Pictured (L-R): Honorees Janet Weir, Annie Ortmeier, Lynn Oliver-Cline, Becky Gardenhire, Leslie DiPiero, and Faithe Dillman. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Rising Women on the Row has taken its place as one of the essential dates on the Nashville music biz’s social calendar.
The seventh annual such breakfast, staged by MusicRow magazine, drew a record-setting 540 attendees. The throng was there to applaud this year’s slate of honorees, Faithe Dillman, Leslie DiPiero, Becky Gardenhire, Lynn Oliver-Cline, Annie Ortmeier and Janet Weir.
This year’s event took place at the Omni hotel downtown on Tuesday (March 27). Each of the women who were recognized offered words of encouragement to their sisters in the industry.
“Honor the women who came before you; respect the women you work with now; mentor the women coming up behind you,” said DiPiero. She is the GM of FGL’s Tree Vibez Music.
Pictured (L-R): Tracy Gershon, Mary Hilliard Harrington, Rose Palermo, and Ann Powers. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
“In honor of Women’s History Month, I want to thank every woman who came before me,” she added. “Of the people here today, even if you don’t like me, I love you. This community and its songwriters literally saved my life.” She moved to Music City 23 years ago following the cancer death of her mentor mother. Among her lessons: “Laughter is the sound of fear leaving.”
“This is extremely overwhelming,” said Gardenhire. “I think I’ve been to every one of these. If you’re here, you’re supporting women. And that’s hugely important.” She is a partner at WME.
“I’d like to thank the community of women I get to work with every day,” said Weir. “For me, personally, it’s a really big deal to be recognized in Nashville. I fell in love with this community and always, always wanted to be here.” Vancouver native Weir manages Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd as president of 42 Entertainment and via Red Light.
“Oh wow: I’m blown away by the support,” said Oliver-Cline, who founded River House Artists and manages Luke Combs. “It’s been a 24-year journey, but here we are.”
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow‘s Sherod Robertson with Tracy Gershon, Mary Hilliard Harrington, Rose Palermo and Ann Powers. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
“I am extremely humbled to be honored among friends,” said Dillman, the founder and CEO of Marbaloo Marketing. “This is the closest thing to a college graduation I’m going to get.”
“Thank you all for being here,” said Ortmeier to the packed ballroom. “Thank you MusicRow magazine for this incredible event.” She is the VP of digital marketing at UMG.
“The women here this morning haven’t had it easy,” commented host Sherod Robertson. “They’ve had to work hard to make their contributions to the Nashville music industry.”
He moderated a panel discussion that featured four prominent music biz women. Artist manager Tracy Gershon co-founded Change the Conversation to bring gender disparity to the forefront on Music Row. Mary Hilliard Harrington of Red Light manages Dierks Bentley, LANCO, Aubrie Sellers and Tucker Beathard and founded The GreenRoom publicity agency. Rose Palermo is one of the most prominent attorneys on Music Row. Ann Powers is a distinguished music critic, author and NPR correspondent. Each offered words of empowerment.
Black River Entertainment artist Abby Anderson. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
“You just have to work hard, work harder, work hardest,” said Gershon. “Do not take no for an answer. Keep your eye on the ball. Support each other. Pay it forward.”
“Share each others’ experiences,” said Powers. “I am recognizing the legacy of the women who came before me and helping the women who come after….We have to champion our elders as well as our younger generation.
“We’re in a moment of reckoning. The MeToo and TimesUp movements have brought a shift in attitudes and a demand for accountability. What I’m seeing among young people is an expectation of diversity.”
“Work your ass off and have a thick skin,” offered Hilliard Harrington. “Surround yourself with awesome people. It’s such a great time for women.”
Black River artist Abby Anderson performs. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Palermo suggested, “Have a great sense of humor. Don’t b.s. people. Be straightforward. Be sincere. Be confident. Be nice to everyone, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.”
This event also always features superb music. This year’s female artist in the Rising Women on the Row spotlight was singer-songwriter Abby Anderson. She peppered the crowd with her spitfire rocker “Naked Truth,” then stunned everyone with her ballad “Make Him Wait,” which will become her debut single this spring.
“I’m a big fan of all the women who are honored here today,” said the personality-packed Anderson. She earned a standing ovation for her too-brief set.
One new addition this year was a “tribute” video starring industry leaders offering congratulations. Todd Cassetty was instrumental in creating this.
As usual, the Omni breakfast was excellent – scrambled eggs, fried potatoes & onions, link sausage, bacon, melon and berries. New this year was the offering of biscuits, to the delight of many.
LeAnn Phelan, B.J. Hill, Ben Vaughn, Debbie Linn, Justin Levinson, Diane Pearson, Doug Johnson, Becky Harris, Bob DiPiero, Cameo Carlson and Victoria Shaw were spotted schmoozing.
Also on the rsvp list were such fabulons as Liz Motley, Woody Bomar, Debbie Zavitson, Aileen Crowley, Karen Conrad, Rachel Fontenot, Pam Matthews, Edie Emery, Tom Lord, Martha Ivester and Tammy Hyler.
So were such prior RWOTR honorees as Tatum Allsep, Kerri Edwards, Abbey Adams, Amanda Cates, Leslie Roberts, Tiffany Dunn, Julie Boos and Cyndi Forman.
Pictured (L-R) Martha Henderson, Exec. VP, City National Bank; Sherod Robertson, Publisher/Owner, MusicRow Magazine; Diane Pearson, Sr. VP, Manager, City National Bank. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
A special shout-out goes to this cool gig’s presenting sponsors, City National Bank (which has been on board since the very first RWOTR breakfast seven years ago), Loeb & Loeb and Tri Star Sports & Entertainment.
They had plenty of corporate company this year, with sponsors including Martin Allbee, Flood Bumstead McCready and McCarthy, Loeb & Loeb, River House/Make Wake, Marbaloo Marketing, City National Bank, Tri Star Sports & Entertainment, Given Entertainment, Farris Self & Moore, Warner Music Nashville, WME, Universal Music Group, Red Light Management, The Avenue West, Bandwidth, Riser House, G Major Management, Sony Music Nashville, CAA, Big Loud/Maverick, Remedy Creative, Black River Entertainment, Plaid Flag, Song Suffragettes, IEBA, AEG Presents, Kinkead Entertainment Agency, BMG, Huskins Harris, and Nashville School of the Arts.
Pictured (L-R) Denise Stevens, Partner, Loeb & Loeb, LLP; Sherod Robertson, Publisher/Owner, MusicRow Magazine. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Thompson Square Returns After Five-Year Hiatus With ‘Masterpiece’
/by Lorie HollabaughThompson Square are back with their first new album in more than five years, MASTERPIECE, which is set for release June 1. The duo worked with producers Nathan Chapman and Dann Huff on the new project, but also self-produced a few of the independent CD’s 11 new tracks which feature touches of R&B, reggae and hard rock influences.
“This album is called MASTERPIECE, and the definition of a masterpiece is an artist’s life’s work,” Keifer says. “When we’re 80 years old and we look back, we want to be able to say we’re really proud of all the stuff we did.”
Five songs from the album, “Masterpiece,” “A Love Like This,” “Millionaires,” “Up In Smoke” and “Let’s Do Something Stupid,” are available now for fans, and the full length album is available for pre-order here.
The duo will return to the road later this year for a slate of acoustic and full-band shows which will be announced soon.
Ty Herndon, Cody Alan To Host 2018 Concert For Love And Acceptance
/by Jessica NicholsonGLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, announced the 2018 Concert for Love and Acceptance set for June 7 at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville. The show, taking place the night after the 2018 CMT Music Awards, will feature a coalition of artists and celebrities appearing and performing to accelerate acceptance for the LGBTQ community. Ty Herndon and CMT’s Cody Alan will host, and the event will feature performances by Herndon, as well as Terri Clark, Cassadee Pope, Michael Ray, Calum Scott, Brandon Stansell, and more. CMT will return as the event’s media sponsor and will amplify the event and line-up across its radio and social platforms. Additional support for the event is provided by Nissan.
“We’re proud to once again lock arms with our friends at GLAAD to lend our voice and support to an event that champions love and acceptance through the power of music,” said Frank Tanki, General Manager of CMT and TV Land.
“I’m thrilled to partner with GLAAD once again for this show that has broken so much new ground and started so many important conversations over the past three years,” said Herndon. “Letting our LGBTQ friends, family, and neighbors know they are accepted and loved just as they are isn’t just making the world a better place – it’s literally saving lives – and I’m so proud to be a part of it.”
The inaugural Concert for Love and Acceptance was held in 2015 to kick off GLAAD’s Southern Stories Tour and the second iteration was held in 2017. The event has been supported by artists like Reba McEntire, with a lineup of performances has included Chris Carmack, Crystal Gayle, Billy Gilman, Dana Goldberg, Kree Harrison, Mickey Guyton, Levi Hummon, Runaway June, Ryan Kinder, Meghan Lindsey, Street Corner Symphony, Thompson Square, and Trent Harmon. GLAAD’s Southern Stories initiative tells the stories of LGBTQ people and their allies in the South to create a cultural shift towards LGBTQ acceptance and understanding in the region.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit glaad.org.
In Pictures: Rising Women On The Row 2018
/by Haley CrowOn Tuesday (March 27), MusicRow magazine celebrated six of the music industry’s top female executives, with this year’s Rising Women On The Row event honoring Marbaloo’s Faithe Dillman, Tree Vibez Music’s Leslie DiPiero, WME’s Becky Gardenhire, River House Artists’ Lynn Oliver-Cline, UMG Nashville’s Annie Ortmeier, and Red Light Management/42 Entertainment’s Janet Weir.
Read Bobby Karl Works The Room for a full recap of the event.
Pictured (L-R): Honorees Faithe Dillman and Janet Weir. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R) Universal Music Group Nashville Chairman/CEO Mike Dungan and MusicRow Magazine Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Pictured (L-R): Stacey Willbur (Full Circle Music), Woody Bomar (Green Hills Music Group), and Leslie Mitchell (Grin Like A dog Songs). Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Pictured (L-R): CEO of Marbaloo Marketing and honoree Faithe Dillman and Senior Vice President Julie Behr Sturdivant of Marbaloo Marketing. Photo: Allie Krause
Pictured (L-R): Sarah Buxton and RaeLynnPhoto: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Photo: Moments By Moser Photography
Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow‘s Sherod Robertson, Rose Palermo and Jamey Ryan. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): Belmont University student volunteers Cassidy Zuver and Madison Policastri. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): Belmont University student volunteers Haley Delpico and Claire Karliak. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Warner Music Group Acquires A&R Tool Sodatone
/by Jessica NicholsonThe company will continue to be run by its founders, Arjun Bali and Jerry Zhang, two innovators with a background in data science, artificial intelligence and engineering. Reporting to Vinnie Freda, WMG’s Chief Data Officer, the duo will collaborate closely with A&R executives across WMG’s recorded music and music publishing operations.
Max Lousada, CEO, Recorded Music, Warner Music Group, says, “At Warner Music, we’re creating an entrepreneurial environment where art and technology thrive together. Arjun and Jerry are two talented pioneers, whose passion for algorithms and trends is matched by our love for music and culture. They understand that A&R instinct has always been informed by different types of data, and have created a tool that brings new sophistication and foresight to creative decisions. As the youngest member of our growing family of brands, Sodatone will help to differentiate us in the search for the superstars of tomorrow.”
Zhang and Bali added, “We chose Warner Music Group as our new home because we respect the company’s openness to experimentation and admire their approach to artist development. Having worked with so many music companies, it will be inspiring to be closer to the music-making process, and explore how we can fine-tune our technology to make it an even more powerful tool in the hands of the creatives. Max, Jon, Steve, Vinnie and the rest of the leadership team are very supportive of our ambitious plans for the future.”
Sodatone was originally hosted at the ‘Music Den’ incubator at Toronto’s Ryerson University and the University of Waterloo’s Velocity program.
iHeartCountry Festival Announces Daytime Village Lineup
/by Lorie HollabaughThe free daytime event will also feature fan zones and interactive experiences by iHeartRadio’s brand partners.
The Festival’s main stage event hosted by Bobby Bones will feature performances from Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Dustin Lynch, Cole Swindell, Maren Morris, Sugarland, Luke Combs, Billy Currington, Dan + Shay, Jon Pardi and Brett Young, with more set to be announced.
iHeartMedia will broadcast the event live nationwide across its country stations. A limited number of tickets for behind the stage seats are available beginning today for $20 (plus tax and fees) at texasboxoffice.com. The festival is donating $1 for every ticket sold to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to help fund lifesaving treatments and research.
Point Of Grace To Release First Full-Length Hymns Album
/by Jessica NicholsonCCM group Point of Grace will return April 3 with a new collection, Beautiful Name. The album marks the trio’s first full-length recording of hymns and worship songs, with Point of Grace’s signature harmonies atop 10 fresh arrangements of beloved favorites.
Produced and arranged by Kent Hooper and Phillip Keveren, Beautiful Name features cherished hymns “All Creatures of Our God and King,” “Holy, Holy, Holy” and “Blessed Assurance,” among others, alongside such worship classics as the Twila Paris-penned “How Beautiful”; Hillsong Worship’s anthemic “Cornerstone”; and renowned modern hymn “In Christ Alone (My Hope Is Found),” by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend.
“We have always known at some point in our career we would record a hymns and worship project,” said Point of Grace’s Shelley Breen. “After being together for 25 years, this seemed like the perfect time. So much of our ministry is based on the foundation we received growing up in the Church and singing these hymns that are so theologically rich and full of verity.”
Point of Grace has sold more than 8 million units; garnered two platinum records; three Grammy nominations, as well as 27 No. 1 singles and numerous Dove Awards. Comprised of Shelley Breen, Denise Jones and Leigh Cappillino, the group founded the Girls of Grace conference and have authored multiple books. Point of Grace regularly appear on the Grand Ole Opry stage.
Industry Pics: Jon Pardi, Cassadee Pope, Rodney Atkins
/by Jessica NicholsonJon Pardi Visits ACM
Pictured (L-R): Jon Pardi with ACM CEO Pete Fisher. Photo: Michel Bourquard/Courtesy of the Academy of Country Music
The Academy of Country Music welcomed Capitol Nashville recording artist and 2017 New Male ACM Vocalist Jon Pardi to the office. While at the Academy, Pardi performed acoustic renditions of several songs from his Gold-certified, ACM Album of the Year nominated album, California Sunrise.
Cassadee Pope Returns To The Voice
Kelly Clarkson and Cassadee Pope.
For the first time ever, The Voice coaches Kelly Clarkson, Alicia Keys, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton have recruited those who know best how to navigate and win the competition to advise their artists – former Voice champions. Winners Cassadee Pope, Jordan Smith, Chris Blue and Chloe Kohanski will serve as advisers for the coaches during the Knockout Rounds on NBC’s The Voice, beginning Monday, April 2 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT).
Rodney Atkins Celebrates New Single Release
Pictured (L-R): Curb Records’ Benson Curb, Ryan Dokke and RJ Meacham, Rodney Atkins, WME’s Lane Wilson, Curb Records’ Jeff Tuerff, Samantha Deprez and Jessie Lowe. Photo: Rick Diamond
Curb artist Rodney Atkins‘ new single “Caught Up In The Country” features vocals from the Fisk Jubilee Singers. The track is the first from Atkins’ upcoming fifth studio album.
“Listening to the Fisk Jubilee Singers with their hand clapping and foot stomping music is really a spiritual experience,” says Atkins. “When I heard ‘Caught Up In The Country’ I just felt like the two things had to come together. It doesn’t sound like anything I’ve recorded or released before and that also excites me.”
At a listening event previewing his new music on March 21, Atkins was honored with a plaque celebrating his nine career Gold, Platinum and Multi-Platinum RIAA certifications to date. In addition to his sales success, which includes over 13 million units sold, Atkins has also amassed six No. 1 hits.
Deluge Music, Gravity Gone Music Sign Jason Saenz
/by Jessica NicholsonPictured (L-R): Mark Friedman president Deluge Music, Stephanie Greene Gravity Gone Music, Jason Saenz and Emily Dryburgh creative manager Deluge Music.
Deluge Music and Gravity Gone Music have signed a worldwide publishing deal with songwriter Jason Saenz.
“Jason is going to be a huge asset and we welcome him to the Deluge Music team!” says Deluge president Mark Friedman.
Gravity Gone Music’s Stephanie Greene adds, “I’m really excited about this new adventure with Deluge! I’ve been working with Jason for eight years and I’ve watched him grow into a writer that can step into any room, whether it be country, pop, urban, or indie…and he’ll deliver and it’s always a really great song.”
Jason has had cuts with Gavin DeGraw, Little Big Town, Lee Ann Womack, Kassi Ashton, Drake White, and Scotty McCreery, among others.
Bobby Karl Works The Room: 2018 Rising Women On The Row
/by Bobby KarlPictured (L-R): Honorees Janet Weir, Annie Ortmeier, Lynn Oliver-Cline, Becky Gardenhire, Leslie DiPiero, and Faithe Dillman. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Rising Women on the Row has taken its place as one of the essential dates on the Nashville music biz’s social calendar.
The seventh annual such breakfast, staged by MusicRow magazine, drew a record-setting 540 attendees. The throng was there to applaud this year’s slate of honorees, Faithe Dillman, Leslie DiPiero, Becky Gardenhire, Lynn Oliver-Cline, Annie Ortmeier and Janet Weir.
This year’s event took place at the Omni hotel downtown on Tuesday (March 27). Each of the women who were recognized offered words of encouragement to their sisters in the industry.
“Honor the women who came before you; respect the women you work with now; mentor the women coming up behind you,” said DiPiero. She is the GM of FGL’s Tree Vibez Music.
Pictured (L-R): Tracy Gershon, Mary Hilliard Harrington, Rose Palermo, and Ann Powers. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
“In honor of Women’s History Month, I want to thank every woman who came before me,” she added. “Of the people here today, even if you don’t like me, I love you. This community and its songwriters literally saved my life.” She moved to Music City 23 years ago following the cancer death of her mentor mother. Among her lessons: “Laughter is the sound of fear leaving.”
“This is extremely overwhelming,” said Gardenhire. “I think I’ve been to every one of these. If you’re here, you’re supporting women. And that’s hugely important.” She is a partner at WME.
“I’d like to thank the community of women I get to work with every day,” said Weir. “For me, personally, it’s a really big deal to be recognized in Nashville. I fell in love with this community and always, always wanted to be here.” Vancouver native Weir manages Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd as president of 42 Entertainment and via Red Light.
“Oh wow: I’m blown away by the support,” said Oliver-Cline, who founded River House Artists and manages Luke Combs. “It’s been a 24-year journey, but here we are.”
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow‘s Sherod Robertson with Tracy Gershon, Mary Hilliard Harrington, Rose Palermo and Ann Powers. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
“I am extremely humbled to be honored among friends,” said Dillman, the founder and CEO of Marbaloo Marketing. “This is the closest thing to a college graduation I’m going to get.”
“Thank you all for being here,” said Ortmeier to the packed ballroom. “Thank you MusicRow magazine for this incredible event.” She is the VP of digital marketing at UMG.
“The women here this morning haven’t had it easy,” commented host Sherod Robertson. “They’ve had to work hard to make their contributions to the Nashville music industry.”
He moderated a panel discussion that featured four prominent music biz women. Artist manager Tracy Gershon co-founded Change the Conversation to bring gender disparity to the forefront on Music Row. Mary Hilliard Harrington of Red Light manages Dierks Bentley, LANCO, Aubrie Sellers and Tucker Beathard and founded The GreenRoom publicity agency. Rose Palermo is one of the most prominent attorneys on Music Row. Ann Powers is a distinguished music critic, author and NPR correspondent. Each offered words of empowerment.
Black River Entertainment artist Abby Anderson. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
“You just have to work hard, work harder, work hardest,” said Gershon. “Do not take no for an answer. Keep your eye on the ball. Support each other. Pay it forward.”
“Share each others’ experiences,” said Powers. “I am recognizing the legacy of the women who came before me and helping the women who come after….We have to champion our elders as well as our younger generation.
“We’re in a moment of reckoning. The MeToo and TimesUp movements have brought a shift in attitudes and a demand for accountability. What I’m seeing among young people is an expectation of diversity.”
“Work your ass off and have a thick skin,” offered Hilliard Harrington. “Surround yourself with awesome people. It’s such a great time for women.”
Black River artist Abby Anderson performs. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Palermo suggested, “Have a great sense of humor. Don’t b.s. people. Be straightforward. Be sincere. Be confident. Be nice to everyone, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.”
This event also always features superb music. This year’s female artist in the Rising Women on the Row spotlight was singer-songwriter Abby Anderson. She peppered the crowd with her spitfire rocker “Naked Truth,” then stunned everyone with her ballad “Make Him Wait,” which will become her debut single this spring.
“I’m a big fan of all the women who are honored here today,” said the personality-packed Anderson. She earned a standing ovation for her too-brief set.
One new addition this year was a “tribute” video starring industry leaders offering congratulations. Todd Cassetty was instrumental in creating this.
As usual, the Omni breakfast was excellent – scrambled eggs, fried potatoes & onions, link sausage, bacon, melon and berries. New this year was the offering of biscuits, to the delight of many.
LeAnn Phelan, B.J. Hill, Ben Vaughn, Debbie Linn, Justin Levinson, Diane Pearson, Doug Johnson, Becky Harris, Bob DiPiero, Cameo Carlson and Victoria Shaw were spotted schmoozing.
Also on the rsvp list were such fabulons as Liz Motley, Woody Bomar, Debbie Zavitson, Aileen Crowley, Karen Conrad, Rachel Fontenot, Pam Matthews, Edie Emery, Tom Lord, Martha Ivester and Tammy Hyler.
So were such prior RWOTR honorees as Tatum Allsep, Kerri Edwards, Abbey Adams, Amanda Cates, Leslie Roberts, Tiffany Dunn, Julie Boos and Cyndi Forman.
Pictured (L-R) Martha Henderson, Exec. VP, City National Bank; Sherod Robertson, Publisher/Owner, MusicRow Magazine; Diane Pearson, Sr. VP, Manager, City National Bank. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
A special shout-out goes to this cool gig’s presenting sponsors, City National Bank (which has been on board since the very first RWOTR breakfast seven years ago), Loeb & Loeb and Tri Star Sports & Entertainment.
They had plenty of corporate company this year, with sponsors including Martin Allbee, Flood Bumstead McCready and McCarthy, Loeb & Loeb, River House/Make Wake, Marbaloo Marketing, City National Bank, Tri Star Sports & Entertainment, Given Entertainment, Farris Self & Moore, Warner Music Nashville, WME, Universal Music Group, Red Light Management, The Avenue West, Bandwidth, Riser House, G Major Management, Sony Music Nashville, CAA, Big Loud/Maverick, Remedy Creative, Black River Entertainment, Plaid Flag, Song Suffragettes, IEBA, AEG Presents, Kinkead Entertainment Agency, BMG, Huskins Harris, and Nashville School of the Arts.
Pictured (L-R) Denise Stevens, Partner, Loeb & Loeb, LLP; Sherod Robertson, Publisher/Owner, MusicRow Magazine. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Chris Stapleton, Lionel Richie, Jack White To Play This Year’s Pilgrimage Festival
/by Lorie HollabaughThe full 2018 Pilgrimage lineup includes: Jack White, Chris Stapleton, Lionel Richie, Hozier, Brandi Carlile, Counting Crows, Amos Lee, Bleachers, Lord Huron, Dawes, Maggie Rogers, Elle King, Mat Kearney, Valerie June, The Struts, Jade Bird, Kevin Griffin, Keb’ Mo’, The White Buffalo, Pete Yorn, The Record Company, Caitlyn Smith, John Moreland, The Infamous Stringdusters, Tall Heights, Tyminski, Aaron Lee Tasjan, Jillian Jacqueline, Low Cut Connie, Donovan Woods, Courtney Marie Andrews, Rebirth Brass Band, Wild Rivers, Joshua Hedley, Caroline Rose, Robert Finley, Devon Gilfillian, Whitney Rose, Lilly Hiatt, Sarah Shook & The Disarmers, AHI, Liz Longley, Hannah Dasher, Josh Martin, Bishop Gunn, Ralph’s World + Friends Siama’s Congo Roots, 123 Andrés, Mister G, Cajun Mike, Tom Mason and the Blue Buccaneers and more.
Citi is the official pre-sale credit card for the Pilgrimage Festival, and Citi cardmembers can take advantage of special pre-sale ticket access beginning today (3/27) through March 29th. Complete pre-sale details can be found at citiprivatepass.com. Tickets go on sale to the general public March 30.
This year the festival unveiled an exclusive new experience called The Grand Champion Experience with Blackberry Farm, a heralded culinary event and hotel venue in the Great Smoky Mountains. The Grand Champion pass includes all the amenities provided in the VIP Village Experience, plus even more exclusive access to live performances, with Blackberry Farm culinary & beverage delights at the Festival, and a private Friday night banquet.
Pilgrimage will also feature a new Made South Maker Village this year with over 60 local and regional craft vendors and Bell’s Brewery Craft Beer Hall with televised SEC and NFL football games, the Millville, TN Market, and the Farm to Turntable food truck park featuring 18 local food trucks including bars and shaded center court.