Country Music Star John Rich Debuts Anthem to Support Republican Presidential Candidate John McCain

Country Music Star John Rich Debuts Anthem to Support Republican Presidential Candidate John McCain

'Raisin' McCain; to Fire Up Constituents and Inspire Voters; Song Available to the Public for Free Download at www.johnrich.com

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Music star, singer, songwriter and acclaimed producer John Rich -- of the multi-platinum country duo Big & Rich -- today announces the release of an original anthem in support of Republican presidential candidate John McCain.

Rich will perform the song, titled "Raisin' McCain," for the first time publicly on August 1st when he hosts the Country First Concert in Panama City, Florida featuring a special guest appearance by Senator McCain. "Raisin' McCain" is also available to the public for free download at www.johnrich.com.

"Senator John McCain is a man of extraordinary integrity who I believe has, and will always, put our country first," said John Rich. "Writing and recording 'Raisin' McCain' is my contribution to his campaign; it's my hope that this song will unite young conservatives, rally support and excitement for our Republican presidential candidate, and ultimately inspire people to vote."

Rich wrote the music and lyrics to "Raisin' McCain" as a "fight song" to energize Americans and declare his support for the candidate. The song celebrates McCain's maverick spirit, proclaiming "Well we're all just raisin' McCain/ Everywhere across the USA/ You can get on the train or get out of the way/ We're all just raisin' McCain" and asserts "Now we've got a real man with an American plan/ We're going to put him in the big White House."

"As a songwriter, my job is about turning phrases that energize and engage people across the country. The words to 'Raisin' McCain' are my gift to the campaign, and the song is my gift to America," added Rich.

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

For more information, or to download "Raisin' McCain," please visit www.johnrich.com.

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