Triple 8 Management has announced the promotion of Aaron Sawyer from artist manager to partner. Sawyer joined the Triple 8 team in 2023, alongside longtime colleague and artist manager Hannah Boren. Under the Triple 8 banner, Sawyer, Boren and management coordinator Evy Daunic represent Sierra Ferrell, I’m With Her, Julian Lage, Madison Cunningham, Nickel Creek, Vincent Lima, Watkins Family Hour,...
Chart-topping singer-songwriter Jacob Hackworth has released a new single “What Took You So Long” along with announcing the signing of his first major label deal with MCA, in collaboration with Goat Island Sound. Slated to go to radio this spring, the aching ballad was written by Hackworth, Jaxson Free, Steph Jones and Daniel Ross and was inspired by the breakup that was the catalyst...
Today, March 20, Big Loud Texas Publishing and Sony Music Publishing announced the signing of Big Loud Texas artist Julianna Rankin. Alongside the announce, Rankin released her second song via Big Loud Texas “Little Miss Behavin'” produced by Big Loud Texas co-founders, Miranda Lambert and Jon Randall. “We're thrilled to welcome Julianna to the Big Loud Texas Publishing family,” shares...
TikTok and Apple Music have announced 'Play Full Song', a new music discovery experience which will make it easier than ever for fans to engage with the music that they discover on TikTok, launching exclusively through Apple Music. With the new 'Play Full Song' feature, Apple Music subscribers can now enjoy full-length tracks that they discover on TikTok, without ever leaving...
Yesterday, March 17, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum celebrated the opening of its newest exhibition American Currents: State of the Music. Presented annually, American Currents takes a broad view of the genre over the past year to explore musical developments, artist achievements and notable events, as determined by the museum’s curators and editorial staff. The exhibit runs...
Creativity, individuality, small batch and responsive, Clint Higham, John Esposito and Kris Lamb announce the formation of HEY NOW Records, a boutique label devoted to recognizing unique talent and identifying the best path of connecting artists with their fans. HEY NOW Records creates a space that recognizes each artist’s story uniquely and develops specific marketing plans that are designed around...
SiriusXM and Morgan Wallen announced today the launch of Morgan Wallen Radio, a new exclusive year-round country music channel debuting April 7th on SiriusXM's channel 64 and on the SiriusXM app. To celebrate the new channel, SiriusXM will host a special intimate live performance by Morgan Wallen at The Pinnacle in Nashville on April 2. Additionally, Morgan Wallen Radio will be available...
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,...
