ACM Lifting Lives Teams With Montgomery Gentry

Montgomery Gentry has been added to the string of nationwide ACM Lifting Lives Club Shows.

Participating clubs have agreed to donate a portion of each ticket sold to ACM Lifting Lives, and the money raised will go to help fund organizations that are improving lives through the power of music.

Stoney’s Rockin’ Country in Las Vegas will host Montgomery Gentry for this club benefit show on November 4.

 

PLA Media Adds Silverado Records To Roster

Silverado Records has hired PLA Media for publicity services. PLA Media also represents the Johnny Cash Museum, singer-songwriter Ashton Shephard, and the Americana Music Triangle.

“We’re really excited to be working with Pam and her amazing team at PLA Media,” says Silverado Records founder and CEO Scott Thomas. “They’re a great fit for us for a number of reasons, some of them being experience, longevity, and their overall awesomeness. We look forward to working closely with the PLA team to get the word out about Silverado Records and our growing roster of artists.”

 

BBR Music Group Adds Executive Assistant

BBR Music Group has hired new Executive Assistant Jennifer Coen. Coen will report to BBR Music Group EVP Jon Loba, General Manager Rick Shedd, and Sr. VP Promotion Carson James.

Most recently working in Sales at Cumulus Nashville, Coen also served as a Sales rep for Entercom Radio/ WDAF in Kansas City. Coen holds a degree in Marketing from Wichita State University. Coen can be reached at [email protected] or at 615-610-2105

Coen fills the position previously held by Brittany Farrar who departs BBR Music Group to partner with Shed Fitness, a full service boutique fitness studio in Nashville’s Gulch neighborhood with a projected opening of Nov. 1. For pre-sales and more information, visit: shedgroupfitness.com

“We are going to miss Brittany greatly, but she has been given an amazing opportunity to pursue her passion in fitness and we couldn’t be happier for her. She leaves some incredibly big shoes to fill, but we are so excited about Jennifer joining the BBR Music Group family. Her background in radio along with a degree in marketing and endearing personality should serve her well in her new role,” says Loba.

Starstruck Writers Group has renewed its worldwide publishing agreement with songwriter Liz Hengber.

Hengber has an impressive list of credits that go back 25 years. She’s written five No. 1 singles and had over 75 songs recorded by artists including Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Easton Corbin, Trisha Yearwood, Andy Griggs, Peter Cetera, The Steeldrivers and many more.

Her most recognizable songs include “And Still,” “For My Broken Heart,” “Forever Love” and “It’s Your Call,” all recorded by Reba McEntire.

In 2011, Hengber won Song of the Year at the Canadian Gospel Awards for “A Fathers Love” recorded by both Bucky Covington and High Valley. This year she had two songs on The Steeldrivers’ Grammy Award-winning album The Muscle Shoals Recordings. Hengber also co-wrote Ronnie Dunn’s current single, “Damn Drunk” which features Kix Brooks.

“I’m so excited to be working with Starstruck Writers Group again. It was my first publisher and in truth it feels like home,” Hengber said.

“We are thrilled to continue working with Liz Hengber. I’m always blown away by the incredible ideas that she brings to life in her songs and her unique approach to storytelling through her lyrics,” said Courtney Allen, Creative Director at Starstruck.

The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) honored more than 20 writers whose songs topped the Billboard Airplay, Digital, Hot or Mediabase charts between April 2016 and July 2016. Songs were recognized in both country and contemporary Christian music. The recognitions took place Monday evening (Sept. 19) during a massive No. 1 party at the Music Mill, NSAI’s Music Row headquarters.

The Maggie Cavender Award (in recognition of extraordinary service to the songwriting community) was presented to Ralph Murphy, VP of ASCAP Nashville. Church Music Publishers Association President Elwyn Raymer was presented the NSAI President’s Choice Award in recognition of significant contributions to the betterment of all songwriters, chosen by NSAI President Lee Thomas Miller.

The NSAI No. 1 Party was sponsored by Klindt, Cole & Associates.

Songs Recognized
 include:

“Drunk On Your Love”
Writers: Brett Eldredge, Ross Copperman
Recorded by: Brett Eldredge

“You Should Be Here”
Writers: Cole Swindell, Ashley Gorley
Recorded by: Cole Swindell

“Trust In You”
Writers: Lauren Daigle, Paul Mabury, Michael Farren
Recorded by: Lauren Daigle

“The River”
Writers: Jordan Feliz, Joshua Silverberg, Colby Wedgeworth
Recorded by: Jordan Feliz

“Confession”
Writers: Rodney Clawson, Ross Copperman, Matt Jenkins
Recorded by: Florida Georgia Line

“Think Of You”
Writers: Chris Young, Corey Crowder, Josh Hoge
Recorded by: Chris Young duet with Cassadee Pope

“Somewhere On A Beach”
Writers: Michael Tyler, Jaron Boyer, Josh Mirenda, Alexander Palmer, Dave Kuncio
Recorded by: Dierks Bentley

“Mind Reader”
Writers: Ben Hayslip, Rhett Akins
Recorded by: Dustin Lynch

“Came Here To Forget”
Writers: Deric Ruttan, Craig Wiseman
Recorded by: Blake Shelton

“T-Shirt”
Writers: Ashley Gorley, Luke Laird, Shane McAnally
Recorded by: Thomas Rhett

“Huntin’, Fishin’, and Lovin’ Every Day”
Writers: Dallas Davidson, Luke Bryan, Rhett Akins
Recorded by: Luke Bryan

“Lights Come On”
Writers: Tyler Hubbard, Brian Kelley, Jimmy Robbins, Jordan Schmidt, Brad Warren, Brett Warren
Recorded by: Jason Aldean

“My Church”
Writers: Maren Morris, Busbee
Recorded by: Maren Morris

“Feel Invincible”
Writers: John Cooper, Seth Mosley
Recorded by: Skillet

“Slow Down”
Writers: Nichole Nordeman, Christopher Stevens
Recorded by: Nichole Nordeman

Songs Recognized from previous quarters:
“Gonna”
Writers: Luke Laird & Craig Wiseman
Recorded by: Blake Shelton

“Anything Goes”
Writers: Felix McTiegue, Chris Tompkins, & Craig Wiseman
Recorded by: Florida Georgia Line

Starstruck Writers Group has signed a worldwide publishing agreement with songwriter and producer Evan Coffman.

The southwest Arkansas native moved to Orlando, Florida, in his early 20s and began producing local and national acts like Twenty One Pilots, Halestorm and Matt Hires. In 2015, he moved to Nashville to focus on songwriting. Since then, he has earned cuts with The Lacs (Average Joes Entertainment) and Waterloo Revival (Show Dog Records).

“I knew during our first meeting that I wanted to sign Evan. Not only are his songs and tracks fresh and unique but he works harder than anyone I know. His dedication to creating the best music paired with his work ethic are two things that are sure to make him a success in Nashville and beyond,” said Starstruck Creative Director Courtney Allen.

“I love things that sound different,” Coffman said. “I love mashing up genres to find something that sounds a little left of center, something unique. I felt that Starstruck got me and allowed me to do what I do. Cliff Williamson and Courtney Allen made me feel at home and like I was family. Courtney has been on my side since our first meeting. She is and will be a big reason for my success in Nashville. I’m so grateful for this opportunity to join the Starstruck family.”

Six rising songwriters have been chosen for the second annual Songwriters Series presented by the Nashville Chapter of the AIMP (Association of Independent Music Publishers). Presented by the Academy of Country Music, the event will take place on Tuesday (Sept. 20) at The Country from 5–7 p.m.

New-and-noteworthy independent songwriters will be featured in writers’ rounds hosted by hit songwriters Bob DiPiero and Craig Wiseman. The six songwriters chosen for this year’s class are Brinley Addington, Ash Bowers, Dustin Christensen, Erik Dylan, Jeffrey East and Josh Jenkins, who each represent different independent Nashville-based publishers.

“I am so looking forward to co-hosting the 2016 AIMP new writer showcase along with my buddy Craig Wiseman,” said DiPiero. “AIMP will be showcasing some great new talent for our Music Row community and beyond. I am honored to help support AIMP on this special night. Getting to hang out with Craig is gonna be fun on a stick!”

The Songwriter Series, created by a committee of industry professionals and headed by SMACKSongs’ Michael Baum and Wrensong’s Ree Guyer, is an event that was launched last year to showcase some of Nashville’s best standout songwriters and bring the Nashville independent publishing community together for a night of celebration. The Class of 2016 was chosen from more than 50 submissions and voted on by a committee of industry professionals.

The evening is made possible by the Academy of Country Music, Anderson Benson and Fifth Third Bank.