Industry Ink: George Strait, Vince Gill, Clint Black, Mackenzie Carpenter, More

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Moody Center Dedicates New Backstage Lounge To George Strait

Pictured (L-R): Louis Messina (MTG), Jeff Nickler (Moody), George Strait, Casey Sparks (Moody) and Hannah Baker (Moody).

Moody Center has unveiled a new backstage lounge dedicated to George Strait during his final weekend at the arena named  “The Troubadour,” in honor of his GRAMMY-winning album. The lounge features a refurbished vintage jukebox programmed with his extensive catalogue, a burnt orange pool table, a restored neon sign and carefully curated décor.

“This lounge is more than just a space—it’s a tribute to an artist whose music and presence helped define the Moody Center from day one,” says Jeff Nickler, President of Oak View Group Austin, and General Manager of the arena. “We’re proud to honor him in a way that will be experienced for years to come.”

 

Vince Gill Appears On NPR‘s Tiny Desk

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Vince Gill recently stopped by NPR‘s Tiny Desk series. During the set, he played “One More Last Chance,” “Whenever You Come Around,” “Heroes,” “When a Soldier Dies” and “Go Rest High on That Mountain.”

Accompanying him was John Meador, John Jarvis, Jimmie Lee Sloas and Billy Thomas.

 

Clint Black & Lisa Hartman Black Attend Premiere For When I Said I Do

Clint Black & Lisa Hartman Black. Photo: James Coletta

Clint Black and Lisa Hartman Black recently attended the premiere celebration for new Lifetime movie When I Said I Do at The Franklin Theatre. The movie is inspired by the couple’s duet of the same name.

Black and Hartman Black served as Executive Producers on the film and also make appearances as themselves, portraying hosts of a relationship podcast that influences the emotional journey of the main characters. When I Said I Do premieres this Saturday (May 23) at 7 p.m. CT.

 

Mackenzie Carpenter Partners With Beer Girl

Mackenzie Carpenter. Photo: Brenna Marie

Mackenzie Carpenter has partnered with Beer Girl, the gluten-reduced, low-ABV beer brand founded by Caroline and Griffin Foulk. Carpenter marks the brand’s first national partnership. The partnership kicked off with the beer being featured in Carpenter’s latest music video, “High Pony.” The brand will also appear throughout Carpenter’s upcoming tours with Riley Green and Jason Aldean.

“Partnering with Beer Girl felt super natural to me because our vibes were already so aligned. We’re both really passionate about creating a community that is empowering and always fun,” says Carpenter. “When I met Caroline, I instantly felt her energy and knew I wanted to be part of what she’s building.”

 

Hope On The Row Raises $19,000 At Sold-Out Nashville Benefit

Hope on the Row hosted its second annual Rounds for Hope benefit concert on May 12 at Riverside Revival. The sold-out event raised $19,000 in support of the organization’s ongoing outreach operations serving Nashville’s unhoused community. This year’s Rounds for Hope featured performances by Ava Suppelsa, Lauren Eliza, Lucy Voll, Ryan Hurd, Summer Overstreet and Jimmy Robbins, and was hosted by Ty Bentli.

Founded in 2020 by Suppelsa during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Hope on the Row began by delivering essential supplies and meals to individuals experiencing homelessness in downtown Nashville. Today, the organization serves more than 150 people every Sunday and has provided over 36,000 meals and distributed more than 10,000 pounds of clothing since its founding.

 

I C RED Signs With Riser House Rock

Pictured (L-R): Samual Ocheltree (I C Red), Jordan Mattacchione (I C Red), Jim Kaufman (Producer), Jason Martin (Pres Riser House Rock), Jennifer Johnson (Founder Riser House Entertainment), Kelly Flusk (I C Red), Sofia Barbetta (Dir of Artist Dev & Digital Marketing, Riser House Rock), Robert Reimer (I C Red) and Alex Heimerman (Head of Marketing & Label Strategy, Riser House Entertainment).

Industrial-leaning rock project I C RED has signed with Riser House Rock.

“I C RED’s commanding presence, distinctive sound, and style immediately set them apart in the rock and alt-rock universe,” says Jason Martin, President of Riser House Rock. “At Riser House Rock, we sign artists we believe in completely, and signing I C RED was an easy decision. We’re proud to welcome them to the roster and can’t wait for the world to hear and see what’s coming.”

“Riser House Rock believed in our vision from the moment we met, and that means everything to us,” add I C RED. “They understand not only our music, but also the world we’re building around I C RED. The entire team is genuine, down-to-earth, and clearly driven by a love for music and their artists. It feels like a true partnership, and we’re excited to build this together and show the world what we have in store.”

 

Parker Brand Inks With Asphalt Music Group

Parker Brand

Country artist Parker Brand has signed with Asphalt Music Group. Alongside the signing, he will release his debut single “More Cigarettes” on June 5. The track was written and produced by Aaron Chesling and combines traditional country with a contemporary edge.

“This song is personal,” says Brand. “Being a story telling artist, when given the opportunity to be a part of this song there was an immediate connection to the story itself and incredibly relatable to how I grew up amongst family and culture. This song is a like hug from my grandmother who is no longer with us physically.”

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