Industry Ink: Lainey Wilson, Louisiana Grandstand, Bryan Sutton, More

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CMHOFM Hosts Panel Discussion With Lainey Wilson & Collaborators on Style and Branding

Pictured (L-R): Museum writer-editor Jon Freeman, CeCe Dawson, Lainey Wilson and Raina Gir at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Photos: Mary Caroline Russell for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum hosted a panel discussion with Lainey Wilson and two of her main creative collaborators, CeCe Dawson and Raina Gir, over the weekend. The program explored how Wilson’s style and branding have evolved as her profile has grown. The program was offered in support of the museum’s exhibition Lainey Wilson: Tough as Nails. The exhibit will run until June 2026.

 

Inaugural Louisiana Grandstand Artist Ambassador Program Taps Jordan Davis & Kix Brooks

Jordan Davis & Kix Brooks

The inaugural Louisiana Grandstand Artist Ambassador Program has tapped Shreveport natives Jordan Davis and Kix Brooks as its 2025 mentors. Launched this past August, the program will pair one established talent mentor with one rising local artist mentee for one calendar year. Mentees will be chosen by a board of advisors of music industry professionals.

“I’m honored to be part of the Louisiana Grandstand Ambassador Program’s inaugural year, and proud to play a part in ushering in the next generation of musical talent from my home state,” says Davis.

“I, more than most, understand the importance that local venues like The Louisiana Grandstand have in supporting homegrown talent. As a Bossier/Shreveport native, I’m honored to join fellow native Jordan Davis in the first year of the Artist Ambassador Program,” adds Brooks.

 

Bryan Sutton Partners With Mountain Home, Readies ‘From Roots To Branches’

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Bryan Sutton is set to release his first recordings in nearly a decade, From Roots to Branches, via Mountain Home Music Company. The new series of duets features Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, Sierra Hull, Jake Workman, Chris Eldridge, Cody Kilby, Trey Hensley, Joe Bonamassa, Tommy Emmanuel, Doc Watson and Tony Rice.

“It’s been fun to dive back into this idea of who I wanted to record with, what we would record, how we would do it,” Sutton shares.

 

The Women Of Country To Celebrate 10th Anniversary At 3rd & Lindsley


The Women of Country will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Sept. 18 3rd & Lindsley. The show will be hosted by founder Nicole Marchesi and iHeartRadio’s Brooke Taylor, and feature Alli Walker, Kaylee Rose, Jenna Davis, Sophia Scott, Hailey Verhaalen, Jacquie Roar, Sarah Morey and Tezza.

“When I started The Women of Country in 2015, I never imagined the impact it would have. 10 years later, I’m filled with gratitude for the support we’ve received and the incredible community of women who continue to break barriers in country music,” shares Marchesi, Founder of The Women of Country.

Tickets are available now. 

 

Pedigree Foundation To Host Annual ‘Dogtober’ Writers Round


The Pedigree Foundation will host its annual “Dogtober” Writers Round on Oct. 1 at 3rd & Lindsley. Sponsored by Hillman Group and Pinnacle Financial Partners, the event will be emceed by Danielle Breezy (WKRN’s Chief Meteorologist) and Joe Breezy (Mix 92.9) and feature hit songwriters Jamie O’Neal, Jamie Floyd and Carolyn Dawn Johnson.

All proceeds will benefit Pedigree Foundation’s disaster relief efforts. Tickets are available now.

“We’re proud to host our annual Dogtober Writers Round once again this year,” said Deb Fair, Executive Director of Pedigree Foundation. “This event is more than a night of music – it’s a lifeline for pets in need. Through the support this event generates, Pedigree Foundation Disaster Relief Grants give shelters and rescues the ability to mobilize quickly with food, medical care and safe shelter for dogs impacted by disasters. Acting fast is what saves lives when every moment counts.”

 

Soundstripe Adds Jelena Grozdanich As Sync Director

Jelena Grozdanich.

Soundstripe has added Jelena Grozdanich as its Sync Director.

“Soundstripe is building one of the most inspiring music libraries by empowering independent artists and fueling authentic storytelling across all visual media,” Grozdanich says. “I’m excited to champion a community where real artistry drives creative opportunities and helps musicians thrive.”

Over the course of her career, Grozdanich has worked with a wide range of artists including Beyoncé, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Harry Styles, Hozier, Tyler, The Creator and Miley Cyrus. She has placed music in TV shows (The Bear, Love Island, Euphoria, and Ted Lasso), films (John Wick: Chapter 4), video games (Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto), as well as advertisements and promos (Apple TV+, HBO Max, ESPN, and TikTok).

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