Kathleen Edwards To Play Farm Aid

NASHVILLE, TN. (www.kathleenedwards.com) - MapleMusic Recordings' artist Kathleen Edwards is joining the all-star roster at this year's Farm Aid concert. Kathleen will share the stage with John Mellencamp, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, Kenny Chesney, Wilco, Buddy Guy, and recent touring partner Willie Nelson at the event, happening September 18 at Chicago's Tweeter Center.

Kathleen, who released her sophomore album Back To Me in March, recently wrapped a short tour with Aimee Mann. Next up is a stop at the Austin City Limits festival, an American tour with My Morning Jacket and dates in both the UK and Canada. Dates to be announced shortly.

In other news Kathleen's song "Summerlong" will be featured on the official soundtrack to director Cameron Crowe's new film Elizabethtown starring Orlando Bloom and Kirsten Dunst. The soundtrack will be released September 13.

MapleMusic Recordings, home to artists such as Martha Wainwright, The Dears, David Usher and Joel Plaskett, is part of the MapleCore Ltd. family, a company that works with Canadian artists and businesses to create new opportunities through the effective application of technology. MapleMusic Recordings, distributed by Universal Music Group, represents MapleCore's strong commitment to showcasing Canadian talent around the world.