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“Nancy” Cartoonist GUY GILCHRIST to Host Christmas Spectacular Show!

Dec 14, 2009

Nashville, TN (December 14, 2009) – GUY GILCHRIST is set to host the “Guy Gilchrist’s Christmas Spectacular Show” later this week! Sun Beach Club and Strum Magazine are teaming up to sponsor this holiday extravaganza!

“Guy Gilchrist’s Christmas Spectacular Show” will be held THIS Thursday, December 17 at the Sun Beach Club in Gallatin, Tennessee (Address: 170 N Water Ave; Gallatin, TN 37066)! The event will run from 8:30 PM through midnight.

The event will feature Guy’s full band The Sluggo Smith Christmas Orchestra (led by legendary guitarist Andy Reiss) as well as the Nancy Family Singers, featuring Mackenzie Morgan, Joe Rucker, and Amanda Cornett! Each of the Nancy Family Singers will be highlighted in their own solo performances of Christmas songs. Troy Powers formerly from Vince Vance and the Valients and co-writer on their signature hit, "All I Want For Christmas Is You" will be sitting in on guitar as Mackenzie sings the timeless tune! Joe will sing “Florida Christmas,” and Amanda will perform “Soldier’s Girl.”

In addition, Elvis impersonator Doug Wilson is making the trip to Nashville from Tampa, Florida to participate in this show. “Doug puts on an incredible Elvis show! He loves to help out with kids. We work together each year at Charlie Daniel's Angelus benefit.”

To top off what should be an excitement-packed evening, Tommy Cash will be the special guest. He will sing some of his own hits and Christmas songs. Then, he will join Guy in a duet on “Ring Of Fire,” the tune made famous by his late brother, Johnny! “Having Tommy in my show, that means the world to me! Are you kidding?? For Tommy to come out and be a guest with such a busy schedule, to give to Boys Town like this? I'm so honored! But he's Tommy Cash. He and his family are givers. I am not surprised... just thankful for such a gift.”

Sure to be on Guy’s set list are both songs from his NEW Christmas release: “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School for Boys)” and “Christmas Light,” with an abundance of Christmas favorites thrown in the mix!

Proceeds raised during “Guy Gilchrist’s Christmas Spectacular Show” will be donated to Boys Town! Guy is also donating songwriting royalties and a portion of CD sales to this long-standing beacon of hope for children across the nation. For more information about Boys Town, please visit www.boystown.org.

With Christmas just around the corner, Guy continues to enjoy the media blitz surrounding the release of Merry Christmas, Sluggo! He has been featured in Strum Magazine, AOL’s The Boot, Today’s Country Magazine, and Better Nashville, among others – with additional features forthcoming. Radio has been supportive as well, with more than 50 stations currently spinning both songs from the new album, including several reporting stations.

Country music’s premiere print magazine, Country Weekly, has also climbed on board in support of the new release. Country Weekly is offering fans the opportunity to download a FREE mp3 of “Merry Christmas, Sluggo” directly from their website at www.countryweekly.com/freemusic! Artists are generally given a two-week run on the website. Guy was added to their “Free Music” on Friday, December 5, and will continue to be featured on Country Weekly’s website through December 31.

Please forward all interview requests for GUY GILCHRIST to Estella at info@starcountrymedia.com.

About Guy Gilchrist

Best known for creating the “Nancy” comic strip, Guy Gilchrist has been an accomplished writer and artist for nearly three decades. In addition to “Nancy,” Guy has created numerous pieces in his “Your Angels Speak” series, as well as NightLights & FairyFlights, among others. Guy was also the artist behind Jim Henson’s “MUPPETS” as well as the character designer for Tom and Jerry, The Pink Panther, Looney Tunes and Disney! In addition, Guy has written 48 children’s books, three of which earned the International Reading Award from the United Nations. Guy is also the founder of his own art school! Some of his art is enshrined in The Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC. His “Nancy” comic strip is syndicated in approximately 350 newspapers, in 80 countries, and archived on the Internet at www.comics.com and www.guygilchristmusic.com.

Guy has written numerous songs, one of which broke the Billboard chart! Fellow artists including Anne Murray and Suzy Bogguss have recorded his songs. He has co-written songs with rock ‘n’ roller Hall of Famer Dion DiMucci, Jett Williams, Billy Swan, Eddie Kilgallon (former member of Ricochet who currently plays with Montgomery Gentry), Hobie Hubbard (of Sawyer Brown), among others. Guy has also performed with artists including Charlie Daniels, Mandy Barnett, and the Marshall Tucker Band and opened with Sunny Sweeney, Opry legend Jim Ed Brown, Buddy Jewell, Tommy Cash, and Little Jimmy Dickens. He has been invited to perform on the Grand Ole Opry and even has an entire wall enshrining his “Nancy” comic strips backstage of the prestigious venue!

With his newest Christmas release, Guy once again combines his passions for art, music, and helping others into one delightful project! He continues to write, draw, and sing in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information on Guy Gilchrist, his illustrations, and music, please visit his official artist website at www.guygilchristmusic.com.

GUY GILCHRIST Invited to Charlie Daniels’ Celebrity Golf Classic and Country Concert!

Dec 2, 2009

Nashville, TN (December 2, 2009) – GUY GILCHRIST has been invited to participate in the 19th Annual Charlie Daniels Celebrity Golf Classic and Angelus Country Concert! This event is taking place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa, Florida. Guy will be one of the celebrity guests playing in the golf tournament beginning early Friday morning, December 4. He will then perform in a star-studded country concert the following evening. On Sunday morning, Guy plans to also attend a church service with the children at Angelus before flying back to Nashville.

The concert is FREE to the public! Other artists scheduled to perform include Trent Tomlinson, the Marshall Tucker Band, Confederate Railroad and – of course, Charlie Daniels – among others. Gates to open at 11 AM and the concert will start at noon. To attend this concert, please contact Tammy Williams at 727.243.8293.

Proceeds from both the golf tournament and concert are benefiting The Angelus.

Guy has been lending his time and talent to The Angelus and its fundraising efforts for over ten years. “I love those kids just like they are family! It is one of the greatest blessings in my life to draw and sing for THEM.”

There’s never a need to ask Guy twice about lending his talent to help better the lives of children. In fact, he has made it his life mission to do just that! This Christmas season, Guy is spreading holiday cheer with the release of his “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School For Boys)” CD. Guy is donating songwriting royalties and a portion of proceeds from sales of the new project to Boys Town! For more information about Boys Town, please visit www.boystown.org.

Please forward all interview requests for GUY GILCHRIST to Estella at info@starcountrymedia.com.

About The Angelus

The Angelus is a home for severely handicapped persons who are not able to care for themselves. All of the residents and students have cerebral palsy and all use wheelchairs. Some are non-verbal, blind, deaf, or mentally challenged; some have normal intelligence. But, they all understand and need kindness and love.

The Angelus was founded in 1979 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Within a few short months, it became “home” for eight children, ranging from two to twelve years old. Initially supported by state funding, The Angelus eventually evolved into a non-profit organization.

By 1985, The Angelus had fourteen children entrusted to their care and the home was bursting at the seams. A search began for a new home. Seventeen acres of beautiful wooded land was obtained in Pasco County, which included a small two-bedroom house. The first Angelus home was completed in 1986. The following year, their second home was built by volunteers to accommodate all the children in St. Petersburg. The Angelus expanded once more in 1996 when an additional home was built by a handicapped friend of the organization. 600 volunteers pitched in to build Charlie’s Lodge in 1999 in honor of devoted The Angelus supporter, Charlie Daniels. The pavilion was built in 2001 and is used by many groups in the community for social events as well as fundraisers for The Angelus. For more information about The Angelus home and events, visit www.theangelus.com.

About Guy Gilchrist

Best known for creating the “Nancy” comic strip, Guy Gilchrist has been an accomplished writer and artist for nearly three decades. In addition to “Nancy,” Guy has created numerous pieces in his “Your Angels Speak” series, as well as NightLights & FairyFlights, among others. Guy was also the artist behind Jim Henson’s “MUPPETS” as well as the character designer for Tom and Jerry, The Pink Panther, Looney Tunes and Disney! In addition, Guy has written 48 children’s books, three of which earned the International Reading Award from the United Nations. Guy is also the founder of his own art school! Some of his art is enshrined in The Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC. His “Nancy” comic strip is syndicated in approximately 350 newspapers, in 80 countries, and archived on the Internet at www.comics.com and www.guygilchristmusic.com.

Guy has written numerous songs, one of which broke the Billboard chart! Fellow artists including Anne Murray and Suzy Bogguss have recorded his songs. He has co-written songs with rock ‘n’ roller Hall of Famer Dion DiMucci, Jett Williams, Billy Swan, Eddie Kilgallon (former member of Ricochet who currently plays with Montgomery Gentry), Hobie Hubbard (of Sawyer Brown), among others. Guy has also performed with artists including Charlie Daniels, Mandy Barnett, and the Marshall Tucker Band and opened with Sunny Sweeney, Opry legend Jim Ed Brown, Buddy Jewell, Tommy Cash, and Little Jimmy Dickens. He has been invited to perform on the Grand Ole Opry and even has an entire wall enshrining his “Nancy” comic strips backstage of the prestigious venue!

With his newest Christmas release, Guy once again combines his passions for art, music, and helping others into one delightful project! He continues to write, draw, and sing in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information on Guy Gilchrist, his illustrations, and music, please visit his official artist website at www.guygilchristmusic.com.

Christmas Continues For GUY GILCHRIST!

Nov 25, 2009

Nashville, TN (November 25, 2009) – Christmas was definitely in the air at GUY GILCHRIST’s CD launch party, held last week at The Listening Room Café! “White Christmas,” “Here Comes Santa Claus,” “Run, Run Rudolph,” “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home),” “Merry Christmas Baby,” and “Blue Christmas” were just a handful of the songs shared during the standing-room-only event. Guy and his guest artists and songwriters were backed by The Sluggo Smith Christmas Orchestra and the Nancy Family Singers (Mackenzie Morgan, Joe Rucker, and Amanda Cornett). “We had an old time Christmas Show feeling from the get go! Right from the start when we opened with ‘White Christmas,’ folks sang along.”

Two of the evening’s special guests were 12-year-old singing sensation, Mackenzie Morgan, and Mandy Barnett (known for her starring role in Always… Patsy Cline). Mackenzie sang a stunning rendition of “O Holy Night” and the Brenda Lee classic, “I’m Sorry.” Later that evening, she also won a raffle drawing for a guitar. Guy drew “Nancy,” “Sluggo,” and Santa Claus on the face of the guitar, which was also autographed by all of the evening’s guest artists.

Mandy dueted with Guy on “Jackson,” and – of course – “Merry Christmas, Sluggo.” (She is a featured vocalist on the studio recording of the single.) The well-rounded Christmas celebration also transcended generations, proving that music is truly universal. “At one time, we had a man who wrote a Christmas song for Ernest Tubb in 1952 singing with a man who had 50 Top Tens through the 60s and 70s AND a newcomer singing his first Christmas song!”

In between songs, Guy entertained guests with Christmas-themed jokes aplenty! There was no doubt that all in attendance thoroughly enjoyed the evening – perhaps most of all, Guy himself! The famed “Nancy” cartoonist is grateful for all the support his fans and industry peers have shown toward his new Christmas CD and for the Boys Town organization. “I want to say a special thank you to my friends and fans who have been sending donations to Boys Town in my honor and for purchasing the new CD. I personally have heard from a dozen people so far through my Facebook and MySpace pages, and my website – people as far away as Belgium are sending in donations to Boystown for all kinds of amounts! This is going somewhere – THANK YOU!!” In addition, some of our active military are sending the songs around the world and donating to Boys Town.

When asked what his favorite moment was, Guy shares, “When we finished with our finale, "Christmas Light," and I came off the stage, the first three people I hugged asked, ‘When's your NEXT show?!’” Guy joyfully admits, “I had concentrated so much on putting on the best show, remembering all my lyrics and chords, and telling jokes that I honestly hadn't thought past that moment! I must have looked like a boxer spun around and punched one too many times.”

Not to worry, as Guy now has an official answer for that question! The legendary Sun Beach Club and Strum Magazine are teaming up to sponsor the Guy Gilchrist's Christmas Spectacular! The event will once again feature his full band The Sluggo Smith Christmas Orchestra (led by the legendary Andy Reiss), the Nancy Family Singers, as well as some very special guests!

Fans are invited out to the Sun Beach Club on December 17 from 9 PM to midnight, where they are sure to hear both songs featured on Guy’s new Christmas CD: “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School for Boys)” and “Christmas Light”! (Sun Beach Club Address: 170 N Water Ave; Gallatin, TN 37066)

Proceeds from the event will be donated to Boys Town! For more information about Boys Town, please visit www.boystown.org.

Please forward all interview requests for GUY GILCHRIST to Estella at info@starcountrymedia.com.

“Nancy” Comic Strip Cartoonist, GUY GILCHRIST, Signs With STAR Country Media!

Nov 16, 2009

Nashville, TN (November 16, 2009) – STAR Country Media is thrilled to announce the signing of “Nancy” comic strip writer and illustrator, GUY GILCHRIST, to their company roster! STAR Country Media will handle publicity and promotion efforts for Guy’s “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School For Boys)” project throughout the holiday season!

STAR Country Media’s Public Relations Director, Estella Pan, first began following Guy’s career in 2002. Though she enjoyed “Nancy,” her favorite works were Guy’s “Your Angels Speak” illustrated panels. One of his Limited Edition “Your Angels Speak” panels was inspired by powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Tammy Cochran’s Top 10 hit, “Angels in Waiting.” Only a handful of the “Angels in Waiting” prints were sold; each was autographed by both Guy and Tammy. Already a fan of Tammy’s music at the time, Estella purchased a print for herself. (Tammy Cochran would become STAR Country Media’s flagship artist in 2007.)

A veteran in the business who understands the importance of securing a cohesive team, Guy is delighted to include Estella on his team for his new Christmas CD. “I was referred to Estella by my friends at Strum magazine, and I was blown away by her heart, willingness to listen and help, and enthusiasm for the project! In our conversations, I discovered that she and I had crossed paths previously through our mutual friend, Tammy Cochran, and shared a mutual love for children and children's charities. Immediately, I sensed a kindred soul in Estella and asked if she would come on board for my Christmas project.”

He adds, “I am so glad she has! Within moments of our working together, offers for radio and Internet radio interviews started coming in, and that has already impacted the record. Estella isn't just into it for the single; she wants the homerun! She puts her heart and soul into the project and is as amazingly creative as she is tireless. My management team loves her, my friends in the business love her, and so do I.”

Guy’s CD release features two sides: “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School for Boys)” and “Christmas Light.” Guy drew inspiration for writing the slightly mischievous and thoroughly enjoyable “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School for Boys)” from his own life. He shares, “I know a little about having a bit of a tough childhood, having grown up without the proper Father figure in my life. There comes that time in your life – maybe just into adolescence – when you can start down one of two roads. I thought I was a pretty tough kid. I was always getting into scrapes and mixing it up. I thought I was tougher than I was. Kind of like Sluggo.”

Receiving the Johnny Cash at San Quentin album became a pivotal turning point in Guy’s life. “Each time I listened to it, it crept deeper into my bones. Full of humor, anger, passion and truth. Sin and Redemption. It helped to heal my heart. I thank God, and the people God put into my life, for giving me the guidance and the love I needed when I needed it.” Guy has since dedicated his life to healing hearts through laughter and music and his new Christmas project is a product of the fact. “I know that I have been put on this earth to make folks smile. After all, it's pretty tough to hate while you're smiling. That's why I love my life as a cartoonist and writer. I have been blessed with these world-famous characters that have lived in our hearts and in the funny papers since 1922. Maybe they will now live on in this song...with laughter...and a purpose.”

The flip side features “Christmas Light,” a beautiful ballad celebrating the meaning behind the holiday. “These two songs are about redemption. Isn't that what God is all about? The Christmas story is one of love. Unconditional love. We can never buy or live our way into The Lord's heart. We're there because He gives us chance after chance. He gives us all His love, changes our hearts from the inside out, and makes us better people.”

Guy is donating a portion of all sales as well as his songwriting royalties from the CD to the Boys Town, an organization that has been a beacon of hope for neglected and abused children for almost a century. “This organization is all about love and that second chance. Unconditional love. No judgement. Father Flanagan, who started Boys Town in 1917, said it best: ‘There's no such thing as a bad boy.’ All children are the same in the eyes of those who give of their time, love and soul at Boys Town to turn lives around.”

“Because of Boys Town, 500,000 boys and girls in 26 states were loved and shown a better way last year alone.” He adds, “I hope that by using my world-famous character, Sluggo, and this story of Santa seeing into this boy’s heart, that through this funny song with a special universal message, we are able to raise money and awareness for the good works of Boys Town, year after year. There but for the Grace of God go I.”

For more information about Boys Town, please visit www.boystown.org.

Please forward all interview requests for GUY GILCHRIST to Estella at info@starcountrymedia.com.

About Guy Gilchrist

Best known for creating the “Nancy” comic strip, Guy Gilchrist has been an accomplished writer and artist for nearly three decades. In addition to “Nancy,” Guy has created numerous pieces in his “Your Angels Speak” series, as well as NightLights & FairyFlights, among others. Guy was also the artist behind Jim Henson’s “MUPPETS” as well as the character designer for Tom and Jerry, The Pink Panther, Looney Tunes and Disney! In addition, Guy has written 48 children’s books, three of which earned the International Reading Award from the United Nations. Guy is also the founder of his own art school! Some of his art is enshrined in The Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC. His “Nancy” comic strip is syndicated in approximately 350 newspapers, in 80 countries, and archived on the Internet at www.comics.com and www.guygilchristmusic.com.

Guy has written numerous songs, one of which broke the Billboard chart! Fellow artists including Anne Murray and Suzy Bogguss have recorded his songs. He has co-written songs with rock ‘n’ roller Hall of Famer Dion DiMucci, Jett Williams, Billy Swan, Eddie Kilgallon (former member of Ricochet who currently plays with Montgomery Gentry), Hobie Hubbard (of Sawyer Brown), among others. Guy has also performed with artists including Charlie Daniels, Mandy Barnett, and the Marshall Tucker Band and opened with Sunny Sweeney, Opry legend Jim Ed Brown, Buddy Jewell, Tommy Cash, and Little Jimmy Dickens. He has been invited to perform on the Grand Ole Opry and even has an entire wall enshrining his “Nancy” comic strips backstage of the prestigious venue!

With his newest Christmas release, Guy once again combines his passions for art, music, and helping others into one delightful project! He continues to write, draw, and sing in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information on Guy Gilchrist, his illustrations, and music, please visit his official artist website at www.guygilchristmusic.com.

GUY GILCHRIST and STRUM MAGAZINE Celebrate Christmas Before Thanksgiving!

Nov 10, 2009

Nashville, TN (November 10, 2009) – This year, Christmas will arrive before Thanksgiving at the Listening Room Café in downtown Nashville! “Nancy” creator and illustrator, Guy Gilchrist, has invited singer/songwriter friends to help celebrate the release of his Christmas CD!

Guy’s launch party will take place on Wednesday, November 18 from 8 – 10 pm! (Address: 209 10th Avenue South, Suite 200).

Guest artists already confirmed to perform include Mandy Barnett (Always… Patsy Cline musical), Arlos Smith (wrote Rascal Flatts’ “Mayberry”), Jerry Foster (legendary songwriter whose hits have been recorded by Jerry Lee Lewis, Conway Twitty, Patti Page, and more!), and Brandon Giles. Andy Reiss of The Time Jumpers will lead the Christmas Party Band as all involved share an evening of music and laughter! Longtime WSM disc jockey, Keith Bilbrey, is slated to host the benefit.

Strum Magazine is a proud sponsor for this event!

The new CD from Guy Gilchrist features two sides, “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School for Boys)” and “Christmas Light.” “Merry Christmas, Sluggo (San Quentin School for Boys)” is a nod to Johnny Cash’s music. Guy says, "This song is dedicated to those who helped to turn my life around – Brenda Lee, Johnny Cash, my cartoonist heroes, Santa Claus, and God."

Guy hopes these songs have "you laughing, dancing, and feeling good! I hope it brings back memories of being a little kid trying to get from Santa's ‘Naughty’ list to his ‘Nice’ list before Christmas morning!”

Anyone who gives a suggested donation of $10 at the door will receive a personalized CD from Guy Gilchrist! In addition, a portion of the sales of the CD and Guy's songwriting royalties benefit Boys Town, an organization that has been a beacon of hope for neglected and abused children for almost a century. For more information about Boys Town, please visit www.boystown.org.

All media is invited to attend this event!

Please forward all media inquiries for this event to Estella at info@starcountrymedia.com.

About Strum Magazine

Launched in October, 2009, Strum Magazine focuses on all things entertaining. This online publication is meant to be enjoyed by the entire family. Strum Magazine features articles on all genres of music, movie and music reviews, art, theater, and charity events. There is also an interactive calendar of events on their website where recording artists, songwriters, event planners, and fans can send in their events to be posted on the website. Strum Magazine… simply entertaining!

About Guy Gilchrist

Best known for creating the “Nancy” comic strip, Guy Gilchrist has been an accomplished writer and artist for nearly three decades. In addition to “Nancy,” Guy has created numerous pieces in his “Your Angels Speak” series, as well as NightLights & FairyFlights, among others. Guy was also the artist behind Jim Henson’s “MUPPETS” as well as the character designer for Tom and Jerry, The Pink Panther, Looney Tunes and Disney! In addition, Guy has written 48 children’s books, three of which earned the International Reading Award from the United Nations. Guy is also the founder of his own art school! Some of his art is enshrined in The Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC. His “Nancy” comic strip is syndicated in approximately 350 newspapers, in 80 countries, and archived on the Internet at www.comics.com and www.guygilchristmusic.com.

Guy has written numerous songs, one of which broke the Billboard chart! Fellow artists including Anne Murray and Suzy Bogguss have recorded his songs. He has co-written songs with rock ‘n’ roller Hall of Famer Dion DiMucci, Jett Williams, Billy Swan, Eddie Kilgallon (former member of Ricochet who currently plays with Montgomery Gentry), Hobie Hubbard (of Sawyer Brown), among others. Guy has also performed with artists including Charlie Daniels, Mandy Barnett, and the Marshall Tucker Band and opened for Sunny Sweeney, Opry legend Jim Ed Brown, Buddy Jewell, Tommy Cash, and Little Jimmy Dickens. He has been invited to perform on the Grand Ole Opry and even has an entire wall displaying his “Nancy” comic strips hung backstage of the prestigious venue!

With his newest Christmas release, Guy combines his passions for art, music, and helping others into one delightful project! He continues to write, draw, and sing in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information on Guy Gilchrist, his illustrations, and music, please visit his official artist website at www.guygilchristmusic.com.