Every week, we round-up new goodies to add to our big pot of prizes, which grows larger in value every week until midnight PST on Feb. 25, 2009, when we will draw one winner - and that one winner takes it all! The winner will personally receive their prizes from Blend Magazine Editors - Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith.

Look through the Prizes: Prizes now valued at $2,175!!
PRIZES THIS WEEK: Wine & Music!!

$50 Gift Certificate from Callaghan Vineyards - Callaghan Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery located in the rolling oak-dotted hills of southeastern Arizona. Founded in 1990, Callaghan Vineyards has earned its superb reputation for consistently producing outstanding, rich, complex red and white wines from its 25 acre vineyard. Mediterranean and Spanish varietals - Tempranillo, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah and Grenache - are the basic building blocks for their red blends, while Viognier and Riesling are blended for their estate white wine. This prize features a $50 gift certificate from Callaghan Vineyards. 

Book: Historic Photos of the Opry: Ryman Auditorium 1974 - From its construction in 1892, the Ryman Auditorium, named for riverboat captain Thomas G. Ryman, has been an integral part of America’s cultural fabric. Published by Turner Publishing, with photography and text by Jim McGuire, Historic Photos of the Opry rediscovers a fascinating chapter in the history of the Grand Ole Opry and its most famous former home. Few of them ever published, more than 100 photographs taken by McGuire in 1974 are showcased here, brought to life through McGuire’s insightful captions. With a foreword by Garrison Keillor and opening remarks by Marty Stuart, Historic Photos of the Opry sheds light on a crucial period in the history of the Ryman Auditorium, the Grand Ole Opry, and country music. Read more and listen to our interview with Jim McGuire about Historic Photos of the Opry. 

2 CD Set from country sensation Lacy J. Dalton – Lacy J. Dalton is one of the most instantly recognizable voices in music - the woman People magazine called “Country’s Bonnie Raitt.” From the first time Lacy J. Dalton caught the public’s ear, that soulful delivery, full of texture and grit, was a mainstay of country music. This prize features two of her latest CDs: Wild Horse Crossing, and The Last Wild Place Anthology. The music is heartfelt, acoustic-based, Americana/Folk and ranges from the quiet introspective to the rollicking good time. Read more and listen to Blend Magazine interviews with Lacy J. Dalton. 

CD: ‘Charmed Life’ by singer/songwriter Jon Roniger - Jon Roniger’s heartfelt roots rock is a truly American slice of songwriting. Adding his unique voice to the lineage of great U.S. artists, Roniger brings to the table music that touches on the human spirit without pretence and with much emotional power. Capturing the passion and power of what it means to be us, his songs are mirrors into which we each can look and see ourselves. This prize features his latest CD – Charmed Life. Read more and listen to our interviews with Jon Roniger. 


CD: ‘In the Grain’ by guitarist Darin Mahoney – After guitarist Darin Mahoney emerged from a medically induced coma he was still unable to form even the simplest chords with his fingers. And still, with that, Mahoney had to consider himself lucky: By all rights, and by his own doctor's admission, he shouldn't have been alive at all. Listeners will find that harrowing tale among the many facets of one artist's complex journey in the notes and tones on ‘In the Grain’ (Rexomatic Productions), Mahoney's first full-length recording. Read more and listen to our interview with Darin Mahoney. 

CD: ‘Only So Fast’ by Steve Smith & Hard Road – ‘Only So Fast’ is the latest album from Steve Smith & Hard Road, and features nine vocals and three instrumentals ranging from hard driving Bluegrass and Old-time to modern acoustic music and features the vocal compositions of the award winning songwriting team of Chris Sanders and Steve Smith. Stellar fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar and bass work are highlights throughout. Read more about Steve Smith & Hard Road.
 

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