George Strait continues to prove why he’s been dubbed the King of Country, setting a recordfor the largest single ticketed concert in U.S. History and a new record for Texas A&M Kyle Field for a single event with 110,905 fans in attendance for George Strait: The King at Kyle Field. The record-breaking performance was one of only 10 live shows from...
Sony Music Nashville {SMN} appoints Dennis Reese as Senior Vice President, Radio Marketing & Promotion. Reese will oversee the development and execution of the strategic radio promotional plans for both the RCA Nashville and Columbia Nashville imprints. He will report to Chair and CEO, Taylor Lindsey and President and COO Ken Robold and will start at the company on February...
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....
On new single “It's The Little Things,” Charles Wesley Godwin has written an ode to the simple joys in life. The first sip of coffee in the morning. Taking the extra second to hold the door for someone. Driving around town listening to the radio. Even a quick smile and wave. The types of things so often overlooked in our busy...
Kameron Marlowe has released a timeless new track, “How’s The Leaving Going,” exploring the inescapable feeling of wondering what one’s ex-lover is up to after a breakup. Stream the track HERE. Marlowe penned the track with country legend Vince Gill and powerhouse songwriter Lee Thomas Miller. Produced by Ben West, the heartbreak song showcases Marlowe’s effortless vocals framed by a lonely steel guitar and stripped-down production....
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.
