PovertyNeck Hillbillies Announce Departure From Rust Records

(Nashville, Tennessee) Due to the current restructuring of Rust Records, The PovertyNeck Hillbillies have announced their departure from the label's artist roster.

The band, which includes Abby Abbondanza, Chris Higbee, Dave Cramer, Ryan Lucotch, Jeff Volek and David Guthrie, has established great success as a young act.

Prior to their relationship with Rust Records, the band released two albums entitled Don't Look Back and Hillbillies State of Mind. These albums sold over 50,000 copies, largely due to the Hillbillies' devoted fan base in the northeast.

In 2006, the group released their Rust Records debut album, a CD/DVD package that included footage from a syndicated WQED/PBS concert special. During this past year's CMA Music Festival, the album was the 3rd top seller, only being outsold by Carrie Underwood and Phil Vassar. They also took the title of top independent seller for the week.

Their "Mr. Right Now" video, featuring Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger, was in the GAC Top 20 Countdown for a total of thirteen weeks, eight of which were #2.

The band continues to hold an exclusive representation agreement with the Nashville based agency, Buddy Lee Attractions, Inc. (BLA). They are now being managed by Shawn Pennington who may be reached at 615-491-8285 or scpenn@mac.com.

The band continues to have a heavy tour schedule and an upcoming album is already in the works. While no obligation to Rust Records exists, management is currently seeking new opportunities.

CONTACT:
Christy Walker - AristoMedia - 615-269-7071 ext. 123 - cwalker@aristomedia.com
Shawn Pennington - 615-491-8285 - scpenn@mac.com