http://www.prlog.org/11003780-multi-platinum-pianist-composer-jim-brickman-is-home.html

Quote: “Thank You,” (featuring American Idol’s 8th season fifth place finalist Matt Giraud’s soulful vocal), is the first single release and follows Jim’s previous two consecutive #1 singles, “Beautiful World,” with Adam Crossley and “Never Alone” featuring Lady Antebellum.

Oh my! Such pressure on "Thank You"!!! Request, request!

Hmm. According to wikipedia, "Beautiful World" made it to #4 and "Never Alone" made it to #14. Jim seems to be pretty creative with marketing, so maybe they were #1 on some other list. At any rate, I would be extremely happy with #14. I'm still biting my nails wondering if we can get to Top 20 since we're so close.

Here is what I think is a new press release on Jim's CD.

http://www.voanews.com/english/news/arts-and-entertainment/Jim-Brickman-Goes-Country-on-Home-111226099.html

It mentions Matt and "Thank You" a few times, but perhaps the most interesting thing is you can listen to a sample of the songs from the CD, which includes "Thank You". It may be the same snippet as is being played at Target.

Quote: "Jim Brickman's 2010 holiday concert tour of 30 cities across the U.S. will include seasonal favorites, as well as his new single "Thank You," featuring vocalist Matt Giraud."

Matt will be on tour?????!!

Mattyfan,

I doubt it. Jim started his tour about a week ago. More like Jim is playing it, and either he or someone else is singing it? I am not sure if Jim sings at all, but I don't think he sings much. But I am all for Matt singing at Jim Brickman's, Anna Wilson's or anyone else's concerts, so I hope it is true.

I was wondering that too but then I noticed that some of Jim's tour dates interfere with Matt's upcoming shows. I eventually found out that the only vocalists that will be on tour with Jim are Richie McDonald, Anne Cochran, Mark Masri, and Tracy Silverman. Too bad, that would be exciting if Matt were to go! I'm thankful for any exposure Matt gets because it's an opportunity to gain new fans.