BMI’s ‘Rooftop On The Row’ Series Showcases Jackson Dean & Mae Estes

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Jackson Dean performing at BMI’s “Rooftop On The Row” series event. Photo: Aubrey Wise for BMI

BMI showcased Big Machine Label Group artists Jackson Dean and Mae Estes for its second “Rooftop On The Row” event of the year on Tuesday (May 14).

Mae Estes performing at BMI’s “Rooftop On The Row” series event. Photo: Aubrey Wise for BMI

Stormy weather did not impede the performances as over 500 industry professionals gathered at BMI’s Nashville office for live music and drinks provided by the evening’s sponsors Delta Air Lines, ONErpm, Texas Roadhouse, Topo Chico, White Claw and Gallagher Insurance.

After a set from DJ Smoke, BMI’s Mason Hunter welcomed Estes to the stage. The emerging songstress belted her breakout tune “Thinkin’ Bout Cheatin,'” along with her new single “What I Shoulda Done,” before closing with a unique rendition of Jessie J’s hit “Bang Bang.”

It was then Dean’s turn to take the mic. The rising singer-songwriter started his set with “Trailer Park” before moving into “Big Blue Sky” and “Heavens To Betsy.” Keeping the everyone on their feet for over an hour, he treated the crowd to tracks like “1971” before capping the night off with his chart-topper “Don’t Come Lookin’.”

Presented by George Dickel, the “Rooftop On The Row” series will return on July 16 with Ella Langley and Redferrin, followed by Josh Ross and Lauren Watkins on Aug. 13. The final event on Sept. 17 will officially kick off AmericanaFest. Those set to perform will be announced soon.

Pictured (L-R): BMI’s Clay Bradley, Nina Carter, Leslie Roberts, Jackson Dean, Mae Estes, BMI’s MaryAnn Keen, Claire Dodelin and Josh Tomlinson. Photo: Aubrey Wise for BMI

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