Industry Ink: Jesse Atwell, Cody Johnson, Eric Church, More
Jesse Atwell Launches Atwell Management
Jesse Atwell
Jesse Atwell has launched Atwell Management, a new artist management firm. Prior to launching his new company, he held positions at Sony Music Entertainment, Triple 8 Management and Razor & Tie Records. Most recently, he was CMO at SongVest.
“I look forward to serving talented artists who seek to make change and challenge the status quo,” says Atwell. “It’s more important than ever—in this rapidly changing landscape—to utilize all available tools, strategies, and resources to break new artists and grow existing careers. Atwell Management is committed to using data and cutting-edge marketing strategies to serve artists in new and engaging ways to help them grow their overall businesses.”
Atwell can be reached at jesse@atwellmgmt.com.
Cody Johnson Performs National Anthem at 2024 MLB All-Star Game
Cody Johnson Performed National Anthem at MLB All-Star Game on July 17 at Globe Life Field. Photo: Jay Trevino
Cody Johnson performed the National Anthem at the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas last night (July 17).
He will return to the home of the Texas Rangers when he brings his “Leather Tour” to the stadium on Nov. 9. Jon Pardi joins the date as special guest.
Eric Church’s SiriusXM Outsiders Radio Makes Its IndyCar Debut
Eric Church with the No. 60 Honda Indy Car of Meyer Shank Racing. Photo: Meyer Shank Racing
Eric Church was at the Indy Car races in Iowa Speedway last weekend, where he checked 0ut the No. 60 Honda Indy Car of Meyer Shank Racing, which bore the logo of his SiriusXM channel, Outsiders Radio.
SiriusXM’s Outsiders Radio channel is curated by Church himself, and is a journey through his musical experiences and showcases music from his career, including his vast catalog of nearly two decades. Prior to having his own SiriusXM channel, Church hosted an exclusive monthly show, Outsiders Radio, that launched in 2015 on SiriusXM’s The Highway.
Chris Janson Closes Out Hodag Country Festival
Chris Janson performs at the Hodag Country Festival
Chris Janson recently closed out the Hodag Country Festival, where the fans were in high spirits chanting along to every word of his multi-Platinum hit “Buy Me A Boat.” While finishing his set, he invited all side-stage and VIP attendees to join him on stage to join in the fun.
“Country music is for the fans, and I have the best fans! This is real America,” said Janson. “This is real country music. The energy all around me felt so united and wonderful I just decided to have them all on stage.”
Avery Anna Hosts Immersive Breakup Over Breakfast Event
Avery Anna with fans
Avery Anna hosted a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience on Tuesday (July 16) that gave attendees a peek inside the world of her forthcoming debut album, Breakup Over Breakfast, out this Friday (July 19).
The all-day event at FlyghtHouse in Nashville welcomed industry partners and influencers on a self-guided, open-house walk-through exploring each uniquely themed floor: Sweet, Sour & SAVERY. Anna also invited a select number of lucky fans to attend an exclusive “AntipiTEAparty” at day’s end, featuring a first-listen of her album from start to finish.
