HARDY has signed a go-forward exclusive songwriting agreement with Spirit Music Nashville. “I’m pumped to be joining the Spirit Music family,” shares the singer-songwriter. “They believe in the songs I write and that means a lot to me. I’m excited to see what we can build together.” Spirit Music has also acquired select compositions from his music publishing catalog. A...
BMI hosted the final installment of its signature Rooftop On The Row series, presented by George Dickel, last night (September 10) with more than 900 industry players and Americana music fans. Serving as the official kickoff party to the 26th annual AMERICANAFEST, attendees were treated to performances from Ken Pomeroy, The Droptines and Briscoe to end the seventh season of...
As Midwest native and Warner Chappell Music singer-songwriter Schmitty prepares to release his debut six-song EP, Office With A View, available everywhere this Friday, he’s signed with The Neal Agency (TNA) for booking. "I couldn’t think of a better home for my booking than The Neal Agency. Jake, Ryan, and the team feel like family and share the same values I grew up...
Zack Dyer has signed an exclusive worldwide publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Nashville. The Minnesota native recently received his first RIAA-certified Platinum single for Tyler Braden’s “Devil You Know," and has also penned songs cut by Jake Owen, Jon Pardi, Max McNown Graham Barham and more. “Zack is a truly special talent whose songs connect the moment you hear them,”...
Chart-topping songwriter Jaxson Free has returned to his artist roots with the release of his new single “Get Go.” With a galloping beat, soothing acoustic guitar and southern inflections, Free captures the feeling of a situationship that never stood a chance. The North Carolina native's raw and soulful vocals are at the front and center of the song, giving it an...
The Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) today released its Mid-Year 2025 US Recorded Music Revenue Report, reflecting a high of $5.6 billion across all formats as music continues to captivate American fans. Paid subscriptions continued to proliferate, with units growing 6.4% to end the period with 105 million accounts, and subscription revenues up 5.7% to $3.2 billion. Beginning this year,...
Messina Touring Group (MTG) has elevated Rachel Powers from Vice President of Marketing to Vice President, reflecting her expanding role within the company and her continued impact on the live entertainment industry. “It’s an absolute honor to continue growing with a company known for its unwavering commitment to artists, always putting them and their best interests first,” shares Powers. “I’m...
Nominees for “The 59th Annual CMA Awards” and finalists for the CMA Broadcast Awards will be revealed Monday, Sept. 8 at 12:00 PM/CT via livestream on CMA’s official Facebook and YouTube channels. This annual milestone in CMA Awards season recognizes the artists, songwriters, musicians, producers, engineers, directors and industry professionals whose work has defined the past year, while setting the...
Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville has renewed its global publishing deal with eight-time GRAMMY award-winning superstar Kacey Musgraves. Known for pushing boundaries with her original sound that transcends genre, the highly acclaimed singer-songwriter was recently honored with the prestigious Songwriter Icon Award at the National Music Publishers' Association’s annual meeting. Her newest album, Deeper Well (2024), also became her fifth...
The Academy of Country Music® announces new hires across two departments. Lauren Burchett has joined as Head of Partnerships & Revenue. The Industry Relations & Awards team adds Kylie Goudreau as Manager and Helena Capps as Project Manager. “Strategic partnerships play a vital role in bringing value to our members, artists, and fans through unique programs that engage our audiences...
