Industry Ink: Dillon Carmichael, TapeSlate Productions, IBMA

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Dillon Carmichael Honored With FFA Blue Jacket

The National FFA Organization recognized country music artist Dillion Carmichael for his contributions to the agricultural community.

In a recent mini-documentary, The Blue Jacket, Carmichael received an FFA Blue Jacket as an honor, following the loss of his family’s home. As the official dress of the FFA, the corduroy jacket symbolizes faith, honor and pride for those serving their communities. A second jacket is rarely given out, yet after leveraging his musical career to advocate for local farmers, the FFA made an exception for Carmichael at last year’s National FFA Convention.

TapeSlate Launches Production & Photo Studio In Franklin

Full-service production collective TapeSlate Productions have unveiled their full-production and photo studio located at 1106 Harpeth Industrial Ct. in Franklin, Tennessee. Led by partners Bryson Sams, Porter Edwards and Dean Sams, TapeSlate’s services include creative, production and post production.

“We have specifically specialized in creating content for musicians, who are inherently creatives just like us, but express their art through a different medium,” explains Bryson. “I think these collaborations are imperative, and we work closely with our clients to help express their music through the visual medium.”

Recently TapeSlate partnered with the acclaimed chart-topping country band Lonestar for the music video for their latest single, “You Make Loving Fun.”

Elizabeth Dewey Joins IBMA As Administrative Manager

Elizabeth Dewey

Elizabeth Dewey has joined The International Bluegrass Music Association as Administrative Manager.

The Belmont University graduate began working with IBMA as an intern in 2021 and has continued to support IBMA staff, including onsite assistance at both the World of Bluegrass in 2023 as well as the IBMA Holiday Benefit Concert.

“I am thrilled to be joining the IBMA staff as Administrative Manager. My prior involvement with the organization has been fulfilling and meaningful, and I am thankful for the opportunity to continue working with such a wonderful team,” says Dewey. “I look forward to serving the bluegrass community through this important work.”

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