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4/11/03 Tennessean.com
Look at the body … on that there geetar
You folks in Green Hills may be wondering why there were a bunch of scantily clad women and muscle cars in a well-lit H.G. Hills parking lot Tuesday night.
That's right. It was just another Steven Curtis Chapman block party. (I'm kidding. Everyone knows Steven doesn't like muscle cars.)
In fact, Tracy Byrd was doing a video for his latest radio single, The Truth About Men. And I guess the truth about men is they like scantily clad women and muscle cars. But the truth about Tracy and some of his guy country star buddies is that they're apparently more interested in music.
Between camera takes, Tracy, Andy Griggs, Eddie Montgomery, Troy Gentry and Blake Shelton sat on Tracy's bus and passed the guitar and sang songs. Bluebird on the Bus. I was lucky enough to be able to watch, and it was one of the coolest hangs ever.
For those of you interested in the cars and women, look for the video later this month.
3/31/03 Tracy Byrd Spills The Beans With New Hit Single
"THE TRUTH ABOUT MEN"
NASHVILLE, TN -- Tracy Byrd's new single has been striking a chord with
men... and, perhaps surprisingly, women. Tracy beams and says, "By the
middle of my performance of "The Truth About Men," the men are nodding
their heads in agreement and saying 'someone finally had the guts to say
what we are really thinking,' while the women are jabbing their
significant others with their elbows and saying 'that's exactly the way
you are!!' Both sexes are identifying with this song and at the same time
it's putting big smiles on their faces!"
Other male country artists weren't afraid to tell the truth either as
Tracy's buddies Montgomery Gentry, Andy Griggs and Blake Shelton joined
him on the hilarious track. The guys gathered in the studio to learn the
song while Tracy served up adult beverages to help "loosen 'em up." When
Griggs asked if it was time to sing yet, Tracy grinned and said, "not
yet," and served up one more round.
"The Truth About Men" is the debut single from Tracy's newest RCA album of
the same name, due out this summer. Radio station phones are ringing off
the hook as the hit song rises up the country charts with a Breaker at #25
on R&R and #30 on Billboard.
Music Row magazine enthuses, "'The Truth About Men'" is totally an
ear-to-ear grin. Ya gotta love this hillbilly romp. It's just the thing to
lighten our hearts."
Look for an over the top, star-studded video to hit screens in April.
3/26/03 CountryWeekly.com
Great Escape--Stars Chill Out
...Sitting by a campfire, Andy Griggs prioritizes. "The two biggest things at Country In The Rockies," he says, "are your guitar and your skis. At night, you play songs. I've played songs I've just written and old songs I love, including Hank Sr. tunes. And during the day, you ski." He chuckles. "I hope I'm better at my guitar than I am at skiing!"
After downing his own breakfast creation – a bowl brimming with low-fat granola, milk and Capt'n Crunch – Andy spends the afternoon on the slopes conquering moguls. "Skiing gives me the things I love about hunting," he explains, "and that's inspiring scenery and peacefulness. Man, you can't look at the Rocky Mountains and think there's no God."...
3/20/03 Country Legends Get Accolades in April
NEW YORK - Two country singers will receive accolades in April.
The title of a show dedicated to the late Waylon Jennings (news) is named: "The Outlaw Connection." It will be presented on Sunday, Apr. 13, at the Handlebar J club in Scottsdale, Ariz. His widow Jessi Colter (news) says this will be the first of three live shows planned for this year, all with the theme "Crossing The Bound'ries."
Artists already confirmed to perform at this intimate event include Colter and Ray Herndon, Kris Kristofferson (news), Andy Griggs (news), Jeffrey Steele (news), Keb Mo', Don Was, Shooter Jennings and Jimbeau Hinson.
The acoustic night of music and stories will also raise money for the make-A-Wish Foundation.
3/18/03 CountryWeekly.com
Fish Tales
...When Brad first met fellow singer Andy Griggs, they bonded over fishing, not music.
Andy told me one of the most perfect fishing stories I've ever heard. It involves him and his dad, who passed away a few years back. Andy came home to Louisiana for a visit and he could tell his dad had a lot on his mind. They hadn't been fishing for a while so even though it was raining really hard this particular Saturday, they went anyway.
Andy said, "Daddy, I don't think we're going to catch much fish in this weather." His dad had a real serious look on his face and said, "That's all right, son. It's not about the fish. Sometimes a man just needs to go fishing."
3/2/03 The Tennessean
Various artists
The Songs of Hank Williams Jr.: A Bocephus Celebration
2 ½ stars
Hank Williams Jr. has as much to do with the good stuff in modern country music as most anyone, and his most underrated talent is his ability as a songwriter (a booming voice and a stage presence passed down from the highest of country deities means something's going to get overlooked).
...Dusty Drake's Heaven Can't Be Found and Andy Griggs' Old Habits are also winners...
— Peter Cooper, Staff Writer
3/03 CountryCares.org
Fans Turn Days Into Dollars With Calendar Concept
In connection with this year’s Fan Club Challenge for St. Jude Kids, the members of the Keith Urban, Andy Griggs and Billy Ray Cyrus fan clubs have created limited edition calendars to heat up the contest. Proceeds from the calendars, which feature photographs of the entertainers, are dedicated to the Fan Club Challenge, a friendly, fund-raising competition among supporters of some of country music’s biggest stars. All money raised during the contest will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the world-premier center for research and treatment of catastrophic childhood diseases...
2/26/03 NashvilleCityPaper.com
Celebrities get 'bookish'
The 14th annual “Read Me Day” celebration will take place Feb. 26 at Ross Elementary School beginning at 9 a.m. The event will be held in conjunction with “Read Me Week”.
The event is held to help children not only learn to read, but to learn to love to read. Celebrities, volunteers and country music artists including Brad Martin, Trace Adkins, Andy Griggs, Chalee Tennison, Michael Peterson and Little Big Town will also take part in the festivities by reading to children during the week...
2/25/03 NetMusicCountdown.com
Women whoop and holler
NASHVILLE, TN Tuesday 2.25.2003 Country Guys Sing The Truth-- Blake Shelton is one of a trio of acts lending guest vocals to Tracy Byrd's raucously delightful new single "The Truth About Men," featuring Blake, Andy Griggs and Montgomery Gentry...
12/16/02 CMAWorld.com
CMA DONATES $100,000 TO BENEFIT CHARITIES
Epic Artist Tammy Cochran Presents Check to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation; RCA Artist Andy Griggs Presents Check to Muscular Dystrophy Association
NASHVILLE - The holidays are times of giving and the Country Music Association is doing its part with the help of Epic Recording artist Tammy Cochran and RCA Recording artist Andy Griggs by donating $100,000 to charities designated by artists who participated in Fan Fair® 2002 as part of the "Cause For Celebration!" charitable benefit program...
11/4/02 ANDY GRIGGS GOES ‘MILE HIGH’ FOR “MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL”
NASHVILLE, TN - RCA Records artist ANDY GRIGGS is going ‘Mile High’ next Monday when he visits the Denver Broncos, Super Bowl XXXII and XXXIII champions, to perform the National Anthem at their game against the Oakland Raiders. The November 11 contest is taking place on Veterans’ Day and performing the anthem will be especially meaningful for Andy.
“It’s always an honor to sing ‘The Star Spangled Banner,’ but it will be even more special when I think of the men and women who defend our freedom,” said Griggs. “I appreciate their sacrifices and I’m proud to be able to recognize their contributions to our country on Veterans’ Day.”
10/21/02 ANDY GRIGGS TOASTS FRIENDS IN THE “BIG EASY”
“PRACTICE LIFE” CONTINUES TO CLIMB
NASHVILLE, TN - Some friendships between musicians seem destined to blossom. But you might be surprised to learn that RCA Records artist ANDY GRIGGS and blues rocker Tom Keifer, lead singer of Cinderella, have become fast friends since Keifer moved to Music City a few years ago. The two share a love of blues music, so they were introduced by Keifer’s then-girlfriend, songwriter Savannah Snow. The trio got along so well they collaborated on a song for Andy’s recently released sophomore album, Freedom. “A Hundred Miles of Bad Road” also features Keifer’s distinctive vocals and exceptional guitar work, alongside Andy’s soulful performance.
It should come as no surprise that when Savannah and Tom decided to marry earlier this month, they felt the celebration wouldn’t be complete without two things: Andy Griggs and hurricanes. So the logical destination for their big day was, of course, Andy’s home state of Louisiana: New Orleans to be exact. The couple almost got more than they bargained for, though, when the National Hurricane Center predicted the arrival of Hurricane Lili a short time before the nuptials were to take place.
Andy wasn’t sure he would even be able to travel to the ceremony because of closed roads and stacked-up airports. In fact, his tour bus had to take an eight-hour detour the day before from a concert in Texas to one in Georgia. Fortunately, the storm passed in time for the ceremony to proceed as scheduled at the elegant Saint Louis Hotel in the French Quarter. Turns out, the hurricane Keifer was interested in wasn’t the weather phenomenon, rather it was the famous rum-based cocktail.
“Tom and Savannah are great friends, so I wouldn’t have missed their wedding for anything. The chance to see him in a tuxedo made up for having to run to Pat O’Brien’s to bring him ‘real’ hurricanes,” laughed Griggs.
“Practice Life,” featuring Martina McBride, from Andy’s critically acclaimed album, Freedom, continues its climb up the country singles charts. It holds the #32 slot on R&R and #37 on Billboard this week.
10/14/02 ANDY GRIGGS HONORS “QUEEN OF COUNTRY MUSIC”
“PRACTICE LIFE” HEADS UP THE CHARTS
NASHVILLE, TN - RCA Records artist ANDY GRIGGS’ reverence is deep for the musical stars that came before him. That’s why he was on stage at the famed Ryman Auditorium in Nashville last night. The event was to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Kitty Wells’ signature hit “It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels” and to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association of Middle Tennessee and NashvilleREAD
Andy joined a host of artists including Porter Wagoner, Ray Price, Vassar Clements, BR549, Crystal Gayle, Jerry and Tammy Sullivan and many other celebrities to salute the “Queen of Country Music.” He performed the gospel favorites, “Gathering Flowers for the Master’s Bouquet” and “I Cried Holy,” with Jerry and Tammy Sullivan, who are his wife Stephanie’s father and sister. In fact, Andy played with the Grammy-nominated gospel bluegrass duo some years back and met his wife through the gig.
“I’ll drop whatever I’m doing to play with Uncle Jug and Tammy,” said Griggs. “It’s my pleasure to be able to honor Miss Kitty Wells and I’m glad we could raise money for good causes at the same time.”
“Practice Life,” from Andy’s acclaimed sophomore album FREEDOM, continues its climb up the country singles charts. It holds the #36 slot on R&R and #38 on Billboard this week.
10/02 CapitalNews.com.au
ARCHIVE : Capital News October 2002 Vol.27 No.10
FREEDOM – Andy Griggs
ANDY GRIGGS – RCA
...and you knew this was not going to be any PR department’s pretty boy singer, but a fair dinkum singer of modern country songs. It’s been quite a wait for the second album to be released after a false start about a year ago; it’s now out and displays a powerful singer with powerful songs to sing...
9/02 GenerationCountry.comAndy Griggs: The Heart of Country
When Andy Griggs first picked up a guitar and started playing, his goal was not to become a country singer. His goal was to ease the aching of a heart that had just lost his hero, older brother, Mason. His audience was non-existent, because no one was allowed to tread upon that nearly sacred time of him alone with the music and his hurt. But soon, that music, the music of his brother, became part of his soul, part of his heart and there was no turning back.
9/02 GenerationCountry.comCD: Freedom
CD Review
Artist: Andy Griggs
Label: RCA
Produced by: David Malloy
Andy Griggs has said that as of late his life has been about freedom, especially with his music. Turn on his second release Freedom, and I think you'll agree Griggs has truly expanded his boundaries. While he did not leave behind the Southern rock roots so evident in the first CD, Griggs experiments with many different sounds and ideas. The hit song "Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man" gives you just a little glimpse into the soft side of the Louisiana native. He takes a step to the Cajun side with the song penned by father-in-law Jerry Sullivan. Martina McBride makes an appearance on the stirring and thought-provoking "Practice Life." In all, it is safe to say that this is an incredibly deep album. Musically, Griggs maintains a bit of sameness -- you hear the same speed and timing repeated quite a bit. But the lyrics are timeless, moving, and in the case of such songs as "How Cool is That" just plain fun. Make sure you stay tuned for the hidden track. The unabashedly gospel cut "Someone Like Me" is the first song of brother Mason's Andy has ever recorded, and it plaintively brings to life the mission of the heart. In all, a sophomore effort Griggs can be proud of!
- Kristin Persing
8/29/02 CMAWorld.com
CMA ANNOUNCES BROADCAST AWARDS NOMINEES FOR 2002
Steve Azar, Chris Cagle, Tammy Cochran, Andy Griggs, Blake Shelton Make Announcement in Nashville
NASHVILLE – North America’s top Country Radio stations and air personalities were acknowledged today when artists Steve Azar, Chris Cagle, Tammy Cochran, Andy Griggs and Blake Shelton announced the finalists for the 2002 CMA Broadcast Personality and Station of the Year honors during a press conference at the Coliseum in Nashville, Tenn...
8/26/02 VirginMegaMagazine.com
Andy Griggs Finds Freedom
Working the night shift at a small country gas station in Monroe, LA to pay rent, the then-aspiring musician Andy Griggs would take his guitar to work. Around 9pm, after business died down, he'd stock the beer cooler and tidy up the candy bars. Then he would pull out his guitar and play. Ironically, Griggs was fired for it. And now? Hot on the heels of his Gold debut album, You Won't Ever Be Lonely, the country artist releases his sophomore effort, Freedom (RCA), which is fast climbing its way up the Country music charts.
8/26/02 ANDY GRIGGS IS "OPENING ACT" FOR VICE PRESIDENT CHENEY AT VFW CONVENTION
NASHVILLE---Andy Griggs warmed up attendees of the 103rd Annual VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) and 89th Ladies Auxiliary Conventions for a special address from Vice President Dick Cheney at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center this morning in Nashville. Griggs' performance of the National Anthem during the event's opening festivities preceded Cheney's message to those military personnel who have fought to sustain the freedom Americans enjoy. Griggs considered it a special honor to be asked to sing for the convention.
Predictably, security is extremely tight for the event, with Vice President Cheney, Nashville Mayor Bill Purcell and other special guests scheduled to attend the convention throughout the week.
8/02 NashvilleCountry.com
CD Review
Freedom--Andy Griggs
The dog days of summer have arrived. Now is a good time to put the top down, cruise toward the sunset and let the wind whip through your hair. Of course, you need some music to set the mood, so enter Andy Griggs new album. His new release "Freedom" is a great blend of country, with a rock edge to it that sometimes moves to the bluesy side....
7/29/02 ANDY GRIGGS EXCITES CROWD AT FORT HOOD
Fan Goes Into Labor Waiting For “FREEDOM” Autograph
“Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man” At #7
NASHVILLE, TN - RCA Records artist ANDY GRIGGS wowed the crowd at Fort Hood, Texas’ Clear Creek store over the weekend. He performed six songs from his just-released FREEDOM album which debuted two weeks ago at the #7 spot on Billboard’s Top Country Album chart. Hundreds of fans waited for hours, with some arriving as early as 7am, to meet the charming Louisiana native and get his autograph.
One fan went into labor while waiting in line. Although it can't be officially confirmed by medical personnel, some believe it was caused by the excitement of seeing Andy in person. Compassionate fans ahead of the mom-to-be let her go to the front and get his autograph before hurrying off to the nearest emergency room.
“When we released my new album, FREEDOM, I hoped it would move people,” said Griggs with a laugh. “But I never expected it to affect someone quite like that!”
“Tonight I Wanna Be your Man” continues to climb the Billboard and R&R country charts and shoots up to #7 on both this week. The video for the romantic ballad can be seen on both CMT and GAC.
7/26/02 CountryHitMakers.com
Artist Profile
We visit with Andy and celebrate the belated release of his second album, Freedom. Andy talks about his musical growth since his exceptional debut three years ago, serenading wife Stephanie with "Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man," and the talents of his late brother Mason...
Audio interview
7/17/02 ANDY GRIGGS’ FREEDOM DEBUTS AT #7 ON BILLBOARD TOP COUNTRY ALBUMS CHART
Andy To Be Featured At MusiCares Fundraiser With Andre Agassi, Lleyton Hewitt & Kelsey Grammer
“Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man” Knocking on Top 10
NASHVILLE, TN - RCA Records artist ANDY GRIGGS is ecstatic about the release of his long-awaited second album, Freedom.
“I thought we’d see the Lord come before this album came out,” Griggs declared. “This is why I came to Nashville: music is supposed to have wings and make you free. Now that my second album is out I’m “rolling around heaven all day!”
The 13-song collection (including the bonus track written by his late brother Mason) hit stores last week. Fans scooped up enough of the new release for it to grab the #7 spot on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart selling nearly 15,000 copies. Freedom is the follow-up to Andy’s gold-certified debut album, You Won’t Ever Be Lonely, which yielded his #1 debut single of the same name.
In addition to maintaining a nearly non-stop concert schedule this summer, Andy will head to Los Angeles next Monday to perform for a star-studded crowd at the “Night At The Net” fundraiser for NARAS’ MusiCares Foundation. The event sponsored by Gibson Guitar and Baldwin Piano features matches between top tennis stars Andre Agassi and, this year’s Wimbledon men’s champion, Lleyton Hewitt and celebrities Kelsey Grammer, Matthew Perry, Dennis Miller and others. Andy will perform a number of his songs from Freedom, including his current hit “Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man,” for the tennis players and crowd that is expected to fill UCLA’s Tennis Center.
“Tonight I Wanna Be your Man” continues to climb both the Billboard and R&R country charts and should break into Top 10 territory next week. The sexy ballad which extols the virtues of romance currently holds the #11 slot on both charts and the video is in rotation on both CMT and GAC.
7/15/02 FMSound.net
Andy Griggs Freedom by Darren Staley
With his new album, Freedom, Andy Griggs has taken outlaw country music to a new level. The vocals are rugged, the beats are edgy, and the songs are terrific. While I have never been a big fan of “crossover country,” this record has changed my outlook and is my tentative vote for country album of the year...
7/8/02 ANDY GRIGGS RELEASES FREEDOM JULY 9TH
Hit Single “Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man” Nears Top 10 On Country Charts And Debuts On Billboard Hot 100
Griggs On National Tour In Support Of FREEDOM
RCA Records artist Andy Griggs will release his highly anticipated second album, FREEDOM, on July 9th. The single from the new album, “Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man,” is approaching Top 10 territory on the Billboard (12*) and R&R (11*) Country Charts. The hit song also debuted the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart last week.
FREEDOM is Andy’s follow-up album to his very successful debut release, YOU WON’T EVER BE LONELY. The Louisiana native’s first album was certified Gold by the RIAA and spawned three Top 10 singles, including “I’ll Go Crazy,” “She’s More,” and “You Won’t Ever Be Lonely,” which reached #1.
“Making music is demanding,” says Andy. “You’ve got to give it 100%. You can’t give it 99%. So I’ve learned to give it 110% and every ounce of energy I have. And that’s what I hope people will hear.”
FREEDOM was produced by David Malloy (Reba McEntire, Kenny Rogers, Lila McCann). Andy co-wrote six of the songs on his new album, including the title track “Freedom,” “Practice Life” (with guest vocals by Martina McBride), “Custom Made,” “A Hundred Miles of Bad Road,” “How Cool Is That,” and “Where’s A Train.” Collaborators include Tom Keifer of the heavy-metal group Cinderella, David Lee Murphy, producer David Malloy and others.
The new album also contains “The Road To Lasting Love,” “Brand New Something Going On,” “Always,” “I’ve Learned,” and “Custom Made.” Andy’s father-in-law, Jerry Sullivan of the Grammy nominated bluegrass gospel duo Jerry & Tammy Sullivan, provided “Sweetheart of Beinja Bayou.” The collection’s concluding track “Someone Like Me,” is credited to another family member, Andy’s late brother Mason Griggs.
7/5/02 Opry.com
Opry Chat
Andy Griggs: yeah I'm here and I'm doing all the typing
Lee:OK Thanks...Hi Andy......This is Lee in Massachusetts...and I would like to know if you are ever going to record "Dance With Me"???
Andy Griggs: No, I'm glad you liked it though.
Jenn1993: Andy, I heard that there was a video made fr "How Cool Is That". Is that true?
Andy Griggs: No I didn't, I couldn't find the right preacher's daughter.
GriggsFan73: Hi Andy! I understand you played "Hag Fest" recently and I was wondering if you got to meet your musical hero? Amy
Andy Griggs: No, I must say I was a little nervous, but the weather beat us out of town too quick for us to shake hands...
7/02 CountryFans.pair.com
Andy Griggs - Freedom
Reviewed by Jennifer Webb
I have waited so long to hear the followup to Andy Griggs' debut album You Won't Ever Be Lonely, and it is no surprise to me how much I fell in love with Freedom the very first time I gave it a listen. There is not a bad song in the bunch and I feel that every track could do well as a single.
6/14/02 CMAPress.com
Archery
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(c)CMA Press
The Fan Fair Celebrity Archery Shoot-Out, hosted by Andy Griggs, scores a bullseye list of shooting stars including Tracy Byrd, Jeff Carson, Greg Cook of Ricochet, Andy Griggs, Gary Levox of Rascal Flatts, Gary Morris, Chris Marcy, Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton, Rusty Tabor, Neil Thrasher and Darryl Worley. The event took place Friday afternoon in the parking lot of Adelphia Coliseum.
6/14/02 SecretsOfTheHunt.com
CELEBRITY ARCHERY SHOOT-OUT hosted by Andy Griggs
FAN FAIR - The World's Biggest Country Music Festival, June 13 - 16, 2002.
For the 31st year, thousands of Country Music fans will be in Nashville for what USA Today referred to as "the crown jewel of Country Music festivals."
In addition to daytime events, nighttime concerts and over 200 Country Music stars, this year will mark the first Fan Fair Celebrity Archery Shoot-out hosted by ANDY GRIGGS...
5/30/02 Canoe.ca
Someone like him
By ANIKA VAN WYK
Calgary Sun
Country star Andy Griggs has been seeking his Freedom for some time now.
His second album, Freedom, hits stores July 9, a year and half in the making and more than six months after its original release date.
"We're excited. I'm ready to give it wings and let it fly," Griggs tells the Sun...
5/21/02 BMI.com
Freedom Listening Party
RCA Records artist Andy Griggs (center) recently celebrated his second album Freedom with an acoustic performance and reception in Nashville. Griggs contributed six songs to Freedom, including the title track. Other BMI writers on the project are Tom Douglas, Troy Verges, Don Cook, Jamie Hartford, David Malloy and Wendell Mobley. His debut album, You Won't Ever Be Lonely, yielded the BMI Award-winning title song and "I'll Go Crazy."
RCA Label Group Chairman Joe Galante and BMI's Joyce Rice. (c)BMI.com
5/14/02 AZFamily.com
Andy Griggs sings at mom's school
AP Photo
STERLINGTON, La. - Country singer Andy Griggs made a surprise Mother's Day visit and asked what his mom would like as a present. Barbara Knight's request: a concert at the elementary school where she teaches...
4/29/02 ANDY GRIGGS HOSTS DELTA AIRLINES TRIBUTE TO WAYLON JENNINGS
“Honky Tonk Hero: A Tribute To Waylon Jennings” Premieres May 1st
Andy Griggs will host a radio tribute to legendary country music great Waylon Jennings on Delta Air Lines in-flight entertainment program “Honky Tonk Hero: A Tribute To Waylon Jennings.” The two-month special will air throughout May and June on all domestic and international Delta flights.
Griggs narrates the 45-minute radio program which includes some of Jennings’ greatest hits including “Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys,” “Rainy Day Woman,” “I’m A Ramblin’ Man,” and many others. Griggs shares stories of his friendship and collaborations with the country superstar including the duet, “Shine On Me,” they performed on Griggs’ debut album, You Won’t Ever Be Lonely.
“I feel so blessed that I had the privilege of knowing Waylon,” said Griggs. “If my music career turns south tomorrow, and I have to move back to Louisiana, I can always say I sang with Waylon Jennings.”
Griggs is currently on tour promoting his highly anticipated forthcoming album, FREEDOM, set for release on June 11th. The first single, “Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man,” is climbing the Billboard (23*) and R&R country charts (20*). The video is currently #7 on GAC and debuted on Country Music Television’s (CMT) “Most Wanted Live.” It is receiving overwhelming response by viewers.
4/2/02 AdCouncil.org
COUNTRY SINGER ANDY GRIGGS SPEAKS OUT AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN NEW AD COUNCIL/FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION FUND PSA
New PSA Urges Men to Take Action against Domestic Abuse
NEW YORK, April 2, 2002 - The Advertising Council and the Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF) announced today that they will distribute a new radio public service announcement (PSA) featuring RCA recording artist Andy Griggs urging men to speak out against domestic violence...
4/02HighFiveEntertainment.net
SHARP DRESSED MEN: A TRIBUTE TO ZZTOP
Music Specials to Air in the Third and Fourth Quarters
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April, 2002) - From a guitar rockin' ZZTop tribute to a patriotic country music spectacular featuring the U.S. Army Field Band, High Five Entertainment produced three music specials for the National Network (TNN). The specials are part of a new three-show deal awarded to High Five and taped in April and May at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville...
2/13/02 ANDY GRIGGS TO PERFORM ON SABRINA, THE TEENAGE WITCH
“CUSTOM MADE” PERFORMANCE TO AIR FEBRUARY 22 DURING SWEEPS ON #1 RATED SHOW AMONG TEEN FEMALES
NASHVILLE, TN - RCA Records artist ANDY GRIGGS will perform one of the songs he wrote on his upcoming Freedom album on the popular young adult television show, Sabrina, The Teenage Witch on February 22. The scene, which features Andy’s performance of “Custom Made,” is a bachelor party that takes place at a Hooters-style restaurant in the “Other Realm.” In a spoof of the well-known national restaurant chain, the waiters are dressed as owls with brown and white feathers, and beaks. Griggs, whose debut album, You Won’t Ever Be Lonely, achieved gold sales status, spent time after his performance on the set with the coming-of-age show’s star Melissa Joan Hart. The comedy series has recently begun its fifth season and is the #1 rated show among teenage females.
Griggs’ new single, “Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man,” is climbing the country charts and is currently at #35 on Gavin, #36 on R&R and #39 on Billboard. A video for the ultra-romantic song was filmed in Nashville recently and will makes its debut in the coming week. Griggs kicks off his 2002 Freedom Tour with Hank Williams, Jr. at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta on March 9. His sophomore album, Freedom, will be in stores May 21.
2/4/02 ANDY GRIGGS WOWS COUNTRY IN THE ROCKIES
T.J. Martell Fundraiser earns more than One Million Dollars
Griggs Conquers Mt. Crested Butte
Nashville, TN - From the moment he arrived in Crested Butte, CO for the 8th Annual Country In The Rockies Fundraiser, RCA Records artist Andy Griggs was fearless. He donned snow skis for the first time, fell down a lot, sang the fight song of his nemesis and helped raise more than one million dollars for the Frances Williams Preston Laboratories, a division of the T.J. Martell Foundation.
Andy’s first mission was to give Ski Boarding lessons to CMT’s Lance Smith. Though Andy himself had never “boarded” he didn’t let that detail get in the way. The debacle can be seen on the debut of CMT’s Top Twenty Countdown on Friday, February 8 at 10:00 p.m. Eastern. Once Lance was totally confused, the lesson ended and Andy was ready to take on the mountain.
Andy’s first ski lesson came with a bit of advice that became his mantra for the week. It was, if you feel yourself getting out of control then you need to fall down. “Sometimes you got to lay-it-down and, man, I laid it down all over that mountain,” he said. “It was a total blast but the hardest part about it was gettin’ in and out of those ski boots. It’s like a cast once you’re inside those things,” he continued.
One of the highlights of the week is the Celebrity Bartending event in the town of Crested Butte where the artists and songwriters take song requests for donations to the TJ Martell Foundation. The Louisiana native and die-hard LSU Tiger fan swallowed his pride when he was asked to sing “Rocky Top,” the fight song for the SEC rival Tennessee Volunteers. “Yea that was a lot more painful than layin’ it down on the mountain, but we raised almost two hundred thousand dollars that night so it was worth it,” allowed Griggs.
The event ended Saturday night with a concert by the great Willie Nelson. Sunday morning it was a 6:00 a.m. shuttle to the airport for a flight to Seattle in support of his new single, “Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man,” which climbed to number 40 on the R&R chart and number 42 on the Billboard Singles chart. Look for his new album Freedom, which will be released in May.
11/1/01 Countryfans.pair.com
Concert Review--Andy Griggs Springfield, MA, - November 1, 2001
Reviewed by Amy Shannon
Kix 97.9 in Springfield, MA organized a September 11th benefit show that took place on November 1st at the Springfield Civic Center. Even with the short notice they were able to book 5 impressive acts-- newcomers Emerson Drive, Andy Griggs, Chad Brock, Blackhawk and Chely Wright. I was there to see Andy...
6/18/01 US93.fm
FUN FILLED FAN FAIR FINALLY FINDS FINALE
Fan fair autographs
Andy Griggs says he also received an odd autograph request. Referencing his ambulance joyride last February, one fan wanted Andy to sign a toy ambulance that had Andy's name on the driver's side door, Ward 8 bandmember Kevin Weaver's name on the passenger's side door and the title of Andy's latest single, "How Cool Is That," written across the back doors.
ANDY GRIGGS "CLEANS UP"
Andy Griggs is heading into the studio to continue work on his upcoming album, "Freedom." Later today, he'll hook up with Martina McBride to work on their tentative duet for the project, "Practice Life." Andy describes the tune as - quote - "A 'check your morals' song. It's a song that reminds you that life is about your family and friends - the people that take care of you." "Freedom" is due in stores in late summer or early fall...
6/13/01 NFL.com
Titans Fish For a Cure
NASHVILLE (June 13, 2001) — Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jason Fisk and some of his teammates took on both large-mouth and small-mouth opponents on June 5 at "Fishing For A Cure" to raise funds for the T.J. Martell Foundation.
Cedar Creek Yacht Club on Middle Tennessee's Old Hickory Lake was the site of the exclusive bass fishing tournament and post-party Bass Bash that raised more than $60,000 to support research into the cures and treatment of cancer, leukemia and AIDS.
6/13/01 CountryCharts.com
Andy Griggs at Café Milano...How Cool Is That?
Article and Photos by: Stephanie Stubert
Staff Photographer/Journalist
Andy Griggs greeted his fans enthusiastically as they found their table assignments at his Fan Club Party at the Café Milano on the afternoon of June 13th, 2001. As Griggs looked out over the crowd, he noticed the video cameras already taping. He informed his fans that he too would be video taping "interviews" with them as they had lunch. As the thought of being interviewed by their favorite artist sunk in, the buzz of voices increased as the spectators wondered what was in store for them...
6/13/01 CountryCharts.com
Andy Griggs Fan Club Party
Café Milano, Nashville, TN - June 13, 2001
and Adelphia Coliseum - June 17, 2001
Article and Photos by: Jo-Ann Poharcyk
As his mama would say it’s just a matter of "Circumstance" in the life of Andy Griggs. On this warm Wednesday afternoon Andy Griggs met with his fan club at the Café Milano in downtown Nashville and set the pace for a fun filled afternoon. Griggs set the pace for the day by playing games with his fans, having an autograph and picture taking session as well as performing an acoustic set of some his favorite country hits. This day of circumstance was by far one of Andy Griggs best...
2/17/01 VH1.com
Andy Griggs was arrested for car theft on Friday (February 16) in Tallahassee, Florida, the Associated Press reports. Police said Griggs and bandmate Kevin Weaver, on tour in Florida, took a joy ride in an ambulance they found parked outside a motel. When they returned to the motel, they were arrested and charged with grand theft auto, a third-degree felony that carries a penalty of up to five years in jail. Griggs and Weaver were released after posting $1,000 bond...
4/21/00 Opry.com
Opry Chat Transcript
09:40:28 PM>Andy Griggs:Hello Back to all of you!
09:40:42 PM> Amy Lynn in MA:Hi Andy, this is a strange question but I just have to know: It says on your fact sheet that you are a monopoly fan, like myself. First I was wondering if this is true? If it is I would like to know if you enjoy the new "theme" versions or if you prefer the classic edition? Griggs Fan 73
09:41:03 PM> Pat J:Hi Andy "long time no see".
09:41:09 PM> Katie:how are you Andy?
09:41:15 PM> amy:you are just so cute
09:41:18 PM>Andy Griggs:Amy: Fan of the old school Monopoly
09:41:26 PM> HeartofCountry:what was it like working with Coley McCabe?
09:41:28 PM> Tabatha Lamb:Jimmy (Tant's )say Hi too!
09:41:46 PM>Andy Griggs:Pat: Hello...can't believe its been as long as it has
09:41:50 PM> sailorgirl:What are you playing tonight Andy?
09:41:55 PM>Andy Griggs:Katie: 26
09:42:12 PM> LeeAnn:HI ANDY!
09:42:16 PM>Andy Griggs:Heart: She's Great! She's TALLL!!!!!!
Summer 99 LeadHead's Lounge
Andy Griggs - You Won't Ever Be Lonely
RCA Records
If you only buy one country album this year, I recommend you make it this one! Andy Griggs is a fresh face on the country scene, and this debut is in a class all its own.
The album-opening "You Made Me That Way" has top ten written all over it, though I find it the weakest track on the disc, its main drawback being the "generic" sound on his vocals. From that point on, Andy breaks from the crowd with an "outlaw" sound for the future.
On cuts such as "A Side Of Me" and "Ain't Done Nothin' Wrong," there is a gritty, Travis Tritt-like feel, but without the whiskey soaked vocals. "Waitin' On Sundown" and "I Miss You The Most" are strong, narrative "story-songs" that fit Mr. Griggs' vocals to a "T." His cover of Rodney Crowell’s "Ain't Livin’ Long Like This" will make you forget all about Waylon’s version, while his duet with the aforementioned Jennings on "Shine On Me" is country magic.
With one boot in the present and one in the past, Andy Griggs covers a lot of country ground on this debut. It ranks right up there with the best of ‘em! Eleven strong cuts, any one of which could be a chart-topper. Combined with Andy’s obvious visual appeal, I think he’ll be all over your TV and radio in no time at all. Don't miss this fantastic release from a future Horizon Award winner.
7/7/99 Canoe.ca
Solid debut album from Andy Griggs
By ANIKA VAN WYK
Calgary Sun
Another outstanding debut album. Though Griggs may look like blending of Bryan Adams and Bryan White, he has a sound all his own. This Louisiana singer has a smooth deep voice that has a nice mature tone to it. He also has some big time support. "You take a good gospel singer, add a little rock 'n' roll and a country song form a country boy, and you've got yourself a winning combination -- and besides, he's a good friend of mine," says Waylon Jennings...
6/9/99 Waylon.com
Waylon and Griggs Chase Down Tour Buses
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Weary of the busload of tourists that stop in his driveway, Waylon Jennings decided to turn the tables. Jennings and fellow country singer Andy Griggs took a break from songwriting on Saturday to chase tour buses and snap photographs of fans, Griggs said. Jennings "can get kind of irritated at the tour buses that stop at the foot of his driveway," Griggs said. "The more mad he got, the more I egged him on." Armed with disposable cameras, Jennings and Griggs spent nearly two hours in Jennings' Cadillac, ambushing tour buses. Many tourists "just sat there with their mouths wide open in disbelief," Griggs said with a laugh. Afterward, the pair returned to Jennings' home and finished writing their song...
5/99 AMZMusiczine.com
Artist: Andy Griggs
Title: "You Won't Ever Be Lonely"
Label: RCA
Reviewed By: P. Kellach Waddle
Rating: ****
There were so many reasons I wanted to adore this album. First of all, I have been a big fan of Mr. Griggs first big hit, the title cut from this disc, "You Won't Ever Be Lonely," that is leaping up the charts along with its video on CMT....
