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  • WME Welcomes Ryan Bingham

    Published On: July 30, 2026

    Ryan Bingham has signed with WME for worldwide representation in music. He continues to be represented by Jack Whigham at Range Media Partners for film and television. On the heels of his headline tour, the singer-songwriter is set to head on the road with Zach Bryan later this month.

  • WSM Radio To Launch The Kelly Sutton Show

    Published On: July 30, 2026

    WSM Radio will launch The Kelly Sutton Show on August 10 on weekdays from 6 AM - 10 AM, where longtime WSM Radio personality and Grand Ole Opry host, Charlie Mattos, will join Sutton as producer and co-host, alongside WSM Studio Director Annie Ney. WSM personality and Kelly’s Amazon Music co-host Amber Anderson will also contribute to the show regularly.

  • Emma Smalley’s “Too Far Gone” Amasses 1M Streams

    Published On: July 29, 2026

    Since its release on June 19, “Too Far Gone” by quickly rising artist Emma Smalley has already amassed 1M streams. “Music has always been a huge part of my life, but it wasn’t until I had my heart broken and hit rock bottom in December of ‘24 that I finally decided to just take the risk and move to Nashville

  • Deep Cuts Management Signs Alli Leighann

    Published On: July 29, 2026

    Deep Cuts Management has announced the signing of singer-songwriter Alli Leighann to an exclusive management agreement. “From the first time I heard Alli, it was clear that she has something special,” said Liam Sullivan, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Deep Cuts Management. “Her voice, her songwriting, and the authenticity she brings to everything she does represent exactly what we

  • Back Row Publishing Signs Matt McVaney

    Published On: July 29, 2026

    Songwriter and producer Matt McVaney has signed an exclusive publishing and production deal with Back Row Publishing. McVaney penned and produced Kane Brown's viral hit "Used to Love You Sober" and "I Love That I Hate You," and also wrote "Thunder in the Rain." Since then, Matt has continued to make a name for himself and has written songs for

  • Further Details Announced For ACM Honors

    Published On: July 28, 2026

    The Academy of Country Music® has announced a lineup of presenters and performers for this year’s ACM® Honors™, which will take place on Wednesday, August 19th at The Pinnacle in Nashville, co-hosted by Carly Pearce and Parker McCollum. Performers set [...]

  • Henley Halem & Kevin Spellman Join Borchetta Entertainment Group

    Published On: July 27, 2026

    Borchetta Entertainment Group, the full-service management division launched by Big Machine Records Founder and Chairman Scott Borchetta in March of 2026, has announced leadership expansion, welcoming Kevin Spellman and Henley Halem to the company as Co-Vice Presidents. “The addition of Kevin and Henley to the Borchetta Entertainment Group Management division shows the level of service and commitment we are making

  • Jackson Wendell Inks Publishing Deal

    Published On: July 24, 2026

    Rising artist Jackson Wendell has signed with Sony Music Nashville. "Signing with Sony is an incredible honor and a dream come true," he shares. "I’m thankful to everyone who has believed in me, worked alongside me, and supported this journey but it is also just the beginning. I can’t wait to share what’s next in this partnership with Sony Music

  • The Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum Opens Newest Exhibit

    Published On: July 23, 2026

    Yesterday, July 22, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum celebrated the opening of its newest exhibition, Kenny Chesney: Living in Fast Forward , presented by Blue Chair Bay Rum. Included with museum admission, the exhibit is now open and runs until June 2027. The exhibit includes instruments, memorabilia, manuscripts, awards, photographs and more. "It’s a lot to take

  • Academy Of Country Music Announces New Chief Executive Officer

    Published On: July 22, 2026

    Andy Schuon has been selected as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Academy of Country Music. Schuon is one of the entertainment industry's most influential media and music executives, with a career spanning more than four decades defined by a passion for disruption, innovation, and connecting artists with audiences. A pioneering leader who has consistently anticipated what's next in

  • Sony Music Publishing Nashville Signs Adam James

    Published On: July 22, 2026

    Sony Music Publishing Nashville has signed Adam James to a global publishing deal. James has penned songs for Luke Combs, Dierks Bentley, Nate Smith, Cody Johnson, Kenny Chesney and more. “I’m so grateful for this opportunity to be at Sony Music Publishing. The energy I feel from the team when I walk through the door every day is truly inspiring,"

  • Songwriter Dan Alley Announces Debut Album

    Published On: July 22, 2026

    Today, River House Artists’ singer-songwriter Dan Alley has announced his first album, 'Keepin’ On.' Exploring themes of family, love, and loss, Alley holds writing credits on every song on the 11-track project, collaborating with trusted creative partners like Neil Medley, Ryan Beaver, Kasey Tyndall, Sam Banks, and more, and writing five cuts on the body of work alone. “'Keepin’ On'

  • Colton Dawson Inks With WME

    Published On: July 22, 2026

    Rising traditional country artist Colton Dawson has signed with WME for global representation. The announcement follows another major career milestone for the 19-year-old Arizona native, who recently signed with Warner Records Nashville. Blending timeless country influences with a fresh edge, Dawson has quickly become one of Nashville’s most talked-about emerging artists. “Colton has a voice and presence that immediately grabs

  • Gavin Adcock To Release New Album October 2

    Published On: July 20, 2026

    Gavin Adcock has announced that he will release a new studio album, 'The Day I Hang It Up,' on October 2nd via Thrivin Here Records LLC under exclusive license to Warner Records Nashville. The album’s title track is out now. “The last 5 years have been the wildest time of my life,” said Adcock. “I’ve been through nearly everything a