NEW YORK - Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any radio or television outlet, and Macy’s, the famed department store with over 800 locations nationwide, today announced that Megan & Liz won the inaugural Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star Campaign. Megan & Liz will perform alongside pop music’s biggest stars at this year’s iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas on September 21 and 22.

Nashville-based duo Megan & Liz, 19-year-old fraternal twins, have generated over 150 million YouTube views, a spot on Billboard’s Social 50, and sold over 200,000 singles. Megan & Liz have performed with such artists as Hot Chelle Rae, Gym Class Heroes and Demi Lovato, and come September, they’ll have the opportunity to open the iHeartRadio Music Festival.

“We can’t tell you how excited we are to win the Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star contest. Performing at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in September with top artists is literally a dream come true for us,” said Liz Mace of Megan & Liz. “This whole journey has been such an adventure, and we want to thank our fans, Macy’s and Clear Channel for giving listeners the opportunity to discover our music! Macers rule the world and we love you to Pluto and back.”

More than two million votes were cast by Clear Channel radio listeners, iHeartRadio fans and Macy’s shoppers across the country – including some of music’s biggest names like Will.i.am, Pitbull, David Guetta, Enrique Iglesias and Randy Jackson – for their favorite up-and-coming artist in the online competition. The celebrities helped spread the word by asking their Twitter followers to vote for their favorite band.

“We are so pleased with the response to this campaign, and wholeheartedly congratulate Megan & Liz on their well-deserved win,” said Michele Laven, Executive Vice President Strategic Partnerships, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. “The next big pop star can come from anywhere, and this campaign highlights Clear Channel’s ability to showcase emerging talent in local communities. Helping our listeners discover new musicians from across the country is a fundamental part of what we do.”

"We are thrilled for Megan & Liz and all of the other amazing musicians featured in the Macy's iHeartRadio Rising Star campaign. This contest was the ultimate star maker, bringing some incredible music to the forefront for our customers and fans across the country,” said Martine Reardon, Macy’s Chief Marketing Officer. “We are happy to continue the long-standing Macy’s tradition of showcasing musical talent in our stores. Megan & Liz’s fans and our customers will be so excited to see them featured on various Macy’s platforms and at our iconic Glamorama events this summer.”

In addition to performing alongside major pop stars at the iHeartRadio Music Festival, Megan & Liz will also be featured on an iHeartRadio Custom Station titled “Rising Star,” on in-store TVs in the MStyleLab department at Macy’s, on macys.com and via Macy’s social media sites. The winner will also have the opportunity to perform at signature Macy’s events including its four-city, high-fashion and music extravaganza – Macy’s Glamorama.

Last fall’s inaugural iHeartRadio Music Festival hosted by Ryan Seacrest featured performances by some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Lady Gaga, Jay-Z, Coldplay, Alicia Keys, Steven Tyler, The Black Eyed Peas, Kenny Chesney, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Sting, Carrie Underwood, Jane’s Addiction, Nicki Minaj, David Guetta, Rascal Flatts, Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson, Sublime with Rome and Jeff Beck. The 2012 star-studded line-up will be announced this summer.

 

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Macy’s, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Macy’s stores and macys.com offer distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy’s is known for such epic events as Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy’s helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference in the lives of our customers.

 

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