My Music Row Story: Big Loud’s Stacy Blythe

Stacy Blythe

The “My Music Row Story” weekly column features notable members of the Nashville music industry selected by the MusicRow editorial team. These individuals serve in key roles that help advance and promote the success of our industry. This column spotlights the invaluable people that keep the wheels rolling and the music playing.

Leading Big Loud Records in achieving 14 No. 1 singles in seven years of business, Stacy Blythe is a vital part of the ever-changing game of radio promotion, storming right out of the gate in 2015 with the label’s first-ever single release, and driving it to the top of the charts for then-newcomer Chris Lane’s Gold breakout, “Fix.” As SVP of Promotion, she spearheads a team of 10, securing and maximizing airplay for the label’s roster, including Morgan Wallen, Jake Owen, Lauren Alaina, Hardy, MacKenzie Porter, Ernest, Hailey Whitters, Ben Burgess, Larry Fleet, Lily Rose, Ashley Cooke and Jake Worthington.

Blythe has contributed to the Big Loud roster earning multiple Gold, Platinum, and multi-Platinum certifications and accounting for more than 17 billion global streams to date, making Big Loud Records the Billboard Hot Country Songs label of the year for the last two years. The Pittsburgh native is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) with other notable career stops at Category 5 Records, 1720 Entertainment and Stoney Creek Records.

Blythe will be honored as part of the current class of MusicRow’s Rising Women on the Row on March 23. For more details about the class and the event, click here.

MusicRow: Where did you grow up?

I grew up in a really small town north of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I lived there until I moved to Nashville when I was 19. I’ve now been in Nashville as long as I was there, so Nashville also feels like home. I graduated in a class of 150 students, so the move to Nashville was a big deal.

I started college up there at Grove City College. I went there for two years. I knew I wanted to move to Nashville and that I wanted to be in the business, so I started exploring music business programs, but ultimately looked at internships here for record labels. At that point in time, they wouldn’t even consider you unless you were working towards a music business degree, so I had to transfer. I transferred to MTSU.

Photo: Courtesy of Stacy Blythe

How did you know you wanted to be in the music business?

I knew from a very young age. My parents were both very musical—they sang in church. That was really the start of music for me; being involved in singing and music in church. I fell in love with Randy Travis at a really young age and my parents were so great to take me to see him every time he came through Pittsburgh. I started watching what was going on on the side of the stage and just around me. As I got older, I realized that that was someone’s job. That blew my mind that that was even a possibility. At a young age, I knew that I wanted to be involved in music somehow I just didn’t know in what capacity.

What happened when you got here?

I’m a numbers nerd. I love math and Excel spreadsheets make me very happy. At the time I wanted to be in sales, putting CDs on shelves, so I applied for a sales internship at Sony. They had all of those spots full and Jordan Pettit called me and said, “Hey, there’s nothing in sales, but there is an opportunity in radio promotion if you’d be interested in that.” I didn’t even know that radio promotion was a thing. I grew up listening to country radio but I never put it together that it was someone’s job to get that music on the radio. So I interned at Sony with Jordan. He was probably the first person that I met that was incredibly impactful as far as my path and where I went from there.

Everything that they were doing [in that department] was so outside of my comfort zone. I did not want to be loud. I wanted to be behind a computer just doing my thing. I would listen to Bill Macky and Larry Pareigis on the phone. Listening to their conversations, I thought, “Man, how amazing is it that they’re making such an impact on an artist’s career.” There were some regionals there at the time and I would really just listen to what’s going on. That’s when I began to think maybe this was something that I could do. Bill really believed in me. I think he believed in me more than I believed in myself, and I just kind of fell into the path.

Photo: Courtesy of Stacy Blythe

What happened after that internship?

I graduated and my first job out of college was working as a studio assistant for a songwriter in town. I worked out of his home studio. It was great but definitely a stepping stone for me. One day, Bill Macky walks into the studio. We hadn’t seen each other since the internship and he said, “What are you doing here? I’ll call you this week.” He was on his path from Sony to his next opportunity and he called me and said, “Hey, I’m, I’m going to this start-up label, Category 5 Records, would you be interested in being my promotion coordinator?” It was an instant “Yes.” It was my dream opportunity to work with him.

Category 5 had some rocky times and Bill went to another company called 1720 Entertainment and took me with him there. He eventually promoted me to Northeast Regional. We worked with an artist named Rissi Palmer there. We have so many great memories from that period of time. She was the first Black woman to chart a country song since Dona Mason in 1987, so we were making history there and Rissi just became such a great friend.

What was next?

1720 Entertainment started to end. Then Broken Bow launched Stoney Creek and I went over there to be the Northeast Regional. We were working Megan Mullins and Ash Bowers. I was there for a good period of time and then Big Machine launched Republic Nashville. I got a call one day that they were hiring a Southeast Regional and asked if I would be interested in it. I was like, “I don’t know if this Pittsburgh girl can survive in the south.” I remember walking into WKXC in Augusta and Chris O’Kelley gave me the biggest hug and I was amazed at how they skipped business pleasantries and went straight to fast friends in the south.

I was there for about six years. It was such an important time in my career. We were launching Florida Georgia Line and The Band Perry. We did so many cool things with Martina McBride and Eli Young Band.

Photo: Courtesy of Stacy Blythe

How did you get to Big Loud?

While I was working with FGL, I met Seth England, who was managing them at the time. In 2015, Seth called me and said, “Big Loud is going to start a label. Would you be interested in coming over here to run the promo team?” That was a big jump. He sent me what ended up being Chris Lane‘s very first EP. I got three songs in and I called him back and said, “I’m in.” So in 2015, I came to Big Loud. We built this team and the rest is history.

I came on as national and then in 2018, we were growing and we knew that we needed help. We started to have some success with Morgan Wallen‘s “Up Down” and there was just a lot going on. We knew that we needed another body so that’s when we started the search for a national and they elevated me to VP. Beyond that, we kept growing. We went from working two or three records at a time to working five or six. So then we elevated Tyler Waugh to National, Ali Matkosky to VP and me to SVP. Now we’re in a really great place where everything feels like a well-oiled machine. So much has happened in seven years, we’re so blessed.

What do you remember about the early days of Big Loud?

When we were going for No. 1 on “Up Down” with Morgan, we were in a really tight race with Warner and Blake Shelton. It was the first at Big Loud for me as a leader that was that close. Saturday night, a bunch of my friends from other labels came to my house. We were FaceTiming programmers, everyone brought wine. Having that support from my friends, who are also competitors, was so special. We were all one family. That night is one of my favorite memories from the beginning of this.

Photo: Courtesy of Stacy Blythe

What is the most fulfilling part of what you do?

Watching an artist’s dreams come true. Watching an artist have their first charted single or have their first No. 1. All of those little moments that we get to be a part of are so incredible. It’s so special to be a small part of someone’s big dream.

You will be honored as one of MusicRow‘s Rising Women on the Row later this month. What has your experience been like as a woman in the industry?

When I started, there were not a lot of women on the radio promotion side at all. Especially in leadership positions. Now, there are so many and that makes me so happy. We have a team of 10 total here on our promo team and three are men. We’re 70 percent female on this team and I know you wouldn’t have found a team when I started that was that heavily female. That made it a little bit more intimidating when getting into the field, but I think of all of these strong women like Kristen Williams, Katie Dean and Cindy Mabe that are all leading teams now and so impactful.

At Big Loud, we have a female head of marketing, a female running the publishing company, a female head of international and myself. Seth, Joey [Moi] and Craig [Wiseman] really empower females. They have never made any of us feel lesser than.

Lauren Daigle Drops Single From New Self-Titled Album Out In May

Lauren Daigle

Grammy-winning artist Lauren Daigle has announced the release of her upcoming self-titled album, out May 12. Daigle is giving fans a taste of the new project with her new single, “Thank God I Do,” out now.

“Thank God I Do” marks the launch of a new creative chapter for the multi-Platinum selling, Louisiana-bred singer-songwriter, who just last month signed to Atlantic Records in partnership with longtime label home Centricity Music.

Lauren Daigle features 20 soulful and uplifting songs that will be released in two parts. The first ten songs are set to arrive May 12, with the other ten to be released later this year. The project taps into every side of the multi-faceted artist, showcasing her powerful voice, rich storytelling, and bold musicality drawn from and inspired by her New Orleans roots.

“This is my most precious project,” shares Daigle. “It’s got fun moments, solemn moments, extrovert moments and introvert moments. And I’m just thrilled about taking my songwriting further on this record than anything I’ve done previously.”

Since the release of her Grammy-winning, Platinum 2018 album Look Up Child, which includes the breakthrough smash single “You Say,” Daigle has been a mainstay on the Billboard charts. When the collection debuted at No. 3 on the Top 200 Albums chart, she became the first female artist in history to simultaneously hit the top 10 on both Billboard’s Pop and Christian Album charts. The LP eventually reached 100 weeks at No. 1 on the Top Christian Albums chart — the greatest number of weeks any artist has spent at the top of any individual album chart. Also, “You Say” is the longest-running No. 1 to appear on any weekly Billboard chart.

Daigle is a two-time Grammy winner, a seven-time Billboard Music Award recipient, a four-time American Music Award recipient and a ten-time GMA Dove Music Award winner.

Ann Chrisman Promotions Announces Expansion Into Texas Market

Ann Chrisman

Ann Chrisman and Anne Sarosdy of Ann Chrisman Promotions, a promotion company based in Nashville for over 30 years, have announced the expansion into the Texas country music scene.

This strategic move will allow the company to bring its expertise and experience to the vibrant Texas music industry. Ann Chrisman Promotions will continue to operate out of its Nashville headquarters while establishing a presence in Texas, and will continue to work the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart.

“We have seen the growth and potential of the Texas music scene for years, and we are thrilled to now be a part of it,” says founder Chrisman. “Our team is dedicated to bringing our passion for country music to Texas, and helping emerging artists achieve their goals. Texas has a rich history and culture when it comes to country music, and we are eager to be a part of it. We believe that our experience and knowledge will be a valuable asset to the Texas music community, and we look forward to forging new relationships and partnerships.”

Industry Ink: Keith Urban, CMHOF, Dave Clark, More

‘Keith Urban: The Las Vegas Residency’ Premieres at Zappos Theater

Keith Urban. Photo: John Shearer.

International star Keith Urban premiered his Las Vegas residency this past weekend at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

“Keith Urban: The Las Vegas Residency” is a new show custom designed for Zappos Theater. The production is a musical journey through Urban’s trove of hits, and runs over two hours in length.

Urban’s performance showcased why he is named one of the best live shows of any musical genre. With a host of No. 1s to choose from, he played “Somewhere in My Car,” “Somebody Like You,” “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” and “Wasted Time.” His set also included never-before-heard songs, as well as timeless favorites dating back a decade. The immersive experience show also highlighted Urban’s stellar guitar chops.

Tickets to shows through July 1 are on sale now.

CMHOF and Museum Celebrates ‘American Currents: State of the Music’

Pictured (L-R, back row): Parker McCollum, Holly G (Black Opry), Jordan Davis, Ashley Gorley, Hardy and museum CEO Kyle Young. (L-R, front row): Miko Marks, Frankie Staton (Black Country Music Association), Scotty McCreery, Molly Tuttle and Sunny Sweeney. Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum celebrated the opening of the newest exhibition, American Currents: State of the Music. Presented annually, the exhibition looks back at the genre over the previous year to explore the developments, achievements and events. American Currents will run through February 2024.

Artists, musicians, songwriters, and institutions that prominently impacted country music in 2022 are featured in this year’s American Currents. Luke Combs, Charley Crockett, Sierra Ferrell and Rhiannon Giddens are on display alongside Ashley Gorley, Hardy, Cody Johnson, Wynonna Judd, Miranda Lambert, Ashley McBryde, Parker McCollum, Scotty McCreery, Reba McEntire, Amanda Shires, Billy Strings, Sunny Sweeney, Molly Tuttle, Shania Twain, Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson.

American Currents: State of the Music highlights the musical connections of artists and organizations in “Unbroken Circle.” Featured pairings include the Black Opry and the Black Country Music Association, Jordan Davis and Bob McDill, Miko Marks and Loretta Lynn and Morgan Wade and Elvis Presley.

The exhibit also includes a video compilation of the past year’s most important country music moments, and a recap of the chart-topping country albums and singles and the highest grossing tours. An upcoming Songwriter Session with Marks and Sweeney is set for Saturday, March 11 in celebration of the exhibition opening.

 

Dave Clark Celebrates 28th No. 1 of Five-Decade Career

Pictured (L-R): Dan Dean (Phillips Craig & Dean),Joe Dan Cornett (Daywind Publishing), Leslie Roberts (BMI), Larnelle Harris, Dave Clark, Rick Shelton (Daywind Publishing), Jackie Patillo (Gospel Music Association), Joseph Habedank, Don Koch (Red Street Records). Photo: Carter Adams.

Some of Christian music’s major players gathered at BMI Nashville to celebrate multi-award winning songwriter Dave Clark and his remarkable achievement of numerous No. 1 songs across five decades.

His most recent chart-topping song, “Child of the King,” with Joseph Habedank marked the 28th No. 1 of his career in CCM, inspirational and southern gospel. His hit with Larnelle Harris, “The Father Hath Provided,” released in 1987 and started his career, leading him to Daywind Music Publishing.

Overwhelmed by the love and support of those who came to celebrate him, Clark shares, “I know that, for some, to leave home at 17 with no money and a bad car would seem like a pretty big limb to jump off of, and yet for me the greater risk was always if I had stayed. Make no mistake, if it weren’t for a call, we wouldn’t be standing here. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate something like this than in a roomful of people who have written a story. I’ve been overwhelmed today. Yes, we celebrate the decades, but I’m a guy who’s always measured the journey by the moments, and all the moments are in this room. Everybody in this room represents a different season of what God has let us do all these years. There’s so many memories, so many stories. There’s a line in a Larry Gatlin song that says, ‘I’m just standing here trying to matter.’ By your presence here today, I feel like I do. Thank you.”

 

CMA Hosts Future-Focused ‘MemberSIPS’ Event

Young leaders in the music industry gather for a MemberSIPS event focused on the future of the music industry. Photo: Stephanie Van Horn/CMA

The Country Music Association welcomed its members to its Nashville headquarters for a MemberSIPS event. Young leaders gathered to discuss the future of the music industry.

CMA Senior Director, Business Strategy & Insights Michael Farris moderated the conversation about the challenges and opportunities the industry is facing, including country music’s share in the marketplace and obstacles the genre is facing. CMA created the MemberSIPS to meet its members’ professional development needs. The program offers presentations, discussions, and gatherings to provide networking opportunities while enjoying a beverage with one another.

The next MemberSIPS event, “The Power of Women and Connection,” is set for March 23

 

The Zak Kuhn Show Launches Third Season and Announces Live Tour

Nashville Briefing founder Zak Kuhn launched the third season of his podcast The Zak Kuhn Show on March 7 with the four-date “Hits The Road Tour” to celebrate.

Since the show’s inception in early 2020, Kuhn has recorded over 125 episodes with music leaders and legends including Bobby Bones, Billy Gibbons, Dan Smyers, and more. In its third season, Kuhn continues to highlight leaders in Nashville and will expand his reach to international guests.

The “Hits The Road Tour” is a live podcast event series that takes Kuhn across the country to interview different guests in four cities. Kuhn starts in Boston with Sofar Sounds CEO Jim Lucchese before a stop in Nashville with YouTuber Grady Smith. His tour takes him to Austin’s SXSW with Rachel Whitney (Spotify), Vipin Reddy (Director, Streaming Marketing, Universal Music Group), and Charlene Bryant (Founder, Riveter Management). The tour ends in Chicago with a stop at The Museum of Post Punk & Industrial Music

“When I started this podcast 3 years ago, I had no idea how many adventures it would take me on,” says Kuhn. “From interviewing lifelong idols like Billy Gibbons, to renting a billboard to book a legendary guest, this podcast has helped me cross off some massive bucket list moments. Out of the gate, we are raising the bar this season by hitting the road and bringing the show directly to the listeners. I also can’t wait to reveal the guests we have already booked for this upcoming season. This year will feature conversations with some of the biggest CEOs and most legendary artists we have ever had on the show. It’s going to blow your mind!”

 

The Springboard Music Podcast Launches, Announces Season 1 Lineup

The Springboard Music Podcast, hosted by Rachael Hession (former Manager of National Promotion, Capitol Christian Music Group), launched with its first four episodes and peaked at No. 12 in Apple Music Podcast’s Music Interviews category within its first 24 hours.

Featuring Andrew Brown (Bass Player, Morgan Evans), Shannon Woodworth (Director of Digital Partnerships and Revenue, Universal Music Group), Alex Quattlebaum (Senior Manager of Touring at futureshirts) and Lauren Hungate (Songwriter, Concord and Chromatic Music Publishing), the show debuted on February 7. New episodes will drop every other Tuesday going forward.

The podcast is geared toward an audience who dreams of working in the music industry but does not know where to start through interviews with music industry professionals. Each guest provides insight on how to gain experience and answer whether or not they are “living the dream.” The Springboard Music Podcast will help listeners realize there is space for them at the “music industry table,” no matter what their skills or passions are.

“I hope young professionals won’t feel so alone and lost in their dreams after listening, that they will reach out to the guests, and take steps to gaining experience now to heart,” says Hession. “I also hope that in 10 years, I run into them and hear about their successful careers, making it happen, and still doing what they love.”

Warner Chappell Music Signs Heath Warren

Pictured (L-R): ​​Warner Chappell’s Ryan Beuschel, BMI’s MaryAnn Keen, Heath Warren, Warner Chappell’s Ben Vaughn and Amanda Roach.

Warner Chappell Music has signed a global publishing agreement with up-and-coming, Nashville-based songwriter Heath Warren.

Warren’s most notable credits include “Rock and A Hard Place” by Bailey Zimmerman and “Something You Ain’t Ever Had” by country duo Waterloo Revival.

“Rock and A Hard Place” debuted at No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and was the second highest debut on the chart for all of 2022. The hit reached No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and is continuing to climb the charts, currently sitting at No. 4 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart.

The Albuquerque native has a passion for music and a knack for storytelling, writing and producing within multiple genres. He was named one of BMI’s Buzz Writers To Watch, and has also earned cuts with After Midown, Belles, Colbie Caillat, David J, Eric Van Houten, Josh Ross, Willie Morrison and more.

Hannah Babitt Launches Babz Nashville

Hannah Babitt, Founder & CEO of the management company Babz, has opened Babz Nashville, a second home for the boutique firm that launched in Los Angeles in 2020.

Since January 2022, Babz has consulted for Big Machine Music, and worked with crossover songwriters Laura Veltz, Sara Davis and Geoff Warburton, among others. BABZ also consults with Barry Weiss on his Records label, a Sony Music venture.

Prior to launching Babz, Babitt managed producers at This Is Noise Mgmt. She has also held positions at Pulse Music Group and began her career at The Artists Organization.

“As we celebrate the third anniversary of Babz, we’re thrilled to be a hub for the creation of pop music in both L.A. and Nashville with our immensely talented songwriters, producers and the community around us,” says Babitt. “As fierce advocates for music creators, the Babz team has immense respect for the Nashville songwriting community and looks forward to continuing to forge relationships between L.A. and  Music City. It is a crucial moment for Babz to contribute to the pop marketplace via the collaborations between the Nashville talent and our relationships in L.A.’s pop artist and songwriting community as we simultaneously expand our producer and songwriter roster.”

Babz’s roster of songwriters and producers has expanded over the past three years, and includes Nashville-based songwriter and producer Alex Hope, Grammy-winning producer and songwriter Nick Monson, producer and songwriter Leroy Clampitt, songwriter Madi Yanofsky, Nashville-based songwriter Konrad Snyder and L.A.-based Jesse Fink. Babitt will oversee the company in both Los Angeles and Nashville, with Jacklyn Figueiredo and Eden Lytle based in Los Angeles.

K-Love Fan Awards Weekend To Feature Events With TobyMac, Chris Tomlin, More

Cain will host the upcoming 10th annual  K-LOVE Fan Awards on May 28 at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House.

Details have also been revealed for some of the weekend’s events, including the Friday night kick-off concert, which will be headlined by TobyMac, and will also feature Colton Dixon, Katy Nichole and Blessing Offor. The Sunday morning worship service will be led by Chris Tomlin and speaker David Nassar.

Tickets for the 2023 K-LOVE Fan Awards Weekend are on sale now, with travel packages still available at klovefanawards.com.

Zach Bryan & The Lumineers To Headline Pilgrimage Festival In September

Kevin Griffin posing in front of The Nashville Sign. Photo: Danielle Del Valle

The Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival revealed the lineup for the upcoming annual event taking place Sept. 23-24 at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, Tennessee.

The Lumineers and The Black Crowes are set to headline Saturday night, while Zach Bryan and Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats will close out Sunday’s performances.

Also on the bill for the festival, now in its ninth year, are The Head And The Heart, Yola, Better Than Ezra, James Bay, Hailey Whitters, Boy Named Banjo, Ashley McBride, Margo Price, Luke Grimes, Ian Munsick, The War And Treaty, Patrick Droney and more.

The lineup was unveiled on The Nashville Sign, an iconic local billboard towering above Nashville’s “Gateway to Midtown” (the corner of Broadway and West End) that highlights major events and reflects the spirit of Music City. Festival producer Kevin Griffin was on-site to help share the news, which was also livestreamed in WSMV’s Wednesday morning broadcast.

Along with tons of music, the festival also highlights area creators of all kinds including chefs, artisans, jewelers, brewers and more at the Americana Music Triangle Experience, Makers Village, Craft Beer Hall and additional spaces for attendees to experience.

Tickets for the 2023 festival go on sale tomorrow (March 9) and include two-day General Admission, two-day VIP, single-day General Admission, single-day VIP and parking passes. They will be available at 10 a.m. CT at PilgrimageFestival.com.

Lineup Announced For Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley At CRS

Bob Kingsley‘s Acoustic Alley is returning to the Country Radio Seminar on March 14 from 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. at the Omni Nashville Hotel.

The evening will feature a diverse group of songwriters and artists as they come together to perform some of their biggest hits and will include Rhett Akins, Randy Montana, Hunter Phelps, Bryan Simpson, Jeffrey Steele, Anthony Smith and MaRynn Taylor.

Hosted by Fitz of Country Top 40 with Fitz, the event will also feature Radio Ink’s presentation of its Top Country PD Awards throughout the night.

“The talent lineup for this year’s ‘Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley’ is truly remarkable,” says Fitz. “We are excited to bring together some of the most talented songwriters and artists in country music for a night of incredible performances. This event has become one of the most highly-anticipated events of CRS, and we can’t wait to see everyone there.”

Star-Studded ‘Love Rising’ Benefit Concert Announced For March 20

Several of Nashville’s biggest names will take the Bridgestone stage for “Love Rising,” a benefit concert for the Tennessee Equality Project, Inclusion Tennessee, OUTMemphis and The Tennessee Pride Chamber.

Set for March 20 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, the evening will feature performances by Sheryl Crow, Maren Morris, Jason Isbell, Hayley Williams, Hozier, Brittany Howard, Brothers Osborne, Amanda Shires, Julien Baker, Joy Oladokun, Yola, Jake Wesley Rogers, Mya Byrne, Allison Russell and the Rainbow Coalition Band, and more.

Tickets go on sale today (March 8) at 10:00 A.M. local time. The net proceeds benefit the above organizations in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. The Looking Out Foundation has pledged support through accepting donations and doubling contributions up to a $100,000 maximum.

“Love Rising” comes on the heels of Tennessee’s most recent anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation. Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 9 ban all performances deemed male or female impersonation otherwise known as “drag” from taking place on any public property in the state, as well as in any location where people under age 18 could be present.

“As a queer, intersectional artist and mother, raising my child in Nashville, it’s important to me to support these wonderful Tennessee LGBTQIA+ advocacy organizations, working so hard to build bridges, reduce harm and promote equality for all Tennesseans,” says Russell. “LGBTQIA+ contributions and creativity are foundational to every genre of modern song and arts performance. I think it speaks volumes that so many in our community are feeling the same call to support, celebrate and uplift!”

“SB3/HB9 and SB1/HB1 are clearly targeted attacks on Tennesseans who haven’t done anything wrong,” says Isbell. “These bills add up to an attempt to eradicate a valuable part of our community and force good people to live in fear. We can’t in good conscience just stand by and let that happen.”