone through Ticketmaster or the Indiana State Fair (ISF)</strong> will receive unique passwords via email or phone to redeem the same number of tickets they originally purchased. To visit the event page on <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/050047290364B4E3" target="_blank">Ticketmaster.com</a> for this "presale," please <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/050047290364B4E3" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p> <p>Fans who participated in the <strong>Sugarpass fan club presale</strong> will receive an email with ticket redemption instructions for use here on Sugarlandmusic.com.</p> <p>Original Sugarpit ticketholders will have first priority to choose Sugarpit for this show as well.</p> <p>Previous ticketholders who <strong>do not</strong> receive an email or who purchased their tickets <strong>in person</strong> at the ISF box office or other outlet should contact Ticketmaster at <strong>800-745-3000</strong> beginning Oct. 10th at 10 a.m. ET to request seats. Proof of original purchase in the form of a receipt is recommended.</p> <p>Remaining seats for the Conseco Fieldhouse show will be released to the general public <strong>Saturday, October 15th at 10 a.m. ET</strong> on a first-come, first-serve basis. Tickets will be available free of cost and service fees via <strong><a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/050047290364B4E3" target="_blank">Ticketmaster.com</a>, by calling 800 745 3000, and via the <a href="http://www.consecofieldhouse.com/tickets/" target="_blank">Conseco Fieldhouse Box Office</a></strong>for as long as supplies last. Ticket limit is four (4) per household. To visit the event page on Ticketmaster, please <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/050047290364B4E3" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p> <p><a href="http://www.consecofieldhouse.com/" target="_blank">Conseco Fieldhouse</a> is the home of the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever, located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. Doors on the night of the performance will open at 6:30 p.m.; the show will begin at 7:30. Contributions to the <a href="http://www.cicf.org/" target="_blank">Indiana State Fair Remembrance Fund</a> will be gratefully accepted throughout the night.</p> <p>Have questions? Need assistance redeeming your previously-held tickets? Please visit the <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum/help/316172" target="_blank">Help section</a> of our Forum.</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 07:00:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/48352<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/06/08/medium.81814pr5eke3.jpg" /><br /><p>It was a hometown show for Kristian tonight in Knoxville, as we came into Thompson-Boling Arena -- home of the mighty Lady Vols! -- ready to see our East Tennessee Sugarfriends for the first time in too long.</p> <p>KB brought his <a href="http://www.whosay.com/Sugarland/photos/76883" target="_blank">Big Orange Guitar</a> (signed by Pat Summitt, of course), Jennifer was resplendent in fringe (it's like a show within the show!) and the band brought the rock... with lots of help from all of you. As Jennifer put it, those Southern Baptists in the house knew how to sing it. Thanks for all the signs, both Little Miss and otherwise -- was that a "Stand Up/Occupy Knoxville" poster we spotted? -- and thank you for welcoming home the Bush Brothers, just two lil' boys from Sevierville with a dream. They turned out okay, no?</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine in Knoxville this evening? We can't wait to hear your concert reports and see those Sugarpics. Use the comments, use Facebook and Twitter, and tell us all about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/48372<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/07/07/medium.pndl27zh3z1f.jpg" /><br /><p>We've announced the finalists in our <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/39542" target="_blank">Win a Date With Sugarland "Tonight"</a> contest! We asked you to show us your perfect "Tonight," and thanks to the number of amazing entries we received, we decided to up the number of finalists to a very sweet 16. Congrats to <em>everyone</em>who entered -- we loved watching the heartfelt and inspiring videos you made.</p> <p>Now the contest is in your hands:<a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/tonightcontest" target="_blank">Click here to vote for your favorite</a>, and send one lucky fan to Atlanta on Oct. 22 to see Jennifer & Kristian perform at their hometown show. Voting closes on Sunday at midnight, so get watching. It's all up to you...</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 09:40:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/48052<p>We were incredibly moved by the <a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/21031" target="_blank">Little Miss Project</a> Live the fans created during our show at the New York State Fair in Syracuse this weekend. Two schoolteachers named Julie and Amy organized the project, distributing over 6,000 signs of healing and remembrance for the crowd to raise during "Little Miss."We want to thank Julie and Amy -- and everyone who participated -- for reaching out with so much hope. Thank you, fans. You are loved.</p> <p> <object width="560" height="340"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/P5sk7bnNhTA?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/P5sk7bnNhTA?version=3&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 14:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/45752<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/14/00/medium.5d3fjay2x836.jpg" /><br /><p>Dear Fans, Family and Friends,</p> <p>We have taken a couple of days to try and even begin to emotionally process the magnitude and gravity of the tragedy in Indiana on Saturday. While the path to healing from this type of trauma and loss is long and winding, we wanted to reach out and update you on where we are and how we are.</p> <p>We are in the process of planning a private memorial in Indiana, to honor those fans who died. We would first like to hold space so that their families can have time to go through their own services and memorials. Until that time we are holding vigil for them. We join them on their mourning benches. And we stand in the gap asking God to offer them peace and healing. For those suffering from injury we hold you up with prayers for complete healing of your own.</p> <p>We are also addressing our own specific healing. Our road family experienced its traumas together. While we all scattered to our given families for their comfort, the trauma we experienced together binds us in a unique way that we share only with each other, and those who were there. There is healing in our being together. There is healing in our working together. For this reason we are planning to get back on the road this weekend, beginning with our scheduled show in Albuquerque this Thursday, August 18th. The emotions have us yearning to be close to each other immediately. The logistics have us needing to replace all of our instruments and equipment. (The set is a loss that is insignificant in light of the tragedy.)</p> <p>This Incredible Machine is more than a tour and more than a set. We have always celebrated music as a Healer. While music cannot change the events and losses at the Indiana State Fair, it can hopefully serve as a ritual and a balm to provide comfort and facilitate healing in this time of great sorrow. We hope to see you all soon.</p> <p>Love,<br /> Sugarland</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:25:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/43662<p>"I am so moved. Moved by the grief of those families who lost loved ones. Moved by the pain of those who were injured and the fear of their families. Moved by the great heroism as I watched so many brave Indianapolis fans actually run toward the stage to try and help lift and rescue those injured. Moved by the quickness and organization of the emergency workers who set up the triage and tended to the injured. There are no words to process a moment of this magnitude and gravity. There are only prayers for peace in the hearts of the bereft, and prayers of thanksgiving for those who were spared or safe. A piece of our heart is left in that grandstand. May God provide peace and healing to the people of Indianapolis." - Jennifer Nettles</p> <p>"Our fans just came to see a show, and it ended in something terrible. My heart is totally broken for the families and friends of those who lost their lives. It's broken for all the people who got hurt, for the people who were scared. I thank God for every person who lifted a truss, who pushed against that metal to get it off someone; for every person who used a chair as a stretcher. I thank God for every fan and emergency responder, for everyone who ran to the trouble instead of away from it. The courage of those men and women will forever be with me." - Kristian Bush</p> <p>We wish to pass along our most sincere thanks for the messages of love, prayer, and support from our fan family. We'll post any further updates here as they become available.</p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 19:25:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/43432<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/08/14/medium.b07naxq5mn69.jpg" /><br /><p>Rockford, we've renamed you RAWKford. You seriously kicked butt out there tonight, in your awesome arena that somehow felt huge and intimate at the same time. With your voices and your hands lifted in the air, you kicked off our weekend of touring "I" states in style, so we've also renamed you IlliNOISE. Hope you're okay with that.</p> <p>We loved being here with you -- even the torrential downpour outside turned to clear skies and bright full moon when the show started -- and we hope you had a great late-summer Friday with us. Thanks for giving so much love to our friend Vonda Shepard (she gave us our start on a tour bus so many years ago), and an extra thanks to whoever brought the "Nettles for President" t-shirt. She'll think about it and get back to you.</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine this evening? The comments are open -- time to talk about it! Tell us about your night?</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/43402<p>This weekend, we had the honor of headlining WE Fest, the largest country music camping event in America, and while Sugarland TV may not have an Action News Van yet, sometimes nice people drive us around in golf carts. Come along for the ride as we tour the Detroit Lakes campsites, visit a Mobile Man Cave, play beer pong, and learn what makes this 29 year-old festival so special...</p> <p> <object width="540" height="360"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/uw8lKeYGwLY?version=3&hl=en_US" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" height="360" width="540" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.youtube.com/v/uw8lKeYGwLY?version=3&hl=en_US"></embed> </object> </p> <p>Have you been to WE Fest? Leave your memories in the comments!</p> <p><strong>More Fair and Festival Reports</strong><br /> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzpGfPDcjyI" target="_blank">Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo</a><br /> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqS1nP9t51I" target="_blank">Bayou Country Superfest (f. guest host Annie Clements)</a><br /> <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/37061" target="_blank">Rapids Jam</a><br /> <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/40442" target="_blank">Calgary Stampede</a></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 16:35:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/42782<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/04/08/medium.q8h5185ws3j4.jpg" /><br /><p>There was someone in the Sugarpit tonight with a sign that said "Dreams Come True." They made it to the jumbotron at the end of "Baby Girl," and it was one of those perfect moments where the show was better because of the massive creativity and heart of our incredible fans. Kansas City, thanks for being great. It might have been screamingly hot outside, but y'all were cool as could be.</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine this evening? We want to hear your story -- post it here in our comments, or leave your concert report in our forum. (The people at home really want to know.) It was YOUR tonight, so let's talk about it! It's your turn. Go.</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 20:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/42682<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/07/02/medium.92iyf4ou75za.jpg" /><br /><p>You got not one but TWO new cover songs tonight, Omaha! Unfortunately for our fans at home, both are unlikely to be repeated in other cities: First, Jennifer busted out her own take on the old Mutual of Omaha ad jingle ("Oh, my heart..."), and then Kristian and the band added a cover of Counting Crows' "Omaha" to the encore, a song Kristian said he wanted to play in this town for 20 years. What YOU added to our night, Omaha, was your incredible energy and beautiful voices -- you only needed one try to learn your part in "Every Girl Like Me," and darn near drowned us out on "Little Miss." Thanks for welcoming us to the shores of your river, and for sharing your Tonight with us.</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine in Omaha this evening, Sugarfriends? Then why not use the comments to talk about it, or post a concert report in our forum? We can't wait to hear your story. Tell us about your night!</p> <p></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 21:15:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/42672<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/04/medium.4211g4h17hzf.jpg" /><br /><p>It's kind of funny, actually, to construct a whole blog post titled "Were you there?" directed at thousands of people who are currently camping in the middle of the Minnesota woods and unlikely to read this for several days, but WE Fest, you were so much fun that it seems a shame not to immediately write and tell you that.(Sharing a stage with Willie Nelson and Lynyrd Skynyrd ain't bad, either.)</p> <p>For a bunch of people who spent the whole day drinking what we can only presume were adult beverages out of travel mugs that make water coolers look like teacups, you did an amazing job of singing along throughout our set, which lasted past midnight -- first time all year we've played into tomorrow! And we gotta say, the whole Mardi-Gras-meets-NASCAR vibe you've got going here is pretty appealing for a sunny summer weekend. Be safe out there. Be kind to each other. Try not to fall into any of the Detroit Lakes. Hope we can come back and play soon.</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine at WE Fest this evening? Are you still awake? Do you have wi-fi in your RV? If you can say yes to all of those things, then we hope you will write us a concert report or post about your adventures in the Sugarforum. We'll also be okay if you guys come back on Monday to write about it. Either way... please tell us about your night!</p> <p>(PS: Stay tuned for one of our most epic Fair and Festival Reports of the year, coming to Sugarlandmusic.com on Monday.)</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 22:40:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/42662<p>Live from the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, we enlist our touring partner Sara Bareilles for a show-closing hoedown on Dexys Midnight Runners' "Come On Eileen." Watch it here, and toorah-loorah the rest of your day away...</p> <p> <object width="560" height="340"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/TMDqkBjvdMg?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/TMDqkBjvdMg?version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="560" height="340" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed> </object> </p> <p>Talk about it in the comments: What other covers would you like to see us try with Ms. Bareilles?</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Video directed by Valarie Allyn Bienas</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:45:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/41402<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/10/medium.dwkcbym61fid.jpg" /><br /><p>So here's what we noticed about #IncredibleMachineNightTwo in Los Angeles: It was just as awesome as #IncredibleMachineNightOne. That's kind of amazing, if you think about it. Cue Randy Newman song...</p> <p>We're so thankful after two nights at the Greek Theatre this week. There's nothing like playing a legendary house full of legen -- wait for it -- dary fans who aren't afraid to raise their voices across the Hollywood Hills. "Come On Eileen" has never been better, thanks to your energy (stay tuned for video of our cover with Sara Bareilles coming soon, shot on site here in L.A.), and perhaps it was the cinematic powers of this town that inspired us to add a littleflavor to "Every Girl Like Me." Wonder if we can get our Sugarfriends to join us in that slo-mo moment at some dates down the road?</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine this evening? Did you participate in the tiny adorable totally stealth Little Miss Project that materialized in the pit? Did you come to BOTH shows? We wanna hear from YOU. Use the comments to tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 22:45:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/41112<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/13/15/medium.yg5515s39576.jpg" /><br /><p>We were at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles tonight for what we've Twitter-dubbed #IncredibleMachineNightOne, in true Hollywood style. (Look for the sequel tomorrow!)</p> <p>This is one of the most beautiful venues in America, and when the green lights of "Tonight" hit the green trees of Griffith Park, it was one of those moments to remember. We loved watching you dance all silhouetted against the lights of the stairs, we loved watching your hands over your heads at the top of "Something More," and when Jennifer asked if you were feeling sexy, you really didn't hesitate to respond. We like that confidence, L.A. We like it a lot.</p> <p>Were you a part of #IncredibleMachineNightOne at the Greek this evening, Sugarfriends? The comments are open, and your friends in the Sugarforum can't wait to hear your concert report. (We'd say "no spoilers," but we have a feeling it's not possible to spoil tomorrow's show for anyone.) Tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 22:50:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/41052<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/01/15/medium.3can32x764gl.jpg" /><br /><p>Any show that starts with hot air balloons floating above the venue is bound to be a good one, and San Diego, you guys did not disappoint. We played on a lush green soccer field at UCSD, on a night where the beautifully temperate climate might have been the real rock star. As Jennifer put it, the rest of America is burning, but you are not, Southern California. Thank you for that.</p> <p>We'd like to give a special nod to the firefighters who joined us for part of the show, having pulled their hook & ladder truck up to the stage right fence and climbed on top of it to watch. Not sure if they were trying to be undercover, but the reflective strips on their coats kind of gave them away. We salute you, firefighters -- as well as any of the fine men and women of the armed forces who might have joined us here in this terrific miltary town. Finally, we salute every single audience member tonight who put their hands in the air, and waved them like they just didn't care. You should have seen yourselves from the stage, San Diego. Y'all looked awesome.</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine at RIMAC Field this evening? The comments are open, and your friends in the Sugarforum can't wait to hear your concert report. Tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:30:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/40952<br /><img src="http://groundctrl.s3.amazonaws.com/clients/sugarlandmusic/media/00/02/medium.r6b1c6nm4153.jpg" /><br /><p>New rule of thumb: Any time the crowd has light-up cocktails, it's gonna be a great show. We might have talked about this a little already tonight, but to look out there at your glasses sparkling like technicolor stars across the crowd was a seriously cool thing, Paso Robles. Thanks for drinking (responsibly) with us tonight! That looked awesome.</p> <p>Seriously, we had a super-fun day at the California Mid-State Fair, peoples. There was the fair itself, complete with Mutton Bustin' and wine and booths where you could get your nails painted for free and wine and bear statues and lots of food products on sticks, and did we mention wine? And then there was the actual show, with thousands of you packed into that tiny rodeo field, filling the grandstands and stomping your feet to the beat on the metal steps so it echoed all the way to the ferris wheel.</p> <p>Thanks for sending us that little girl who carried our "LOVE" flag -- so tiny! so cute! Thanks for your festival queens -- tiaras! sashes! And to the group of folks down front who went into some sort of Greek wedding dance during "Come On Eileen": You nailed it. Nicely done.</p> <p>Were you a part of the Incredible Machine at the Fair this evening? The comments are open, and you've heard enough outta us. Tell us about your night!</p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p> <p><em>Photo Credit: Andrea Anderson</em></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 22:35:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/40922<p>Here's something awesome: AOL's The Boot visited us backstage in Augusta last month to shoot a "Day in the Life" of the Incredible Machine Tour, and if you've ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at a Sugarland show with Jennifer and Kristian as your guides, then this video is for you:</p> <p> <object id="AOLVP_us_1032659546001" width="476" height="357"> <param name="movie" value="http://o.aolcdn.com/videoplayer/AOL_PlayerLoader.swf" /> <param name="bgcolor" value="#000000" /> <param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /> <param name="wmode" value="transparent" /> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /> <param name="flashvars" value="playerid=61371447001&codever=1&stillurl=http%3A%2F%2Fpdl%2Estream%2Eaol%2Ecom%2Fpdlext%2Faol%2Fbrightcove%2Faolmaster%2F1612833736%2F1612833736%5F1070930020001%5Fari%2Dorigin29%2Darc%2D112%2D1311351718360%2Ejpg%3FpubId%3D1612833736&videoid=1032659546001&publisherid=1612833736" /><embed src="http://o.aolcdn.com/videoplayer/AOL_PlayerLoader.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" wmode="transparent" allowfullscreen="true" bgcolor="#000000" width="476" height="357" name="AOLVP_us_1032659546001" flashvars="playerid=61371447001&codever=1&stillurl=http%3A%2F%2Fpdl%2Estream%2Eaol%2Ecom%2Fpdlext%2Faol%2Fbrightcove%2Faolmaster%2F1612833736%2F1612833736%5F1070930020001%5Fari%2Dorigin29%2Darc%2D112%2D1311351718360%2Ejpg%3FpubId%3D1612833736&videoid=1032659546001&publisherid=1612833736"></embed> </object> </p> <p>Read more about AOL's day as part of the Incredible Machine here: <a href="http://www.theboot.com/2011/07/22/sugarland-a-day-in-the-life/" target="_blank">http://www.theboot.com/2011/07/22/sugarland-a-day-in-the-life/</a></p> <p><strong>Helpful Sugarlinks!<br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/events">2011 Incredible Machine Tour: On sale now!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/20281" target="_blank">Check out our 2011 Incredible Machine Tour dates</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/releases/the_incredible_machine_deluxe" target="_blank">Order The Incredible Machine today!</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/news/12824" target="_blank">Your complete guide to The Incredible Machine</a><br /><a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/store " target="_blank">Join our Sugarpass fan club</a><br /><a href="http://sugarland.groundctrl.net/signmeup" target="_blank">Sign up for our mailing list</a><br /><a href="http://sugarlandmusic.com/forum" target="_blank">Talk about it in our forum</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/Sugarlandmusic" target="_blank">Follow us on Twitter</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/sugarland" target="_blank">Join us on Facebook</a><br /><a href="http://c.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZConnections.woa/wa/viewProfile?id=-11449" target="_blank">Find us on Ping</a></strong></p><p>From <a href="http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/">www.sugarlandmusic.com</a></p>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:40:00 -0700http://www.sugarlandmusic.com/news/40842