Industry Ink: Lainey Wilson, Carly Pearce, Cameron Whitcomb, More

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Lainey Wilson Joins Marty Stuart “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” Mural Unveiling In Mississippi

Photo: Courtesy of Congress of Country Music

Lainey Wilson joined Marty Stuart and community leaders last week for the unveiling of “Wildflowers and Wild Horses,” a new mural honoring Wilson in downtown Philadelphia, Mississippi. Created by artist A’Darrius Hanible, the mural takes its name and inspiration from Wilson’s hit song.

The unveiling is part of Stuart’s Congress of Country Music’s ongoing public art initiative, which brings country music’s history and cultural influence to life through murals honoring some of the genre’s most recognizable artists. Wilson attended the ceremony and addressed community members and fans gathered to celebrate the new installation. “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” joins a growing collection of murals throughout downtown Philadelphia honoring influential country music artists and songwriters.

 

Carly Pearce Closes Out ‘Honest Woman: Up Close’ Tour With Sold-Out NYC Show

Pictured (L-R): Kristin Chenoweth, Rita Wilson, Carly Pearce, Kelsea Ballerini and Belle Frantz. Photo: Julie Hubschman

Carly Pearce wrapped her “Honest Woman: Up Close” tour last week with a sold-out performance at New York City’s Gramercy Theatre. The setlist blended new tracks like “Dream Come True,” “You Can Have Him,” and “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay” with hits including “Never Wanted To Be That Girl,” “Should’ve Known Better,” and “Every Little Thing.” The audience was treated to a special surprise when Pearce welcomed fellow country superstar Kelsea Ballerini to the stage and the longtime friends treated the roaring crowd to a performance of their collaboration “You’re Drunk, Go Home” followed by a nostalgic cover of The Chicks’ classic “Cowboy Take Me Away.”

 

Atlantic Outpost Surprises Cameron Whitcomb With Gold Plaques

Pictured (L-R): Michael Hirschhorn (Atlantic), Laurel Cass (Atlantic), Lucy Bartozzi (Atlantic Outpost), Tim Gonzalez-Crane (The Core), Drew Maniscalco (Atlantic), Tony Talamo (Atlantic), JJ Jones (Atlantic Outpost), Adam Grossman (Atlantic), Cameron Whitcomb, Kevin “Chief” Zaruck (The Core), Simon Tikhman (The Core), Ian Cripps (Atlantic Outpost / Atlantic), Dan Dymtrow (The Core) and Jeff Levin (Atlantic Outpost / Atlantic). Photo: Courtesy of Atlantic Outpost

Cameron Whitcomb recently performed a sold-out show at The Wiltern in LA, and following the performance, which included the live debut of his song “Set Me Free” from the Nobody Wants This Season 3 Soundtrack, Atlantic Outpost and The Core Entertainment surprised him backstage with a plaque presentation celebrating the Gold Certifications for his hit singles “Quitter” and “Medusa.”

 

AES Show Nashville Honors Dolly With Recording Panel Tribute

Pictured (L-R, top row): Val Garay and Kent Wells; (L-R, bottom row): Mark Needham and Nir Z

AES Show Nashville 2026 will host “Recording the Queen of Country: In the Studio with Dolly Parton,” a tribute to the late singer featuring collaborators who helped bring her musical vision to life. The panel takes place Oct, 31 at the AES Show on the Main Stage, Exhibits Floor, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville. Producer and engineer Val Garay will moderate the conversation with longtime Parton collaborator Kent Wells; recording engineer and producer Mark Needham; and session drummer Nir Z. The panel will examine how Parton’s collaborators supported her artistic reinvention while keeping her voice, phrasing and storytelling at the center of each record.

 

Hip-Hop Artist Skema Boy Inks With Provident Entertainment

Pictured (L-R): Josh Carpenter, VP, Legal And Business Affairs, Provident Entertainment; Vanessa Dalrymple, Director, A&R, Provident Entertainment; Mat Anderson, SVP, Label Strategy & Operations, Provident Entertainment; Marcus Rixon, Rixon Entertainment Group; John Loessy, Director, Marketing, Provident Entertainment; Skema Boy; Kenzie Lucas, Rixon Entertainment Group; Scott Moore, VP, Creative Services, Provident Entertainment; Holly Zabka, President, Provident Entertainment; Todd Stepp, SVP, Provident Entertainment.

Breakout Christian hip-hop artist Skema Boy has signed with Provident Entertainment. With hundreds of thousands of monthly listeners and tens of millions of streams, he has built a growing fan base through releases including “God’s Army,” “Wristwatch,” and “Blimp.” In celebration of the signing, Skema Boy has released his debut single with the label, “Worthy,” available now.

“We knew we wanted to be part of the way Skema Boy uniquely connects with his audience,” says Holly Zabka President of Provident Entertainment. “His personal story is really impactful, and he has a next-level way of bringing lyrics about Jesus to life through hip-hop and rap. We’re proud to welcome him to the Provident Entertainment family and can’t wait to see the continued impact and growth that his music will have.”

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