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GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer/songwriter Ryan Hurd has signed with The Core Entertainment for management, marking an exciting new chapter in his career. Known for his distinct blend of modern country storytelling and rock-infused production, the Nashville-based Big Machine Records recording artist has accumulated more than one billion on-demand career streams, received numerous award nominations (CMA Awards, ACM Awards, CMT Music Awards,...

As Tape Room Music continues to reach new heights, including topping both Billboard and Country Aircheck/Mediabase Most-Heard Songs of 2024 chart, Katherine Godwin joins Tape Room Music as Manager, A&R. As a passionate advocate for songwriters and their creative endeavors, Godwin is focused on maximizing catalog constructs and managing calendars for the Tape Room Music roster. “I am incredibly fortunate to...

Following his latest single “Winter Wyoming You,” independent singer-songwriter Jordan Smith released “Dark Horses" today. Opening with strong vocals amongst a quiet, yet captivating melody, the track will surely grab your attention through its entirety. Solo-penned by the Wyoming native, the single paints a love story in a way all of its own. “It's somewhat of an underdog love story,” shares Smith....

Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, today announced Julie Adam, Executive Vice President & General Manager of Universal Music Canada (UMC), has been promoted to President & CEO of UMC based in Toronto. Following a decade of outstanding leadership as Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Canada, Jeffrey Remedios has been appointed President, Strategic Development, for REPUBLIC...

Warner Music Group and Spotify have announced a new, multi-year agreement today. They hope to strengthen their commitment to artists, songwriters, fans and to growth in the industry. The agreement will help deliver new fan experiences, a more expansive music catalog, more paid subscription tiers and differentiated content bundles. It builds upon the companies’ alignment around artist centric royalty models...

Josh Turner recently played a sold-out headline show at the Ryman Auditorium. Before the show, he was presented with three plaques celebrating RIAA certifications. The plaques commemorate Turner’s hits “Why Don’t We Just Dance” being certified three-times Platinum, “Long Black Train” being certified double-Platinum and his album "Haywire", which is also certified Platinum.

BMI revitalized its longstanding BMI Buzz showcase last night (2/03) at its new location, Bobby’s Idle Hour Tavern, featuring Gloria Anderson, Jack McKeon and Aniston Pate. The series puts promising up-and-coming songwriters who are prime for a publishing deal on display with three-song sets. Launched in 2008, the renowned series continues BMI’s commitment to nurture and develop songwriters at the...

Capitol Records recording artist Christian Hayes made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday, Feb. 1. Donning a Schott leather jacket designed by Dixon and Jack, embroidered with artwork inspired by his debut EP, Last I Love You, released last September, and inscripted with his nickname "The Lullaby Kid," Hayes performed two songs from the hallowed circle: "Home Sweet Home" and "LILY."...

Willie Nelson, Mark Rothbaum, Keith Wortman, Blackbird Presents, and Live Nation are thrilled to announce the Outlaw Music Festival 10th Anniversary Tour! The 2025 tour is the biggest Outlaw tour to date, featuring an unparalleled lineup of legends and superstars, including Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Sheryl Crow, Turnpike Troubadours, The Avett Brothers, Wilco, The...