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Pistol Annies Draw From Real Life, Marriage for New Album

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:05:58 +0000

Pistol Annies have just released their second album, titled ‘Annie Up,’ and in a new interview, the critically acclaimed country music trio talk about how their real lives helped shape the music they’ve made this time around. “This album is about right now,” Miranda Lambert tells the Tennessean. “When we were doing the first record, [...]

Miranda Lambert Becomes Plannie Annie for Ashley Monroe's Wedding

Christina Vinson — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:00:54 +0000

Miranda Lambert obtained plenty of wedding planning experience while dreaming up her country shabby-chic wedding to Blake Shelton almost two years ago. Now, she's using everything she learned to help her Pistol Annies bandmate Ashley Monroe plan the perfect wedding day -- she's even been officially dubbed 'Plannie Annie.'

Ashley Monroe Releases Flower-Filled 'Like a Rose' Video

Megan Pacella — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:37:25 +0000

http://youtu.be/Q2R3WF9u1kA

Ashley Monroe released the deeply personal title track from her new album 'Like a Rose' several months ago. After a long wait, the much-anticipated video for Monroe's popular single is finally ready for fans -- and it includes plenty of rose petals.

Ashley Monroe Describes Unconventional Recording Method Used to Create 'Like a Rose'

Billy Dukes — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:44:05 +0000

It's how music fans imagine every album to be recorded, but rarely is it a reality. Instead of sequestering individual musicians in micro-studios or recording each layer of a song one by one, Ashley Monroe recorded 'Like a Rose' live and in the round. The result? A project that fans and critics are fighting to pile with praise, and one that's gathering her attention across the internet.

Ashley Monroe Booked for SXSW 2013

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:47:51 +0000

SXSW is just around the corner, set to invade Austin, Texas later this month. As part of the music conference, top artists that get played on Viacom properties like MTV, VH1 and CMT will perform at the ‘Live in Austin’ event — among them country’s Ashley Monroe. The Pistol Annies member will be releasing her [...]

Ashley Monroe, Blake Shelton Trade Barbs in 'You Ain't Dolly (And You Ain't Porter)'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:00:32 +0000

Miranda Lambert's Pistol Annies bandmate Ashley Monroe is branching out on her own with her solo effort 'Like a Rose,' out on March 5. But she is doing so with a little help. Monroe made use Lambert's husband Blake Shelton for a duet on the throwback song 'You Ain't Dolly (And You Ain't Porter.)'

Ashley Monroe and Producer Vince Gill Preview 'Like a Rose' in Nashville

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 23:00:27 +0000

Rising country star Ashley Monroe and her co-producer Vince Gill offered a group of Nashville journalists an exclusive sneak preview of her upcoming solo album 'Like a Rose' in Nashville on Monday night (Jan. 14), giving a personal glimpse into the creation of a record that is likely to appear on multiple 2013 critic's picks lists.

Train (Feat. Ashley Monroe), 'Bruises' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:00:57 +0000

Train's collaboration with Pistol Annie Ashley Monroe feels random, but the marriage of two very different vocal styles makes 'Bruises' a captivating listen. The forever sympathetic Monroe was a perfect choice for this class reunion-type song. While it might not be the official reason her solo album was pushed back to 2013, it's certainly a good reason.

Pistol Annies Begin Work on Second Album

Cory Stromblad — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:00:28 +0000

New music is on the way from Pistol Annies, according to the group's most recognizable member. Miranda Lambert took to her official Twitter account this week to share the news that the 'Takin' Pills' trio is back in the studio working on their sophomore album.

Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe Books Release Date for New Solo Album

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 23:00:49 +0000

Singer-songwriter Ashley Monroe is stepping into the spotlight spawned by her work with Pistol Annies to shine a little on her own. Hippie Annie, as she’s known in the group, is releasing her very first solo album on Warner Music Nashville. ‘Like a Rose’ will be available digitally on December 18, with the physical release to [...]

Train Release 'Bruises' Video Featuring Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe

Megan Pacella — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:00:31 +0000

The pop group Train isn't typically considered a cross-over country act, though the lead singer has worked with Martina McBride in the past. Now that they've teamed up with Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe, they are making some concrete roads through the country genre. This week, the band premiered their music video for 'Bruises' which features Monroe.

Ashley Monroe, 'Like a Rose' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 17:00:05 +0000

The sanguine melody of Ashley Monroe‘s new bluegrass-tinged song ‘Like a Rose’ runs counter to the sad (at first) story the singer tells. This conflict makes her new recording one you may find on repeat for reasons you can’t quite explain. It’s beautiful in a tragic way. Monroe’s voice is sweet like Alison Krauss, but [...]