Industry Ink: SOLID, CRS360 Webinar, Steve Wariner, Country With Heart, Landon Barker

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SOLID Raises $13,800 For Nonprofits At 2026 Music Row Madness Fundraiser

Pictured (L-R): Leigh Ferro (SOLID), Alannah Schwartz (SOLID), Allie Nicolini (SOLID). Photo: Morgan Jergens

The Society of Leaders in Development (SOLID) recently raised $13,800 at Music Row Madness benefitting The L.O.V.E. Academy, Family Alliance in Music (FAM), Healing In The Margins, The Nashville Food Project, and The Aloe Family.

Teams representing Amazon Music, Citrin Cooperman, Curb Records, Endurance Music Group, FBMM, Ground Control Business Management, Reliant Talent Agency, The Orchard, UTA, and Warner Chappell Music competed throughout the evening while supporting the fundraising efforts. Ground Control was crowned the 2026 Music Row Madness winner.

 

CRB Releases New CRS360 Webinar ‘Country Coalition: Family Reunion or Family Feud?’

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Country Radio Broadcasters has released the latest installment of its CRS360 webinar series, “”Country Coalition: Family Reunion or Family Feud?,” which reveals some myth-busting data about how country music fans perceive songs and artists from different eras while examining the growing intersection between country and pop music, specifically through the recent proliferation of artist collaborations.

Moderated by Justin Chase, Chief Content Officer for Beasley Media Group, and RJ Curtis, Executive Director of CRB, the session explores key findings from the study and offers practical recommendations for achieving the ideal balance of music eras and styles in today’s country radio environment.

 

Steve Wariner Celebrates Opening Of Solo Art Exhibit At Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center

Bill Anderson and Steve Wariner

Steve Wariner recently celebrated the opening of his new exhibit, “The Flip Side: Paintings by Steve Wariner.” The exhibit, which runs June 21-July 26, features Wariner’s works in oil, acrylic, watercolor and mixed media, spanning more than 30 years.

“For me, painting has always been a kind of therapy,” says Wariner. “It’s my sanctuary and escape. I’ve been drawing and painting for as long as I’ve been making music. They both go back to the beginning.”

 

Country With Heart Event Donates To St. Jude for 12th Year

Country With Heart Founder/Host Bobby Marquez with St. Jude Representatives

The 12th annual Country With Heart for St. Jude benefit raised $30,000, taking the total monies raised over the 12-year run to more than $200,000.

“The miles these friends travel, both fans and stars, and their generosity is truly the heart of this event,” shares Founder/Organizer and Host, Bobby Marquez. “They come every year swapping hugs and enjoying dinner and photos together, cheering for the music and spreading the word, helping anyway they can. It is so humbling and just a remarkable night of goodwill we know is saving children thanks to the remarkable work of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.”

 

Landon Barker Inks With Big Loud Rock

Landon Barker. Photo: Cole Silberman

Landon Barker has inked with Big Loud Rock. He makes his label debut today (June 26) with the release of his first new music in two years, “If I Ever Talk To God.”

“Landon represents everything we love about the next generation of artists,” says Big Loud Co-Founder and President of Big Loud Rock Joey Moi. “He’s confident, hardworking, and committed to forging his own path. We believe this music is going to introduce listeners to a whole new side of him, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to Big Loud Rock.”

“It feels good to be starting this next chapter with Big Loud Rock,” adds Barker. “They really believe in what I’m building, and having a team that understands my vision makes me excited for everything that’s coming next.”

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