John Rich to Join Presidential Hopeful John McCain and Perform Original Anthem at 'Road to the Convention' Rallies in Pennsylvania and Missouri

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Music star John Rich today announced he will perform 'Raisin' McCain' -- his original song in support of Republican presidential candidate John McCain -- at the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, MN on Sept. 3. In addition to his performance of the rock-infused anthem, Rich is also slated to perform 'Our America' with Gretchen Wilson and Cowboy Troy at the Convention on Sept. 3.

In advance of the Convention, Rich will make special guest appearances with Senator McCain at two official campaign events. Rich will be on-hand at the 'Road to the Convention' rallies outside of Pittsburgh, PA (Aug. 30) and outside of St. Louis, MO (Aug. 31) to fire up voters and offer his endorsement of McCain building up to the nominating convention.

Rich wrote the music and lyrics to 'Raisin' McCain' as a 'fight song' to energize Americans and declare his support. The song celebrates McCain's maverick spirit and is a call-to-action for all Americans to exercise their right to vote. 'Raisin' McCain' is available to the public for free download at www.johnrich.com.

John Rich is a singer, award-winning songwriter and acclaimed producer. The Texas native is most recently known as one half of the multi-platinum Warner Bros. Records duo, Big & Rich. Additionally, Rich served as a judge and mentor on NBC's music competition series 'Nashville Star,' and has returned as the host and judge of CMT's 'Gone Country 2.'

To schedule an interview with John Rich in advance of, or on-site at the Republican National Convention, please contact Courtney McCraw (212-582-0375 / courtney.mccraw@freud.com) or Casey Klurfeld (212-616-5552 / casey.klurfeld@freud.com).

     PERFORMANCE DETAILS:
     Saturday, August 30th
     Road to the Convention Rally
     with Senator John McCain
     and Cindy McCain
     Consol Energy Park
     1 Washington Federal Way
     Washington, PA
     Doors open: 3:00 p.m.
     Sunday, August 31st
     Road to the Convention Rally
     with Senator John McCain
     and Cindy McCain
     T.R. Hughes Ballpark
     900 T.R. Hughes Blvd
     O'Fallon, MO
     Doors open: 2:00 p.m.
     Wednesday, September 3rd
     'Our America' Performance
     with Gretchen Wilson and Cowboy Troy
     & 'Raisin' McCain' Performance
     Republican National Convention
     Xcel Energy Center
     St. Paul, MN
     (time to be announced)

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