Little Big Town Adds Ryman Auditorium Residency Dates

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Due to high demand, Little Big Town has expanded its highly-anticipated Ryman Residency, “Little Big Town at the Mother Church,” with additional dates including July 28, July 29, and Nov. 27. Additional dates will be announced later in the year.

Little Big Town’s residency, the only year-long artist residency in the Ryman Auditorium’s 125-year history, was first announced alongside Nashville Mayor Megan Barry and Ryman Auditorium General Manager Sally Williams in November. Previously announced dates include Feb. 24-25, May 19-20, and Sept. 15-16. Each show will feature different support acts and surprise special guests, with opener Brent Cobb scheduled on Feb. 24 and Ashley Monroe scheduled on Feb. 25.

Tickets and special two-day packages for the newly-announced shows will go on sale Friday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. CT via ticketmaster.com and ryman.com and will be available online only. Pre-sale tickets will be available via littlebigtown.com/tour starting Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. CT. Tickets for the concerts will be $90.50, $60.50 and $50.50. Each ticket purchased to see Little Big Town at the Ryman includes one physical album of Little BigTown’s new album, The Breaker, scheduled to be released on Feb. 24, 2017.

 

Valory Music Co. Signs Delta Rae

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Pictured (L-R): Back Row – BMLG SVP A&R Allison Jones, Valory National Director Promotion Ashley Sidoti and SVP Promotion George Briner, Delta Rae’s Mike McKee, BMLG COO Andrew Kautz, Delta Rae’s Eric Holljes, BMLG VP A&R Julian Raymond, Delta Rae’s Manager Adam Schlossman. Front Row – Delta Rae’s Ian Holljes and Brittany Holljes, BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta, Delta Rae’s Liz Hopkins and Grant Emerson

The Valory Music Co. has signed North Carolina band Delta Rae to its roster. Liz Hopkins and Brittany Holljes front the six-piece band, whose harmonies are rounded out with Holljes’ brothers Eric (vocals, piano) and Ian (vocals, guitar) as well as Mike McKee (percussion) and Grant Emerson (bass). Delta Rae chose their moniker from a mythical story the Holljes siblings’ mother wrote about a Southern girl of the same name who summons the Greek gods to earth.

BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta commented, “The level of talent in Delta Rae goes to ’11’…There are no better singers or musicians anywhere and we’re so proud to add Delta Rae to the mighty Valory Music Co. artist roster.”

“We are thrilled to be part of the BMLG family!” shared Holljes on behalf of the band. “It’s a privilege to be working with Scott Borchetta and The Valory Music Co. We’re getting ready to release our best album yet and can’t wait for y’all to hear the warm, southern magic we’ve been crafting for you.”

A regular on the festival circuit since forming in 2009, Delta Rae’s larger-than-life performances earned coveted spots at Bonnaroo, Tortuga Music Festival, Austin City Limits, Hangout Fest, SXSW and Lollapalooza in addition to sold-out headlining tours. The band has received national attention with features in NPR, Washington Post and the New York Times as well as inclusion in Forbes‘ 30 Under 30 list.

When they are not on the road, brothers Ian and Eric hone their songwriting skills, generating a majority of the band’s writing credits as well as co-writing songs for notable acts like Rascal Flatts (“I Have Never Been To Memphis”) and Mike Posner (“Cooler Than Me”). Delta Rae is currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on their forthcoming album.

Delta Rae join Brantley Gilbert, Thomas Rhett, Justin Moore, Reba, Eli Young Band and Tara Thompson on the Big Machine Label Group imprint.

Borman Entertainment Elevates Two on Digital Team

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Lucia Kaminsky

Borman Entertainment has promoted Lucia Kaminsky and Sarah D’Hilly on the company’s digital team. The move comes after Cameo Carlson, former Head of Digital and Business Development at Borman, announced her plans to launch mtheory Nashville.

Kaminsky joined the team last year as Director of Digital and has now been upped to Head of Digital. She began her career with Walt Disney Entertainment in Brazil and has held positions as Project Coordinator for The Recording Academy/Memphis Chapter and Strategic Partnerships at Warner Music Nashville. In her new role, she will continue to advocate on behalf of the Borman roster for new and partner programs via Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, Google, Tidal, Facebook, and Snapchat and will also oversee content and business development.

Sarah D’Hilly has been elevated to Director of Digital Marketing, where she will oversee content strategy and digital press for the Borman roster. Previously serving as Fan Engagement Manager, D’Hilly has spent the last several years developing social media and eCommerce campaigns. She began her career with internships at Big Machine Label Group and New York-based boutique marketing company, People’s Revolution.

“Lucia and Sarah are a reflection of our investment in digital strategy and direct-to-fan engagement and have shown great commitment to our artists and mission. The channels of music discovery are ever evolving and I’m proud to continue our long history of mentoring and empowering the passionate while remaining at the forefront of marketing and technology,“ expressed Borman.

Sarah D’Hilly

The Band Perry To Release First Pop Album

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The Band Perry. Photo: Steven Klein

The Band Perry is set to release the trio’s first pop album, My Bad Imagination, on Interscope Records later this year.

The trio just released the first track from the project, “Stay In The Dark.” Produced by Benny Cassette (John Legend, Kanye West), the single marks a bold move for The Band Perry, known for their hits including “If I Die Young” and “DONE.”

For “Stay In Dark” the band fulfilled a career long dream of working with fashion photographer Steven Klein who is best known for shooting the likes of Kate Moss, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Rhianna, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, campaigns for Alexander Wang, Balenciaga, Balmain, Louis Vuitton, McQueen and more. The Band Perry were styled by creative director Nicola Formichetti who is currently the creative director for Diesel and has held similar positions at Mugler and Uniqlo.

The Band Perry will make their debut appearance on NBC’s Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon this Tuesday, Feb. 7, for their first live performance of “Stay In The Dark.” Questlove from The Roots will be joining them on drums.

“In the literal sense ‘Stay in the Dark’ is about getting close to the one you love, closing the curtains and escaping from the wilds of the world together for the night,” said Reid Perry. “For us though it has so many meanings, and we’re looking forward to see how our fans find themselves in it.”

“As we’ve been thinking about our transition from our last two albums to this one, I’ve interpreted lyrics more as metaphor with ‘I just want to stay in the dark’ meaning I want to stay romantic, imaginative and naïve,” said Kimberly Perry. “I want to believe in what I can’t see. I want to keep walking forward. Chances and bold moves are always the ones that carry you the furthest in life – and for most of us we’ve got to ignore the naysayers and just take the leap.”

“Creatively ‘Stay In The Dark’ brings forward some of the elements we’ve always been known for as The Band Perry, while introducing our fans to all the new sounds we’ve been working with,” added Neil Perry.

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CMT Public Voting Opens For NSAI Song Contest

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The 17th Annual Song Contest presented by CMT has presented its 11 finalists, each vying for the top prize, which includes $5,000 cash, a mentoring session with Capitol Nashville artist Charles Kelley, and additional prizes including a one-year single song contract with Round Hill Music, live performances at the 25th annual Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival and The Bluebird Cafe, a three-day trip to Nashville, and more.

Fans can vote for their favorite song through Feb. 28, 2017 by visiting nsai.cmt.com. Voting is limited to one vote per person per song during the length of the voting period.

17th Annual NSAI Song Contest Grand Prize Award Finalists:

Derek Austin and Marc Oriet from Nashville, TN
Sydney Cubit from Nashville, TN
Chloe Dolandis and Zach Ziskin from Delray Beach, FL
Bobby Evans, Tyler Lewis and Joe Bizelli from St. Louis, MO
John Robert Hemingway, Richie Sessions and Arianna Lyrist from Gallatin, TN
John Robert Hemingway and Richie Sessions from Gallatin, TN
Lauren McLamb and Trannie Stevens from Nashville, TN
Brian Payne from Nashville, TN
Jenny Ray from Nashville, TN
Kayley Nell Walker from Arlington, TX
Davis Weir and Doug Jones from Nashville, TN

Corporate partners for the contest include ASCAP, BMI, CMT, Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, SESAC, Southwest Airlines, Round Hill Music, HoriPro Entertainment and We Make Tapes & Discs.

Industry Signings: Absolute Publicity, C2 Media Relations, Spin Doctors Music Group

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Absolute Publicity Adds Lari White

Pictured (L-R): Lari White, Absolute Publicity’s Don Murry Grubbs.

Three-time Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Lari White has signed with Absolute Publicity for PR representation.

“We are very proud to welcome the great Lari White on-board as she enters her 25th year in the music business,” says Absolute Publicity President Don Murry Grubbs. “Singer, songwriter, producer, actress, author… she’s done it all. Lari’s upcoming release is her first in 13 years and after listening I can tell you it’s well worth the wait!”

Absolute Publicity is handling public relations for White’s upcoming double-disc EP, Old Friends, New Loves. The new project is slated for a Feb. 10 release with pre-sale orders available now at iTunes, Amazon and lariwhite.com.

 

C2 Media Relations Adds Andy Buckner

Andy Buckner

Recording artist Andy Buckner has been added to the C2 Media Relations roster. The 24-year-old’s gritty, soulful voice can be heard in 13 songs featured on FX’s Justified and Season 9 of NBC’s The Voice.

The C2 Media Relations roster also includes Smithfield, Lonestar, Trick Pony, Lucy Angel, Music City Light, CountryFlo Music Festival and more.

 

Spin Doctors Music Group’s SMG Records Adds Rutledge

Rutledge

Spin Doctors Music Group has signed Virginia-based band Rutledge to their artist roster on SMG Records.

Rutledge includes Adam Rutledge serving as lead vocalist and guitarist. Rutledge has shared the stage with many national acts including Lee Brice, Montgomery Gentry, Old Dominion, Brothers Osborne, LoCash, Eli Young Band, Cassadee Pope, David Nail, Rodney Atkins, Laura Alaina, and more.

“We’re excited about the new sound Rutledge brings to country radio and they will be a good fit for our SMG label roster; watch out for this group…they will be a force to reckon with,” said Al Brock, President/CEO of The Spin Doctors Music Group.

Spin Doctors Music Group was founded in 2010 as a radio promotion company, and has since evolved into an artist/label services company, with divisions including Spin Doctors Promotions, SMG Records, Next Generation Artist Management, Riverfront Promotions, Mockingbird Touring and Tour Support, and Next Generation Marketing. SDMG is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brock Entertainment Inc.

Craig Shelburne Joins Richlyn Marketing In VP Role

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Craig Shelburne

Richlyn Marketing has hired Craig Shelburne in the newly-created role of Vice President.

Shelburne has been part of the Nashville music industry for 20 years. He comes to Richlyn Marketing following his roles as General Manager at MusicRow Magazine and Senior Editor at CMT.com. He is currently writing the first-ever biography of Country Music Hall of Fame member Don Gibson, whose songwriting credits include “Sweet Dreams,” “Oh Lonesome Me” and “I Can’t Stop Loving You.”

At Richlyn Marketing, Shelburne will be part of the account team for Songbirds Guitar Museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee; Blue Rose Music artist Gwyneth Moreland; folk ensemble The Nell Robinson & Jim Nunally Band; and singer-songwriter Lindi Ortega.

“Craig and I have worked closely together on projects many times over the years, and I have always been impressed with his ability to capture our clients’ spirit in his writing. His creative thinking and insightful management skills are a brilliant addition to our fast-growing team,” says company co-founder Kate Richardson.

“We are thrilled to have Craig part of our team! His knowledge of current and classic music is such an asset to Richlyn Marketing,” says company co-founder Lynn Tinsey.

“I have always been impressed with the integrity of Richlyn Marketing,” Shelburne says. “Because they represent the Don Gibson American Music Foundation, I was able to see firsthand how hard they work for their clients. After spending a few months conducting interviews and research for the biography, I am grateful and honored to join the company.”

In addition to contributing to a number of national music publications, Shelburne has written scripts for the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Awards for the last two years. He has written multiple program books for the Academy of Country Music Awards, the American Music Awards and the Billboard Music Awards. In 2015, he wrote songwriter profiles and selected archival footage for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s education series Words & Music.

A Nebraska native, he received a journalism degree from Belmont University in Nashville.

BMG Inks Exclusive Publishing Deal With Netflix

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BMG has entered into an exclusive agreement with Netflix to manage and administer the network’s music publishing rights outside the United States. The agreement includes scores, transition cues, themes, and feature songs for all content owned by Netflix for its Netflix Originals, including TV series, feature films, documentaries, and other original content.

The world’s leading internet TV network, Netflix has over 93 million subscribers in over 190 countries who use the service to watch more than 125 million hours of TV, movies, and other content every day.

“It is an understatement to say we are excited to be working with Netflix,” said Zach Katz, BMG US President Repertoire & Marketing. “This agreement is a significant endorsement of the BMG team and platform from one of the most forward-thinking and innovative entertainment companies in the world. It also highlights the particular strength of Keith Hauprich (Deputy General Counsel, BMG US) and his film and TV publishing team.”

“After a long process of selecting the right partner for Netflix, we are delighted to be able to announce this new partnership with BMG and look forward to getting started with the team there,” said Dominic Houston, Director of Music Licensing at Netflix. “We were particularly impressed by the commercial and technology expertise of BMG, and are excited to see what opportunities we can develop together.”

Dickinson Wright Adds Entertainment Attorney Noah McPike

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Noah McPike

Dickinson Wright PLLC has hired Nashville-based entertainment attorney Noah McPike to join the firm’s Music Row office. McPike’s practice not only spans representation of independent and major label artists, writers, producers, and industry executives, but also new media, intellectual property and corporate clients.

McPike’s career work has included representing artists that have collectively sold more than 15 million albums worldwide, securing and negotiating major label/major independent label recording agreements, negotiating touring agreements and asset/catalog purchase agreements, and working extensively with entertainment and corporate clients to develop and protect their intellectual property rights through the procurement and licensing of copyrights and trademarks. Additionally, he has negotiated sponsorship, performance, and distribution and licensing agreements. McPike’s practice also includes corporate formation, and drafting and negotiating investment, operating and joint venture agreements.

“I have known Noah for quite a few years and have not only been friends with him but respected his work when he was on the other side of deals,” said Derek Crownover, Member, International Entertainment, Sports and Media Practice Group Leader. “He and I both gained great experience with Orville Almon in the past too. Noah will be a great addition and team member for our growing group on Music Row and we are very excited to have him here with this great team we are building.”

“I’ve been honored to represent some truly great people in Nashville and the music industry as a whole,” said McPike. “Joining a world class firm like Dickinson Wright, and having access to the firm’s vast array of resources, will allow me to continue providing services to my clients at the highest level. I am both humbled and thrilled to be joining Derek Crownover, a great lawyer and friend, and his amazing team.”

McPike received his law degree at the University of New Hampshire School of Law (formerly Franklin Pierce Law Center), and his undergraduate degree at the College of the Holy Cross.

McPike is an active member of Copyright Society of the South, has served on the Executive Council for the Tennessee Bar Association Sports and Entertainment Law Section, serves as a volunteer attorney for Tennessee Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts and is a regular speaker on the entertainment CLE circuits. McPike has also won the following awards: Super Lawyers® Rising Star (Mid-South) (2014 – 2016), Team Member award in the U.S. News & World Report®, – Best Lawyers – Tier 1 Law Firm in Entertainment Law – Music (2013 – 2016), and Honorary Member, UMKC Entertainment & Sports Law Society (2011).

McPike can be reached at [email protected] and (615) 577-9607 or at ext. 6607.