BOBBY KARL WORKS THE ROOM
Chapter 583
This year’s edition of the “Team UMG” showcase at Country Radio Seminar was characterized by lots of new faces and new songs.
The event is already one of the coolest things you will ever experience in Music City. A huge chunk of the Capitol/MCA/Mercury/EMI artist roster is presented to the conventioneers in stripped-down, acoustic settings. Each act gets one song, and each is a surprise appearance.
“This show is one of a kind and cannot be duplicated in any way,” said the always-fabulous host Royce Risser. He can say that again. Tune for tune, it ranks as one of the greatest annual concerts given in Nashville. That the 2018 version was so full of shining newcomer moments was the icing on the cake.
Jordan Davis. Photo: Peyton Hoge
“This is the mecca,” said Jordan Davis as he stood center stage at the hallowed Ryman Auditorium, the venue for Tuesday’s lunch-time gala. “This is the first time I’ve ever been on this stage. This is pretty cool. It’s been the best year of my life.”
He introduced the crowd to a rolling, lyrical, evocative album cut titled “Leaving New Orleans.”
“This is my very first time to play the Ryman,” echoed Brandon Lay. “This is my first CSR week. If I don’t freak out now, I’ll be okay for the rest of my life.” Brandon told the crowd that he’d just learned that he is going to be a father. Then he favored the audience with his youthful “Speakers, Bleachers and Preachers.”
“This is my third time at this show….my first to play it inside,” quipped new Mercury signee Travis Denning. “It’s exciting, this being my first CRS.” His story song about a fake I.D. was “David Ashley Parker From Powder Springs.”
Kassi Ashton. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Maddie and Tae. Photo: Peyton Hoge
The only newcomer who drew a standing ovation was Kassi Ashton, thanks to her sultry, slow, r&b ballad “The Straw.” She told the capacity crowd, “This is my first CRS. This is my first time on the Ryman stage. I’m trying not to pee my pants.”
A number of established acts introduced new tunes at the gig. Maddie & Tae are newly signed to Mercury. They premiered the languid, bluesy “One Heart to Another.”
Eric Paslay has been silent on radio for the past year. Royce introduced him as “The Jolly Red Giant,” and Eric proved that the moniker was apt with a driving, energetic, soaring and joyous new song called “Young Forever.”
Dierks Bentley introduced his new moustache as well as his terrific new, pulse-quickening single “Woman, Amen.” His band offered way-cool counterpoint vocals. The performance drew a big cheer and a standing ovation.
“I like to do things here that you’re never gonna hear anywhere else,” said Chris Stapleton. Country music’s largest selling current artist drew a standing ovation for his penetrating, hair-raising, blues moaner “There Ain’t No Easy Way,” penned by Darrell Scott. Chris and wife Morgane are expecting twins, which Royce promised would be signed to UMG as “The Stapletwins.”
Brothers Osborne. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Vince Gill. Photo: Peyton Hoge
One of the other two standing ovations went to Brothers Osborne, for their thrilling, propulsive run through of “Shoot Me Straight.” Vince Gill received the other one. He revealed to the audience that a gym teacher had tried to molest him when he was a kid and dedicated his song to all people who are standing up against sexual abuse. His choked-with-emotion, heart-in-throat delivery of “Forever Changed” moved us all deeply.
Another show highlight belonged to ACM & CMA New Artist of the Year Jon Pardi. His “She Ain’t In It” was drawling and aching and wonderfully country. Kip Moore opened “Last Shot” a cappella, which was a super effective use of his raspy growl.
Jon Pardi. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Kip Moore. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Luke Bryan offered his earnest new single “Most People Are Good,” as well as his new CD’s thumping title tune “What Makes You Country.” Darius Rucker sang the jaunty “For the First Time.”
Keith Urban closed the show with his sincere “Female” and the rapid-fire “Wasted Time,” with which the crowd sang along.
The place was packed throughout the event. Basking in the UMG greatness were Ben Vaughn, B.J. Hill, Bob Paxman, Bobby Young, Jimmy Knight, Jim Allgren, Eric T. Parker, Erich West, David Frasure, Donna Hughes, Sarah Skates, Natalie Osborne, Tom Baldrica and thousands more lucky CRS registrants.
In Pictures: Warner Music Nashville Hosts ‘Warner Music Monday’
/by Haley CrowPictured (L-R): Devin Dawson, Hunter Hayes, John Esposito (Chairman & CEO, WMN), and Dan Smyers. Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Warner Music Nashville hosted their annual Country Radio Seminar celebration, aptly titled “Warner Music Monday,” Monday night (Feb. 5) at the Bridge Building in Nashville.
Artists including Cole Swindell, Dan + Shay, Devin Dawson, Hunter Hayes, Michael Ray, Morgan Evans, RaeLynn, Tegan Marie and William Michael Morgan mingled with WMN executives and industry guests to kick off the three-day radio conference.
Pictured (L-R): Rod Phillips (SVP Programming, iHeartMedia), Morgan Evans, and Adrian Michaels (National Director Radio & Streaming, WMN). Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Pictured (L-R): Mac Daniels (KPLX and KSCS/Dallas PD), William Michael Morgan, and John Esposito (Chairman & CEO, WMN). Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Pictured (L-R): Missy Iredell (Sr. Director Artist Development, WMN), John Esposito (Chairman & CEO, WMN), Tegan Marie, and Veronica Zelle (Co-founder/CCO, Sweety High). Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Pictured (L-R): Tom Starr (Manager, Regional Radio & Streaming), Gator Harrison (SVP Programming, iHeartMedia Nashville), Tennille Harrison, Kelly Janson, Chris Janson, John Esposito (Chairman & CEO, WMN), and Rod Phillips (SVP Programming, iHeartMedia). Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Pictured (L-R): RaeLynn and John Esposito (Chairman & CEO, WMN). Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Pictured (L-R): Scott Hendricks (EVP A&R, WMN), Michael Ray, and Devin Dawson. Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Pictured (L-R): Alex Guerra (Promotions and Marketing Director, KNTY and KHHM), Cole Swindell, Scott Hendricks (EVP A&R, WMN), Hunter Hayes, and Kristen Williams (SVP Radio & Streaming, WMN). Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge
Warner Music Nashville hosts their annual “Warner Music Monday” celebration at the Bridge Building in Nashville on February 5, 2018. Photo: Alan Poizner/Peyton Hoge [Click to enlarge]
BBR Music Group Adds Everette To Roster
/by Jessica NicholsonPictured (L-R): A celebratory moment with VP/A&R Sara Knabe, BBR Music Group; Colton McGee, Director, Business & Legal Affairs, BBRMG; Brent Rupard, Everette; Anthony Olympia, Everette; Carson James, Sr. VP/Promotion, BBRMG; Jon Loba, EVP, BBRMG. Photo: Sara Kauss
The BBR Music Group/BMG annual CRS party was extra special for newcomer duo Everette. The duo, managed by Homestead/Red Light Management’s Brad Belanger, was added to BBR Music Group’s artist roster on Monday (Feb. 5).
Everette’s Brent Rupard and Anthony Olympia signed with imprint Broken Bow Records, joining superstar talent Jason Aldean, Dustin Lynch and Chase Rice.
“The first time I saw Everette perform I knew I had to work with them,” says Sara Knabe, VP/A&R, BBR Music Group. “Their music made me smile, it made me want to share it with my friends and family, and it made me want to drink beer. Brent and Anthony have created a soundtrack for every day and everyone, and I am excited BBR Music Group gets to share it with the world!”
The duo will soon begin to introduce its brand of country music filled with swampy harmonicas and bluesy guitar licks (co-produced by the band and mostly self-written) to country radio and fans from coast to coast.
Everette signs its record deal alongside BBRMG staff, Homestead/Red Light Management, Country radio, Industry partners, friends and family. [Click to enlarge] Photo: Sara Kauss
Sony Music Nashville Signs Rachel Wammack
/by Jessica NicholsonPictured (L-R): Sony Music Nashville’s Jim Catino, Dennis Reese, Steve Hodges, Margaret Tomlin, Randy Goodman, Rachel Wammack, Maverick Management’s Clarence Spalding, and Sony Music Nashville’s Ken Robold, Taylor Lindsey and John Zarling.
At Tuesday evening’s (Feb. 6) Sony Music Nashville CRS Guitar Pull at the CMA Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the star-studded evening launched with the signing of RCA Nashville’s newest artist Rachel Wammack to a long-term recording deal with Sony Music Nashville.
Wammack, a native of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, wrote her first song at age 12. By age 17, she was discovered by a Sony Music Nashville, and now at age 23, she has signed a record deal with the major label.
Performers at the Guitar Pull included Brad Paisley, Chris Young, Maren Morris, Cam, Luke Combs, Kane Brown, LANCO, Walker Hayes and Mitchell Tenpenny.
Bobby Karl Works The Room: “Team UMG” Showcase At Country Radio Seminar
/by Bobby KarlChapter 583
This year’s edition of the “Team UMG” showcase at Country Radio Seminar was characterized by lots of new faces and new songs.
The event is already one of the coolest things you will ever experience in Music City. A huge chunk of the Capitol/MCA/Mercury/EMI artist roster is presented to the conventioneers in stripped-down, acoustic settings. Each act gets one song, and each is a surprise appearance.
“This show is one of a kind and cannot be duplicated in any way,” said the always-fabulous host Royce Risser. He can say that again. Tune for tune, it ranks as one of the greatest annual concerts given in Nashville. That the 2018 version was so full of shining newcomer moments was the icing on the cake.
Jordan Davis. Photo: Peyton Hoge
“This is the mecca,” said Jordan Davis as he stood center stage at the hallowed Ryman Auditorium, the venue for Tuesday’s lunch-time gala. “This is the first time I’ve ever been on this stage. This is pretty cool. It’s been the best year of my life.”
He introduced the crowd to a rolling, lyrical, evocative album cut titled “Leaving New Orleans.”
“This is my very first time to play the Ryman,” echoed Brandon Lay. “This is my first CSR week. If I don’t freak out now, I’ll be okay for the rest of my life.” Brandon told the crowd that he’d just learned that he is going to be a father. Then he favored the audience with his youthful “Speakers, Bleachers and Preachers.”
“This is my third time at this show….my first to play it inside,” quipped new Mercury signee Travis Denning. “It’s exciting, this being my first CRS.” His story song about a fake I.D. was “David Ashley Parker From Powder Springs.”
Kassi Ashton. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Maddie and Tae. Photo: Peyton Hoge
The only newcomer who drew a standing ovation was Kassi Ashton, thanks to her sultry, slow, r&b ballad “The Straw.” She told the capacity crowd, “This is my first CRS. This is my first time on the Ryman stage. I’m trying not to pee my pants.”
A number of established acts introduced new tunes at the gig. Maddie & Tae are newly signed to Mercury. They premiered the languid, bluesy “One Heart to Another.”
Eric Paslay has been silent on radio for the past year. Royce introduced him as “The Jolly Red Giant,” and Eric proved that the moniker was apt with a driving, energetic, soaring and joyous new song called “Young Forever.”
Dierks Bentley introduced his new moustache as well as his terrific new, pulse-quickening single “Woman, Amen.” His band offered way-cool counterpoint vocals. The performance drew a big cheer and a standing ovation.
“I like to do things here that you’re never gonna hear anywhere else,” said Chris Stapleton. Country music’s largest selling current artist drew a standing ovation for his penetrating, hair-raising, blues moaner “There Ain’t No Easy Way,” penned by Darrell Scott. Chris and wife Morgane are expecting twins, which Royce promised would be signed to UMG as “The Stapletwins.”
Brothers Osborne. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Vince Gill. Photo: Peyton Hoge
One of the other two standing ovations went to Brothers Osborne, for their thrilling, propulsive run through of “Shoot Me Straight.” Vince Gill received the other one. He revealed to the audience that a gym teacher had tried to molest him when he was a kid and dedicated his song to all people who are standing up against sexual abuse. His choked-with-emotion, heart-in-throat delivery of “Forever Changed” moved us all deeply.
Another show highlight belonged to ACM & CMA New Artist of the Year Jon Pardi. His “She Ain’t In It” was drawling and aching and wonderfully country. Kip Moore opened “Last Shot” a cappella, which was a super effective use of his raspy growl.
Jon Pardi. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Kip Moore. Photo: Peyton Hoge
Luke Bryan offered his earnest new single “Most People Are Good,” as well as his new CD’s thumping title tune “What Makes You Country.” Darius Rucker sang the jaunty “For the First Time.”
Keith Urban closed the show with his sincere “Female” and the rapid-fire “Wasted Time,” with which the crowd sang along.
The place was packed throughout the event. Basking in the UMG greatness were Ben Vaughn, B.J. Hill, Bob Paxman, Bobby Young, Jimmy Knight, Jim Allgren, Eric T. Parker, Erich West, David Frasure, Donna Hughes, Sarah Skates, Natalie Osborne, Tom Baldrica and thousands more lucky CRS registrants.
Country Listeners Bringing AM/FM Loyalty To Smart Speakers According To Edison Research
/by Lorie HollabaughThe study unveiled, however, that broadcast radio isn’t often country listeners’ first ask of Alexa, and that country stations must do more to encourage listeners to ask for the order. The study also found that despite broadcasters’ growing efforts to develop smart speaker skills and more frequent on-air mentions, only 25 percent of country smart speaker owners were aware of an AM/FM radio station that offers a smart speaker skill.
Music is a main motivator for country listeners on smart speakers, with 96 percent saying listening to music was a reason for wanting the device. And of the 81 percent who said they used the device to play music last week, 72 percent said they used it to play country. Country listeners who own smart speakers also say they listen to more music than overall respondents — 6 hours and 11 minutes a week, roughly an hour more than others.
“Yes, the adoption of these devices into homes is a huge opportunity for radio,” says Edison Research president Larry Rosin, who co-presented the findings with Edison VP Megan Lazovick. “But don’t be complacent, on Smart Speakers you are competing on the ‘Infinite Dial,’ where all audio is available. Listening to your station is highly unlikely to be the first thing a Smart Speaker user will seek out. It is up to you to remind them.”
Funeral Services Announced For Longtime Opry Musician/Vocalist George McCormick
/by Jessica Nicholson(George McCormick pictured third from left)
Funeral services for Mr. George Washington McCormick, 84 of Silver Point and formerly of Nashville, will be held Friday, Feb. 9 at 1 p.m. at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Crest Lawn Cemetery. Rev. Tony Crow will officiate.
George’s family will receive friends Thursday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and again Friday from 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
He died Monday February 5, 2018 in Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
He was born June 16, 1933 in Smith Co. to the late Jesse Joseph and Della Lee Burton McCormick. A gifted musician and vocalist, George moved to Nashville at age 14 to play music and work at WLAC radio. He began his Grand Ole Opry career in 1951 to sing and play with Martha Carson. In his 47 years at the Opry, he played guitar and bass fiddle and sang harmony, tenor, baritone and lead with Opry artists including Wilma Lee and Stoney Cooper, The Louvin Brothers, Jim Reeves, Porter Waggoner, Dolly Parton and Grandpa Jones. He retired from the Opry in 1998 was a member of the AFL-CIO Musicians Union.
Described as one of a kind and a character, George enjoyed telling stories, laughing and joking with his family and many friends. He attended Smith Springs Baptist Church and Nolensville Baptist Church while in Nashville and was currently attending Silver Point Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, David McCormick, Joe McCormick and Billy McCormick; sister, Betty McCormick; and by step-daughter, Anita Zemuncek and granddaughter Andrea Gregg.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Betty Norrod McCormick, daughters, Teresa McCormick of Cookeville, Trilene McCormick of Nashville, Mindi McCormick, both of Nashville and Anita (Marvin) Stewart of Columbia, TN; step-daughter Helen Smith; brother, Charles (Shirley) McCormick of Nashville; grandchildren, Nicholas Mathis, Roxanne Mathis, Kelsie Rowland, Sidney Roberts, Lauren Hali McCormick, Joey Stewart, Hunter Stewart and Candace Scarbro; and great grandchildren, Bella Masters, Ja’Marian Norwood, Blaine and Riley Scarbro, Shilah and Penelope Roberts and Everett and Corbin Rowland.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements (931) 526-6111.
In Pictures: Tyler Farr Hits Platinum, Hitmakers & Rum Chasers, BMI’s “Know Them Now”
/by Jessica NicholsonTyler Farr Celebrates Platinum
Members of the Columbia Nashville promotion team and staffers from Sony Music Nashville. Photo: Rachael Knaak
Tyler Farr celebrated his birthday (Feb. 5) with a Platinum record. Farr was asked to come by Sony Music Nashville yesterday where he was surprised with the news that his hit song “Whiskey In My Water” is now RIAA Platinum-certified.
Hitmakers & Rum Chasers Raise Funds For Hurricane Relief
Kent Blazy, Chef Mathayam Vachara, Corri English, Chuck Wicks and Ty Bentli backstage at Nashville’s City Winery during the “Hitmakers & Rum Chasers” hurricane relief concert Tuesday night to benefit children in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) affected by Hurricanes Irma and Marie. Photo: Angela Howell
Hit country songwriters, artists and radio personalities converged to lend their talents for a “Hitmakers & Rum Chasers” hurricane relief concert Tuesday night at Nashville’s City Winery. The event benefited children in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) affected by Hurricanes Irma and Marie. Presented by The Charley Foundation, the Nashville-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides support to charitable agencies addressing the critical needs of children, the evening featured music by songwriters Marc Beeson, Kent Blazy, St. John songwriter Erin Hart, Love & Theft, Danny Myrick, Jerrod Niemann and Bridgette Tatum.
BMI Launches “Know Them Now” Songwriter Series
Pictured (L-R): Daniel Ross, Mike Walker, BMI’s MaryAnn Keen, Driver Williams and Chase McGill gather backstage before the inaugural “Know Them Now” songwriter round.
Last Thursday, BMI kicked off its newest songwriter series with a packed crowd at the Listening Room Cafe. Designed to showcase tomorrow’s top hits today, the first installation of “Know Them Now” featured performances from rising hitmakers Chase McGill, Daniel Ross, Mike Walker and Driver Williams. An intimately engaged audience was treated to radio hits like William’s “Smoke A Little Smoke” (Eric Church), heartbreakers like McGill’s “When Someone Stops Loving You” (Little Big Town), recent cuts like Walker’s “American Nights” (Lee Brice) and a special appearance from American Idol winner, Trent Harmon alongside Ross. The crowd’s cries for more were met with an additional round of songs from the writers for a total of five songs each. Set to continue this spring, “Know Them Now” will return to the Listening Room on April 12 with more details to come soon.
SoundHouse Acquires Assets Of InPop Records
/by Jessica NicholsonSoundhouse LLC, founded by CEO Michael Rosenblatt in 2016, is focused on the acquisition of streaming revenue from artists/producers/labels using win/win deal structures. InPop is the 15th acquisition for SoundHouse and brings its catalogue to over 3500 recordings. SoundHouse’s financial partners are Spark Capital, Columbia Capital and Pinnacle Bank.
“We are delighted to continue to inject growth capital into all genres of the music business,” said Rosenblatt. “We look forward to working with others in the contemporary Christian community.”
InPop was originally launched in 1999 by Australians Peter Furler, Dale Bray and Wes Campbell. InPop was later purchased in 2008 by Ron Starr and managed by Mark Lusk.
Capitol Christian Music Group Elevates Monica Coates, EJ Gaines To Co-Executive Directors Of Motown Gospel
/by Lorie HollabaughThe promotions of Coates and Gaines align with a succession plan York had developed last year with CCMG’s prior Chairman & CEO William Ray “Bill” Hearn. Hearn passed away in December after a long and courageous battle with cancer. CCMG President of Motown Gospel Ken Pennell has also announced he will retire from the company, effective April 1 after 20 years at the company developing countless Gospel stars including Smokie Norful, Kierra Sheard and Tasha Cobbs Leonard.
“Monica and EJ have both contributed so much to the success of Motown Gospel, and these promotions reflect both the outstanding jobs they do and the expansion of their responsibilities within CCMG,” said CCMG Chairman & CEO Peter York. “Ken and I have worked closely together for two decades and I can’t thank him enough for his friendship and contributions to Gospel Music and our company. He will truly be missed, and everyone at CCMG wishes him nothing but the best in his retirement.”
Prior to assuming their new roles, Coates and Gaines were Motown Gospel’s Vice President of A&R and Vice President of Marketing respectively, with the two working closely together to build upon the company’s artist signing and development strategies. Both executives joined the company in 2016, with Coates directing A&R, Creative and Promotion functions, and Gaines overseeing Commercial Partnerships, Publicity and Events, Digital Marketing and Content Creation/Monetization, Sync and Business Affairs.
Coates is a 25-year veteran of the Gospel Music industry, with experience in artist management, promotion, publicity and A&R. Prior to joining Motown, she was Director of Operations at Kirk Franklin’s Fo Yo Soul Recordings (affiliated with RCA Records), where she oversaw management of the label and campaigns for artists including Franklin, The Walls Group, and Tasha Page-Lockhart. She began her career at Fred Hammond’s production house, Face To Face, where she also served as his personal manager. She also spent five years at Verity Records (now RCA Inspiration) as Senior Director of A&R working with best-selling artists Donnie McClurkin and Hezekiah Walker among many others. Coates’ first book, The Beginner’s Guide To The Gospel Music Industry, was published in 2009.
Prior to accepting his Motown Gospel role, EJ Gaines was an entertainment attorney and artist manager, helping guide the careers of numerous artists, including Mary Mary, Natalie Grant, Donald Lawrence, William McDowell, and Jonathan McReynolds. He began his career at Jive Records and Verity Records, before becoming an executive assistant to artist Donnie McClurkin. Gaines graduated from St. John’s University School of Law and served as an associate at Carter, Ledyard & Milburn LLP, later launching the entertainment division at Waterford Law Group, PLLC in 2013.
Motown Gospel is the label home to artists Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tye Tribbett, Brian Courtney Wilson and many others.
MusicRow Pics: 2018 CountryBreakout Awards
/by Haley CrowMusicRow Magazine celebrated its 16th annual CountryBreakout Awards on Monday (Feb. 5) at The Listening Room Cafe in Nashville. Blake Shelton, Florida Georgia Line, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs, Shane Owens, songwriter Ashley Gorley, and MusicRow reporter Alex Hardy were all honored during the event.
Additionally, the packed house of industry members and radio executives enjoyed performances from Reviver Records artist Michael Tyler, and Red Star Label Group’s Denny Strickland.
For more, read Bobby Karl’s recap of the event.
MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson, Kelsea Ballerini and MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): Tim McFadden, Tony Jackson and MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): Jordon Williams and Quinn Williams of Spencer’s Own, MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick, Nic Williams, Nate Williams and Morgan Williams of Spencer’s Own. Photo: ElectricHouse
Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Pictured (L-R): Uncle Si & The Sicotics’ Marsha Robertson, Uncle Si Robertson and Bridgette Tatum. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Pictured (L-R): Dylan Jackobsen and MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick.
Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): Dallas Remmington and Jessica Rose. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Pictured (L-R): Cody McCarver and Smith & Wesley’s Scott Smith and Todd Smith. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson, Capitol Records’ Bobby Young and MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson, Scott Hendricks and MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson, Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley, and MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard. Photo: Haley Crow/MusicRow
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson, Ashley Gorley and MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson, Luke Combs and MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser Photography
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick, Ann Chrisman Promotions’ Ann Chrisman and Anne Sarosdy, Shane Owens, Grassroots Promotions’ RJ Jordan and Nancy Tunick, MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow Chart Director Alex Kobrick, Alex Hardy and MusicRow Publisher/Owner Sherod Robertson. Photo: Bev Moser/Moments By Moser