EMI Nashville Builds Promotion Staff

Senior Vice President Promotion Steve Hodges announces three new EMI Records Nashville staffers today: Chuck Swaney (Director of Promotion, Mid/Southwest), Trudie Daniell (Director of Promotion, Southeast) and Ron Bradley (Director of Promotion, West Coast). Beginning Monday, April 5 all three will work as a liaison between the label and country radio stations across the U.S.

“Chuck brings us a wealth of valuable experience and passion,” said Hodges. “He’s developed great relationships at country radio. I’m very excited at his enthusiasm for EMI Nashville!” Chuck was most recently at Bigger Picture Entertainment where he was a promotion executive. He will be based in Nashville, TN.

“Trudie is a stalwart regional with an infectious personality,” commented Hodges. “Her work ethic is second to none. We are lucky to be able to add her to this brand new staff!” Trudie joins the label from 9 North Records where she was the director of promotion SE/SW. She will be based in Atlanta, GA.

“Ron’s wide range of experience is a huge attribute,” added Hodges. “He is very passionate and proud of our format. We’re elated to add him to our EMI Nashville team and ready to kick start this new venture!” Ron previously held the title of President at R. Bradley Artist & Project Development. He will be based in San Diego, CA.

All three Regionals will report to both Senior Vice President Promotion Steve Hodges and EMI Records Nashville Vice President Promotion Angela Lange. A Northeast regional for EMI Records Nashville will be announced soon.