The 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Annual Induction and Awards Dinner was a sparkling success, as SHOF President/CEO Linda Moran and co-chair Nile Rodgers recognized and celebrated some of the best songwriting legends of our time. Musical icons George Clinton; Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons ofThe Doobie Brothers; Ashley Gorley; Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins; Mike Love; and Tony Macaulay...
Buzzed about Country newcomer Elizabeth Nichols has shared details on her debut EP, Tough Love, which will be released June 20 via PULSE Records. The seven-song project will include her viral hit “I Got a New One,” which shot to No. 1 on the iTunes Country chart and No. 2 on the iTunes All Genre chart on Friday after receiving the Kellyoke treatment...
Make Wake Artists, the artist management company behind some of country music’s most compelling talent, has officially launched an in-house digital strategy department as part of its ongoing commitment to artist development and innovation in the digital space. The new initiative will be led by experienced marketing professionals: Jess Keifer as Head of Digital Marketing & Social Strategy and Kyle...
Music industry professionals and creatives alike gathered together on the rooftop of BMI's Nashville headquarters on Tuesday (June 10) to celebrate the No. One hit “Boys Back Home” from Sony Music Nashville and Play It Again Music’s Dylan Marlowe and Curb Records’ Dylan Scott. Penned by Marlowe, Seth Ennis and Joe Fox, the Gold-certified chart-topper serves as the Georgia native’s...
Sony Music Publishing Nashville has announced the launch of Thank A Songwriter, a new podcast that celebrates the artistry and impact of songwriters shaping country music and beyond. Hosted by Sony Music Publishing Nashville CEO Rusty Gaston, the debut episode features part 1 of his in-depth conversation with multi-award-winning songwriter Ashley Gorley and is set to release on June 12,...
Rising singer-songwriter Philip Morgan has signed a global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville and The Core Entertainment. Known for his signature blend of catchy hooks and unforgettable melodies, Morgan has penned several hit songs, including “How You Been (Letter to the County Line Girl)” by Chase Matthew. “Phil is an emerging force in the Nashville songwriting community,"...
The Americana Music Association has announced the nominees for its 24th annual Americana Honors & Awards. This year’s nominations were revealed by Brandi Carlile, Kashus Culpepper, S.G. Goodman, Jim Lauderdale, Kacey Musgraves and Molly Tuttle in a social media announcement. The winners will be announced during the Americana Honors & Awards on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, at the historic Ryman...
Earlier this year, the 2025 inductees were announced for the Songwriters Hall of Fame, which includes one of Country Music's most esteemed songwriters, Ashley Gorley. Gorley, along with other inductees, which include musical icons George Clinton; Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons (of The Doobie Brothers); Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins; Mike Love; and Tony Macaulay, will be inducted at the...
The Ryman and BMI Block Party during CMA Fest (June 5 - June 7) drew hundreds of fans to the PNC Plaza to witness three days of music from the next generation of talent. The free event showcased 16 BMI singer/songwriters, displaying BMI's commitment to nurturing and developing songwriters at the earliest stages of their careers. The fourth annual Ryman...
CMA Fest presented by SoFi, the longest-running Country Music festival in the world, returned to downtown Nashville for its 52nd year this past weekend, welcoming an estimated 95,000 fans from across the globe for four days of live music, artist discovery and unforgettable moments. From June 5-8, artists, fans and industry came together to celebrate the music that connects—onstage, in...
