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Big Machine Label Group’s star-studded roster of country music artists are working to help fight hunger in local communities across the United States. BMLG artists also will offer select special codes on Facebook that help Feeding America secure five meals for local food banks.

"It takes a Big Machine to Outnumber Hunger, and we have an opportunity to make a huge difference in local communities,” said Scott Borchetta, President and CEO, of Big Machine Label Group. “That’s why we’re thrilled to come together with our artists, General Mills and Feeding America to help the hunger issue in a significant way. Together we can Outnumber Hunger."

ABOUT BIG MACHINE LABEL GROUP

At the helm of the independent Big Machine Label Group is industry veteran Scott Borchetta, who serves as President and CEO. The conglomerate encompasses Big Machine Records (founded in 2005), The Valory Music Co. (founded in 2007) and Republic Nashville (a partnership with Universal Republic founded in 2009). The Big Machine Label Group’s current artist roster of Outnumber Hunger supporters includes Multi-Platinum superstars Rascal Flatts and Reba; Platinum sensations The Band Perry; legendary group The Mavericks; Breakout Gold-selling artist Brantley Gilbert; Chart-topping acts Eli Young Band, Justin Moore as well as hot newcomers, Thomas Rhett, Florida Georgia Line, Greg Bates, Cassadee Pope, RaeLynn and Ella Mae Bowen. BMLG artists have received multiple GRAMMY, CMA, ACM, American Music Awards, CMT Music Awards, Teen Choice Awards, MTV Video Music Award and People’s Choice Award accolades as well as Brit Award and JUNO Award nominations. Visit BMLG’s website.

ARTISTS WORKING TO OUTNUMBER HUNGER:

THE BAND PERRY

The Band Perry – comprised of siblings Kimberly, Reid and Neil Perry –combines classic Country with an eclectic infusion of Rock and Soul that is rounded out by perfect three–part harmonies.
The trio has taken home multiple awards from ACM, CMA and CMT Music Awards and previously garnered GRAMMY, TEEN CHOICE, AMA, ACA and Billboard Music Award nominations.

RASCAL FLATTS

Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney–are the most-awarded Country group of the past decade with over 40 trophies from the American Country Awards, Academy of Country Music, American Music Awards, Country Music Association, People's Choice Awards and have been inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. They debuted CHANGED, their most recent album, at #1 on the country album sales chart in April 2012, becoming one of only four country acts to debut six consecutive studio albums at #1.

BRANTLEY GILBERT

Brantley Gilbert has earned four #1 singles, impressive album sales of over 1 million and multiple award show nominations from the CMA, ACM, ACA & CMT Music Awards. The current ACM New Male Vocalist of the Year is on the road for his first-ever headlining tour.

ELI YOUNG BAND

Since the release of their critically-acclaimed LIFE AT BEST album, the Eli Young Band has earned multiple award nominations – including GRAMMY, ACA, ACM, Billboard, CMA, CMT and Teen Choice Awards – and scored two #1 singles with "Crazy Girl" and "Even If It Breaks Your Heart." The talented foursome is currently recording their sophomore release for Republic Nashville and will hit the road on Kenny Chesney's NO SHOES NATION TOUR this Spring.

REBA

One of the most successful entertainers, Reba has sold over 56 million albums worldwide. As a leading lady in the genre, the multi-platinum recording artist for The Valory Music Co. has been inducted into both the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and earned an ACM Career Achievement honor. She has also won 15 American Music Awards; 13 ACM Awards; 9 People’s Choice Awards; 7 CMA Awards and 2 GRAMMY Awards, in addition to hosting the ACM Awards 14 times. Reba’s reign of #1 hits spans four decades and Billboard, Country Aircheck and Mediabase recognized her as the biggest female hitmaker in Country music history. The multimedia superstar earned her 64th Top 10 hit and her 35th #1 with “Turn On The Radio,” from her most recent album, ALL THE WOMEN I AM. The Oklahoma native is also an acclaimed actress and is currently starring in the ABC sitcom, Malibu Country.

JUSTIN MOORE

Justin Moore’s star has grown significantly since he was named Billboard's “Top New Country Artist of 2009.” The Southern Country stylist has sold over 3.9 million digital downloads to date and has garnered two GOLD albums – JUSTIN MOORE and OUTLAWS LIKE ME – as well as three #1 singles.

FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE

This hot duo offers a fresh combination of electric beats and expressive lyrics on their debut album, HERE'S TO THE GOOD TIMES, which earned the highest debut album sales of 2012 for a new Country artist. The reigning ACM New Vocal Duo/Group of the Year scored multi-week #1, PLATINUM-selling debut single, "Cruise," and have garnered buzz from Superstars Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley and more.

THOMAS RHETT

Thomas Rhett's debut album features two Top 15 singles - the poignant "Beer With Jesus" and suggestive debut single, "Something To Do With My Hands" - and is slated for release later this year. The talented songwriter has penned two Jason Aldean cuts – "I Ain't Ready To Quit" and "1994" - and is opening Aldean's NIGHT TRAIN TOUR.

GREG BATES

Growing up in Music City, the Nashville native was born with a natural tendency to write and sing, and has already enjoyed success with his Top 5 debut single, "Did It For The Girl." Bates has shared the stage with Darius Rucker, Alan Jackson, Willie Nelson, Kellie Pickler, and most recently wrapped up an opening slot on Brantley Gilbert's headlining tour.

RAELYNN

RaeLynn is a talented young singer/songwriter who catapulted onto the national scene after being selected for Team Blake on Season Two of NBC’s “The Voice.” Since then, she has appeared at Stagecoach, California’s Premier Country Music Festival, and has been writing and recording songs for her first album.

THE MAVERICKS

With a Cuban-American lead singer, garage band ferocity, and an intense live show, the Mavericks distilled country's essences, and bulked them up with a big, raucous sound. Twenty years later, the band returns, more soulful and innovative than ever, with the release of their first album, IN TIME, on The Valory Music Co. The project has garnered rave reviews from top music critics across the country.

ELLA MAE BOWEN

Ella Mae is a talented seventeen-year-old singer/songwriter who hails from Walhalla, South Carolina. Bowen's cover of "Holding Out for a Hero"—a song originally sung by Bonnie Tyler—is a critically acclaimed standout track featured on the recent Footloose movie soundtrack, which was released by Paramount Pictures. Currently she is in the studio working on her debut album, which is expected to be released in 2013.

CASSADEE POPE

At just 23, Cassadee Pope’s unique vocals and powerful performances stole the national spotlight during Season 3 of “The Voice.” The reigning star of the NBC hit primetime show wowed from the start with offers from all four judges during the blind auditions before accepting with Team Blake (Shelton). Excelling throughout the competition, Pope displayed diverse musical tastes and talents, covering such songs as “Stupid Boy” (Keith Urban) and “Cry” (Faith Hill). Her version of the Country hit “Over You” (Miranda Lambert) was one of her three Voice performances that catapulted to the #1 spot on the iTunes All-Genre Chart, further proving Pope’s wide consumer appeal and vocal prowess.

Less than a week after her victory on the show, THE VOICE: THE COMPLETE SEASON 3 COLLECTION owned the #1 spot on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart. The talented singer/songwriter has already appeared on TODAY, Live! with Kelly & Michael, The Tonight Show With Jay Leno and performed with Train on NEW YEAR’S EVE WITH CARSON DALY

Pope will release her first Country album later this year.

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