Ross Copperman Makes His Way Into The Top Five On MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart

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Ross Copperman. Photo: Gus Black

Decorated songwriter, producer and artist Ross Copperman cracks into the top five on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart this week.

Copperman, who claimed No. 13 on the year-end MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart, has his name on five songs currently circulating on the charts, including “Dancin’ In The Country” (Tyler Hubbard), “Gold” (Dierks Bentley), “Worth A Shot” (Elle King feat. Dierks Bentley), “Pick Me Up” (Gabby Barrett) and “Note To Self” (Randy Houser).

Zach Bryan continues to steam ahead at the top of the chart, notching his 16th week at No. 1. The Oklahoma native has five of his own tracks at play on the chart, including “Something In The Orange,” “Sun To Me,” “The Good I’ll Do” and “Burn, Burn, Burn.” As the sole writer on the songs, Bryan receives all of the points earned from airplay, digital download track sales and streams on the Songwriter Chart.

Filling out the remainder of the top five are Morgan Wallen (No. 2), Ashley Gorley (No. 3) and Ernest Keith Smith (No. 4).

The weekly MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart uses algorithms based upon song activity according to airplay, digital download track sales and streams. This unique and exclusive addition to the MusicRow portfolio is the only songwriter chart of its kind.

Click here to view the full MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart.

Lineup Announced For 6th Annual Tennessee Motorcycles & Music Revival

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Tennessee Motorcycles & Music Revival’s 6th annual event is returning to Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Hurricane Mills from May 18-21.

Headliners for this year’s event include Paul Cauthen, Nikki Lane, Elvie Shane and Whey Jennings. The event will also feature a host of other artists, including Rob Lienes, War Hippies, El Dorodo, The Food Stamps, Booray, Chris Garner, Jericho Rose and Lulu and The Black Sheep.

There will also be a special tribute to the late Loretta Lynn featuring Tayla Lynn, Ernie Lynn, Emmy Russell, Summer Dean, Lienes, Coal Miner’s Band and more.

The weekend will also include a two-wheeled playground featuring stunt shows, bike shows, field games, motorcycle racing and off-road trail riding. The BC Moto Invitational, a custom motorcycle showcase, features select craftsmen displaying some of the country’s best custom motorcycles.

Public early bird tickets are available now.

Jacee Badeaux, Halle Bartlett Promoted At Big Yellow Dog Music

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Jacee Badeaux & Halle Bartlett

Big Yellow Dog Music has promoted Jacee Badeaux to Senior Creative Director, A&R and Halle Bartlett to Coordinator, A&R.

In his elevated role, Badeaux will continue to curate activity for Big Yellow Dog Music writers, artists and producers. Among his recent achievements are signing Brandon Davis and orchestrating the co-write with producer/writer Dave Pittenger and the artist Gayle, who created the Grammy-nominated smash, “abcdefu.” Badeaux has been with Big Yellow Dog Music since 2017 and previously held the position of Creative Director.

Originally from Flushing, Michigan, Bartlett officially joined the Big Yellow Dog Music team as Creative Assistant in January 2022. Before joining the team full-time, she was an intern at the company while studying Music Business at Belmont University. As Coordinator, A&R, Bartlett will be responsible for calendar management, writer coordination, song pitching and social media efforts for Big Yellow Dog Music’s songwriters.

“With artists popping off virally these days, it takes more effort to discover if they are truly talented,” says BYDM co-owner and CEO Carla Wallace. “Jacee has that down and with a passion for finding talent!”

“Halle brings an infectious energy, go-getter attitude, and a song sense that is unmatched,” adds Badeaux. “She’s the tic to my tac.”

Ruston Kelly Announces ‘The Weakness Tour’ For This Spring

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Ruston Kelly. Photo: Alysse Gafkjen

Ruston Kelly will embark on his new headlining “The Weakness Tour” this spring, beginning April 12 at Louisville’s Mercury Ballroom.

The 30-date trek will make stops at NYC’s Webster Hall, Chicago’s House of Blues, Los Angeles’s The Fonda Theater, Cleveland’s Beachland Ballroom and more before wrapping with a hometown show at Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater with Jenny Lewis on June 2. Tickets, as well as VIP packages, are on sale now.

The new tour will support Kelly’s third album, The Weakness, due out April 7 on Rounder Records. The project was created out of an attempt to process a number of life-altering changes Kelly endured over the past couple of years, including a public divorce as well as major upheaval in his immediate family. He collaborated for the first time with producer/songwriter Nate Mercereau on the new collection.

Weekly Register: Hardy Makes Massive Debuts On Country Albums & Songs Charts

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Big Loud rocker Hardy makes massive waves on both the top country streaming songs and top country albums charts this week.

Following the release of his ground- and genre-breaking album, The Mockingbird & The Crow, the decorated singer-songwriter’s 17-track project takes the top spot on the top country albums chart. The album makes a massive debut with 55K in total consumption (20K album only/42 million song streams) and helps Hardy secure 13 songs on this week’s country streaming songs charts, according to Luminate data.

Hardy also sees some action in the top five country streaming songs this week as his duet with Lainey Wilson, “Wait In The Truck,” claims the fourth spot with 8.9 million streams. Additionally, Hardy notches the highest debut on the songs chart at No. 14 with “Red,” his collaboration with label-mate Morgan Wallen, nabbing 5.1 million first-week streams.

Elsewhere on the albums chart, everyone shifts down one spot from last week. Wallen’s Dangerous: The Double Album moves to the second spot with 41K in total consumption (1.2K album only/50 million songs streams), Zach Bryan‘s American Heartbreak goes to third with 32K, Bailey Zimmerman‘s Leave The Light On falls to fourth with 20K and Luke Combs‘ Growin’ Up seals the top five with 18K.

On the songs side, the top three remain the same this week. Bryan maintains the top spot as “Something In The Orange” adds another 15 million streams, Zimmerman’s “Rock And A Hard Place” keeps second with 11 million and Wallen’s “You Proof” claims third with 9 million streams. Kane & Katelyn Brown‘s “Thank God” falls one spot to No. 5 with 8.2 million streams.

Bryan Martin Readies Third Album, ‘Poets & Old Souls,’ For March

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Bryan Martin. Photo: Josh Russell

Bryan Martin‘s third full-length, studio album, Poets & Old Souls, will drop March 31 via Average Joes Entertainment.

Martin honors his Native American heritage with his new single from the project, “Wolves Cry.” Written solely by Martin, the track preaches hard work and resiliency and offers a glimpse into his upbringing, conveying his pride and appreciation for where he came from.

“‘Wolves Cry’ is purely about how I was raised,” Martin explains. “It’s a testament to appreciating your roots, even if you don’t come from much. I want it to serve as a reminder to people to not let your past get in the way of what you really want in life.”

Poets & Old Souls is a collection of personal songs that showcase the Louisiana native’s growth and evolution. It follows Martin’s debut album, If It Was Easy, which detailed his struggle with opiate addiction and mental health, and tells the story of growing up in an oil field family. His sophomore album, Self Inflicted Scars, expanded on his hardships and recounted his suicide attempt at 19.

With his authenticity and lyrical courage, Martin has racked up over 150 million streams. His recently released single, “We Ride,” has earned over 12 million streams across all platforms since its release on Oct. 28.

Martin will join Warren Zeiders on his “Pretty Little Poison Tour” this spring. The 15-date tour kicks off with a sold out show on March 30 in Peoria, Illinois, with additional stops in Cincinnati, Milwaukee, Denver, Salt Lake City, Sacramento and more.

Luke Bryan Goes Country-Wide On Upcoming ‘Country On Tour’

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Luke Bryan. Photo: Eric Ryan Anderson

Five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan will launch his 36-city “Country On Tour” this summer.

Kicking off on June 15 in Syracuse, New York, the trek will include special guests Chayce Beckham, Tyler Braden, Ashley Cooke, Jackson Dean, Jon Langston, Conner Smith, Alana Springsteen, Hailey Whitters and DJ Rock throughout the dates. The tour will criss-cross around the country through the end of October with stops in Philadelphia, Dallas, Albuquerque, Denver, Salt Lake City, Cincinnati, St. Louis, Orlando and more, including a handful of shows in Canada.

“Artists get into the business to make music and perform it for the fans,” shares Bryan. “Leaving it all out on that stage is what it’s all about for me. I’m excited to support and have so many talented new artists along for the ride this year. It’s one of the most rewarding parts of our job.”

The “Country On Tour” will also include a special show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Aug. 12. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Feb. 3 at 10 a.m. local time. Pre-sale for Bryan’s fan club will begin tomorrow (Jan. 31) at 8 a.m. local time through Feb. 2. Additionally, Citi cardmembers will have access to pre-sale tickets from Feb. 1-2.

The summer tour is aptly named after Bryan’s 30th No. 1 single, “Country On,” which hit the top of the country singles charts at the end of 2022 and helped him amass a career tally of 56 total weeks at No. 1.

Jenna Paulette To Release Debut Album, ‘The Girl I Was,’ In March

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Jenna Paulette. Photo: Wes Walker

Jenna Paulette is set to release her debut album, The Girl I Was, on March 31. The new project documents Paulette’s journey of self-discovery after the end of a 10-year-long relationship, and the first single from the collection, “You Ain’t No Cowboy,” is out now.

Produced by Will Bundy, the concept for the album formed while Paulette was attending a writers retreat. The project features songs penned by Ashley McBryde, Rhett Akins, Jessie Jo Dillon, Jeb Gipson and more, and opens and closes with an intro and outro from the classic tune, “Home On The Range.”

“I thought, if we don’t write another song this weekend everything will be right if we get that song right and we did…and that song made sense of a whole record for me,” she recalls. “For the first time I felt like I was writing things that were honest enough to represent where I came from and where I am headed. I cannot wait for y’all to hear this record.”

Named a member of the CMT Next Women of Country Class of 2022, Paulette signed a publishing deal with Sea Gayle Music in June 2021. Last year, she performed the national anthem at the Professional Bull Riding World Finals, as well as day worked on ranches across Texas while securing opening slots and performing in multiple festivals across the country, including CMA Fest.

The Girl I Was Track List:
1. Home on The Range – Intro
2. Fiddle and a Violin (Ashley McBryde, Ryan Tyndell, Jeremy Spillman)
3. Anywhere the Wind Blows (Jenna Paulette, Rhett Akins, Will Bundy)
4. Slow Drawl (Jenna Paulette, Will Bundy, Jeb Gipson)
5. One Two-Step Away (Jenna Paulette, Rhett Akins, Brice Long)
6. You Ain’t No Cowboy (Jenna Paulette, Rhett Akins, Will Bundy)
7. Country in the Girl (Jenna Paulette, Smith Ahnquist, Jeb Gipson)
8. Bless Her Heart (Jenna Paulette, Heather Morgan, Will Bundy, Jeb Gipson)
9. Pretty Ugly (Jenna Paulette, Parker Welling, Will Bundy, Jeb Gipson)
10. Sun Keeps Comin’ Back Up (Jenna Paulette, Jordan Reynolds, Jordan Minton, Mark Trussell)
11. Truck Boy (Jenna Paulette, Jessie Jo Dillon, Will Bundy, Jeb Gipson)
12. We Know How to Friday Night (Jenna Paulette, Casey Beathard, Bobby Pinson)
13. The Girl I Was (Jenna Paulette, Jessie Jo Dillon, Will Bundy, Jeb Gipson)
14. Make the World a Small Town (Jenna Paulette, Dustin Christensen)
15. Stop and Smell the Horses (Jenna Paulette, Jamie Davis)
16. Home on the Range – Outro

Jo Dee Messina To Release Collection Of Timeless Hits

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Jo Dee Messina has announced that Curb Records will release Heads Carolina, Tails California: The Best of Jo Dee Messina on March 10.

The project will feature 11 of her well-loved hits, including “Bye, Bye,” “I’m Alright,” “Lesson In Leavin,’” ”Heads Carolina, Tails California” and more. It will also mark Messina’s first-ever vinyl release on a limited-edition, 180 gram clear vinyl with wisps of color throughout.

“It’s amazing to look back over a catalog and have so many songs with so many memories attached,” says Messina. “Now, to have them come out on vinyl? Wow! It’s a new way to hold those memories. It’s very exciting!”

Messina’s illustrious catalog includes nine chart-toppers and 10 top 40 hits. She has garnered over 700 million on-demand streams and millions of albums sold with multiple RIAA certifications. In part due to Cole Swindell‘s remix of “Heads Carolina, Tails California,” Messina has enjoyed a recent resurgence, paving the way for a big year in 2023.

Heads Carolina, Tails California: The Best of Jo Dee Messina Track List:
1. “Heads Carolina, Tails California” (Tim Nichols, Mark D. Sanders)
2. “Bye-Bye” (Rory Bourke, Phil Vassar)
3. “I’m Alright” (Phil Vassar)
4. “Bring On The Rain” feat. Tim McGraw (Billy Montana, Helen Darling)
5. “My Give A Damn’s Busted” (Joe Diffie, Tom Shapiro, Tony Martin)
6. “You’re Not In Kansas Anymore” (Tim Nichols, Zack Turner)
7. “Lesson In Leavin'” (Randy Goodrum, Brent Maher)
8. “Stand Beside Me” (Stephen Allen Davis)
9. “Because You Love Me” (Kostas, John Scott Sherrill)
10. “That’s The Way” (Annie Roboff, Holly Lamar)
11. “Burn” (Tina Arena, Steve Werfel, Pam Reswick)

Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson, Keith Urban To Headline 2023 Watershed Festival

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Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson and Keith Urban

Watershed Music & Camping Festival has unveiled its lineup for the 2023 event, which will see Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson and Keith Urban serve as headliners.

Taking up residence at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington from Aug. 4-6, the two-stage festival’s main stage will also host performances from Wade Bowen, Travis Denning, Ernest, Kameron Marlowe, Parker McCollum, Niko Moon, Kylie Morgan, Carly Pearce, Conner Smith, Tenille Townes, Lainey Wilson, DJ Rod Youree and Warren Zeiders.

On its Next From Nashville stage, some of country music’s newest acts will be on display, including Avery Anna, Chayce Beckham, George Birge, Ben Burgess, Ben Chapman, Madeline Edwards, Carter Faith, Ella Langley, Alexander Ludwig, Landon Parker, Pillbox Patti, MacKenzie Porter, Peytan Porter, Aaron Raitiere and Lauren Watkins.

Three-day passes will go on sale beginning Feb. 3 12 p.m. CT. For more information on the event and ticketing, click here.