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Country Artists Across The Wide

Across The Wide, newly signed Chromatone Records recording
artists, formed in 2008 by Cumming, GA, natives Jody Abernathy and Mark Mundy
to showcase their original country music. Whether it’s a packed three-night run
at The Bluebird Cafe, a sold-out opening slot with Jeffrey Steel at Nashville’s
3rd & Lindley, or a raucous night at one of Atlanta’s honky tonk bars,
Across The Wide deliver a show loaded with superior musicianship, compelling
songs, and strong vocals, perfectly in keeping with the long tradition of
American country music.  Even if country
music isn’t your thing, you won’t be able to sit still during this electric
performance, so grab your hat and boots and have some fun!



Listen to their music HERE



Jody Abernathy (lead vocals & guitar) has been a
musician ever since teaming up with his friend Mark Mundy while still in high
school. After playing in many bands, in every genre that caught their interest,
the two decided together to focus on the country music that was closest to their
hearts. Jody is a skilled, evocative songwriter, able to capture a wide range
of emotion and experience in his songs, and in 2007, was one of only 12
songwriters chosen to participate in Jeffery Steele’s Songwriting Bootcamp in
Nashville. His strong vocals recall the best of country’s old-school stylists,
with a broad range and emotional delivery.

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Mark Mundy (lead guitar & vocals)was born into music, he
says. “My parents, brother, cousins, grandparents, and even my
great-grandfather were all musicians.” Though he first learned music in
bluegrass groups, rock & roll and country music, the electric guitar became
his true calling. After a tour in the US Army, he dove head first into
performing in bands, including Allgood, The Urban Shakedancers, The Hooplas, and
many others. “I am happier with this line-up of musicians than I have ever
been,” says Mark about Across The Wide. As you listen, you can easily hear his
eclectic list of influences including Tony Rice, Doc and Merle Watson, Eddie
Van Halen, and George Harrison, to name a few.



Showtimes:  7:30 pm  and 9:30pm   Tickets:
 $20.  For tickets, call
855.5.VELVET or go to http://thevelvetnote.com/across-the-wide

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