BMI revitalized its longstanding BMI Buzz showcase last night (2/03) at its new location, Bobby’s Idle Hour Tavern, featuring Gloria Anderson, Jack McKeon and Aniston Pate. The series puts promising up-and-coming songwriters who are prime for a publishing deal on display with three-song sets. Launched in 2008, the renowned series continues BMI’s commitment to nurture and develop songwriters at the...
Capitol Records recording artist Christian Hayes made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday, Feb. 1. Donning a Schott leather jacket designed by Dixon and Jack, embroidered with artwork inspired by his debut EP, Last I Love You, released last September, and inscripted with his nickname "The Lullaby Kid," Hayes performed two songs from the hallowed circle: "Home Sweet Home" and "LILY."...
Willie Nelson, Mark Rothbaum, Keith Wortman, Blackbird Presents, and Live Nation are thrilled to announce the Outlaw Music Festival 10th Anniversary Tour! The 2025 tour is the biggest Outlaw tour to date, featuring an unparalleled lineup of legends and superstars, including Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Sheryl Crow, Turnpike Troubadours, The Avett Brothers, Wilco, The...
Big Yellow Dog Music has signed Ethan Garner to their artist and songwriting roster.The rising country artist has gained traction on social media and earned a slot opening for Travis Denning. Garner will be releasing new music later this year. “From the second I saw Ethan, I knew he was something special,” says Carla Wallace, Co-Owner and CEO of Big Yellow...
River House Artists, in partnership with Sony Music Publishing Nashville, has signed Hudson Westbrook to a global publishing deal. The Texas native has made a name for himself in just eight months of releasing original music, earning over 140 million global streams and averaging over 10 million streams a week. Westbrook will be headlining nationwide on his nearly sold-out “Take...
Prominent country music brand Country Swag proudly partners with reputable NYC hotspot, Common Ground to bring Common Country NYC to life. Located at 344 3rd Ave, New York, this bar and event space brings southern flair and country music sentiments to the heart of New York City. When Common Country opened in early December, hundreds of locals, professionals, and influencers...
Teri Nelson Carpenter (CEO), Madison Policastri (A&R Manager), and Cooper Carr (Producer/A&R Coordinator) have launched a new publishing division under the parent company Reel Muzik Werks called 507 Publishing. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, 507 Publishing will be home to writers, artists, and producers in the Country, Pop, Rock, and Contemporary Christian Music markets. Teri Nelson Carpenter launched the parent company,...
Dalton Davis has signed an exclusive, global publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Nashville. Davis’ music reflects his personal growth and struggles from a life marked with adversity and perseverance. He has turned heads with two recent releases, “Made For Tennessee” and “Sit Crooked,” which is approaching half a million streams in just over a month since its release. “Dalton’s authenticity,...
SiriusXM has announced The 615 Studio Sessions, a new series set to broadcast on SiriusXM’s The Highway. The program will showcase live performances and Q&A segments featuring country music artists. The 615 Studio Sessions, presented by Wayfair, will offer fans and SiriusXM subscribers an exclusive VIP experience. Attendees will have the chance to enjoy live, intimate performances, as well as...
365 days after making their debut as a band to 100 people in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Kentucky six-piece Ole 60 debuted on the Grand Ole Opry stage this weekend, playing to over 4,400 people on Saturday night (1/25). The boys from Hawesville delivered, meeting the moment with a packed-out crowd hanging on their every word, starting with “Thoughts of You” from...
