Amid a surge of momentum, Andrew Martinez has dropped his latest release, “Fragile Man,” today, Friday, May 8. Rooted in the sound that's defined him so far, the track stands on its own as a must-listen and has a way of staying with you long after it ends. Built on simple, yet ear-catching instrumentation, the track reflects on the feelings...
Rising artist Kenny Whitmire has signed with MCA, unveiled his new track “One Foot In The Grave,” and announced his debut EP, Fool In A King Size Bed, will arrive on June 12. “Signing with MCA is one of those moments you dream about as a kid,” shares Whitmire. “To finally be here, putting out ‘One Foot In The Grave’...
FNGRPRNT has signed rising artist Big Mo, who also joins Independent Artist Group for worldwide representation, working with agents Joshua Rittenhouse and Kyle Carter. Focused on developing culturally relevant artists beyond country alone, FNGRPRNT’s roster also includes Graham Barham, Adrien Nunez and Matt Schuster. Raised in Augusta, Georgia, Big Mo blends country and rap into a sound rooted in the...
Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville has renewed its global publishing deal with Riley Green. This comes on the heels of a standout year for Green, who took home Single, Song, and Music Video of the Year for his hit collaboration with Ella Langley, “you look like you love me,” at the 2025 CMA Awards. Green is also up for four...
The annual Key West Songwriters Festival presented by BMI celebrated its 30th anniversary this past week, hosting more than 250 creatives across various genres and offering more than 80 shows in five days. The Key West Songwriters Festival has served as a place of discovery since its inception as BMI continues to nurture and maintain relationships with music creators at every...
On Friday, May 1, New Mexico-born troubadour Tyce Delk dropped his latest release “Mind If I Smoke," which was penned by Dan Alley, Drake Milligan and Neil Medley. “I've been trying to expand my catalog of songs to experiences that maybe I'm not going through, but listeners can relate to," shares Delk. "When I heard 'Mind If I Smoke' for the first...
Today, April 29, Big Machine Records announces the signing of Country and Americana singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Naomi Carman. “From the moment I met Naomi, I felt I’d met a timeless artist,” said Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Scott Borchetta. “Her depth and knowledge of her craft, her deep understanding of the roots of Country, Rockabilly and Rock ’n’ Roll,...
BMG and Concord have announced a definitive agreement to combine their businesses. Operating under the BMG name, the combined company will bring together two highly complementary businesses to establish a scaled, global company delivering superior service to artists, songwriters, and partners – firmly grounded in an independent, artist-first model. The combination comes amid significant transformation in the global music market,...
Jacob Hackworth officially made his Country radio debut with his single “What Took You So Long,” which he co-wrote with Jaxson Free, Steph Jones and Daniel Ross. The singer-songwriter came face to face with a record-breaking 96 adds on impact and 131 total first week stations, marking the highest one-week total for a new artist’s debut single at Country radio. “This is one of...
Avery Anna has been named the 2026 New Female Artist of the Year Winner by the Academy of Country Music, joining the ranks of recent winners Ella Langley, Megan Moroney and Lainey Wilson. The first-time nominee was presented with the trophy by fellow country breakout and frequent collaborator Sam Barber on Sunday, April 26, following her performance at the Lone...
