Inaugural Eric Paslay Breakthrough Golf Classic Set For August

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Eric Paslay

Eric Paslay is hosting the first annual Breakthrough Golf Classic in support of the local Type 1 diabetes community on Aug. 4 at Old Natchez Country Club in Franklin, Tennessee.

The two-day experience Aug. 3–4 will feature a welcome dinner with live music from Paslay and friends on Aug. 3 and a full tournament day, all benefiting Breakthrough T1D’s mission to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes. T1D affects nearly nine million people and there is currently no cure. Breakthrough T1D is a leading Type 1 diabetes research and advocacy organization. Click here for more information.

Known for penning hits including “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” (Jake Owen), “Angel Eyes” (Love and Theft), and “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” (Eli Young Band),and his own hits including “Friday Night,” “Song About a Girl,” and the soul-stirring “She Don’t Love You,” Paslay recently inked a new publishing deal with Liz Rose Music.

Mike McVay & Julie Talbott To Be Inducted Into Radio Hall Of Fame

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Mike McVay and Julie Talbott

Mike McVay of McVay Media and Julie Talbott of Premiere Networks have been unveiled as two of the 2025 inductees into the Radio Hall Of Fame.

Six inductees were determined by a voting participant panel composed of more than 900 industry professionals invited to cast votes and four inductees were voted on by the Radio Hall of Fame 2025 Nominating Committee. Inductees will be honored at an in-person ceremony on Oct. 30 in Chicago. Tickets are available now.

Additionally, Tom Carballo, Alice Cooper, Colin Cowherd, DeDe McGuire, Martha Quinn, Bob Lacey, Sheri Lynch, Scott Simon and Shelley “The Playboy” Stewart will be inducted.

“Our 2025 Induction Ceremony and Celebration will be a special, standing room only, event honoring the talents, history and contributions of 11 incredible people,” shares Kraig Kitchin, Co-Chair of the Radio Hall of Fame. “I cannot wait to celebrate the careers and impact of these men and women who’ve made a forever positive impact on the radio industry!”

“It is an honor to induct another amazing class of talented individuals to the Radio Hall of Fame that adds to the history of radio,” adds Dennis Green, Co-Chair of the Radio Hall of Fame. “These Radio Hall of Famers have entertained us, informed us, and helped to bring special moments to our lives through a medium that does this better than any other. I look forward to welcoming this year’s inductees as we honor their legacies and share their stories which will serve as an inspiration for future generations to come.”

“We’re thrilled to welcome this year’s class into the Radio Hall of Fame—an extraordinarily talented and diverse group of broadcasters whose voices have informed, inspired, and entertained listeners across America,” says David Plier, Chairman, The Museum of Broadcast Communications. “This year’s inductees reflect the depth, creativity, and cultural impact of radio across generations and formats. We’re especially excited to celebrate the Class of 2025 as we bring the Induction Ceremony back to Chicago.”

Opry To Celebrate ‘Rhinestone Milestone’ Birthday All Month In October

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The Opry’s 100th “Rhinestone Milestone” birthday will be celebrated this October with four weeks of special birthday shows, plaza parties, fan activations, surprises and more.

Unique “Rhinestone Milestone” birthday packages in honor of the anniversary include a ticket to a Saturday Opry birthday show and access to the preshow Birthday Tailgate Party held in Studio A where iconic TV shows like Hee-Haw, Nashville, and CMT Crossroads were filmed. The tailgate will feature a live set from a hit songwriter, a behind-the-scenes tour, birthday cake and an exclusive commemorative poster.

Ongoing celebrations this year include an “Opry 100 Honors” series of shows sponsored by Dan Post paying tribute to several of the icons who have helped shape the Opry’s first century: “Opry 100 Honors Charlie Daniels” (July 8), “Opry 100 Honors Porter Wagoner” (Aug. 12), “Opry 100 Honors Bill Monroe” (Sept. 16) and “Opry 100 Honors Minnie Pearl and Roy Acuff” (Oct. 18).

Opry’s first-ever live international broadcast from London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall will take place on Sept. 26 with Opry members Luke Combs, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, Darius Rucker and Marty Stuart headlining.

On Nov. 28, the Opry will also celebrate the 100th anniversary of its Nov. 28, 1925 inaugural broadcast with an all-star Opry member show, with more details to come.

Foster Ferrell Signs With 507 Publishing

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Pictured (L-R): Cooper Carr, A&R Coordinator; Teri Nelson Carpenter, CEO; Foster Ferrell and Madison Policastri, A&R Manager. Photo: Studio TM

Songwriter and producer Foster Ferrell has inked with 507 Publishing.

Ferrell is a Nashville-based songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist known for his versatile work across genres, penning songs for Olivia Lane, Katie Flemming, Chandler Letner and more.

“I’m so excited and honored to be working with everyone at 507 Publishing,” says Ferrell. “It’s such a wonderful place to call home, and I know we have a lot of wonderful songs in our future together!”

“I met Foster Ferrell on June 27th, 2023, and instantly became a fan,” shares Madison Policastri, A&R Manager at 507 Publishing. “His talent, work ethic, and heart are undeniable, and he captivates everyone in his path – it’s a privilege to welcome him to the 507 Publishing family.”

“I am so thrilled to welcome Foster Ferrell to the 507 Publishing family,” adds Teri Nelson Carpenter, CEO. “Foster brings a sonic and skillful versatility to 507 Publishing, he is invaluable. We look forward to all the milestones to come in this partnership.”

Chase McDaniel To Release Debut Album In September

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Chase McDaniel is set to release his debut record, Lost Ones, on Sept. 19 via Big Machine Records. The title track, written by McDaniel, Chris LaCorte and Josh Miller, is available now.

“My music may be a little darker than what you’re used to hearing, but so is my story,” shares McDaniel. “I hope Lost Ones finds who it’s meant to because it’s a lot of people’s story too. You are not alone.”

The record, produced by Lindsay Rimes, shares the most painful aspects of his personal story, including his struggle with depression and the life-altering experience of losing his father to addiction. McDaniel co-wrote every track, alongside writers including Jon Nite, Rimes, Josh Osborne and many more.

With summer dates on the books, as well as supporting Jason Aldean in New Jersey in October, more details on all things album and touring can be found here.

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Lost Ones Tracklist:
1. “Before I Let You Go” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes)
2. “Die Trying” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Seth Ennis, Lindsay Rimes)
3. “Burned Down Heaven” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes)
4. “Risk It All” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Zach Kale, Seth Mosley)
5. “Born In A Burning House” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Josh Osborne, Lindsay Rimes)
6. “Lost Ones” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Chris LaCorte, Josh Miller)
7. “My Side Of The Family” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Zach Kale, Seth Mosley)
8. “Meaning Of Mine” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes)
9. “Heart Still Works” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Osborne)
10. “What I Didn’t Have” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes, Russell Sutton)
11. “Made It This Far” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Osborne)
12. “Mind On Fire” (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Lindsay Rimes, Brett Warren)

Scotty McCreery Celebrates Summer With New EP ‘Scooter & Friends’

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Scotty McCreery gathered some of his musical buddies and went a little off book in the making of his new EP, Scooter & Friends, due out on July 18.

Produced by Frank Rogers, the project brings McCreery together with some legendary friends including Hootie & the Blowfish, Lee Brice and one of McCreery’s biggest musical idols, R&B legend Charlie Wilson.

“Back home everyone calls me ‘Scooter,’ so since I’m singing with a few of my favorite artists, I decided to call this project Scooter & Friends,” explains McCreery. “It’s a fun collection of songs that are a little different from what I normally sing, yet they are still me. If the fans like it, maybe there will be a second volume in a few years.”

The latest release from Scooter & Friends, “Once Upon a Bottle of Wine,” with Wilson is out now. The track features an unexpected sound that many fans haven’t heard from McCreery and he co-wrote the song with Brent Anderson, Derek George, Jeremy Bussey and Frank Rogers.

“I have been a massive fan of Charlie Wilson since I first heard him on the radio when I was a kid. He’s one of my favorite artists of all time,” says McCreery. “Getting to perform with him on stage a few years ago was a bucket list item for me. Being able to call him a friend means more than I can say. And now, having him sing with me on a song I wrote is a dream come true.”

“My ‘Charlie Last Name Wilson’ song was one of his favorites when he was growing up and I never knew he was a fan, so when we finally met years ago I was blown away with that huge voice and had him jump on stage with me,” says Wilson. “He brought the house down that night and now I’m so excited that we have a duet together.”

The first single from Scooter & Friends, “Bottle Rockets” featuring Hootie & the Blowfish, quickly became the song of the summer for McCreery fans upon its release, and was the top track added to country radio at impact. It’s currently rising up the charts, ranking No. 20 on Mediabase this week after just five weeks since its release.

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McCreery is also gearing up for his new monthly series “Prime Country with Scotty McCreery” on SiriusXM’s Prime Country channel (Ch. 58). The show will debut on July 5 at 2 p.m. CT and will air 10 times on the channel throughout the month. A new episode will debut on the first Saturday of each month as McCreery spotlights his favorite musical era, ‘80s and ‘90s country, sharing how each artist influenced him or telling behind-the-scenes stories. Each episode will also feature a live performance from an artist on the Opry that was recorded on the legendary stage in the ‘80s or ‘90s.

Scooter & Friends Track List:
1) “Bottle Rockets” feat. Hootie & the Blowfish – Scotty McCreery, Brent Anderson, Derek George, Jeremy Bussey, Monty Criswell, Frank Rogers, Bobby Hamrick, Darius Rucker, Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld
2) “Swim Up Bar” – Scotty McCreery, Brent Anderson, Derek George, Monty Criswell, Frank Rogers
3) “Once Upon a Bottle of Wine” feat. Charlie Wilson – Scotty McCreery, Brent Anderson, Derek George, Jeremy Bussey, Frank Rogers
4) “Whiskey Said” feat. Lee Brice – Scotty McCreery, Brent Anderson, Derek George, Jeremy Bussey, Frank Rogers
5)“Holding Down the Honky Tonk” – Scotty McCreery, Brent Anderson, Derek George, Jeremy Bussey, Frank Rogers

Wiles + Taylor Elevates Five

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Pictured (L-R): Lizzy Stone, Amy Gellick, Karla Stafford, David Zeigler and David Murray. Photo: Emma Delevante

Business management firm Wiles + Taylor has announced five internal promotions including Lizzy Stone and Amy Gellick to Account Manager, Karla Stafford to Director of Financial Reporting and Compliance, and David Zeigler and David Murray to Business Manager.

“We are proud to promote and celebrate the professional growth of this group of long-time Wiles + Taylor employees. All five of these individuals have exemplified strong leadership and communication skills,” states Kevin Dalton, a partner at Wiles + Taylor. “Their detail-oriented approach to work makes them excellent partners to our clients and to our collective mission as a firm, which is to be a top-tier backline to our clients for their comprehensive business management needs.”

Stone began her career at W+T in 2018 and is a member of the Recording Academy, YEP, TONS, CMA and was named a member of the 2024 ACM LEVel Up Cohort. Since 2016, Gellick has been with W+T while serving on the boards of Women’s Music Business Association and Society Of Leaders In Development (SOLID).

Stafford has been part of the W+T team for 20 years, working closely with the business management department to ensure compliance and consistency across financial operations. She is a member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music

Zeigler is a long-time Middle Tennessee resident and joined W+T in 2018 as an account manager. Hailing from Knoxville, TN, Murray began his music career in 2001 as an artist in the Boston area. He went on to work in various roles in the industry before obtaining his CPA and joining W+T in 2016, Murray is a member of the Recording Academy, ACM, CMA and TSCPA.

Carter Faith Slates Debut Record For October Release

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Carter Faith is slated to release her debut record, Cherry Valley, on Oct. 3 via MCA. She has unveiled the latest track from the LP, “Sex, Drugs and Country Music,” today (June 27).

“Cherry Valley means everything to me,” says Faith. “Every time I have slipped into a dark place (which I have a propensity for), this album has brought me out of it. I know that I wrote the songs but they still carry reminders for me every day when I relisten. Some of the songs have even transformed for me and mean something different now. The world of Cherry Valley has been a safe and freeing place for me and everyone who has worked so hard on this record. I have truly created this album with my best friends, which feels surreal. It feels like it belongs to all of us, because it does.”

The songs on Cherry Valley span Faith’s journey from her North Carolina hometown to Nashville, with all the heartbreak, triumph and hazy nights in between. Carter and longtime producer Tofer Brown spent two years crafting tracks for the album before finally entering the studio in 2024. Named for an imagined place, a road sign Carter once saw that came to signify her creative home, the album is a document of Carter’s time in Nashville, working chronologically through her breakout successes and gut-punching breakups, new loves and family dustups.

Fresh from her Stagecoach debut and runs with Ella Langley and Carly Pearce, Faith will head back out with Little Big Town this summer.

Cherry Valley Track List:
1. “Cherry Valley” (Carter Faith, Ashley Monroe, Andrew Petroff)
2. “Sex, Drugs, and Country Music” (Carter Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
3. “Arrows (Die For That Man)” (Carter Faith, Steph Jones, Tofer Brown)
4. “Bar Star” (Carter Faith, Aaron Raitere, Tyler Halverson, Tofer Brown)
5. “Betty” (Carter Faith, Shane McAnally, Tofer Brown)
6. “Grudge” (Carter Faith, Steph Jones, Tofer Brown)
7. “Six-String” (Carter Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
8. “If I Had Never Lost My Mind…” (Carter Faith, Tofer Brown, Lauren Hungate, Jen Stegall)
9. “Misery Loves Company” (Carter Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
10. “Drink Up, Baby” (Carter Faith, Amy Allen, Tofer Brown)
11. “Burn My Memory” (Carter Faith, Jessi Alexander, Brock Berryhill, Jessie Jo Dillon)
12. “Sails” (Carter Faith, Lauren Hungate, Tofer Brown)
13. “So I Sing”(Carter Faith)
14. “Changed” (Carter Faith, Ashley Monroe, Connie Harrington)
15. “Still A Lover” (Carter Faith, Tofer Brown, Steph Jones)

BMI Hosts Inaugural BMI Cookout: Southern Soul Takeover

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803Fresh performs “Boots On The Ground” at the BMI Cookout on the rooftop of BMI’s Nashville headquarters. Photo: Nathan Zucker for BMI

BMI welcomed music industry professionals, community members and fans to the rooftop of its Nashville headquarters for the first-ever BMI Cookout, a new annual event aiming to champion artists during Black Music Month for a Southern Soul takeover. The event featured 803Fresh, Shae Nycole, TA Thomas, Young Guy and DJ Trucker.

Hosted by BMI’s Shannon Sanders, DJ Trucker and guest DJ Magic set the tone for the evening as Thomas warmed up the crowd. Nashville local Nycole followed, bringing her contemporary sound to the stage. Young Guy kept spirits high before headliner 803Fresh made his BMI rooftop debut showcasing his gospel and R&B roots.

Shae Nycole performs at the BMI Cookout in Nashville. Photo: Nathan
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Young Guy entertains the crowd at the first ever BMI Cookout in Nashville. Photo: Nathan Zucker for BMI

TA Thomas warms up rooftop of BMI’s Nashville office at the BMI Cookout. Photo: Nathan Zucker for BMI

Attendees of the BMI Cookout line dance on the rooftop of BMI’s Nashville headquarters. Photo: Nathan Zucker for BMI

BMI’s Shannon Sanders poses with 803Fresh at the BMI Cookout: Southern Soul Takeover in Nashville. Photo: Nathan Zucker for BMI

Creed Fisher Signs With Average Joes Entertainment

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Joe Barrick, Creed Fisher, Andrew Davis and Forrest Latta

Outlaw singer-songwriter Creed Fisher has signed with Average Joes Entertainment.

His first single with the new label, “Keep Those Wheels Rollin,’” is a raw, road-worn anthem that captures the heavy toll and quiet glory of life on the highway and those long nights, diesel-fueled drives, and the deep pull of love and home.

“‘Keep Those Wheels Rollin’ is a tribute not only to the truckers who make our country great, but to anyone who spends a lot of time out on the highway—like myself,” says Fisher. “From the hot shot drivers to the police officers who keep us safe, they all truly help make America the greatest country in the world. Keep those wheels rollin’, my friend.”

Fisher is a relentless storyteller whose music has already racked up nearly 100 million Spotify streams and close to 60 million YouTube views with his authentic sound. Raised in the rough country of West Texas, Fisher’s path to music was unique. He found his way to music after nearly a decade playing professional football, and brought that same tenacity and fire into his songwriting.

“Creed is the definition of real country music,” says Andrew Davis, SVP, Marketing, Average Joes Entertainment. “Gritty, unapologetic, and rooted in truth.  His voice speaks to the heart of working-class America, and we’re honored to help amplify that message.”

“Teaming up with Creed was a no brainer,” Forrest Latta, President, Average Joes Entertainment, adds. “His brand aligns perfectly with our vision, and I can’t wait for fans to hear what’s coming.”