Industry Ink: Ashley McBryde, Russell Dickerson, The Crew, Josh Ross, More

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Ashley McBryde Performs at CMHOFM Annual Nightfall At The Hall Celebration

Pictured (L-R): Museum CEO Kyle Young, Museum Board Chair Jody Williams, Ashley McBryde, Troubadour Advisory Council Leadership Team Chair Elizabeth Lombardi, Director of Institutional Giving at the Museum Marie Bradshaw and VP of Development at the Museum Ben Hall. Courtesy of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Ashley McBryde recently performed at the annual Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Nightfall at the Hall Celebration for the museum’s Troubadour members.

Prior to McBryde’s performance, student artist Lily Braithwaite performed “Story of Her Life,” a song that she wrote during the museum’s 2025 summer songwriting camp. The 16-year-old Brentwood native has participated in museum programs for two years.

 

Russell Dickerson Surprised With Multiple Plaques At Sold-Out Tour Stop In Canada

Pictured (L-R): Sony Music Canada’s Julie Calabrese, Emily Thich, Warren Copnick, Dickerson, Lisa Logutenkow, Brooke Morgan. Photo: Thomas Heney

Russell Dickerson earned a No. 1 plaque in Canada for his hit single “Happen to Me”, which spent five consecutive weeks at No. 1, fueled by over 200 million global streams. Additionally, Dickerson has reached multiple certification milestones in Canada for YOURS (Platinum Album), “Yours” (4x Platinum Single), “Blue Tacoma” (3x Platinum), “Love You Like I Used To” (Platinum), “Home Sweet” (Gold), “God Gave Me A Girl” (Gold) and “She Likes It (Feat. Jake Scott)” (Platinum). He was recently surprised with plaques for his accomplishments at his sold-out RUSSELLMANIA tour stop.

 

The Crew Announces 15th Annual CMA Awards Viewing Party Benefiting Musicians On Call

Pictured (L-R, Back row): Fletcher Lyon, Jackson Kiger, Halle Bartlett, Emily Gene Baldridge, Markus Koger, Cheshire Rigler (Front row, L-R): Samantha Sarno, Julia Keefe, Leah Binkerd. Not pictured: Nicolette McCann, Nathan Thomas. Photo: Katie Larson.

The Crew, a group of 11 music industry executives, is set to host their 15th annual CMA Awards viewing party benefiting Musicians On Call on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. CT, returning to Tin Roof Nashville Downtown. Last year, the event raised $18k for Musicians On Call at the viewing party. Organizations interested in purchasing a sponsorship package this year should contact Emily Gene Baldridge (emily@hangyourhatmusic.com), Markus Koger (markus@smokingsectionpodcast.com) and Julia Keefe (julia@edgehillmusicpublishing.com).

“As we mark the 15th year of this special event, The Crew is grateful for the sponsors and community who make it possible,” shares The Crew. “We are excited to carry forward this tradition of supporting a meaningful cause while creating a memorable night celebrating the awards together.”

 

Josh Ross Makes U.S. National Tv Debut

Josh Ross. Photo: Austin Friedline

Josh Ross made his U.S. national TV debut this morning with a performance of his current country radio single “Hate How You Look” on Live! With Kelly & Mark.

Later this month, Ross will embark on a six-city support run with Dylan Scott stateside before he heads to London for two shows at The Camden Assembly. Ross will headline his 17-date tour across Canada starting Feb. 6, with direct support from Chandler Walters.

 

Noah Hicks Kicks Off Nationwide Children’s Hospital Tour

Noah Hicks and patient during visit.

As part of his “Small Town Does Tour,” Love Your Melon and TB1Fund have partnered with rising country artist Noah Hicks to coordinate hospital visits in tour cities where Hicks is set to perform.

“The Small Town Does Tour is about connection—real people, real stories, and real support,” shares Hicks. “Visiting these hospitals and giving kids something to smile about means more than anything I could do on stage.”

“Noah has always been about community and lifting others up through his music,” adds Braxton Battaglia, Founder of TB1Fund. “By combining the missions of Blythe, TB1Fund, and Love Your Melon with his tour, we’re able to create moments of joy for families who need it most.”

 

The Kody Norris Show Mural Unveiled In Mountain City

Pictured (L-R): Charlie Lowman, Mary Rachel Nalley-Norris, Kody Norris, Josiah Tyree of The Kody Norris Show. Photo: Dustin Nelson, Johnson County Tourism

Kody Norris and The Kody Norris Show were honored over the weekend with the official unveiling of a mural celebrating Norris in his hometown of Mountain City, Tennessee. The mural was painted by Tim White and the unveiling was the official kickoff for the 100th annual Mountain City Fiddlers’ Convention.

“I have never been so honored in my life when I stepped on that stage to see the finished mural and such a supportive community,” shares Norris. “I was born in Mountain City, Tennessee, and will always call it home. I am humbled and blessed. Thank you, everyone!”

 

Rooted In Rhythm To Host Texas Showcase


Rooted In Rhythm is set to host a showcase in McKinney, Texas on Oct. 18 featuring Pynk Beard, along with Maurice The Music, Amira Unplugged, Elsie, The Kentucky Gentlemen, Valerie Ponzio, Squeezebox Bandits, Adrian Garza and more.

A portion of ticket sales will go towards replacing instruments and creative supplies for kids and women who have lost them in natural disasters. Tickets and more information can be found here.

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