Mercury's Julie Roberts Becomes All-Around Golden Girl

Mercury's Julie Roberts Becomes All-Around Golden Girl NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercury recording artist Julie Roberts has struck more than gold with her newest honors. Her self-titled debut album has been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). "I have had the most extraordinary year of my life," said Roberts when told of the news while on the road. "I am so grateful to the folks at Mercury Records and to everyone who has helped me to achieve this milestone." Universal Music Group Co-Chairman Luke Lewis proudly boasted, "This achievement is particularly gratifying for me, having worked so closely with Julie prior to her signing to Mercury. She made a brilliant record and is proving to be a superstar caliber entertainer." The critically acclaimed Roberts has made a name for herself with singles "Break Down Here" and "The Chance." She has also garnered major visibility with performances on Good Morning America and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, as well as from starring in her own reality special on CMT titled In The Moment: Julie Roberts. Roberts' popularity among the critics has also landed her on almost every Top 10 list in the country (i.e. Rolling Stone, New York Times, Chicago Tribune), features in such top magazines as People, Vanity Fair, Glamour and Entertainment Weekly, and a 2004 Country Music Association Horizon Award nomination. Roberts' hard work and early success continues to propel her to new heights. Look for her next single, "Wake Up Older," to hit radio stations Monday, as well as more exciting Julie Roberts news early next week. For more information on Julie Roberts, contact Jason Owen at 615-524-7563 or jason.owen@umusic.com or Amber Williams at 615-524-7516 or amber.williams@umusic.com Source: Mercury Records CONTACT: Jason Owen, +1-615-524-7563, or jason.owen@umusic.com , or Amber Williams, +1-615-524-7516, or amber.williams@umusic.com , both of Mercury Records Web site: http://www.mercurynashville.com/ ------- Profile: International Entertainment