MELISSA JONES KICKS-OFF TOUR OF MILITARY BASES
Country Singer Releases Exclusive CD To Benefit Military Families
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Nashville, TN… Melissa Jones dreamed of pursuing a career in country music since a very young age. The Northern Utah native’s
performances at local nightclubs in Utah, Wyoming and Idaho lead to opening for artists Keith Urban, Terri Clark, Collin Raye,
Chris Cagle, The Oak Ridge Boys, Andy Griggs and The Marshall Tucker Band. Finally, Melissa made the trip to Nashville and recorded a
song which found its way to noted producer Nelson Larkin.
Melissa’s self-titled debut album, produced by Nelson Larkin and Steve Kondor, will be released in the Fall. The album includes
Melissa’s singles The Perfect Man and Who Do You Think I Am which have already received national airplay at country radio. While
working on Melissa’s album, Steve Kondor heard an unforgettable demo of a heart wrenching song titled, Red, White & Blue Night in
Georgia. He contacted the songwriter who put it him in touch with Roxanne Reed, an active duty military spouse, and a founding member
of the Marketing to Military Group (MMG). Melissa recorded Red, White & Blue Night in Georgia for her album and her rich voice and
genuine emotion make the poignant song unforgettable. MMG, which specializes in introducing products and services to the military
market, instantly fell in love with the project.
"We believe this song is the first to reflect on the ‘soul’ of the military spouse and family member,” said Roxanne.
Red, White and Blue Night in Georgia is a testament to the love, pride and devotion we all share for our men and women serving our
country." “It’s such a great song,” says Melissa. “I have a very strong emotional connection to the story -- my younger brother
Jake was seriously injured in Iraq by a roadside bomb at the same time I was being pitched this song. He is home now, recovering,
but he and his family have been changed forever. My heart goes out to anyone who has a loved one serving any where in the world.”
They joined forces to put together a tour of military bases across the United States. A special “military only” CD
titled Red, White And Blue Night In Georgia, which contains ten songs from Melissa’s upcoming debut album, several videos and
other special features, has been released exclusively through AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Services). Dedicating the proceeds
from the CD to Hope for the Warriors™ brought the project full circle. "MMG is honored to be able to help their
military community any way possible,” says Roxanne, “and what better way than through song and donation support."
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