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THE SEARCH IS ON FOR AMERICA’S NEXT COUNTRY MUSIC STAR
AS USA NETWORK’S NASHVILLE STAR
RETURNS FOR ITS HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED FOURTH SEASON

Nationwide Local Market Auditions Kick-off in Los Angeles on October 21st
Season 4 to Premiere in March 2006

NASHVILLE STAR, USA Network’s original grassroots talent search to find America’s next great country music star and the nation’s top-rated country music program, will give another talented and deserving artist their big break when the show returns for its fourth season, it was announced today by Jeff Wachtel, USA’s executive vice president of original programming. 

“NASHVILLE STAR works because it showcases the best untapped musical talent on television,” explains Wachtel. “One thing we've learned over the past three seasons is that there's an incredible pool of talented performers whose voices have yet to be heard.”

Buddy Jewell Times Like These Miranda Lambert Kerosene

“I had been in Nashville for a decade writing songs,” says Nashville Star's first  winner Buddy Jewell.  NASHVILLE STAR landed me a record deal and gave me the opportunity to perform my own songs on the show in front of millions of Americans each week – with fan reactions via email and through my website.  It would have taken me years to get that sort of dedicated fan base without the support of those people who followed the show,” says Jewell. 

NASHVILLE STAR will launch a national casting tour (Contestant Auditions) beginning at the Saddle Ranch Chop House in Universal City, Los Angeles, on October 21 from 12:00-6:00pm and continuing on to 16 cities across America including Chicago, Dallas, DC, Portland, Atlanta and Las Vegas. 

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Where are Nashville Star Auditions ?

 

 

John Arthur Martines - Season 1 Runner-Up    Brad Cotter - Season 2 Winner

George Canyon - Season 2 Runner-Up

 Never Heard of Nashville Star ?

Here's the Nashville Star Audition Guidelines....

  1. A select few of the most talented will be invited back the next day for a chance to sing either two (2) cover songs from the approved song list or one (1) song off the list and one (1) original song. 

  2. The top contestants then proceed to one of two regional competitions to again audition for a chance to appear on the show. 

The auditions are open to women and men, ages 18 and over (as of January 1, 2006), who think they have what it takes to become the next NASHVILLE STAR.  Updated information on auditions including cities, locations and times, song lists and applications can be found on The Nashville Star Website!

As in the past, the winner of this season’s NASHVILLE STAR will receive a major music recording contract with a top-level record label.  But even runners-up come away with something most country music artists work years to achieve.  Nashville Star was like a ten-week audition in front of every record label VIP in Nashville and country music fans across the country,” says season one runner-up Miranda Lambert.

The first three seasons of the series have launched the careers of promising artists including Jewell, Lambert and 2005’s Erika Jo.  Jewell debuted his self-titled CD at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and was eventually certified gold by the RIAA.   Runner-up Miranda Lambert became a household name when her “Kerosene” became the highest-selling debut album of 2005.   She is currently a front-runner for CMA’s Horizon Award honoring new talent.    Erika Jo, the most recent NASHVILLE STAR, landed at No. 5 on the same chart with her self-titled debut CD and at No. 27 on the Hot 200 Album Chart (all genres), outselling Kenny Chesney, Gretchen Wilson, Big & Rich, Tim McGraw and Shania Twain, among others.  

NASHVILLE STAR is created by Reveille and executive produced by Ben Silverman ("The Biggest Loser," "The Office") and H.T. Owens ("The Restaurant," "30 Days").  Jeff Boggs will executive produce in association with Reveille.  The show is produced by Jon Small ("Garth Brooks Live From Central Park," "Billy Joel Live at Yankee Stadium") and his production company, Picture Vision, alongside co-executive producer Mark Koops ("The Restaurant," "Blow Out"). 

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Name: Marie Monsalve
Email: warblekitty@verizon.net
 

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I would like to audition for the Nashville Star. Please advise when the next audition process is being held. Thanks a bunch!


Name: nicole
Email: hotbabe200769@hotmail.com
 

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Name: Rae Martin
Email: southern_bred_bytch@hotmail.com
 

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I would also like to know when season 5 auditions start. I'm READY!!


Name: Judie B. Crooks
Email: judie3@gogenesis.com
 

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I love watching Nashville star and would like to know how to obtain information for a really great performer to audition for Nashville star


Name: Judie B. Crooks
Email: judie3@gogenesis.com
 

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I love watching Nashville star and would like to know how to obtain information for a really great performer to audition for Nashville star


Name: Veronica Valencia
Email: magvalen@pacbell.net
 

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I heard that you have to have a VIP in order to audtion and make it is that true, I would like to audition,check out my music at www.myspace.com then click music then type Veronica valencia.


Name: Joanna Jelmeland
Email: Nashville Star on your site
 

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Why have you deliberately left BRAD COTTER out? I see his album, but you enlarged the 2nd place Canyon. How insulting!! BRAD COTTER WON and you promote Canyon (who lost) and Lambert (who lost) and do not even say Brad Cotter in your write up? What's up with that? I DID respect your opinion, but am having second thoughts since you were unfair and NOT politically correct in handling that. I know Brad rubbed some people the wrong way, and I know why. I STILL think he DESERVES mention and that If he had been properly promoted he would have made it BIG!!! He is STILL big in my eyes. Please reply. Thanks. Jammsnana


Name: Linda Longmire
Email: llongmire@yahoo.com
 

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I thought Wynonna and Cowboy Troy made an awesome team for hosting the 4th season of Nashville Star. They brought it back to life for me!! Keep them, bring them back. She is such a phenomenal entertainer, wonderful advice and he too is a great entertainer, full of fun. This show needs that and them. I hope to see them again. Thanks!


Name: March Seay
Email: jimarcas@hotmail.com
 

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I can't find an application for an audition with Nashville Star. Could you please send me some information on auditions. Thanks


Name: Starr Simpson
Email: hologram3030@yahoo.com
 

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Please send me info about Nashville Star auditions in Atlanta. It will be most appreciated.


Name: John Browning
Email: Guardian_Devil27@yahoo.com
 

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I would like to know when/where season 5 auditions will be held for Nashville Star.


Name: Jessica Rippee
Email: jarippe@sandia.gov
 

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Please send updates on when auditions are coming through San Francisco for season 5. Thanks


Name: Alton
Email: alton.tyndall@durhamnc.gov
 

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When do the auditions for season 5 start, and a list of cities? Thanks


Name: Doug D
Email: harmonyman777@yahoo.com
 

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One reason I don't deal much with Nashville much because they steal ideas! God gave me the vision to do Nashville Star idea. Just didn't have to title. 3 visions God gave me roy acuff center.entertainment tonight and USA network. All made Nasville Star Go Figure!


Name: Doug D
Email: harmonyman777@yahoo.com
 

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One reason I don't deal much with Nashville much because they steal ideas! God gave me the vision to do Nashville Star idea. Just didn't have to title. 3 visions God gave me roy acuff center.entertainment tonight and USA network. All made Nasville Star Go Figure!


Name: Doug D
Email: harmonyman777@yahoo.com
 

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One reason I don't deal much with Nashville much because they steal ideas! God gave me the vision to do Nashville Star idea. Just didn't have to title. 3 visions God gave me roy acuff center.entertainment tonight and USA network. All made Nasville Star Go Figure!


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Name: Doug
Email: harmonyman777@yahoo.com
 

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Looking fot talent. harmonyman777@yahoo.com


Name: Doug
Email: harmonyman777@yahoo.com
 

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Looking fot talent. harmonyman777@yahoo.com


Name: Benson Harper
Email: harper1085@hotmail.com
 

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When and where will the auditions for season 5 be held?


Name: Karen Johnson
Email: klorraine3885@yahoo.com
 

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I was wondering if your able to have written songs as a contest the same way you do over having singers through the nashville star? Also I do believe since we have so many singers from oklahoma which is where I'm from. If theres a way you can have something to help out singers and songwriters in oklahoma? I know that Nashville Tn. happens to be the heartland of the music industry. But if theres a way that since ones from oklahoma has been known to be very good singers like example: garth brooks and carrie underwood. And I happen to go to school with wade hayes guarist (Rick Taylor).Why there can't be something in this area to help other talented people out.


Name: Jeanie Driggers
Email: jeaniedriggers@yahoo.com
 

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I am interested in trying out for Nashville Star;however, I can never find out the audition information. When and where will auditions be held for season 5?


Name: misty
Email: mistyndonnie@verizon.net
 

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i am trying to find out when and were next auditions are for nashville star? and what are the rules that apply? thanks


Name: chris
Email: wireman2006@msn.com
 

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Is there anywhere to buy the 2006 nashville star series dvd?


Name: chris
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Is there anywhere to buy the 2006 nashville star series dvd?


Name: chris
Email: wireman2003@msn.com
 

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Is there anywhere to buy the 2006 nashville star series dvd?


Name: Kenneh L. King
Email: kin2u2@yahoo.com
 

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Hello, I am a published songwriter that’s has been given permission by my publishing company to help promote my work. I would like to send you a CD of my music and ask that you give it a listen and see if you can use any songs for your artist. My publisher is a international company that markets all musical styles. As for myself, I write all styles. I can include a few of my unpublished songs as well. I appreciated any time and consideration given. My contact information is below. Sincerely, Kenneth L. King 105 Rainey Dr. Dawsonville, Ga. 30534 706-216-0171 Kin2u2@yahoo.com www.myspace.com/kennethlking


Name: Alton Tyndall, Jr
Email: alton.tyndall@durhamnc.gov
 

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Please notify me when auditions for season 5 begin and the locations. Thanks.


Name: Johnny Miller
Email: johnnymiller_rc@yahoo.com
 

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Hi my name is johnny miller I would like to audition in the nashville star search in november Im not sure where auditions are going to be held at and what time. and I would appreciate If you could tell me where could I GET A APPLICATION TO AUDITION FOR THE 2006 STAR SEARCH. THANK YOU. JOHNNY MILLER.


Name: Johnny Miller
Email: johnnymiller_rc@yahoo.com
 

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Hi my name is johnny miller I would like to audition in the nashville star search in november Im not sure where auditions are going to be held at and what time. and I would appreciate If you could tell me where could I GET A APPLICATION TO AUDITION FOR THE 2006 STAR SEARCH. THANK YOU. JOHNNY MILLER.


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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Cliff Ayers Of Emerald Records says I sound like Norah Jones in Come away with me But I can do "Break Me BY Jewel And In My Daughters Eyes by Martina McBride. Can I mail a tape of it to you or mayby you will see me on Music city Explosion With Bruce Goodwin soon or you see my picture at www.exploretalent.com Username ismaryannchatman password is 4783 go to the bottom of thpage and click on "my free account" then hit mypage, the picture with me sitting on the stool is not glamour shot but I felt beautiful there being casual. Everyone says you should be an actor or singer smile like Cameron Diaz or pretty woman or jennifer love Hewitt so write back to maryannhottie@yahoo.com


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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Cliff Ayers Of Emerald Records says I sound like Norah Jones in Come away with me But I can do "Break Me BY Jewel And In My Daughters Eyes by Martina McBride. Can I mail a tape of it to you or mayby you will see me on Music city Explosion With Bruce Goodwin soon or you see my picture at www.exploretalent.com Username ismaryannchatman password is 4783 go to the bottom of thpage and click on "my free account" then hit mypage, the picture with me sitting on the stool is not glamour shot but I felt beautiful there being casual. Everyone says you should be an actor or singer smile like Cameron Diaz or pretty woman or jennifer love Hewitt so write back to maryannhottie@yahoo.com


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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Cliff Ayers Of Emerald Records says I sound like Norah Jones in Come away with me But I can do "Break Me BY Jewel And In My Daughters Eyes by Martina McBride. Can I mail a tape of it to you or mayby you will see me on Music city Explosion With Bruce Goodwin soon or you see my picture at www.exploretalent.com Username ismaryannchatman password is 4783 go to the bottom of thpage and click on "my free account" then hit mypage, the picture with me sitting on the stool is not glamour shot but I felt beautiful there being casual. Everyone says you should be an actor or singer smile like Cameron Diaz or pretty woman or jennifer love Hewitt so write back to maryannhottie@yahoo.com


Name: renee
Email: sbolingbrook@aol.com
 

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are you having audition in chicago this year 2006 and when


Name: renee
Email: sbolingbrook@aol.com
 

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are you having audition in chicago this year 2006 and when


Name: Karen Johnson
Email: klorraine3885@yahoo.com
 

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I think having the nashville star is a great idea. When I was a teenager we didn't get these kind of opportunity's to live out our dream. I used to sing and I have always loved to sing. And I had wished I was able to sing today. Like I used to do. I have an illness called Endometriosis that has limited me to doing so much. I do write songs if you'd like to check out my site. It is www.monk-music.com and www.countrymusicplanet.com/karenjohnson This can also give you more information over what endo does to the body. Thank you, Karen Johnson


Name: Jalisah Ray
Email: jalisah2000@yahoo.com
 

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I just have a question about the age cutoff date. It is Jan. 1 that you have to be 18 by right. Well i don't turn 18 until exactly a month after that date Feb. 1st. I really would like to be considered with equal chance if that is possible. So please if someone reads this could you get back to me and tell me whether or not that is possible. Thankyou.


Name: Ginger Croswait
Email: gingerc2704@fuse.net
 

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I think that Nashville star is a great show that actually helps people achieve their dreams.


Name: Shanequa
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Nashville Star should definitely open it up to younger ages or start a teen/kid show. :]


Name: Michael W. Hodge
Email: michaels.mall@sbcglobal.net
 

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would like to auditions and need more info...like do i just forsake my job to come r can i do it on weekends...etc. want to know more...please send info...thax


Name: bruce smith
Email: brucephus_08@yahoo.com
 

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i would like to try out for the show but dont know how to go about doing it could u notify me please and let me know


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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`Dear Sir, I got to sing for Cliff Ayers of Emerald Records in Nashville and he recorded me singing "Hero" by Iglesias" I sound like Martina McBride And Jewel on a lot of their songs. Could you please mail me an application to Mary Ann Chatman 202 Pegg Farm Lane, Kernersville, NC 27284 and let me know what the songs are on the song list because I cant get to the Wildhorse Saloon Oct.12th in Nashville but I will try to find a wAY TO GET THER IF i CAN! lOVE Tell Martina McBride And Jewel I love them. I also know Bruce Goodwin from Music City Explosion and will sing on his show soon also. maryannhottie@yahoo.com


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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`Dear Sir, I got to sing for Cliff Ayers of Emerald Records in Nashville and he recorded me singing "Hero" by Iglesias" I sound like Martina McBride And Jewel on a lot of their songs. Could you please mail me an application to Mary Ann Chatman 202 Pegg Farm Lane, Kernersville, NC 27284 and let me know what the songs are on the song list because I cant get to the Wildhorse Saloon Oct.12th in Nashville but I will try to find a wAY TO GET THER IF i CAN! lOVE Tell Martina McBride And Jewel I love them. I also know Bruce Goodwin from Music City Explosion and will sing on his show soon also. maryannhottie@yahoo.com


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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`Dear Sir, I got to sing for Cliff Ayers of Emerald Records in Nashville and he recorded me singing "Hero" by Iglesias" I sound like Martina McBride And Jewel on a lot of their songs. Could you please mail me an application to Mary Ann Chatman 202 Pegg Farm Lane, Kernersville, NC 27284 and let me know what the songs are on the song list because I cant get to the Wildhorse Saloon Oct.12th in Nashville but I will try to find a wAY TO GET THER IF i CAN! lOVE Tell Martina McBride And Jewel I love them. I also know Bruce Goodwin from Music City Explosion and will sing on his show soon also. maryannhottie@yahoo.com


Name: Angie Wade
Email: awade727@yahoo.com
 

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I love your show.My whole family watches it every year. My husband also sings and writes his own songs. We were to late to send a video in for my husband to audition. We live in wyoming and it is to bad they can not get closer to wyomin for try outs.there is always next season. I cant wait for this season to start.


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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Dear Sir Could you please come to Greensboro or Winston Salem NC You have a lot of talent here but some of us will get fired if we just take off sometimes. Please please cpme back to NC soon. My picute is at www.exploretalent.com username is maryannchatman password is 4783 click on to "Myfree account" then hit my page. When i sing karaoke to try to win contests a lot of people say I do Jewels and Martina McBrides songs good. My dream is to sing with Jewel her song Break Me". I love her. If you look my picture up I could be her sister or cousin definitely. write me back to maryannhottie@yahoo.com or 336-987-9350


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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Dear Sir Could you please come to Greensboro or Winston Salem NC You have a lot of talent here but some of us will get fired if we just take off sometimes. Please please cpme back to NC soon. My picute is at www.exploretalent.com username is maryannchatman password is 4783 click on to "Myfree account" then hit my page. When i sing karaoke to try to win contests a lot of people say I do Jewels and Martina McBrides songs good. My dream is to sing with Jewel her song Break Me". I love her. If you look my picture up I could be her sister or cousin definitely. write me back to maryannhottie@yahoo.com or 336-987-9350


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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Dear Sir Could you please come to Greensboro or Winston Salem NC You have a lot of talent here but some of us will get fired if we just take off sometimes. Please please cpme back to NC soon. My picute is at www.exploretalent.com username is maryannchatman password is 4783 click on to "Myfree account" then hit my page. When i sing karaoke to try to win contests a lot of people say I do Jewels and Martina McBrides songs good. My dream is to sing with Jewel her song Break Me". I love her. If you look my picture up I could be her sister or cousin definitely. write me back to maryannhottie@yahoo.com or 336-987-9350


Name: Mary Ann Chatman
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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Dear Sir Could you please come to Greensboro or Winston Salem NC You have a lot of talent here but some of us will get fired if we just take off sometimes. Please please cpme back to NC soon. My picute is at www.exploretalent.com username is maryannchatman password is 4783 click on to "Myfree account" then hit my page. When i sing karaoke to try to win contests a lot of people say I do Jewels and Martina McBrides songs good. My dream is to sing with Jewel her song Break Me". I love her. If you look my picture up I could be her sister or cousin definitely. write me back to maryannhottie@yahoo.com or 336-987-9350


Name: Tina Giles
Email: jjhorn79@hotmail.com
 

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where is the next audition for nashville star and is there one in Florida? 11-03-06


Name: Charity Brim
Email: maryannhottie@yahoo.com
 

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mary ann Chatman looks like J- Userewel sings like her her picture is at wwww.exploretalent.com username is maryannchatman password is 4783 then click on "my free account'at the bottom of that page and then hit "my page" she lookws and sounds like Jewel Are you coming back to NC so you can hear her. Keep that name in mind She also sings for Cliff Ayers of Emerald Records in Nashville at 1-615-336-2480 336-987-9350


Name: christy
Email: prettybaby124168@yahoo.com
 

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I was just wondering if theres gonna be another season of nashville star after this one? Its too late for me to audition this season.


Name: Heather Marie Payton
Email: heatherpayton945@yahoo.com
 

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I really would love to try out for nasville Star!!! I live in Kearny Arizona it's a very small town. I love to sing and have always wanted to be a professional but, I don't know how to go about doing it on my own. I love to do karaoke at the Shamrock Bar and Lounge in Miami Arizona every Thurs, Fri, and Sat. Everyone is always telling me I should be in Nashville as a professional singer. Please help me in some way. Thank You, Heather M. Payton