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ALL ABOARD! COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – JUMP ON THE SHANE TRAIN!

ALL ABOARD! COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – JUMP ON THE SHANE TRAIN!

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Rising Country Singer-Songwriter Shane Wyatt Invites Fans To Join Him On The “Shane Train” From Minneapolis, MN, To Clear Lake, IA, To See Him Perform With Randy Travis On July 18

Rising country singer-songwriter Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) is honored to be sharing the stage with the legendary Randy Travis in Clear Lake, Iowa on July 18 and to share in the occasion, Wyatt is inviting fans along for the ride.

Wyatt has put together the “Shane Train”, a chartered bus that will bring his fans from Burnsville (a suburb of Minneapolis) to the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa to see the show. For $75, fans get a round-trip ride, a ticket to the show, free drinks on the way to the show and bottled water on the way home. Fans can claim their seat on the “Shane Train” at www.shanewyatt.com.

For those wanting to make the trip themselves or in the area, tickets to the show are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Tickets are available at www.surfballroom.com. Doors open at 8 p.m.

The Surf Ballroom is famous for being the last venue Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Richie Valens played at before their tragic plane crash 50 years ago.

Whole Lotta Love”, Wyatt’s latest single from his critically-acclaimed debut album The Last Cowboy, has been burning up the charts across the country with airplay on over 200 stations. The single also has climbed into the Top 10 on a number of charts in Europe.

She Could Do Better” will be Wyatt’s third single and will be hitting country radio in August.

PHOTO CAPTION: Minnesota country music fans enjoying free drinks onboard the “Shane Train” en route to the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA.

Click on the picture if you want to download a hi-res image (jpeg format /scaned at 300dpi / larger than 1.0mb). Save the Hi-Res image on your media drive. SHANE WYATT OPENS FOR COUNTRY MUSIC LEGEND RANDY TRAVIS *** Leading Up To The Big Day, Wyatt Also Opened For New Lyric Street Group, Love And Theft Country music fans in Minnesota recently hopped onboard the “Shane Train” to Clear Lake, IA to join hometown favorite and rising country star Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) as he opened for the legendary Randy Travis at the famous Surf Ballroom on July 18. Wyatt says, "Randy has been a huge influence on me as a singer and an artist; getting to spend some time with him and his band was a great thrill for me. Having the show be here at such a historic venue made the night even better!" Leading up to the big day, Wyatt was asked to open for Carrrolwood Records’ new country group Left and Theft at well-known Minneapolis venue The Cabooze on July 10. "This band is definitely one of the new bands to watch this year. Stephen, Brian and Eric are great guys and they put on a great show tonight for Minneapolis,” comments Wyatt. Wyatt is heading out on the road in support of “She Could Do Better”, the third single from his critically-acclaimed, independent debut The Last Cowboy. PHOTO CAPTION: Rising country singer Shane Wyatt with country music legend Randy Travis at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA on July 18. PHOTO CAPTION: Minnesota country music fans enjoying free drinks onboard the “Shane Train” en route to the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA. PHOTO CAPTION: Rising country singer Shane Wyatt with Eric Gunderson, Stephen Barker Lies and Brian Bandas of Carrolwood Records’ new country group Left and Theft at The Cabooze in Minneapolis, MN on July 10. Photo Caption: Shane Wyatt (center) with Brian Goldenman (left) and Dan Adamson (right), founders of Farm Boy and Farm Girl brands. RISING COUNTRY SINGER SHANE WYATT PARTNERS WITH FARM BOY® & FARM GIRL® BRANDS Rising country singer-songwriter Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) has entered into a sponsorship with Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands (www.farmboybrand.com), fresh clothing and accessories that capture the heartfelt pride of the farming lifestyle. The partnership is a perfect fit for many reasons, given Shane’s rural upbringing and down-home musical style. According to Dan Adamson, Partner and Creative Director of Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands, “we’re very excited to partner with Shane Wyatt and look forward to joining in the fun as he travels the country this year. As a former 4-H member and an FFA officer in his hometown in Oklahoma, Shane is a natural fit to represent Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands. Shane’s raised cattle and raised horses and his infectious energy on stage raises the roof with audiences too.” Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands is supporting Wyatt’s ongoing radio tour promoting his debut release, The Last Cowboy, where he’s already made stops in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Texas, Oklahoma (Wyatt’s home state) and Minnesota. Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands will also promote Wyatt via its digital marketing, including its consumer website, Facebook and email blasts and is exploring cards for fans to receive a free music download from Wyatt. Additionally, Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands is providing clothing and accessories for listener giveaways and other special events. Wyatt relates, “my whole team and I are excited about the partnership. The Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands perfectly embody the country and small town spirit that I strive to convey in my music and in my shows. These clothes are the coolest way to show that you love the farming lifestyle, agriculture, and the country way of life, and I am proud to bring them out on our radio tour and show tour this year” Wyatt plans include appearances at Farm Boy & Farm Girl booths at fairs and festivals, where fans can expect to see Wyatt and his band sporting their attire at shows and appearances. “Whole Lotta Love”, Wyatt’s newest single from his critically-acclaimed debut album The Last Cowboy, has been burning up the charts across the country with airplay on over 200 stations. The single also has climbed into the Top 10 on a number of charts in Europe. SHANE WYATT MEETS FELLOW COUNTRY ARTISTS AT CRS 40 IN NASHVILLE Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) recently returned from Nashville, where he participated in his first Country Radio Seminar. During CRS 40, Wyatt met with country music media and industry insiders to promote his critically-acclaimed debut album, The Last Cowboy, and his new single “Whole Lotta Love”. Along the way, Wyatt also had the opportunity to meet not only some of country music’s biggest stars, but also fellow rising stars. PHOTO CAPTION (Left to right): Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt and country superstar Daryl Worley. PHOTO CAPTION (Left to right): Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt and country superstar Jason Aldean. PHOTO CAPTION (Left to right): Hit country songwriter Jeffrey Steele and Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt. PHOTO CAPTION (Left to right): Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt and country star Chris Young. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt and emerging country group Trailer Choir. SHANE WYATT MEETS FANS AT BEST BUY *** Wyatt Also Visited KLCI/BOB-FM To Promote His New Single, “Whole Lotta Love” On Saturday, March 21st, Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) appeared at Best Buy in Maple Grove, Minn., where he treated fans to an acoustic performance of songs on his critically-acclaimed debut album, The Last Cowboy. After concluding the performance with his new single “Whole Lotta Love”, Wyatt signed autographs and posed for pictures with his fans. Leading up to the event, on Wednesday, March 18th, Wyatt visited the KLCI (BOB-FM) studios to promote his new single “Whole Lotta Love” and the appearance at Best Buy. Wyatt was interviewed live on-air by Drive Time DJ Ed Brady. Brady also played three songs from The Last Cowboy. “Whole Lotta Love” is burning up the country music charts, receiving early airplay on over 100 stations across the U.S. PHOTO CAPTION (Left to right): KLCI/BOB-FM Station Manager Neil Freeman, Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt and KLCI/BOB-FM Drive Time DJ Ed Brady. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt ready to sign autographs for fans at the Best Buy in Maple Grove, Minn. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt signing autographs for fans at the Best Buy in Maple Grove, Minn. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis-based rising country star Shane Wyatt signing autographs for fans at the Best Buy in Maple Grove, Minn. MINNEAPOLIS COUNTRY FAVORITE SHANE WYATT CELEBRATED HIS BIRTHDAY WITH A TV PERFORMANCE, STAR TRIBUNE FEATURE AND SPECIAL CONCERT *** Wyatt To Perform At Benefit For Jeff Dinsmore Of Famed Minnesota Country Band Westbound On November 2nd Minneapolis Country music favorite Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) recently turned another year younger and the occasion turned into a multi-day celebration. First, Wyatt made his second appearance on “Showcase Minnesota”, a popular lifestyle show airing live on KARE 11, where he was interviewed by host Rob Hudson and performed with his band “Waiting For Forever” from his independent debut album The Last Cowboy, in which he wrote all of the songs. His appearance is available online here. The next morning, Wyatt woke-up to find himself prominently featured in the Arts section of the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Music Critic Chris Riemenschneider said, “His polished but brawny brand of country fits in among currently hot Music Row studs such as Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley and Tim McGraw.” Wyatt’s feature is available online here. The celebrating concluded on Saturday, October 25th, with a special birthday concert at Povlitzki’s in Spring Lake Park. Concerted goers were treated to special songs and special guests. Wyatt and his band had them line dancing and scooting boots all night long. Next up for Wyatt is a performance at a benefit on Sunday, November 2nd, for Jeff Dinsmore of famed Minnesota country band, Westbound. Westbound has been performing in the area for over 25 years and has been inducted into the Mid America Music Hall of Fame. Dinsmore has been suffering from a series of heart attacks and fellow local artists are coming together for an afternoon of good music to support him and his family. The benefit will take place at Kraus Harting VFW in Spring Lake Park from 1-6 p.m. There will also be a silent auction and hourly drawings. All Ages are welcome. Admission is $10. Touching hearts and scooting boots with songs inspired by modern traditionalists like George Strait and country rocker Jason Aldean, Wyatt is enjoying great grass roots success with his first single, “The Big Bad Dog,” which is receiving airplay on major stations in Oklahoma, Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota, Wyatt’s adopted home state. PHOTO CAPTION: (Left to right) “Showcase Minnesota” host Rob Hudson and Minneapolis Country music favorite, Shane Wyatt. RISING COUNTRY STAR SHANE WYATT TO MAKE HIS NATIONAL TV DEBUT ON CMT’S UPCOMING SERIES “MY BIG REDNECK WEDDING” Minneapolis-based rising Country star Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) made his TV debut this past July on KARE-11’s “Showcase Minnesota” and is already going national. Thanks to a couple of crazy fans dressed in wedding garb at a show this past summer, Wyatt will make his national TV debut on an episode of CMT’s upcoming series “My Big Redneck Wedding”, hosted by Tom Arnold. The episode titled “Gary and Leann” is expected to air in January. When Wyatt and his band took notice of the couple at the show, they promised to play at their wedding reception if CMT picked them. Wyatt stayed true to the promise and on September 9th, he and his band performed for the newlyweds and their guests. The groom’s attire at the reception included a Shane Wyatt t-shirt. Touching hearts and scooting boots with songs inspired by modern traditionalists like George Strait and country rocker Jason Aldean, Wyatt is enjoying great grass roots success with his first single, “The Big Bad Dog,” which is receiving airplay on major stations in Oklahoma, Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota, Wyatt’s adopted home state. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis-based rising Country star Shane Wyatt with newlyweds Gary and Leann Beardslee during their wedding reception on September 9th, which was taped for an episode of CMT’s upcoming series “My Big Redneck Wedding”, hosted by Tom Arnold. MINNEAPOLIS COUNTRY FAVORITE SHANE WYATT PERFORMS AT OUTLAW GRASS DRAG On August 22nd, Minneapolis Country music favorite Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com) joined snowmobile fanatics at Outlaw Grass Drag in Princeton, Minn., where he and his band got festivities started with a set. Wyatt then performed the National Anthem before the races got underway. Outlaw Grass Drag is one of the premier snowmobile events of the summer, featuring snowmobile races on grass instead of the traditional snow. After the performance, Wyatt and his entourage paid a visit to fans from the Long Lake Vintage Committee. Touching hearts and scooting boots with songs inspired by modern traditionalists like George Strait and country rocker Jason Aldean, Wyatt is enjoying great grass roots success with his first single, “The Big Bad Dog,” which is receiving airplay on major stations in Oklahoma, Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota, Wyatt’s adopted home state. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis Country music favorite Shane Wyatt and members of the Long Lake Vintage Committee at Outlaw Grass Drag in Princeton, MN. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis Country music favorite Shane Wyatt checking out one of the snowmobiles at Outlaw Grass Drag in Princeton, MN. PHOTO CAPTION: Minneapolis Country music favorite Shane Wyatt showing his tough but feminine side at Outlaw Grass Drag in Princeton, MN. MINNEAPOLIS COUNTRY FAVORITE SHANE WYATT OPENS FOR COUNTRY STAR JOE NICHOLS AT FIREST IN COLD SPRING, MINN. ON JULY 26th * * * WYATT COMES TO THE RESCUE OF NICHOLS AND HIS GOLF CART AFTER THE SHOW Minneapolis Country music favorite, Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com), had the honor of sharing the stage with Country star Joe Nichols at Firefest in Cold Spring, MN on July 26th. Wyatt's two-hour set included songs from his recently-released debut album, The Last Cowboy, in which he wrote all of the songs. After his set, Wyatt signed autographs for an hour for all who wanted one. Joe Nichols took his golf cart cruising around in a dark and empty field after the concert ended, but found himself stuck in the field. Fortunately, Wyatt and his sound technician Chris were nearby and helped push Nichols out. Touching hearts and scooting boots with songs inspired by modern traditionalists like George Strait and country rocker Jason Aldean, Wyatt is enjoying great grass roots success with his first single, “The Big Bad Dog,” which is receiving airplay on major stations in Oklahoma, Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota, Wyatt's adopted home state. PHOTO CAPTION: (Left to right) Country star Joe Nichols and Minneapolis Country music favorite, Shane Wyatt at Firefest in Cold Spring, Minn., on July 26th. PHOTO CAPTION: (Left to right) “Showcase Minnesota” host Corbin Seitz and Minneapolis Country music favorite, Shane Wyatt. MINNEAPOLIS COUNTRY FAVORITE SHANE WYATT MADE HIS TV DEBUT ON ‘SHOWCASE MINNESOTA' Minneapolis Country music favorite, Shane Wyatt (www.shanewyatt.com), made his T.V. debut on July 23rd when he appeared on “Showcase Minnesota”, a popular lifestyle show airing live on KARE 11 weekdays from 10 to 11 a.m. The show features everything from gardening, to entertainment, to cooking. Wyatt was interviewed by host Corbin Seitz about his music and upcoming show with Country superstar Joe Nichols at Firefest in Cold Spring. He then treated viewers to a performance of “Just Married” from his independent debut album The Last Cowboy, in which he wrote all of the songs. His appearance is available online here. Touching hearts and scooting boots with songs inspired by modern traditionalists like George Strait and country rocker Jason Aldean, Wyatt is enjoying great grass roots success with his first single, “The Big Bad Dog,” which is receiving airplay on major stations in Oklahoma, Nebraska, South Dakota and Minnesota, Wyatt's adopted home state.