Industry Pics: Dolly Parton, Tom Baldrica, Matt Mason, Brett Kissel

Midwest Communications Visits Dolly Parton’s Pure & Simple Tour

Midwest Communications Corporate Country Brand Strategist Tom Baldrica caught up with Dolly Parton in Hinckley, Minnesota, during Parton’s Pure & Simple Tour on Wednesday (July 20).

Tom Baldrica with Dolly Parton.

Matt Mason Signs With FOUR17 Management

Matt Mason, the winner of CMT’s Next Superstar in 2011, has signed an artist management deal with FOUR17 Entertainment.

“We are thrilled to have Matt on board our roster. He’s got a genuine country music sound and we have some big plans for him in the near future,” says FOUR17 owner Brandyn Steen.

Pictured (L-R): John Roberson, Buddy Lee Attractions; Matt Mason; Brandyn Steen, FOUR17 Entertainment.

Brett Kissel Performs At Windy City Smokeout

Brett Kissel brought his music to Windy City Smokeout earlier this month, where he performed crowd favorites “Airwaves” and “Started with a Song.” He had an impromptu meet & greet with fans after the show. Kissel will open for Brad Paisley on Saturday (June 30) at Klipsch Music Center in Indianapolis.

Ed Warm (Joe’s Bar, Joe’s Live, Bub City), with Brett Kissel. Photo: Splash PR

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