The 26-year-old Kansan is drawn to “reality” songs and he is poised to make his dream become a reality with the release of his single entitled “The Days You Live For.” The single was released to country radio in April; the music video aired on GAC and CMT as well as video outlets nationwide. Matt has also graced the pages of Country Weekly’s “Listen Up!” and “Who’s New.”

Gary\’s \”The Days That You Live For\”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 1, 2009)—Beginning in October, audiences from across the globe can enjoy the Nashville artist showcases that Music City, Tennessee is famous for via the World-wide Web. “Best New Nashville” (presented by Porter Gentry Productions, Black River Music Group and Bose Factory Store at Opry Mills) is scheduled to debut on Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 2:30pm. Spanning from talented young artists in the beginning stages of their careers to emerging artists well on their way, “Best New Nashville” will introduce the next rising stars of the music industry.

The first two webisodes of “Best New Nashville” will be recorded in front of a live audience in the rotunda of Opry Mills, located on Briley Parkway, Nashville, TN, a stone’s throw away from the Grand Ole Opry. Music industry veteran, Bernard Porter (Porter-Gentry Productions) and Lea Little (national TV personality) are slated to co-host the shows; special guest Teddy Gentry (founding member of Alabama, producer and member of the Country Music Hall of Fame) will share his expertise with the young hopefuls and Mike Harris will be acting emcee.

“Best New Nashville” October Series:
The “Best New Nashville” two-part concert series (to be held at Opry Mills-Nashville) will launch on Sunday, October 11 beginning at 2:30pm with the second show to be filmed on October 25. The October 11 concert will highlight performances by singer/songwriter and recording artist Sarah Darling (who is signed with Black River Music Group and released her CD entitled EVERY MONDAY MORNING in July), recording artist Matt Gary (of 17 Music Entertainment whose self-titled CD will be released in Spring 2010) along with burgeoning acts, Samantha Landrum and Jordan Humphrey. The live shows (both of which are free and open to the public) will feature a mix of performances and interviews offering the audience an up-close and personal introduction to each and every artist.

The virtual format will expand and reinforce Nashville’s unique musical offering to music enthusiasts globally. The series will place concentration on “making it” as an artist in a high stakes industry platform, offer constructive direction and feedback while demonstrating and overcoming true-to-life obstacles.

“We want to bring the heritage and talents of Music City right to the audience’s front door. At the touch of a button, viewers can be part of a traditional Nashville experience,” said show co-host Bernard Porter. “While the webisodes will connect viewers to the program enabling them to see the full show as recorded in Nashville, the overall concept behind ‘Best New Nashville’ is to revive artist in-store appearances. These modern-day in-stores will open the door for a number of newcomers to garner exposure. The Nashville series is the model of things to come. ‘Best New Nashville’ has the potential to become a national on-the-road show offering artists a showcase opportunity that is virtually international.”

Featuring special guest appearances by veteran artists who will share the stories behind their personal journey and lend their advice, “Best New Nashville” is cued up to provide an intimate inside look at the various stages of some of Nashville’s most talented new artists.

“Best New Nashville” will be broadcast on the official web site (www.bestnewnashville.com) and can also be seen on YouTube.

For more information on “Best New Nashville” visit: www.bestnewnashville.com.

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