Sony Music Publishing has announced the appointment of Michael Young as Chief Information Officer. Based in Nashville, Young will report to Sony Music Publishing’s Chief Financial Officer Tom Kelly. In his new role, Young will lead the company’s technology strategy and its ongoing transformation initiatives to advance growth, scalability and efficiency on behalf of SMP songwriters and catalogs worldwide. He...
Touted as “one of Nashville’s favorite music venues” (The Tennessean), The Listening Room is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary with a landmark show at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on March 3, 2026. The event will include performances by HARDY, Blessing Offor, Jo Dee Messina, Mitchell Tenpenny, Phil Barton, Brian Davis, J.T. Harding, Matt Jenkins, Wendell Mobley, James...
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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...
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