Is billy currington satisfied to take part in the CMA Songwriters Series ?
Platinum-selling country singer Billy Currington will be a featured attraction at this year’s CMA Songwriters Series when it visits The Big Apple once more on Thursday, July 30. Now in its fifth year, the CMA-sponsored event will return to Joe’s Pub, 425 Lafayette St., in New York City, where some of Nashville’s veteran songsmiths will be spotlighted at 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. (Eastern), with the ever-capable assistance of show host-songwriter Bob DiPiero. As for the decision to take the series back to the East Coast again, “We are proud to once again showcase a stellar roster of songwriters,” said Tammy Genovese, CEO for the Country Music Association. “New York music fans know that the CMA Songwriters Series is not to be missed, which is why each event continues to sell out quickly.” In addition to DiPiero–whose many country hits include “Take Me As I Am” recorded by Faith Hill, “You Can’t Take the Honky Tonk Out of the Girl” recorded by Brooks & Dunn, “Blue Clear Sky” recorded by George
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