Yesterday, March 17, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum celebrated the opening of its newest exhibition American Currents: State of the Music. Presented annually, American Currents takes a broad view of the genre over the past year to explore musical developments, artist achievements and notable events, as determined by the museum’s curators and editorial staff. The exhibit runs...
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Creativity, individuality, small batch and responsive, Clint Higham, John Esposito and Kris Lamb announce the formation of HEY NOW Records, a boutique label devoted to recognizing unique talent and identifying the best path of connecting artists with their fans. HEY NOW Records creates a space that recognizes each artist’s story uniquely and develops specific marketing plans that are designed around...
SiriusXM and Morgan Wallen announced today the launch of Morgan Wallen Radio, a new exclusive year-round country music channel debuting April 7th on SiriusXM's channel 64 and on the SiriusXM app. To celebrate the new channel, SiriusXM will host a special intimate live performance by Morgan Wallen at The Pinnacle in Nashville on April 2. Additionally, Morgan Wallen Radio will be available...
MCA, a division of Universal Music Group, has promoted Miranda McDonald and Jimmy Rector to Senior Vice President, Promotion & Regional Marketing. Both executives will report directly to Damon Moberly, Senior Vice President of Promotion & Touring. In their expanded roles, McDonald and Rector will continue leading national country radio strategy while overseeing regional marketing initiatives that connect artists with...
Ethan Garner has signed a label deal with RECORDS Nashville in partnership with RCA Records. Additionally, today, he announced his debut single, “Red Wine Stains,” is slated for release on March 20th. “I'm very thankful to RECORDS Nashville/RCA for believing in me and helping me chase my dreams of making memorable music that leaves a legacy," shares Garner. "We are...
Following last month’s reacquisition of Big Machine Records, Founder and Chairman Scott Borchetta announces a new management division of the newly launched Borchetta Entertainment Group — signing Carly Pearce. Mike Blong, formerly of Starstruck Entertainment, joins as manager. Borchetta Entertainment Group will operate as a full-service management division focused on artist development, touring strategy, brand partnerships and long-term career growth,...
Multi-Grammy® Award winner Jelly Roll has officially joined the Grand Ole Opry family and was inducted by his close friend and fellow Opry member Lainey Wilson. Also joining in Jelly Roll’s Opry induction celebration included his friend and mentor, Opry member Craig Morgan, as well as friends Leanne Morgan and ERNEST. Prior to his performance, he had a conversation with Opry host Kelly Sutton with media in attendance. He...
Jacob Hackworth has signed with The Neal Agency (TNA) for booking. The West Plains, Missouri native, who has become known for his rough-hewn honesty and raw storytelling, caught the attention of the industry with his releases, “When I Don’t,” “You Ain’t” and “Bad As I Do." “I couldn’t be happier to have The Neal Agency as part of my team. I’ve watched...
Originally from the UK, artist Bellah Mae has signed with Sony Music Nashville and released her brand-new track, “Love Me Less," which she co-wrote with Brigetta Truitt and Brett Truitt. "I couldn’t be happier to have joined the Sony Nashville family," shares Mae. "With the devoted ethos of the entire team there, I knew instantly they were the perfect home for me and my music. I’m...
