December 20, 2006 Mommy Kissing Santa Claus...
Dancin' & Singin' - Dallas, TX
This morning at 9:30 a.m. Central Time in Dallas, Texas... Singer/songwriter Julie Ingram sang & danced with Santa as he stopped by to pick up a shipment of gifts to get to Kansas & Tennessee on-time for the holidays. Of course. . . it ended with a KISS! (husband's beware)
Remember Julie's KIDS- THAT'S WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT as a stocking stuffer. It includes three great X-mas songs for all ages to enjoy all year! Watch for Julie's new album Keep On Believin' to be released in 2007.
Julie Ingram Places 3rd at Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's "On Target For A Cure" - Singer and songwriter Julie Ingram proved that she was more than her moniker LongShot Girl as she brought home a sparkling silver 3rd place belt buckle in the lady’s division from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's On Target For A Cure Sporting Clays Tournament. Julie gunned down clay targets for a score of a whopping 46. The first place winner had a score of 72 .
The event was a huge success, raising $280,000 for blood cancer research, patient aid and education. The three-day tournament began with a sporting dinner on Thursday, October 12 at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas. More than180 patrons and underwriters attended the dinner, complete with a cocktail reception and live auction. Featured auction items included amazing donated items such as diamond earrings and a safari in Africa. The tournament continued on Friday at Elm Fork Shotgun Sports, where $7,500 and up sponsors practiced on the shooting range one day prior to the actual tournament. On Saturday, the event concluded after an all-day clay shoot-out, followed by a demonstration by All-American Beretta Athlete Scott Robertson.
November 15, 2006 LongShot Girl Recoups with the “Call” of the Wild - Center, TX
While most women are pulling on giblets for Thanksgiving, singer and
songwriter Julie Ingram (a.k.a. LongShot Girl) will be pulling the trigger of
a shotgun as she spends the holiday relaxing and recouping at the Hawkeye
Hunting Club in Center, Texas. Prior to giving her pipes a rest, Julie plans to belt out a few of
her trademark turkey calls (click here to hear one) to flush holiday dinner
out of the bushes.
Pictured: Julie Ingram takes a break.
November 15 , 2006 A Dog Gone Good Time
Never one to pass up a good soiree, Julie Ingram, a.k.a. LongShot Girl, recently returned from Nashville where she attended the 2006 EMI Music Publishing Hot Dog Party.
“The Hot Dog Party is a tradition that has been going on for more than 30 years as a way for songwriters to come together in a laid back, picnic-like atmosphere,” said Makin’ Music’s Chris Dodson. “And it just would not have been a party without Julie! That’s why we invited her to spend time with her fellow writers and some of the biggest musicians in the business.”
Among those enjoy dogs and company with Julie were Charlie Monk and Frank Wainwright.
September 7, 2006 Ingram "Keeps On Believin'"
During her first recording session in Nashville for her upcoming radio single, Dallas singer-songwriter Julie Ingram, a.k.a. "LongShot Girl," noticed quite a commotion at her hotel. She was greeted by TV cameras and protesters, and taken up the driveway via golf cart through a series of security checkpoints.
"What a way to welcome a recording artist," quipped Ingram. But it turns out all the hype was for a different guest who is rumored to be real estate shopping & possibly Julie's neighbor in Dallas - President George W. Bush.
Currently recording her new album at Curb Studios in Nashville, LongShot recording artist Julie Ingram has teamed up with producers Chris Dodson and Jeff Tweel of Makin' Music. Her single will go out to radio in January, and the album will be ready for a March release date.
"I'm extremely excited about this new venture, and can't wait for my fans to hear my new Nashville sound . . . as this will be the very first time I've ever recorded someone else's music. . . also using all topnotch Nashville songwriters & Nashville musicians is tough to beat" states Ingram.
The new album entitled "Keep On Believin'" is about relationships. Good, bad, cheating and loving . . . all wrapped up in one. This album will also explore the challenge of one woman's perseverance to fulfill a life long dream in Country Music.
You can pre-order the CD through her online store.
April 24, 2006 Leadership Music Digital Summit - Nashville, TN
The second annual Leadership Music Digital Summit, staged April 18 in the Curb Event Center at Nashville's Belmont University, attracted more than 400 registrants, panelists and participants to its day-long seminar dedicated to the business, creative and legal issues of digital music.
Roundtable panelists included Jon Potter, Executive Director, Digital Media Association-DIMA; Andy Moss, Senior Director/Technical Policy, Entertainment & Devices Division, Microsoft; panel co-moderator Ted Cohen, Senior Vice President, Digital Development & Distribution, EMI; Mitch Bainwol, Chairman & CEO, RIAA; panel co-moderator Tamara Conniff, Executive Editor, Billboard; David Israelite, President & CEO, National Music Publishers Association; Fred Cannon, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, BMI; Marybeth Peters, Register of Copyrights, U.S. Copyrights Office; Bart Herbison, Executive Director, NSAI; and Jay Cooper, entertainment lawyer, Greenberg Traurig LLP and representing RAC. Photo credit: Belmont University
LongShot Records was one of Goodie Bag Sponsors and gave all attendees this special edition DVD along with a shot glass and Julie's 5-pack CD collection.
Through seven panels and presentations, dozens of national authorities on the subject of technology as it directly relates to music addressed intellectual property issues, digital broadcasting and new radio models, online music marketing, wireless mobile music and entertainment, new products and consumer trends.
BMI's Fred Cannon, Senior VP of Government Relations, participated in the "Ins and Outs of IP" roundtable devoted to intellectual property policies, digital rights management and governmental involvement.
According to conference co-chairs Lori Badgett, Vice President of SunTrust Bank, and Fletcher Foster, Senior Vice President of Capitol Records Nashville, the theme of the day emerged in the opening roundtable devoted to intellectual property, with representatives from content creators, distribution companies and rights organizations engaging in a lively discussion of ownership, royalties and legislation.
The Leadership Music Digital Summit was produced in partnership with the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business at Belmont University's Curb Event Center. Microsoft Corporation on behalf of Windows Media Playsforsure was Platinum sponsor of the event for the second year.
Leadership Music is an educational non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to nurture a knowledgeable, issue-oriented community of music industry professionals through an annual educational program and events.
February 27 , 2006 Dallas, TX
Texas took Nashville by storm during the recent 37th Annual Country Radio Seminar, recently dubbed "Country Radio Week". Dallas own LongShot recording artist and CEO Julie Ingram attended the festivities, joining the likes of fellow Texans and country crooners Sonny Burgess and Todd Gritsch. During the festivities it was announced Sonny Burgess will be a featured performer at the 2006 CMA Music Festival in June.
"Retired General Tommy Franks gave the keynote address…", stated Julie. "He's the best speaker I've seen. Besides having one of the most infectious laughs, he makes everyone feel good and proud to be an American!"
Julie was in Nashville promoting her new single "You Never Know." For more information www.longshotgirl.com.
Photo: Country artists Sonny Burgess, Julie Ingram and Todd Fritsch
February 13 , 2006 Dallas, TX
As reported in AllAboutCountry, Longshot Records Julie Ingram is in Los Angeles for Grammy Week.
Julie joined more than 2000 guests at special dinner honoring Grammy-winning icon James Taylor as Musicare’s Person of the Year. Performances included India.Arie, Jackson Browne, David Crosby, the Dixie Chicks, Dr. John Carole King, Alison Krauss, Taj Mahal, Randy Newman, Bonnie Raitt, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen and James Taylor himself.
“It was an honor to be in the company of such greats…” gushed Julie. “Carole King & James Taylor have always been my absolute idols! I like it better than Grammy Night. You get to mix and mingle with celebrities over dinner and a fabulous silent auction. After dinner they auctioned off a trip on the world famous Onassis yacht “Christina O” for $75,000.”
Proceeds from the annual Person of the Year tribute provide essential support for MusiCares' Financial Assistance Program, which ensures that music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need. For more information, please visit www.musicares.com.
Photo: Dallas Artist and entourage arrives on the Red Carpet.
February 13 , 2006 Dallas, TX
Check out Julie's first LongShot Newsletter a compilation of all her activites in 2005.
December 6 , 2005 Dallas, TX
NOW AVAILABLE-LongShot Records presents singer/songwriter Julie Ingram all wrapped up in one big package for this holiday season. First time available to the public with an interactive interview for those future "Letterman & Leno's" out there. LongShot Girl, Endurance, Kids That's What It's All About, YOU and X-mas Kick-Off C.D.'s can be ordered from our online store.
November 15 , 2005 New York , NY
Prior to the Country Music Awards recently held in New York City, Dallas' singer/songwriter Julie Ingram signed autographs at the Executive Lounge of The New York Palace Hotel.
Friends from Dallas flocked to NYC for the music awards including University Park fans Trish Turrentine and Brian Turrentine who sponsored the JP Morgan-Chase box at Madison Square Gardens. Also in the crowd were Midge & Ham Richardson and BJ Langer-Broas & Madeline Wisnowsk.
November 13 , 2005 New York , NY
Recently in New York City for the Country Music Awards, Dallas’ own singer songwriter Julie Ingram brushed shoulders on the red carpet with the likes of Keith Urban, Bon Jovi, Dolly Parton, Kenny Chesney, Gretchen Wilson and many more.
Currently promoting her new single You Never Know, Julie made several pre-awards show appearances, including an impromptu performance at the famed Colorado Café in New Jersey. A packed nightclub, guests two-stepped, line danced and tush-pushed on the dance floor along as Julie performed her recently recorded songs.
September 6 , 2005 Dallas, TX
Julie was recently featured in an issue of Park Cities People. Here is the aricle reprinted with permission from Park Cities People.
Song Bird
Name: Julie (Wullschleger) Ingram Age: 45 My job: singer/songwriter What's in my purse/bag lip gloss, powder compact, eye drops, Starbucks breath mints, Oxy wipes or Shout, driver's license, handgun license, American Express, notepad, and pen In my CD changer/iPod myself--I practice while driving, Joe Nichols, Rod Stewart, and comedian Jeff Foxworthy Last movie I saw:The Tall Men, a western with Clark Gable Book that I'm reading:Younger Next Year by Chris Crowley and Dr. Henry Lodge and 1,000 Places to See Before You Die by Patricia Schultz I continually buy: shoes and sunglasses My favorite place to shop... Highland Park Village For jeans: Elements, Byzantine, St. John's Boutique, or I design my own For shoes: Steven Spodek, St. John's or Neiman Marcus Beauty products: Pure Swiss Skin Care by Arbonne International, Robbi Brown, Chanel cosmetics, Kerastase hair products, Michael Flores Beauty Salon, Carmex, and baby lotion and oil Most recent purchase: three Juicys from Saks at Willow Bend My beauty secrets: Dr. K's super vitamin shots, naps with egg white masks, apple cider vinegar with niacin (it's known for eating fat on a woman's body, and I've taken it for so long I'm scared not to), high protein healthy food drinks, endermologic (never had any lipo and don't believe in it, but love Botox!) I stay in shape by: daily exercise, stretching, regular massages, reflexology In my free time I like to: read and cook From looking at me you wouldn't guess that I: like to hunt quail Word that most defines my personal style: myself
August 26 , 2005 Carthage, TX
Carthage, Texas was the place to be for the Tex Ritter Round-up sponsored by KGAS radio at the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame and the induction ceremony took place that evening. Glenn Sutton, who originally hailed from Carthage took the stage first along with his former wife Lynn Anderson for the platinum album he produced "Rose Garden". Ohter artist Sutton wrote for and had songs recorded by are: Eddy Arnold, Jerry Lee Lewis, Jim Nabors, Andy Griffith, Andy Williams, Rod Stewart, George Jones, Wanda Jackson, Ferlin Husky and Merle Haggard.
Dean Miller (son of Roger Miller) and Julie Ingram at the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame, Carthage, Texas
"If I had my life to live over-I wouldn't have time" -- Roger Miller
"Couldn't have said it better myself!" -- Julie Ingram, after reading Miller's biography
Accepting the award for his father was Dean Miller, son of "King of the Road" legend Roger Miller. "If you haven't read Roger Miller's life history you can't say you know much about music" states Julie who is pictured here with Dean, whom also has a new album out following in his father's footsteps. To find out more go to: www.rogermiller.com.
The 3rd inductee was fiddler Johnny Gimble who grew up on a farm in East Texas and after 50 years is still fiddlin around today with his own group called "Texas Swing". He settled in Dallas in the early 50's with The Big D Jamboree doing TV & radio with Bill & Jim Boyd. As staff fiddler for NBC's "5-star Jubilee" he appeared on "Prairie Home Companion" in Waco and even had his own "Johnny Gimble & the Homefolks" show on KWTX for 3 years. He has been on Austin City Limits more than any other performer and also did "HeeHaw" with The Million Dollar Band. CMA instumentalist of the yr. 3 times and 2 grammy's he was declared a national treasure by the Endowment for the Arts and presented his awards by Hillary Clinton in Washington D.C..
"Jimmy Dean was great" says Ingram "I even had Jimmy Dean sausage for breakfast in his honor!" Born in Plainview, Texas Dean is best known for songs "Bummin' Around" and then he wrote "Big Bad John" and followed with "Dear Ivan", The Cajun Queen and "Pt 109" He made history by being the first country artist to ever play the Las Vegas Strip and he was also a regular actor on the "Daniel Boone Show". He & his singer/songwriter wife Donna Meade have just written the new state song chosen for Virginia's next state anthem. "She was fabulous on stage with him" says Julie whom is married to Carthage native Don Ingram. "If only I could teach my husband to play the piano or sing!".
August 16 , 2005 Dallas, TX
Drew Dunavan, Tiffany Ingram, Corporate Oceanaire Chef Wade Wiestling, Julie and Don Ingram
Dallas singer/songwriter Julie Ingram and family recently returned from New York City where they joined other Dallasites at the famed Beard House for The Oceanaire Seafood Room’s Savoring Seafood Extravaganza. Dallas Oceanaire Seafood Room executive chef Marc Morton accompanied chefs from Minneapolis, Baltimore, Atlanta, San Diego and Miami for the event. Only the finest of chefs across the United States are invited to entertain at The Beard House, and the privilege is considered the highest of honors in the culinary world.
June 22 , 2005 Dallas, TX
Recently in Nashville for The CMA Music Festival "Fan Fair," Dallas' own country singer/songwriter Julie Ingram was in good company signing autographs at Country Music Today Magazine booth. Country superstars (and heartthrobs) Billy Currington and Craig Morgan signed autographs on either side of Julie. "The fans were unbelievable," says Julie, "some had been in line for nearly 4 hours!"
Following the appearance, Julie and "Sammy the Skunk" (a character from Julie's children's album) cruised the streets of Nashville in a "Long Shot Records'" limousine. As Julie passed by the legendary country western bar Tootsie's Orchid Lounge," (where all famous country stars have at one time or another appeared) fans surrounded the car for autographs and shot glasses. Easily recognized on the streets, Julie graced the cover of the Nashville Music Guide for Fan Fair (through the month of June).
Her lastest single Be Proud of Your Flag is also featured on the CD sampler compiled by the popular magazine and Julie is listed as one of the up and coming artists to watch in 2005!
June 21 , 2005 Dallas, TX
Recently in Nashville for The CMA Music Festival "Fan Fair," Dallas' own country singer/songwriter Julie Ingram was in good company signing autographs at Hilton-downtown Nashville.
In town promoting her patriotic single Be Proud of your Flag, Julie was thrilled to find out pilots from the U.S. Navy Marine Strike-Fighter Squadron "The Fabulous Thunderbirds" were staying at the hotel in anticipation of a "fly-over" at that evenings festivities.
Captain's Kevin Mulligan and Nick Johnson of Beufort, South Carolina posed with Julie and awarded her with their emblem "The Fighting Bulldogs."
June 9-12 , 2005 CMA Fan Fest - Nashville, TN
Julie and Jack Bradshaw, Editor, Country Music Today
Julie and Billy Currington
LongShot Records recording artist Julie Ingram autographed for 3 days at the CMA Music Festival in downtown Nashville...formerly known as FAN FAIR. Fans come from all over the world for Country Music's biggest event of the year where the artists and fans mix and mingle on the same level. Signing autographs at the Hilton-Downtown Nashville daily and the Nashville Convention Center in the Country Music Today booth, you can see that Julie & Craig Morgan traded their own autographs as she did with Billy Carrington, whom were both autographing at the same time as Julie. From cowboy hats to guitars, "it's always interesting to see what fans will ask you to autograph, states Ingram. I think by favorite thing this year were two little girls with pillow cases!"
Gracing the cover of the Nashville Music Guide you can read all about Julie in their featured artist section as well as in Country Music Today Magazine as one of the up and coming artists to be watching in 2005! If you're on their subscription list you will receive their music sampler C.D. featuring Julie & 18 other artists such as Miranda Lambert, Billy Dean, Deanna Carter, Shooter Jennings, Derryl Perry, The Grascals and many more.
Craig Morgan and Julie Ingram
June 6 , 2005 Dallas, TX
Known to her fans around the world as the "Long Shot Girl", due to her previous release of the same name, and perhaps because she's also darn good with a shotgun in her hands! Singer/Songwriter Julie Ingram who has written over 200 songs all with unique positive messages will be mingling with her fans and signing autographs every day at the CMA Music Festival in Music City U.S.A. (Nashville, Tennessee). To show her interest and concern for others true emotions she is requesting that all fans write a personal note to her about themselves as they register to receive their FREE souvenir which includes a LongShot Records SHOT GLASS, personalized autographed 8 x 10 photos as well as posters announcing her new upcoming video release of YOU NEVER KNOW.
YOU, Ingram's post 9/11 C.D. follow-up to previous released ENDURANCE album features songs specially written and composed by Ingram with our service men and women in mind. It has generated specific attention to her popular music video BE PROUD OF YOUR FLAG. A standard for years to come, BE PROUD OF YOUR FLAG was filmed on Battleship Texas by famous cinematographer Mr. George Tirl. Julie portrays a Navy enlisted soldier representing the love for one's country through words, music and scenes that bring the American Flag to life.
I'm Proud of you/and all you do /and what you stand for/You stand up for what you believe in./You represent us all./ You're the Flag/or our country/ You fly for freedom/Your dignity shows self respect/In honor of yourself./ Be Proud of Your Flag and what you believe/Be Proud of Your Flag the freedom it breathes/Be Proud of Your Flag/It flies for You!
~~~~ Singer/Songwriter Julie Ingram
Ingram states "We need to keep our next generation in mind & hear this more. Actually stand up for what we believe in as opposed to letting our hyped press and so-called celebrity figures of today influence our kids so much! As responsible adults let's get real and get back to the basics!"
The CMA Music Fest is doing just that by putting the artist's on the same level as the fans during Country Music's biggest party this week in downtown Nashville. Fan Fest Runs June 9th through 12th.
Included as one of Country Music Today's up and coming artists on their latest C.D. sampler you can meet Julie in their booth #616 at the Nashville Convention Center on Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. If you miss her there you can always catch her at the Hilton-Downtown Nashville daily from 5 to 7 p.m. where Julie has built her Fan Fair following the past 5 years....Where they can say,
