JO DEE MESSINA LAUNCHES INSPIRATIONAL “MAKE SOMETHING OF IT” SERIES VIA USTREAM

The Internet could use some sunshine.

Multi-platinum and award-winning country singer/songwriter JO DEE MESSINA began shining a little light on the digital world today (Tuesday, April 6) with the debut of her brand new inspirational USTREAM series, “MAKE SOMETHING OF IT WITH JO DEE MESSINA.”

As of Tuesday April 6, 2010, JO DEE began broadcasting “MAKE SOMETHING OF IT” via a live USTREAM feed on her official web site (http://www.jodeemessina.com).  It can be seen every Tuesday and Thursday during the month of April.

“MAKE SOMETHING OF IT” showcases inspiring, uplifting and positive stories actually submitted by fans. On the site, fans are allowed direct input for the show's discussion topics by sending emails or videos here: http://www.jodeemessina.com/podcast/. These include personal tales of gratitude and empowerment, photos and letters about people who are making a difference in the world, dedication and shout-out requests and any questions that fans may have. If fans want to share a story about a personal triumph or request a shout-out for a family member in service overseas, they can. If they'd like to highlight someone truly making a difference in the world, they've got the forum courtesy of JO DEE MESSINA.

About “MAKE SOMETHING OF IT,” JO DEE comments, "The reason for this show is to give folks something inspiring instead of turning on the TV and hearing negative and depressing stories constantly. The show is created by the people for the people. Their input is crucial. Everyone deserves to be heard, and I'm excited to give the world a forum to potentially be inspired by."

JO DEE will address these topics live twice every week on her site, featuring these "Pay It Forward"-style stories. The topics will typically be light-hearted and inspirational fare; however, she will also address some hot button issues such as the subject of the Tuesday, April 6 installment, a story entitled "Does God Have a Future." Broadcast directly from her personal studio that she and her husband Chris spent the last two weeks building, fans can get closer to JO DEE than ever before.
Head over to JODEEMESSINA.com now to submit your story!

Meanwhile, look for JO DEE to release her first new material in six years on April 27 with the first in a trilogy of EPs to be issued throughout the year.  The initial installment, “Unmistakable: Love”–a nine-track release comprising seven new songs and two live acoustic cuts–will be followed later this year by “Unmistakable: Drive” and “Unmistakable: Inspiration.”  The three EPs include new music that JO DEE co-wrote and co-produced, showing her true colors.  Fans can pre-order the 9-song “Love” EP now at http://www.jodeemessina.com/.  

About Jo Dee Messina
Since breaking onto the music scene in 1996, the multi-platinum and award-winning country singer/songwriter JO DEE MESSINA has scored nine #1 country singles, sold over five million records, received two Grammy nominations and received various CMA and ACM awards.  Her many hits include “Heads Carolina, Tails California,” “Bye Bye,” “I’m Alright,” “Stand Beside Me,” “That’s The Way” and “Bring On The Rain” (a duet with Tim McGraw).  Her self-titled 1996 debut album was certified Gold by the RIAA and featured the single "Heads Carolina, Tails California." With four huge radio hits, her second album I’m Alright was certified double platinum and she won the CMA's Horizon Award in 1999. She was the first female country artist to score three multiple-week #1 songs from the same album. The follow-up album, Burn, was certified platinum. She also scored an adult contemporary hit with "Bring on the Rain," with McGraw on harmonies. In addition to headlining concerts, she also toured with Vince Gill, George Strait and the Judds on their reunion tour. Her fame also led to television roles on “Touched by an Angel” and “Nash Bridges.”