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Sony Music Publishing (SMP) has announced the promotion of Michael Riggs to Senior Vice President, Licensing and Income Tracking, effective immediately. Based out of SMP’s Nashville office, Riggs will continue to report to Sony Music Publishing’s Executive Vice President, Worldwide Administration, Dale Esworthy. In this elevated position, Michael will focus on strengthening tracking operations and enhancing matching capabilities for digital deals in the U.S. and globally. He will also...

Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival, produced in partnership with Live Nation, has unveiled its daily lineup for the festival’s highly anticipated return to the sandy shores of Fort Lauderdale, April 10–12, 2026. Headlined by Post Malone on Friday, April 10; Riley Green on Saturday, April 11; and Florida favorite Kenny Chesney closing out the festival on Sunday, April 12,...

G Major Mgmt announces the signing of singer/songwriter Ella Gibson. Hailing from a small town in central Illinois, Gibson was raised on the legends of country music, and her voice carries the weight of tradition with her own unique sound. Currently studying songwriting at Belmont University, she recently won Belmont’s Spring Songwriter’s Showcase Presented by BMI. “I am so honored...

Gavin Adcock has announced a forthcoming project 'Country Never Dies,' set to release Friday, March 13th. Adcock’s vision for the body of work is multi-faceted. As a fan of classic Country music himself, he wanted the project to be a reminder of where the genre came from and honor those who paved the way for him and other artists. “I...

In celebration of her 26th birthday, Dasha gifted something deeply personal: a live recording of her most vulnerable song to date, “Oh, Anna!” captured at the Grand Ole Opry. Already regarded as one of her most honest and emotionally raw releases, “Oh, Anna!” finds Dasha at her most unfiltered, wrestling with identity, growth, and the complicated relationship we have with...

Longtime Warner Chappell Music senior A&R executive and songwriter champion Alicia Pruitt joins independent publishing leader Tape Room Music as Chief Creative Officer and President, A&R, reporting directly to CEO and Founder, Ashley Gorley. Pruitt joins COO and President, Business Affairs’ Blain Rhodes, who continues to steer Tape Room Music's strategic growth as the publishing and artist development company ushers...

Rising country artist Bryan Andrews has signed with WME for global representation across all areas. The singer-songwriter blends traditional country roots with a modern perspective and over the last several months, Andrews’ momentum has surged. “I’m truly honored to be part of the WME roster. I’m thankful for the chance to tell my story with a team that shares my...

Yesterday, February 24, the Grand Ole Opry brought together legendary performers, A-list artists, and the stars of tomorrow on its stage to honor Ronnie Milsap’s 50th Opry anniversary and to welcome a new wave of talent as the Opry NextStage class of 2026, presented by Tecovas. The Opry NextStage Class of 2026, presented by Tecovas, includes Willow Avalon, Graham Barham,...

CMA Fest presented by SoFi will return to Nashville June 4–7. Hosted by the Country Music Association, the four-day celebration will once again culminate each night at Nissan Stadium with unforgettable performances from some of the genre’s biggest stars and breakout talent. SoFi returns as the festival’s presenting sponsor, continuing its multi-year partnership as the official bank and financial services partner of CMA...

BMI welcomed Tucker Wetmore, creatives and industry members to celebrate his chart-topping single “3,2,1” at its Nashville office yesterday, February 24. Penned by Josh Miller, Summer Overstreet and Jordan Reynolds and produced by Chris LaCorte, the hit marks Wetmore’s second career #1 from his debut album What Not To, making him the 14th artist in chart history to land his...