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...
Nashville’s top country touring expert, Brian O’Connell, received the Bob Kingsley Living Legend Award tonight at a sold-out event at the Opry House. The evening supports the Grand Ole Opry Trust Fund. As President of Country Music Touring and Festivals at Live Nation, O’Connell is an avid fan. His passion for the artist, live performances, and fan experience remains deeply...
Following its inaugural year that marked the largest gathering of songwriters in the city’s history, Las Vegas Songwriters Festival (LVSF) will return to Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Thursday, Aug. 20 through Saturday, Aug. 22. Presented by MGM Resorts International, Entersong Entertainment and Mountain Dew, and co-founded by Rob Hatch, Mike Every and Matt Warren, this year’s LVSF event will,...
Georgia native Ethan Garner has signed with Champ Management, led by Matt Musacchio under the Red Light Management umbrella, along with securing global booking representation at WME, a defining milestone that signals the next phase of his fast-rising career. “My favorite part about music, without a doubt, is playing live shows. I feel like what I do really comes to...
Red Light Management has signed fast-rising country artist Myles Morgan. “We are thrilled to welcome Myles to Red Light,” shares Ben Kline, executive at Red Light Management. “The amount of early success and momentum that he has built up makes this partnership with Gaines and the entire RLM team perfectly timed.” "I'm incredibly grateful and excited to be joining Red...
