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BMI gathered Tyler Hubbard alongside other creatives and industry professionals to celebrate the artist's #1 hits “Back Then Right Now” and “Park” at the new Moto Moda on Thursday (November 6). “Park,” the second single from his latest album Strong, marks his fourth consecutive hit as a solo artist and 23rd career #1. Hosted by BMI and ASCAP, the celebration...

Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville has signed a global publishing deal with emerging singer-songwriter Brendan Walter. In 2024, Walter released his seven-track debut project, I don’t know what I’m doing yet, and has since followed it with his sophomore release, Disappearing Days, out today. “Brendan is a rare artist whose songs feel fresh yet instantly familiar," shares Spencer Nohe, VP,...

Blue Harbor Music welcomes the signing of acclaimed songwriters Meg McRee and Ben Chapman to its growing publishing roster. Founded in April 2024 by veteran music publisher Steve Markland, Blue Harbor Music continues to strengthen its mission of cultivating exceptional songwriting talent and fostering authentic artist development. “I’m beyond excited to be working with the dynamic and passionate crew at...

The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum will host a Songwriter Session with singer-songwriter HARDY on Saturday, Dec. 6. During Songwriter Sessions at the museum, accomplished songwriters behind classic and current hits visit the museum each week, sharing stories and songs. The program will take place at noon in the museum’s CMA Theater and is included with museum admission...

MCA is excited to announce the signing of country rock band 49 Winchester to be released on the Lucille Records imprint. On Friday, the band will share their first taste of new music since teaming up with Grammy-winning producer and MCA Chief Creative Officer Dave Cobb: a powerful cover of Black Sabbath’s “Changes.” Fans can pre-save the track HERE. Inspired...

SMACK is celebrating a milestone year, remaining a defining force on Music Row, fueled by wins that showcase both artistic achievement and a thriving company culture. In the past 12 months, 17 of their 25 writers have charted on the country charts and all 25 have landed a major label cut or release, underscoring both the depth of its talent...

On Saturday, November 1, Hudson Westbrook headlined a benefit concert in his hometown of Stephenville, TX, donating $100,000 to the Erath County Junior Livestock Association. The show took place at Tarleton State University’s EECU Event Center, where all proceeds went toward rebuilding livestock facilities where local chapters of FFA and 4-H exhibit their animals. “These funds are going to rebuild...

Gaining traction as one of country music’s fastest-rising artists, acclaimed Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and performer Kaitlin Butts will unveil her new Yeehaw Sessions EP on November 14, 2025. It notably marks the celebrated rising star's debut under her recently minted deal with Republic Records. "From releasing my album over a year ago as an independent artist, to having a viral song, to now signing...