MusicRow Weekly (News, Charts, More…)

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This week’s edition of The MusicRow Weekly spotlights a mix of milestone achievements, meaningful industry recognition, and notable business moves that continue to shape Nashville’s music community. Click here to see the full edition.

Leading the headlines, Morgan Wallen has reached a historic benchmark, being named the RIAA’s highest certified country artist of all time. His impact stretches well beyond the genre, as he now stands as the third most-certified artist across all genres, trailing only Drake and Taylor Swift among solo acts.

The newsletter also celebrates a moment of well-earned recognition for veteran talent executive Donna Duncan, who has been named the second recipient of this year’s CMA Media Achievement Award. Duncan was surprised with the honor on Dec. 16, when Luke Bryan presented the news at KP Entertainment offices.

On the business front, Results Global continues to expand its footprint with the addition of two key team members. Kelly Ridgway has joined the Nashville-based full-service marketing agency as Global Marketing Lead and Head of its New York City office, while Abbey Kovacevich steps into the role of Manager of Marketing and Communications.

Acclaimed artist and songwriter Margo Price has signed a global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music Nashville.

Rounding out the week’s highlights, Back Blocks Music promoted Elizabeth Cook to Creative Director and welcoming Megan Clemens as Director of Digital Marketing alongside Laine Lonero as Marketing Coordinator.

iHeartMedia and Netflix have partnered in an exclusive video podcasting agreement for more than 15 original iHeartPodcasts, including Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast. New video podcast episodes will launch on Netflix in early 2026 in the US, with more markets to follow.

Riley Green has landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart, Mediabase Country Chart, and Canada Country Radio with “Don’t Mind If I Do (feat. Ella Langley),” marking his sixth No. 1 and his second consecutive self-penned chart-topper this year, following “Worst Way.” With “Worst Way” and “Don’t Mind If I Do” both reaching No. 1, Green becomes the first country artist to earn back-to-back solo-written No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country Airplay chart since Taylor Swift topped the charts with “Sparks Fly” (2011) and “Ours” (2012).

This week’s newsletter also featured a conversation with Prescription Song’s Chris Martignago.

In addition, the latest MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart is included. Ella Langley takes the No. 1 spot with “Choosin’ Texas.” Explore more chart data here.

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