2002 ~Green on the Verge Rising country stars Pat Green and Carolyn Dawn Johnson taped performances for an upcoming episode of CMT's On the Verge at the Country Music Hall of Fame's Ford Theater Tuesday night (Jan. 29). The series documents the career development of up-and-coming artists through concert and interview footage. Green and Johnson, both 30, taped three songs apiece, repeating songs once or twice to give editors more options. Both artists will be showcased in the same hour-long episode, airing March 23 on CMT. ~Green Attacked in Texas Singer-songwriter Pat Green (Carry On,Three Days) was attacked Monday (March 11) in South Padre Island, Texas, by a man described by police as a ?white male in his early 20s. Green suffered serious facial fractures and was admitted to a hospital in Brownsville, Texas. Green, his wife and members of his band were relaxing on the beach around 6:50 p.m. when the attack occurred, his spokeswoman told CMT .com. The assailant was charged with aggravated assault and will appear in court Tuesday (March 12). Green had played a sold-out show Sunday (March 10) in South Padre Island and was scheduled to perform in Corpus Christi, Texas, on Tuesday (March 12). That show will be rescheduled. 03/12/02 Police say an 18-year-old suspect from Woodbury, Minnesota, is facing assault charges.

2004 {Good Company} Pat Green keeps good company Pat Green's upcoming studio album, Lucky Ones, boasts an impressive array of guest musicians. Traditionalist Brad Paisley co-wrote and sings with Mr. Green on "College." Producer Don Gehman is back (he helmed Wave on Wave). As for musical help, in addition to his touring band, the Austin-based artist employed the talents of Notorious Cherry Bombs pianist John Hobbs, violinist Lisa Germano and guitarist David Grissom, who toured with the Dixie Chicks. Lucky Ones, preceded by the first single, "Don't Break My Heart Again," arrives in stores Oct. 19. (Wave on Wave for Kids) "Wave On Wave" has been recorded for inclusion on a Capital Nashville compliation called "Kid's Country Hits 2" which went on sale yesterday.  The especially interesting part is that this version is not sung by Pat.  It is sung by Radney Foster and his son, Jule.  Radney's wife Cyndi says: "Darrell Brown (Rad's producer, friend and co-writer) just produced a project for Capitol called Kid's Country Hits 2. It's one of those collections of songs sung by a chorus of kids. (WOW goes Gold) Pat Green has scored his first gold album for his latest album, Wave on Wave. Referring to his grassroots following that began in Texas, Green said, "Our fans have supported us and this album beyond our wildest dreams. When we finished recording this album, we were really proud of how it turned out. My band and I are ecstatic that so many music fans have come along for the ride with us." 3/01/04 CMT.com (Swing & Sing) Pat Green will be entertaing golfers May 17 at the Brookhaven Golf Club in Dallas. "Swing & Swing" benefits the Infant and Toddler Intervention Program (ITIP) of North Texas.  ITIP serves as a safety net for families with babies and toddlers who have disabilities or delays in development. News Story (ACM Nomination) Pat Green has scored and Academy of Country Music Award nomination for "Top New Artist." He is up against, Dierks Bentley, Buddy Jewel, Josh Turner and Jimmy Wayne. (New Faces Show) Pat recently performed at Country Radio Seminar's New Faces Show Friday (March 5). Also featured in the concert was Craig Morgan, Dierks Bentley, Buddy Jewell and Jimmy Wayne. News Story (Pat in CW) 1/28/04 Pat has an article in Country Weekly this month with Kenny Chesney on the cover. It's called "Straight Shooter" and talks about fatherhood and honesty.

"I'm very non-committal. Nothing I see in the future is locked down in stone."

2005 {It's a Deal} Feb. 14, 2006: Texas superstar Pat Green signed a deal with BNA, the label announced Tuesday. Green had released three albums through Universal and had one hit, "Wave on Wave." Label Chairman Joe Galante said, "We have all been Pat Green fans since we first heard his music. Pat has put himself in a place that is not only distinctive but has appeal to a youthful audience, many of which are just being introduced to country music. Having the opportunity to work with him is very exciting and taking him to the next level is going to be a blast." "I know I've found the right home to stand behind my music," said Green. "I am looking forward to working with Joe Galante and the team at RLG (the parent company of BNA). They're a great group of people with a passion for country music." {Keith and Pat} -Pat Green and Keith Urban tour which kicks off in February 2006 hits Evansville, IN on the first. Check out the small amount of dates in "Appearances." {Largest Crowd} -The largest crowd ever to attend a country concert in Pittsburgh showed up Saturday (July 30) for Kenny Chesney's show at Heinz Field. A crowd of 54,133 attended the show that also featured Gretchen Wilson, Keith Urban, Uncle Kracker and Pat Green. The concert was taped for a TV special scheduled to air Nov. 23 on ABC. {Scott Plays Pat} Scott Linebrink who plays for the  Padres plays guitar on "Wave  on Wave" for a CD that is being done by all MLB baseball players for charity. 5/15/05 {Bus Trouble} One of Pat Green's tour buses sustained serious damage after catching on fire early Saturday morning (Feb. 26) near Chattanooga, Tenn. The fire started in the engine compartment and spread to the rear lounge of the bus. The bus driver evacuated the passengers, and there were no injuries. Green and his band still played the private concert that night. "Buses can be replaced, but these guys are my family and I rely on them off stage just like I do when we are on stage," Green said. "We are so blessed that things turned out the way they did." {Tsunami Benefit Concert} PAT GREEN, JACK INGRAM, AND JERRY JEFF WALKER are joining together in a special acoustic concert on Sunday January 23, 2005 at NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie to raise money for the Tsunami victims. More info here {Poker with Big Kenny} At an Opry after party recently, Pat was caught playing poker with Big Kenny from Big and Rich! {Pass the Sunscreen} Kenny Chesney has chosen Gretchen Wilson, Uncle Kracker and Pat Green as opening acts for his Somewhere in the Sun tour in 2005. Wilson will hold the middle slot throughout the tour, while Kracker will open the first half of the shows, and Green will open the second half.

2007 {"Pat gets Honored" } July 24, 2007 Pat was presented with a special Crystal Cross award for his service to the American Red Cross. Pat is a member of the Red Cross National Celebrtiy Cabinet, and has worked tirelessly over the last several years to promote the importance of blood donations at his various concert stops across the country. Pat often encourages his fans to gift the gift of life by donating blood to the Red Cross. “Pat has contributed greatly by spreading the message to country music fans everywhere that Americans should roll up their sleeves and donate blood,” said Mark W. Everson, President and CEO of the Red Cross. “This is especially important during the summertime months, when travel plans make it more difficult for people to donate regularly.” In addition to being a blood donor himself, Pat has recorded Red Cross radio public service announcements to promote the importance of blood donation, which can be downloaded here http://www.redcross.org/press/psa/psaRadio.html#biomedical. {"Best Male Artist" } Nashville, TN – July 24, 2007 – Once again, Pat Green’s fans prove they are the most loyal fans in country music. The Dancehall recently had a hand in helping Pat Green win the award for “Best Male Artist” on About.com. The 5th annual contest began a few weeks ago and included finalists such as Brad Paisley, Joe Nichols and Trace Adkins. Green ended up with an impressive 45% of the total votes. His 36,970 votes easily topped Blake Shelton who came in 2nd when the winners were announced last night. 2006 {"Pat and Dave" } Pat Green and the band will playing with The Dave Matthews Band this summer for a couple of dates. Check out the Appearances section for the tour dates. {"Let's Step Outside" } Pat Green's song "West Texas Holiday" is on this new compilation called LET'S STEP OUTSIDE. It has artists on it such as Reckless Kelly, Cory Morrow, Jack Ingram, Honeybrowne, Kevin Fowler, Randy Rogers Band and a whole lot more. {"Welcome Rainy" } Pat Green's wife Kori gave birth to their second child on Monday morning (June 12) in Fort Worth, Texas. The daughter, named Rainey, weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and joins older brother Kellison. Commenting on the new arrival, Green said, "Having our first daughter, I know I'm completely ruined. I can't wait to start spoiling her." Green was at his wife's side during the birth. {Winning the BMW Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament } May 1, 2006 -Pat Green was the amateur winner at the BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tournament at The Cliffs in Greenville, South Carolina. Green played three preliminary rounds along with 168 other amateurs and celebrities including Kevin Costner, Wayne Gretzky, John Elway, John O-Hurley (Seinfeld) and Catherine Bell (Jag). Green was one of 14 amateurs to make the cut to play in the final round on Sunday. Green and his pro partner Matt Weibring played a great round and were the pro/celebrity champions of the tournament. Green was later handed the keys to a new BMW Z4 Roadster.