Ethan Hawke And Alessandro Nivola To Portray Louvin Brothers In New Film, ‘Satan Is Real’

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Actors Ethan Hawke and Alessandro Nivola will be starring in a Louvin Brothers depiction named after a notorious Louvin Brothers album, Satan Is Real, as reported by Variety.

Long-time friends Hawke and Nivola will play Country Music Hall of Fame members Charlie and Ira Louvin in the film directed by Phil Morrison. Using Charlie Louvin’s adaptation, Jon Raymond and Shelby Gaines are writing the screenplay. The film will be presented to buyers at the Cannes Film Festival.

The two actors have even recorded some of the Louvin Brothers’ work—who were known for their tight ‘blood harmonies’—to drum up interest for the film. In an interview with Variety, Hawke said of the Louvin Brothers’ musical style, “It’s such an important expression to us. It sounds both violent and beautiful and the music should be that. It’s aggressive, it’s electric, it’s strange. It’s not Brooklyn folk rock. It’s not wannabe cool guy country. It’s hillbilly gospel music.”

Ethan Hawke And Alessandro Nivola To Portray Louvin Brothers In New Film, ‘Satan Is Real’

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Actors Ethan Hawke and Alessandro Nivola will be starring in a Louvin Brothers depiction named after a notorious Louvin Brothers album, Satan Is Real, as reported by Variety.

Long-time friends Hawke and Nivola will play Country Music Hall of Fame members Charlie and Ira Louvin in the film directed by Phil Morrison. Using Charlie Louvin’s adaptation, Jon Raymond and Shelby Gaines are writing the screenplay. The film will be presented to buyers at the Cannes Film Festival.

The two actors have even recorded some of the Louvin Brothers’ work—who were known for their tight ‘blood harmonies’—to drum up interest for the film. In an interview with Variety, Hawke said of the Louvin Brothers’ musical style, “It’s such an important expression to us. It sounds both violent and beautiful and the music should be that. It’s aggressive, it’s electric, it’s strange. It’s not Brooklyn folk rock. It’s not wannabe cool guy country. It’s hillbilly gospel music.”

2019 MusicRow Awards Category Profile: Male Songwriter of the Year

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Following Monday’s (May 13) announcement of this year’s nominees for the 31st annual MusicRow Awards, we take a look at a newly-added category for this year’s awards, the Male Songwriter of the Year category. The MusicRow Awards will be presented at a private ceremony on June 26.

See the full list of MusicRow Awards nominees.

Winners are determined solely by MusicRow Magazine subscribers. Voting closes on May 21 at 5 p.m. If you do not have a subscription, you may subscribe to receive a ballot.

2019 Male Songwriter of the Year nominees:

Ross Copperman
“Born To Love You,” recorded by LANCO
“Get Along,” recorded by Kenny Chesney
“I’d Be Jealous Too,” recorded by Dustin Lynch
“Love Ain’t,” recorded by Eli Young Band
“Love Someone,” recorded by Brett Eldredge
“Living,” recorded by Dierks Bentley
“Woman, Amen,” recorded by Dierks Bentley
“World For Two,” recorded by King Calaway

Ashley Gorley
“Born To Love You,” recorded by LANCO
“Eyes On You,” recorded by Chase Rice
“Good Vibes,” recorded by Chris Janson
“I Don’t Know About You,” recorded by Chris Lane
“Life Changes,” recorded by Thomas Rhett
“Living,” recorded by Dierks Bentley
“Love Ain’t,” recorded by Eli Young Band
“Ridin’ Roads,” recorded by Dustin Lynch
“Rumor,” recorded by Lee Brice

Shane McAnally
“Burn Out,” recorded by Midland
“Down To The Honky Tonk,” recorded by Jake Owen
“Downtown’s Dead,” recorded by Sam Hunt
“Get Along,” recorded by Kenny Chesney
“I Don’t Remember Me (Before You),” recorded by Brothers Osborne
“Love Ain’t,” recorded by Eli Young Band
“Make It Sweet,” recorded by Old Dominion
“Mr. Lonely,” recorded by Midland
“Rainbow,” recorded by Kacey Musgraves
“Really Shouldn’t Drink Around You,” recorded by Teddy Robb
“Space Cowboy,” recorded by Kacey Musgraves

Chase McGill
“Break Up In The End,” recorded by Cole Swindell
“Dad’s Old Number,” recorded by Cole Swindell
“Lose It,” recorded by Kane Brown
“Short Skirt Weather,” recorded by Kane Brown
“Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset,” recorded by Luke Bryan
“The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home,” recorded by Justin Moore
“When Someone Stops Loving You,” recorded by Little Big Town

Josh Osborne
“Born To Love You,” recorded by LANCO
“Burn Out,” recorded by Midland
“Downtown’s Dead,” recorded by Sam Hunt
“Get Along,” recorded by Kenny Chesney
“Hotel Key,” recorded by Old Dominion
“Kiss Somebody,” recorded by Morgan Evans
“Mr. Lonely,” recorded by Midland
“One Man Band,” recorded by Old Dominion
“One That Got Away,” recorded by Michael Ray
“Really Shouldn’t Drink Around You,” recorded by Teddy Robb
“Things That We Drink To,” recorded by Morgan Evans
“Turnin’ Me On,” recorded by Blake Shelton
“World For Two,” recorded by King Calaway

Kevin Welch
“Millionaire,” recorded by Chris Stapleton

2019 MusicRow Awards Category Profile: Male Songwriter of the Year

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Following Monday’s (May 13) announcement of this year’s nominees for the 31st annual MusicRow Awards, we take a look at a newly-added category for this year’s awards, the Male Songwriter of the Year category. The MusicRow Awards will be presented at a private ceremony on June 26.

See the full list of MusicRow Awards nominees.

Winners are determined solely by MusicRow Magazine subscribers. Voting closes on May 21 at 5 p.m. If you do not have a subscription, you may subscribe to receive a ballot.

2019 Male Songwriter of the Year nominees:

Ross Copperman
“Born To Love You,” recorded by LANCO
“Get Along,” recorded by Kenny Chesney
“I’d Be Jealous Too,” recorded by Dustin Lynch
“Love Ain’t,” recorded by Eli Young Band
“Love Someone,” recorded by Brett Eldredge
“Living,” recorded by Dierks Bentley
“Woman, Amen,” recorded by Dierks Bentley
“World For Two,” recorded by King Calaway

Ashley Gorley
“Born To Love You,” recorded by LANCO
“Eyes On You,” recorded by Chase Rice
“Good Vibes,” recorded by Chris Janson
“I Don’t Know About You,” recorded by Chris Lane
“Life Changes,” recorded by Thomas Rhett
“Living,” recorded by Dierks Bentley
“Love Ain’t,” recorded by Eli Young Band
“Ridin’ Roads,” recorded by Dustin Lynch
“Rumor,” recorded by Lee Brice

Shane McAnally
“Burn Out,” recorded by Midland
“Down To The Honky Tonk,” recorded by Jake Owen
“Downtown’s Dead,” recorded by Sam Hunt
“Get Along,” recorded by Kenny Chesney
“I Don’t Remember Me (Before You),” recorded by Brothers Osborne
“Love Ain’t,” recorded by Eli Young Band
“Make It Sweet,” recorded by Old Dominion
“Mr. Lonely,” recorded by Midland
“Rainbow,” recorded by Kacey Musgraves
“Really Shouldn’t Drink Around You,” recorded by Teddy Robb
“Space Cowboy,” recorded by Kacey Musgraves

Chase McGill
“Break Up In The End,” recorded by Cole Swindell
“Dad’s Old Number,” recorded by Cole Swindell
“Lose It,” recorded by Kane Brown
“Short Skirt Weather,” recorded by Kane Brown
“Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset,” recorded by Luke Bryan
“The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home,” recorded by Justin Moore
“When Someone Stops Loving You,” recorded by Little Big Town

Josh Osborne
“Born To Love You,” recorded by LANCO
“Burn Out,” recorded by Midland
“Downtown’s Dead,” recorded by Sam Hunt
“Get Along,” recorded by Kenny Chesney
“Hotel Key,” recorded by Old Dominion
“Kiss Somebody,” recorded by Morgan Evans
“Mr. Lonely,” recorded by Midland
“One Man Band,” recorded by Old Dominion
“One That Got Away,” recorded by Michael Ray
“Really Shouldn’t Drink Around You,” recorded by Teddy Robb
“Things That We Drink To,” recorded by Morgan Evans
“Turnin’ Me On,” recorded by Blake Shelton
“World For Two,” recorded by King Calaway

Kevin Welch
“Millionaire,” recorded by Chris Stapleton

Tyler Childers Premieres New Track From Upcoming RCA Album ‘Country Squire’

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Tyler Childers has partnered with RCA Records for his upcoming new album, Country Squire, due out Aug. 2 (Hickman Holler Records/RCA). The album is available for pre-order, and the lead track from the project, “House Fire” premieres today. Produced by Sturgill Simpson and David Ferguson, the album was recorded at The Butcher Shoppe in Nashville and features nine new songs penned by Childers.

“I hope that people in the area that I grew up in find something they can relate to,” said Childers of the new project. “I hope that I’m doing my people justice and I hope that maybe someone from somewhere else can get a glimpse of the life of a Kentucky boy.”

In celebration of the release, Childers will embark on his extensive “Country Squire Run” headlining tour this Fall which will include stops at Los Angeles’ The Wiltern, Boston’s House of Blues, Washington D.C.’s The Anthem, Seattle’s Paramount Theatre, Atlanta’s The Tabernacle and Philadelphia’s The Fillmore, among several others. Tickets for the newly confirmed shows go on sale Thursday, May 23.

Since the release of his debut album Purgatory in 2017, Childers has been named “Emerging Artist of the Year” at the 2018 Americana Music Association Honors & Awards and has been featured on NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concert series and Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown. Additionally, he’s toured extensively across the world including over 130 sold-out headline shows as well as multiple dates supporting John Prine. He has also performed at several major festivals including Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Newport Folk Festival, Austin City Limits and Stagecoach.

Country Squire Track List:
1. Country Squire
2. Bus Route
3. Creeker
4. Gemini
5. House Fire
6. Ever Lovin’ Hand
7. Peace of Mind
8. All Your’n
9. Matthew

Tyler Childers Premieres New Track From Upcoming RCA Album ‘Country Squire’

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Tyler Childers has partnered with RCA Records for his upcoming new album, Country Squire, due out Aug. 2 (Hickman Holler Records/RCA). The album is available for pre-order, and the lead track from the project, “House Fire” premieres today. Produced by Sturgill Simpson and David Ferguson, the album was recorded at The Butcher Shoppe in Nashville and features nine new songs penned by Childers.

“I hope that people in the area that I grew up in find something they can relate to,” said Childers of the new project. “I hope that I’m doing my people justice and I hope that maybe someone from somewhere else can get a glimpse of the life of a Kentucky boy.”

In celebration of the release, Childers will embark on his extensive “Country Squire Run” headlining tour this Fall which will include stops at Los Angeles’ The Wiltern, Boston’s House of Blues, Washington D.C.’s The Anthem, Seattle’s Paramount Theatre, Atlanta’s The Tabernacle and Philadelphia’s The Fillmore, among several others. Tickets for the newly confirmed shows go on sale Thursday, May 23.

Since the release of his debut album Purgatory in 2017, Childers has been named “Emerging Artist of the Year” at the 2018 Americana Music Association Honors & Awards and has been featured on NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concert series and Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown. Additionally, he’s toured extensively across the world including over 130 sold-out headline shows as well as multiple dates supporting John Prine. He has also performed at several major festivals including Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Newport Folk Festival, Austin City Limits and Stagecoach.

Country Squire Track List:
1. Country Squire
2. Bus Route
3. Creeker
4. Gemini
5. House Fire
6. Ever Lovin’ Hand
7. Peace of Mind
8. All Your’n
9. Matthew

Clare Bowen Readies Self-Titled Solo Debut For Summer

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Clare Bowen, known for her role as Scarlett O’Connor on CMT/Hulu’s Nashville, is releasing her self-titled debut solo album on July 12 on BMG.

Produced and partially co-written by Josh Kaufman, the album includes contributions from Amy Wadge, Wyatt Durrette, Nathan Chapman, Lori McKenna, and more. Bowen also worked on the album with husband and longtime collaborator Brandon Robert Young, who co-wrote the majority of the album with her.

Album opener “Let It Rain” is a triumphant, soulful anthem about surviving life’s hardships and letting go of fear. “All The Beds I’ve Made” is a tender tribute to husband Young, and “Tide Rolls In” featuring Buddy Miller is a driving song about the inevitability of change, but the emotional peak of the record is gut-wrenching ballad “Warrior.”

“I grew up in a children’s hospital. A ways into writing the album, I realized I’d never written a song about the children that I lived with, most of whom didn’t get to grow up because we were in a terminal ward,” says Bowen of the inspiration for the song. “One of us passed away every single day. I watched a lot of children fight through hardships that no person should ever have to endure, and yet they were so incredibly brave. No matter what your troubles are, I want the ones who are still here to know they are not alone, and the ones that had to go on the next adventure early, that they will never, ever be forgotten.”

Bowen will embark on her own headlining tour this summer, including stops in NYC and Chicago, in addition to a special hometown show at Nashville’s City Winery. Clare will also be hosting a pre-show VIP Experience which will include an up close and personal Q&A, acoustic set, Meet & Greet photo and a signed item. Tickets & VIP Upgrades go on sale this Friday, May 17th at clarebowenofficial.com.

Clare Bowen 2019 Tour Dates:
7/29 – City Winery – New York, NY
7/30 – Birchmere – Alexandria, VA
7/31 – City Winery – Boston, MA
8/2 – City Winery – Nashville, TN
8/4 – City Winery – Chicago, IL

Clare Bowen Readies Self-Titled Solo Debut For Summer

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Clare Bowen, known for her role as Scarlett O’Connor on CMT/Hulu’s Nashville, is releasing her self-titled debut solo album on July 12 on BMG.

Produced and partially co-written by Josh Kaufman, the album includes contributions from Amy Wadge, Wyatt Durrette, Nathan Chapman, Lori McKenna, and more. Bowen also worked on the album with husband and longtime collaborator Brandon Robert Young, who co-wrote the majority of the album with her.

Album opener “Let It Rain” is a triumphant, soulful anthem about surviving life’s hardships and letting go of fear. “All The Beds I’ve Made” is a tender tribute to husband Young, and “Tide Rolls In” featuring Buddy Miller is a driving song about the inevitability of change, but the emotional peak of the record is gut-wrenching ballad “Warrior.”

“I grew up in a children’s hospital. A ways into writing the album, I realized I’d never written a song about the children that I lived with, most of whom didn’t get to grow up because we were in a terminal ward,” says Bowen of the inspiration for the song. “One of us passed away every single day. I watched a lot of children fight through hardships that no person should ever have to endure, and yet they were so incredibly brave. No matter what your troubles are, I want the ones who are still here to know they are not alone, and the ones that had to go on the next adventure early, that they will never, ever be forgotten.”

Bowen will embark on her own headlining tour this summer, including stops in NYC and Chicago, in addition to a special hometown show at Nashville’s City Winery. Clare will also be hosting a pre-show VIP Experience which will include an up close and personal Q&A, acoustic set, Meet & Greet photo and a signed item. Tickets & VIP Upgrades go on sale this Friday, May 17th at clarebowenofficial.com.

Clare Bowen 2019 Tour Dates:
7/29 – City Winery – New York, NY
7/30 – Birchmere – Alexandria, VA
7/31 – City Winery – Boston, MA
8/2 – City Winery – Nashville, TN
8/4 – City Winery – Chicago, IL

Sony Music Nashville Names Bo Martinovich Director, Artist Development

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Bo Martinovich

Columbia Nashville Director, Midwest Promotion Bo Martinovich has been named to the newly-created role of Director, Artist Development at Sony Music Nashville, effective immediately.

In his new role, Martinovich will report to Executive Vice President, Promotion & Artist Development Steve Hodges and will work in conjunction with all departments to create, implement, and evaluate new artist development strategies.

“I’m thrilled to accept this exciting, dream challenge,” said Martinovich. “Honestly, Sony Music has been part of my life even before I was born! It’s always been, and always will be, about the artists and the music. No matter the technology or delivery systems, it’s always going to be about the creative process, and I couldn’t be more thankful to Shane Allen for his leadership during my time at Columbia Nashville, and to Steve Hodges, Ken Robold, and Randy Goodman for this new unBOlievable opportunity!”

Martinovich, a Middle Tennessee State University alumnus, joined Sony Music Nashville in 1999 as an executive assistant after interning with the company’s marketing department. Martinovich has worked as a Midwest Promotion rep for Columbia Nashville since 2005. He was previously Midwest Promotion Manager for Epic/Monument and National Country Promotion Manager for Sony Nashville. Throughout his career, he has worked with stars including Luke Combs, Dixie Chicks, Tyler Farr, Miranda Lambert, Montgomery Gentry, Maren Morris, and Mitchell Tenpenny. He will continue to oversee Midwest promotions for Columbia Nashville until a replacement is named.

Sony Music Nashville Names Bo Martinovich Director, Artist Development

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Bo Martinovich

Columbia Nashville Director, Midwest Promotion Bo Martinovich has been named to the newly-created role of Director, Artist Development at Sony Music Nashville, effective immediately.

In his new role, Martinovich will report to Executive Vice President, Promotion & Artist Development Steve Hodges and will work in conjunction with all departments to create, implement, and evaluate new artist development strategies.

“I’m thrilled to accept this exciting, dream challenge,” said Martinovich. “Honestly, Sony Music has been part of my life even before I was born! It’s always been, and always will be, about the artists and the music. No matter the technology or delivery systems, it’s always going to be about the creative process, and I couldn’t be more thankful to Shane Allen for his leadership during my time at Columbia Nashville, and to Steve Hodges, Ken Robold, and Randy Goodman for this new unBOlievable opportunity!”

Martinovich, a Middle Tennessee State University alumnus, joined Sony Music Nashville in 1999 as an executive assistant after interning with the company’s marketing department. Martinovich has worked as a Midwest Promotion rep for Columbia Nashville since 2005. He was previously Midwest Promotion Manager for Epic/Monument and National Country Promotion Manager for Sony Nashville. Throughout his career, he has worked with stars including Luke Combs, Dixie Chicks, Tyler Farr, Miranda Lambert, Montgomery Gentry, Maren Morris, and Mitchell Tenpenny. He will continue to oversee Midwest promotions for Columbia Nashville until a replacement is named.