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August 05, 2008
OTTOMANIA HITS GAC!
James and his devoted fans, the Ottomaniacs, get a much-deserved shout out on GAC. Check out the full article HERE!
July 30, 2008
OTTO PLAYS THE OPRY
James Otto will be performing at THE Grand Ole Opry in Nashville on August 5th! Get your tickets HERE! And be sure to look for Otto in upcoming issues of People and Country Weekly!
July 22, 2008
SOAR BENEFIT CONCERT
MuzikMafia & Friends travel to Spartanburg, South Carolina on Aug. 23 to perform a benefit concert for the amazing kids and staff of SOAR Academy! CLICK HERE to learn more about the special needs school. Show & Ticket Info.
July 08, 2008
GRETCHEN NEEDS OUR HELP!
Godmother Gretchen has made it to the Final 3 on ESPN's "Battle of the Bands" and Final Round voting is now open! We need every Soldier out there to VOTE Gretchen. Here's how ...
June 24, 2008
JOIN JAMES IN JAMAICA!
James Otto is performing an intimate concert at the Beaches Negril Resort & Spa in Jamaica and YOU can join him! Otto and other artists will be participating in the concert and festivities in late August. LEARN MORE & BOOK NOW!
June 23, 2008
SCORE A TOUCHDOWN VS. OTTO!
Play Madden NFL 08 with James Otto! If you're an Xbox LIVE Gold member, send a friend request to the following Gamertag "GWF - James Otto" and be online 1/2 an hour before (130 PM/ET); the "Game with Fame" session starts on Sunday, 6/29 at 2PM/ET.
June 03, 2008
HELP CELEBRATE OTTO'S #1!
Come celebrate James Otto's FIRST #1 with us at Limelight in Nashville. Thursday nights party kicks off at 6PM, with James performing at 11PM. To check out all Otto's CMA Fest week appearances CLICK HERE!
May 27, 2008
MUZIKMAFIA & CROWN ROYAL STORM MEMPHIS
Join us Friday, June 6th at the historic New Daisy Theater in Memphis, TN! Show starts at 11PM!
May 06, 2008
NUMBER ONE!!!
James Otto now officially has the #1 song in the entire country! Congratulations Brother James, and a special thanks to all you Soldiers who helped makes this happen!
April 30, 2008
REVIEW SUNSET MAN
Thanks to all of you, "Sunset Man" is flying out of the gates (View Charts). Let the world know what you think of James' new CD!
Review at iTunes & Review at Amazon.
April 10, 2008
MuzikMafia Storms San Francisco
Join James Otto, Jon Nicholson, Shannon Lawson, Damien Horne and friends in San Fran on Tuesday April 15th at 11PM as we celebrate Tax Day w/ 3 Doors Down. BUY TICKETS NOW!
April 07, 2008
Otto CD Release Party
James Otto's long-awaited album "Sunset Man" comes out on April 8th, and we want you to help us celebrate at 12th & Porter on April 9th! Stick around afterwards for some muzik from Damien Horne and friends.
March 19, 2008
OTTO RUNS IN PEPSI 300!
James Otto and the MuzikMafia will be featured on Mike Harmon's #84, this Saturday March 22nd at 2PM/ct on ESPN2! Go, Otto, go! DETAILS & PICS!
March 16, 2008
PICK OTTO'S NEXT HIT!
With the amazing job y'all did helping make "Just Got Started Lovin' You" a TOP 10 HIT, James Otto wants your help choosing his next radio release! VOTE NOW!
February 29, 2008
OTTO AT THE OPRY
James performs this Saturday Night at the Grand Ole Opry, which will be shown live on GAC 8PM/ET! BUY TICKETS!
February 24, 2008
OTTO IPOD GIVEAWAY
James is giving away an iPod Touch to a random Ottomaniac who adds "Just Got Started Lovin' You" to their MySpace page. VIEW JAMES' INVITE!
February 19, 2008
MUZIKMAFIA LIVE TUESDAY
Join us Tuesday night, February 19th as the MuzikMafia performs LIVE at Club Elevation in Nashville. You Never Know Who's Gonna Show. 10PM, FREE Show!
February 18, 2008
TOP 20, BABY!
"Just Got Started Lovin' You" has reached the Top 20 on the radio charts! Congratulations Brother James! Watch The Video HERE!
February 11, 2008
VOTE FOR OTTO ON GAC
James' new video "Just Got Started Lovin' You" is now nominated for GAC's TOP 20 Country Countdown. VOTE DAILY!
February 11, 2008
OTTO ON CMT.COM!
CMT has added "Just Got Started Lovin' You" to it's video rotation! Check it out on CMT.com!
February 08, 2008
MAFIA STORMS THE BORO
MuzikMafia travels a few miles south on Hwy 24 TONIGHT, for a special show at The Bluesboro in Murfreesboro, TN! DETAILS.
February 05, 2008
OTTO VIDEO ON ITUNES
Download "Just Got Started Lovin' You" on iTunes! DOWNLOAD.
February 01, 2008
GONE COUNTRY'S RICH RATINGS
Thanks to everybody who tuned into Gone Country last week - you made it a HUGE success! Catch Episode 2 tonight at 8/7c on CMT!
January 15, 2008
NEW VIDEO ALERT!
James Otto's debut video "Just Got Started Lovin' You" is on CMT.com right now! WATCH!
January 15, 2008
The Mafia Is 'Lovin' You'!
Thanks all of you for helping James Otto reach #32 on the most recent radio charts with his new single “Just Got Started Lovin’ You”! Let's get 'em to Top 20!
January 15, 2008
GONE COUNTRY PREMIERE
Tune in OR set those Tivo's for tonight at 8/7c, cuz CMT's "Gone Country" is something you're not gonna want to miss! DETAILS.
January 08, 2008
USA Today Lovin' Otto
Check out USA Today's review of James! Scroll down page to READ REVIEW!
January 06, 2008
James Otto Unplugged
Catch James Otto and Shannon Lawson performing "Just Got Started Lovin' You" and others LIVE on CMT.com. WATCH!
January 02, 2008
MuzikMafia In Muscle Shoals Tickets
Only TWO DAYS LEFT to pickup your tickets for MuzikMafia in Muscle Shoals, Alabama as we help celebrate Sam Phillips Week on Saturday, Jan. 5th 2008 at 8PM. You never know who's gonna show! BUY TICKETS NOW!
December 31, 2007
Happy New Years!
The MuzikMafia Family would like to wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe New Years! We'll see ya next year!
December 22, 2007
MuzikMafia Stocking Stuffers!
Fill your sleigh with goodies from the MuzikMafia Store including New Merchandise AND 2008 Wall Calendars!
December 17, 2007
Otto Webisodes
Check out James Otto's brand new webisodes on his MySpace page, chroniciling his life on the road and stage! Episode 3 is now up! Watch.
December 07, 2007
Vegas, Baby
Anywhere near Vegas? James Otto will be rockin the strip this week for THREE nights with Mafia buds Big & Rich and Cowboy Troy. SHOW DETAILS.
November 30, 2007
Better Life Benefit Concert
Join us on 12/1 in Biloxi, MS as our friends 3 Doors Down host their annual jam to benefit children's charities and victims of Katrina. Features Sara Evans, members of MuzikMafia and other special guests!
November 14, 2007
Muscle Shoals To Music Row Webcast
In case you missed it, our friends at Speakerheart are rebroadcasting Nicholson, Otto and Lawson's performance from Muscle Shoals last week! WATCH.
November 07, 2007
Muscle Shoals To Music Row This Thursday
James Otto, Shannon Lawson and Jon Nicholson will be representin' MuzikMafia style on 11/8 in Muscle Shoals, AL. Tune into the LIVE WEBCAST Thursday night!
October 29, 2007
Otto To Rock City Hall
James Otto will be rockin' City Hall in Nashville on Monday, November 5th at 7:30PM. Also performing Lady Antebellum, Jennifer Hanson, Jypsi and Chuck Wicks. Come early, James plays first!
October 21, 2007
CMT's Gone Country Finale Taping!
Join John Rich, Bobby Brown, Sisqo, Marcia Brady and more at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville for the grand finale of CMT's "Gone Country." Thursday, 10/25, 7PM (Doors 5:30PM). FREE SHOW!
October 17, 2007
MuzikMafia This Friday Night!
Join us this Friday Night at Fuel on 2nd Avenue for a special MuzikMafia, to be filmed by CMT. Show starts at 9PM!
September 27, 2007
Otto Performs at NASCAR in KC!
James Otto will be performing TONIGHT on The Plaza at Kanas City Speedweek at 7:45PM, and will also sing the national anthem before a nationally televised NASCAR race on ESPN2 at 3:30PM on Saturday, September 29th!
September 14, 2007
Watch NASHVILLE Tonight!
Godfather Gierman and James Otto (wrote theme song) are participating in a new reality series, "Nashville," which begins tonight on FOX at 9/8c. DETAILS.
August 30, 2007
Otto Backyard BBQ Contest Extended!
Win a Budweiser Backyard BBQ with James Otto! Enter until September 15th DETAILS.
August 29, 2007
Darfur Letter-Writing Contest
Big & Rich and the MuzikMafia would like you to become a Voice For Darfur! From now until September 15th, we will be holding a contest which encourages you and your friends to write your local congressman regarding the crisis in Darfur. Whoever collects and mails the most letters wins a trip to Nashville and a chance to hang out with Big Kenny! ENTER NOW!
August 27, 2007
Miles & Music For Kids II
On Sunday, September 30th Dierks Bentley is hosting his annual ride for the Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, "Miles and Music for Kids." The ride will be taking off from Harley-Davidson of Cool Springs and doing a scenic route around to Loveless Café, followed by a jam behind the café. DETAILS.
July 31, 2007
Otto Radio Tour
James Otto is out on the road, personally delivering his debut single, "Just Got Started Loving You" to radio stations across the country. Check out a detailed account of his adventures with buddy Shannon Lawson! OTTO BLOG
July 24, 2007
Madison MuzikMafia TONIGHT!
Jon Nicholson, James Otto, Shannon Lawson and Friends will be rockin Riley's Tavern, MuzikMafia style TONIGHT in Madison/Verona, WI. 8PM. Stop by if you are in or around the area!
July 19, 2007
Submit Your Photos!
Have photos with you and your favorite Mafia member? Let's see em! Send to info@muzikmafia.com!
July 18, 2007
Muscle Shoals Photo Gallery
Check out exclusive photos from the MuzikMafia performance in Muscle Shoals, Alabama! NEW PHOTOS
July 15, 2007
ALERT: MM Radio Special!
Tune into MuzikMafia Radio RIGHT NOW to hear James Otto, Jon Nicholson and Shannon Lawson LIVE in-studio on Q106-Madison! LISTEN
June 14, 2007
MuzikMafia In Hollywood!
The MuzikMafia will be performing at the Keyclub in Hollywood on Tuesday, June 19th, with special guests! This is one show you won't want to miss. BUY TICKETS!
June 09, 2007
MuzikMafia Plays L.A. VIP Experience
The MuzikMafia will be storming Hollywood next week, and we’re auctioning off VIP passes to a few lucky super-fans! Package includes passes to Big & Rich’s 6/18 performance on the Tonight Show! BID NOW.
June 05, 2007
CMA Fest Schedule
Country music's biggest fan celebration kicks this week and the MuzikMafia will be representin' big time.
MM ARTIST APPEARANCES
TICKETS & INFO
May 24, 2007
Blackjack With John Rich
A few lucky Soldiers were dealt blackjack and cocktails by JR at his home recently.
NEW PHOTO GALLERY!
May 07, 2007
John Anderson Listening Party
Check out John Anderson's new album, "Easy Money," live on CMT.com, with songs written by John Rich, Shannon Lawson, Cowboy Troy, James Otto and John Phillips! LISTEN
April 20, 2007
Darfur Movie Screening
Please join us for a special screening of "The Devil Came On Horseback" on April 25-26 in Nashville (Green Hills Cinema 16).
April 20, 2007
Win An Autographed Guitar!
Add Berklee Music Online as one of your MySpace friends and you'll automatically be entered to win an acoustic guitar signed by all your favorite MuzikMafia artists!
April 09, 2007
Outlaw Country w/ Otto & Lawson
Earl Brown (HBO's Deadwood) interviewed Otto & Lawson at MuzikMafia Headquarters for an upcoming special on Sirius' Outlaw Country on April 21st at 8PM ET.
March 26, 2007
MuzikMafia Hosts Jewel
Tuesday, March 27th at FUEL in downtown Nashville, 10PM.
March 23, 2007
Otto Plays Vegas
James Otto has been selected by the Academy of Country Music to perform at this year's ACM Awards in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 12th (Fremont Street Stage). James will also be rockin' the annual Motorcycle Rally the following day.
March 11, 2007
3 DOORS DOWN AT CLUB ELEVATION TUESDAY NIGHT!
3 Doors Down and MuzikMafia join forces to ROCK Elevation (formerly Code Blue) Tuesday Night at 10PM. FREE SHOW!
March 04, 2007
MUZIKMAFIA LIVE TONIGHT!
Join us Tonight at Elevation (formerly Code Blue). You Never Know Who's Gonna Show. 10PM.
February 26, 2007
MuzikMafia Tonight at FUEL!
Join us Downtown tonight at Fuel on 2nd Ave. You Never Know Who's Gonna Show. FREE!
January 28, 2007
John Anderson Album Preview!
Catch the John Anderson Album Preview Radio Special this week only from 11AM-1PM ET on MuzikMafia Radio. Special commentary by John Rich and Blake Shelton. LISTEN
January 20, 2007
GAC New Years Eve Photos!
Check out Part One & Two of exclusive behind-the-scenes shots from the MuzikMafia New Year's bash on GAC! NEW PHOTOS!
January 14, 2007
MuzikMafia Mobile Fan Club
Get the latest inside information from Mafia Headquarters before anyone else. Text "MMNews" to 64724 and join the MuzikMafia Mobile Fan Club NOW!
January 02, 2007
MuzikMafia to Muscle Shoals
The MuzikMafia will be performing a special event for a limited crowd to honor a rock and roll hall of fame legend, Sam Phillips, founder of Sun Records. THERE ARE ONLY 100 TICKETS LEFT!, GET YOUR TICKET HERE
January 01, 2007
MMTV Episode 9 on CMT Loaded
This week Deanna Kay brings us a Tuesday Night performance by John Anderson, John Rich, Shannon Lawson & Big Kenny, and a behind-the-scenes look at James Otto's acting debut in Roadhouse 2! WATCH NOW
December 24, 2006
MuzikMafia New Year's Eve Party!
Join Big & Rich and the whole Mafia Family for a New Year's Eve celebration like you've never seen before. Tune in Dec. 31st at 9PM et on GAC!
December 12, 2006
MMTV Episode VIII
This week Host Deanna Kay brings you John Anderson and John Rich performing "Swingin'" live on a Tuesday Night, and a spotlight on Shanna Crooks. TUNE IN NOW!
December 09, 2006
The Otto Show
Monday, December 11th. 12th & Porter. 7PM. Join James for a night of holiday cheer and southern ROCK. Details
November 19, 2006
New MuzikMafia Auction Site!
Bid on exclusive VIP tickets, one-of-a-kind John & Granny Rich clothing, autographed guitars, Cowboy Troy headwear and more! BID NOW
November 18, 2006
MuzikMafia Live Tuesday
Come Celebrate with us at the Mercy Lounge this Tuesday November 28th at 9PM CST as Big & Rich, Gretchen Wilson, and the rest of the family inducts John Anderson into the MuzikMafia, special performances by all. You don't want to miss this one!
November 17, 2006
Vote For the Top Videos of 2006
Mafia members-a-plenty are nominated for GAC's Top Videos of 2006, so VOTE NOW and vote daily!
October 30, 2006
MuzikMafia Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 31st. 12th & Porter. 10PM. Cash prize for best costume!
October 05, 2006
Gary Nichols Single
Longtime Mafia friend, Gary Nichols, has recorded and released a new song penned by James Otto and John Rich. Look out for "I Can't Love You Anymore" on radios and televisions now.
October 01, 2006
Otto Show Joins NASCAR
James Otto's "Ain't Gonna Stop" has been selected to be part of EA Sports' "NASCAR 2007" video game. Getchoosome of that!
August 26, 2006
Otto & Lawson Entertain The Troops
Our lastest installment of MuzikMafia TV features James Otto, Shannon Lawson, Two-Foot Fred and Godfather Gierman as they visit the troops at an undisclosed location in South Dakota. Watch.
August 23, 2006
New Merchandise!
We're very proud to announce two new additions to the MuzikMafia Store: White Distressed T & Ladies Mafia Bling T. Both are guarenteed to keep you lookin' and feelin' cool this summer!
August 21, 2006
Buds n' Suds 2007 TONIGHT
Buds n' Suds celebrates its 10TH YEAR with a little help from BILLY JOE SHAVER, JON NICHOLSON and Friends. Join us Tuesday, August 21st at Mercy Lounge in Nashville. Proceeds benefit the Chron's & Colitis Foundation. DETAILS.
August 10, 2006
Buds n' Suds 2006
The 9th year of music, auctions, prizes and canoe fun is upon us. Buds n' Suds 2006 kicks off 8/22 with a par-tay at Mercy Lounge, followed by a day of canoe frolicking on 8/26.
July 28, 2006
Roadhouse 2
James Otto and his band, featuring Shannon Lawson, Two-Foot Fred and Shanna Crooks, co-star in the sequel to Roadhouse. Rent or PICK UP a copy today!
July 26, 2006
NEW AUCTION ITEM! On The Road With MuzikMafia
Ever wondered what life is like on the road with the MuzikMafia? Here's your chance. One lucky winner and a friend will win their very own bunk spaces on a tour bus, following Gretchen Wilson and Big & Rich to their concerts! BID NOW
July 09, 2006
New Soldiers Lounge!
The Godfathers would like to welcome y'all to check out the new Mafia Soldiers Lounge! Kick back, put your feet up, say hello to your neighbor and spread the love of muzik-a. Click HERE!
June 20, 2006
Otto & Lawson Open Up 3 Doors Down
James Otto and Shannon Lawson played a killer opening set for our friends 3 Doors Down Tuesday night at Exit/In in Nashville. The 3 Doors set featured special guest Sara Evans on the band's hit "Here Without You." Stay tuned to MMTV for exclusive footage of the performance!
June 05, 2006
2006 CMA Music Festival
CMA Music Festival kicks off June 8-11 in Nashville. In addition to special peformances by MuzikMafia members at Hard Rock Cafe, the Mafia will once again have a pimped out booth within the Convention Center. Click HERE for details on artist signings and shows.
June 04, 2006
Tuesday Night CD Release Party!
Join us Tuesday night as we make a little noise to celebrate the release of Big & Rich and Cowboy Troy's new albums! 6PM, Mercy Lounge, Nashville.
May 26, 2006
The Otto "Hard Rock" Show
James Otto and his MuzikMafia Brothers and Sisters will be tearing up the Nashville Hard Rock Cafe for a series of shows June 8-10. Others scheduled to perform include Bobby Pinson, John Corbett, Brett James, Rivers Rutherford and Carolyn Dawn Johnson. Check On Tour for details.
May 20, 2006
Otto Busts Into Fort Knox
James Otto will be hitting the stage with Mafia Brothers Big & Rich and Cowboy Troy on June 2nd in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Also performing will be Shanna Crooks.
May 14, 2006
Free Vegas Show
Big & Rich, Cowboy Troy, Jon Nicholson, James Otto, Shannon Lawson, Two Foot Fred and Rachel Kice are among the artists who will perform a FREE show in Las Vegas on May 21 at the Fremont Street Experience.
May 14, 2006
Ride Through The Desert
Godfathers Gierman and Nicholson, James Otto and Two-Foot Fred will be cruisin' through the desert outside of Vegas as part of the Academy of Country Music Motorcycle Ride. The ACM benefit takes place on May 21st and also features such country luminaries as Keith Urban, Montgomery Gentry and the Van Zant brothers.
March 20, 2006
Otto Git's-R-Done
James Otto performs "The Breeze" in the new movie, "Larry The Cable Guy: Health Inspector." Otto joins music superstars Montgomery Gentry, Blue Oyster Cult, Foreigner, Loverboy and Aretha Franklin on an absolutely killer soundtrack. Pick er up via the link below!
March 18, 2006
Otto and Lawson at Tin Pan South
James Otto and Shannon Lawson will be performing their latest and greatest songs at this year's Tin Pan South. They'll be rockin' and rollin' starting at 6:30PM on Wednesday, March 29 @ Mercy Lounge in Nashville.
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