MusicRow Weekly (News, Charts, More…)

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This week’s MusicRow Weekly shines a spotlight on several major developments across Nashville’s music landscape, showcasing both industry evolution and a strong commitment to community care. Click here to see the full edition.

Singer-songwriter Matt Stell has deepened his relationship with Endurance Music Group, entering into a new joint venture label deal that builds on his already successful publishing alliance with the company.

Dierks Bentley has announced the launch of the Broken Branches Fund, a multi-year commitment to bolstering mental health support for the creative and touring communities. Administered in partnership with Music Health Alliance (MHA), the fund will provide mental health grants covering outpatient counseling and structured follow-up care for qualified individuals and their families. Bentley’s move underscores a growing awareness and responsibility within the industry to address mental well-being.

Big Machine Records has promoted Rachel Burleson to Senior Director of Streaming. Spirit Music Nashville has welcomed Nick Autry to its roster through a global publishing agreement.

Marketing agency RESULTS GLOBAL revealed formation of a new Digital & Social Media division. Spearheaded by Katrina Maddox as Head of Digital & Social, the team also includes Lindsey Parrish and Tess Schoonhoven as Social Media Managers, and Conner McEuen as Paid Media Manager.

The music business sees the debut of Gutt Law, PLLC,  founded by entertainment attorney Rachel Guttmann. The Nashville-based practice is joined by attorney Victoria Powell and Morgan Brasfield, who will serve as Head of Operations.

Kenny Chesney kicked off his much-anticipated Las Vegas residency at The Sphere with star-studded surprises. The opening night featured Kelsea Ballerini, who joined Chesney for emotional renditions of their chart-topping duet “Half Of My Hometown,” the fan-favorite “You & Tequila,” and an impromptu performance of “She Thinks My Tractor’s Sexy.” Grace Potter also took the stage during the weekend, reuniting with Chesney for another powerful delivery of “You & Tequila.”

Eric Church delivered back-to-back performances at The Pinnacle on May 23 and 24, offering a celebration of his latest project, Evangeline Vs. The Machine.

In addition, the latest MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart is included. Riley Green maintains his No. 1 spot for the fifth consecutive week with “Worst Way.” Explore more chart data here.

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