Pictured (L-R): MusicRow owner/publisher Sherod Robertson; Ross Copperman; Tim Wipperman at the MusicRow Awards. Photo: Moments By Moser Photography
BOBBY KARL WORKS THE ROOM
Chapter 553
The 15th annual MusicRow CountryBreakout Awards event spread the love around as artists affiliated with the Columbia, EMI, Republic, Thirty Tigers and Arista imprints were honored.
The big winner, again, was Capitol Records Nashville. This imprint was named Label of the Year for the 13th time, and 12 of those wins have been consecutive.
“Thanks to everyone at MusicRow,” said label VP Bobby Young. “I appreciate all y’all. Thanks for all the great airplay.” He introduced his fellow promoters Ashley Laws and MaryBeth Watson on stage. “The best part of my job is working with talent,” Bobby added. And what talent: The Capitol roster includes Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, Keith Urban, Jon Pardi, Mickey Guyton and Dierks Bentley. They accounted for nine No.1 records on the MusicRow chart during the past year.
“Thank you for all your amazing, amazing support for three years running,” said BMLG Records VP Matthew Hargis accepting the Group/Duo award for the third consecutive year for Florida Georgia Line. “We appreciate you so much.” FGL has three CMA Duo honors, has one of country’s top-10 grossing tours and is an ACM Entertainer nominee.
“We certainly don’t take it for granted how supportive you are,” said Arista VP Josh Easler in accepting Carrie Underwood’s Female Artist MusicRow award. She is the CMA’s four-time Female honoree and is the only woman nominated for the ACM’s Entertainer of the Year in 2017, thanks to her “Storyteller Tour” playing to more than a million fans.
EMI VP Jimmy Rector accepted the Male award for Eric Church. This is his second MusicRow win. He won Album of the Year at the CMA’s. “Thank you to everyone in this room,” said Jimmy. “Eric is all about the fans, as you all know. And he knows that the best way to reach them is through you guys.”
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow owner/publisher Sherod Robertson; WGGC’s Greg Almond, MusicRow Chart Director Troy Stephenson. MusicRow Awards 2.22.17 © Moments By Moser Photography
Columbia’s Maren Morris won the Breakthrough artist award, thanks to earning a Grammy, winning the New Artist CMA award and getting six ACM nominations.
MusicRow’s Sherod Robertson presided. “We absolutely love hosting this event every year,” he said. “I want you to know how grateful we are for these relationships.”
The periodical’s Troy Stephenson presented the Independent Artist of the Year award to Aaron Watson. As usual, the tireless road warrior was off doing a show.
“I think we all know Aaron’s independent spirit,” said Anthony “Gino” Genero of Thirty Tigers. “We thank each and every one of you for your spins. ““Independent music!” crowed Nancy Tunick. “MusicRow’s reporters have the independent spirit. We applaud you. We feel like it is a privilege to bring music to you.”
Troy also presented the MusicRow Reporter of the Year honor. It went to Greg Almond of WGGC in Bowling Green, KY. “Greg is a big supporter of new and independent artists,” said Troy.
“Thank you; this is pretty cool,” said Greg. “My motto is, ‘Work hard; be nice to people; and eventually you’ll be recognized for what you do.’”
Rachael Turner performs during the MusicRow Awards. Photo: Moments By Moser Photography
The Songwriter of the Year award went to Ross Copperman. “We all love songwriters,” said Sherod. “Ross has had six No. 1 songs on the MusicRow chart, all in one year.” They were “Setting the World on Fire” (Kenny Chesney), “Noise” (Kenny Chesney), “American Country Love Song” (Jake Owen), “Break on Me” (Keith Urban), “Confession” (Florida Georgia Line) and “I Know Somebody” (LoCash).
“I love you guys so much,” said Ross. “I love the [MusicRow Challenge] coins. You always make such a big deal out of No. 1 songs.” Added publisher Tim Wipperman, “If it weren’t for songwriters, the rest of us would just be digging ditches.”
In between the presentations, the publication presented two showcases. Alex Smith launches his first tour this year with his new Nashville band. He comes from two generations of working musicians and has already opened for Brett Eldredge and Uncle Kracker. Alex started with the rocking, upbeat “Fear of Missing Out,” introduced his newly-written, jaunty love song “Saving Grace” and wowed the crowd with his driving, insistent, high-energy debut single “Load It Up.”
Rachael Turner took the stage to introduce her torrid, smoldering new single “Hurts Don’t It.” She got excellent response from her sultry ballad “I Don’t Love You” and closed with a fiery, power-packed performance of “Aftershock.” Rachael has been singing professionally since girlhood and holds two degrees in music from Belmont University. She records for Rust Records, one of Music City’s most durable independent labels.
The crowd included a number of other artists. We spotted SaraBeth, Sarah Dunn, Courtney Dickinson, towering hunk Travis Rice, Robby Johnson, Ali Morgan, Melissa Mickelson and African-American country newcomer Tony Jackson, who has already had 10 million video views for his revival of the George Jones classic “The Grand Tour.”
Industry fabulons attending included Tim McFadden, Aaron Crisler, Ron Huntsman, Martha Moore, Susan Collier, Sherrill Blackmon, Scott Thomas of Silverado Records, Terri Brown, Chris Diestler, Preshus Tomes, Chuck Thompson, Kristi Manna, Steve O’Brien, Lisa Smoot and Eric Chesser.
The Wednesday afternoon event was staged for the first time at The Listening Room downtown. The club laid out complimentary nachos, loaded with the works – cheese, refried beans, ground round, guacamole, sour cream, hot green peppers, salsa and the like.
Alex Smith performs during the MusicRow Awards. Photo: Moments By Moser Photography
MusicRow Awards 2.22.17 © Moments By Moser Photography
Justin Moore Celebrates Sixth No. 1 Single
/by Jessica NicholsonPictured (L-R): BMI Songwriter Natalie Hemby, ASCAP Songwriter Matt Dragstrem, BMI Songwriter Rodney Clawson and The Valory Music Co.’s Justin Moore. Photo: Steve Lowry
Justin Moore raised a glass to his sixth No. 1, “You Look Like I Need A Drink,” and its songwriters Rodney Clawson, Natalie Hemby and Matt Dragstrem. Fittingly surrounded by a vast selection of beverages at Nashville venue SOUTH, the ASCAP and BMI hosted event drew a large crowd of revelers and well-wishers including producers Jeremy Stover, Julian Raymond and BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta. The latter two marked their first No. 1 hit as producers.
The first single from Moore’s fourth studio album, Kinda Don’t Care, “You Look Like I Need A Drink,” acted as a catalyst for the project’s success. He achieved his third No. 1 spot on the country charts upon the album’s release and produced his second single, “Somebody Else Will.”
Moore will make his late-night debut on March 7 when he performs on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC.
Pictured (L-R): Back Row – VMC’s Ashley Sidoti, Don Gosselin, George Briner, Brad Howell, Adam Burnes, Brooke Nixon and Amy Staley. Front Row – VMC’s Lauren Simon, BMI songwriter Natalie Hemby, ASCAP Songwriter Matt Dragstrem, BMI Songwriter Rodney Clawson, Justin Moore and BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta. Photo: Steve Lowry
Bobby Karl Works The 2017 ‘MusicRow’ CountryBreakout Awards
/by Bobby KarlPictured (L-R): MusicRow owner/publisher Sherod Robertson; Ross Copperman; Tim Wipperman at the MusicRow Awards. Photo: Moments By Moser Photography
BOBBY KARL WORKS THE ROOM
Chapter 553
The 15th annual MusicRow CountryBreakout Awards event spread the love around as artists affiliated with the Columbia, EMI, Republic, Thirty Tigers and Arista imprints were honored.
The big winner, again, was Capitol Records Nashville. This imprint was named Label of the Year for the 13th time, and 12 of those wins have been consecutive.
“Thanks to everyone at MusicRow,” said label VP Bobby Young. “I appreciate all y’all. Thanks for all the great airplay.” He introduced his fellow promoters Ashley Laws and MaryBeth Watson on stage. “The best part of my job is working with talent,” Bobby added. And what talent: The Capitol roster includes Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, Keith Urban, Jon Pardi, Mickey Guyton and Dierks Bentley. They accounted for nine No.1 records on the MusicRow chart during the past year.
“Thank you for all your amazing, amazing support for three years running,” said BMLG Records VP Matthew Hargis accepting the Group/Duo award for the third consecutive year for Florida Georgia Line. “We appreciate you so much.” FGL has three CMA Duo honors, has one of country’s top-10 grossing tours and is an ACM Entertainer nominee.
“We certainly don’t take it for granted how supportive you are,” said Arista VP Josh Easler in accepting Carrie Underwood’s Female Artist MusicRow award. She is the CMA’s four-time Female honoree and is the only woman nominated for the ACM’s Entertainer of the Year in 2017, thanks to her “Storyteller Tour” playing to more than a million fans.
EMI VP Jimmy Rector accepted the Male award for Eric Church. This is his second MusicRow win. He won Album of the Year at the CMA’s. “Thank you to everyone in this room,” said Jimmy. “Eric is all about the fans, as you all know. And he knows that the best way to reach them is through you guys.”
Pictured (L-R): MusicRow owner/publisher Sherod Robertson; WGGC’s Greg Almond, MusicRow Chart Director Troy Stephenson. MusicRow Awards 2.22.17 © Moments By Moser Photography
Columbia’s Maren Morris won the Breakthrough artist award, thanks to earning a Grammy, winning the New Artist CMA award and getting six ACM nominations.
MusicRow’s Sherod Robertson presided. “We absolutely love hosting this event every year,” he said. “I want you to know how grateful we are for these relationships.”
The periodical’s Troy Stephenson presented the Independent Artist of the Year award to Aaron Watson. As usual, the tireless road warrior was off doing a show.
“I think we all know Aaron’s independent spirit,” said Anthony “Gino” Genero of Thirty Tigers. “We thank each and every one of you for your spins. ““Independent music!” crowed Nancy Tunick. “MusicRow’s reporters have the independent spirit. We applaud you. We feel like it is a privilege to bring music to you.”
Troy also presented the MusicRow Reporter of the Year honor. It went to Greg Almond of WGGC in Bowling Green, KY. “Greg is a big supporter of new and independent artists,” said Troy.
“Thank you; this is pretty cool,” said Greg. “My motto is, ‘Work hard; be nice to people; and eventually you’ll be recognized for what you do.’”
Rachael Turner performs during the MusicRow Awards. Photo: Moments By Moser Photography
The Songwriter of the Year award went to Ross Copperman. “We all love songwriters,” said Sherod. “Ross has had six No. 1 songs on the MusicRow chart, all in one year.” They were “Setting the World on Fire” (Kenny Chesney), “Noise” (Kenny Chesney), “American Country Love Song” (Jake Owen), “Break on Me” (Keith Urban), “Confession” (Florida Georgia Line) and “I Know Somebody” (LoCash).
“I love you guys so much,” said Ross. “I love the [MusicRow Challenge] coins. You always make such a big deal out of No. 1 songs.” Added publisher Tim Wipperman, “If it weren’t for songwriters, the rest of us would just be digging ditches.”
In between the presentations, the publication presented two showcases. Alex Smith launches his first tour this year with his new Nashville band. He comes from two generations of working musicians and has already opened for Brett Eldredge and Uncle Kracker. Alex started with the rocking, upbeat “Fear of Missing Out,” introduced his newly-written, jaunty love song “Saving Grace” and wowed the crowd with his driving, insistent, high-energy debut single “Load It Up.”
Rachael Turner took the stage to introduce her torrid, smoldering new single “Hurts Don’t It.” She got excellent response from her sultry ballad “I Don’t Love You” and closed with a fiery, power-packed performance of “Aftershock.” Rachael has been singing professionally since girlhood and holds two degrees in music from Belmont University. She records for Rust Records, one of Music City’s most durable independent labels.
The crowd included a number of other artists. We spotted SaraBeth, Sarah Dunn, Courtney Dickinson, towering hunk Travis Rice, Robby Johnson, Ali Morgan, Melissa Mickelson and African-American country newcomer Tony Jackson, who has already had 10 million video views for his revival of the George Jones classic “The Grand Tour.”
Industry fabulons attending included Tim McFadden, Aaron Crisler, Ron Huntsman, Martha Moore, Susan Collier, Sherrill Blackmon, Scott Thomas of Silverado Records, Terri Brown, Chris Diestler, Preshus Tomes, Chuck Thompson, Kristi Manna, Steve O’Brien, Lisa Smoot and Eric Chesser.
The Wednesday afternoon event was staged for the first time at The Listening Room downtown. The club laid out complimentary nachos, loaded with the works – cheese, refried beans, ground round, guacamole, sour cream, hot green peppers, salsa and the like.
Alex Smith performs during the MusicRow Awards. Photo: Moments By Moser Photography
MusicRow Awards 2.22.17 © Moments By Moser Photography
Nashville Film Festival Announces 2017 Music Committee
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R): Jeremy Ash, Capitol CMG Publishing; Randall Foster, Ole – Committee Chair; Andy Moats, Avenue Bank; Ciara Shortridge, Disney Music Group Nashville; Anastasia Brown, Format Entertainment; Jake Basden, Big Machine Label Group; Liz Rogers, Anacrusis; ET Brown, SESAS; Katie Jelen, Secret Road Music Services (Committee Co-Chair); Mackenzie Robert, Nashville Film Festival; Jennifer Wolczyk, Whizbang, Inc.
The Nashville Film Festival has announced the members of its Music Committee for 2017. The committee strives to connect the Nashville music industry with the global film and TV business. This year’s festival is April April 20-29, and the slate of films to be shown at this year’s festival will be announced in the next few weeks.
This year’s committee members include Jeremy Ash, Capitol CMG Publishing; Randall Foster, Ole (Committee Chair); Andy Moats, Avenue Bank; Ciara Shortridge, Disney Music Group Nashville; Anastasia Brown, Format Entertainment; Jake Basden, Big Machine Label Group; Liz Rogers, Anacrusis; ET Brown, SESAS; Katie Jelen, Secret Road Music Services (Committee Co-Chair); Mackenzie Robert, Nashville Film Festival;Jennifer Wolczyk, Whizbang, Inc.; Leslie Fram, CMT; Jim Scherer, Whizbang, Inc.; Aaron Mercer, Wool & Tusk; Joel Timen, Word Entertainment; Stacey Widlitz, Songwriter; Devon Devries, Big Yellow Dog Music; Evyn Mustoe, ASCAP; Craig Currier, Peer Music; Josh Collum, Sorted Noise; Shannan Hatch, SESAC; Ali Harnell, AEG TMG; Kristen Dabbs, Ready Set Management; Shea Fowler, Cornman Music; Jeff Gordon, Carlin Nashville.
On The Cover – Little Big Town (Feb./Mar. 2017)
/by Haley CrowLittle Big Town is featured as the cover artist for MusicRow Magazine’s 2017 CountryBreakout Awards Issue.
Consisting of members Karen Fairchild, Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman and Jimi Westbrook, the Grammy award-winning group Little Big Town releases The Breaker Feb. 24 on Capitol Records Nashville. The band’s seventh studio album features its fastest-rising single to date, the No. 1 song “Better Man,” written by Taylor Swift. The Breaker’s release coincides with the “Little Big Town at the Mother Church” Ryman Auditorium residency, the first ever in the celebrated venue’s 125-year history.
MusicRow Magazine’s 2017 CountryBreakout Awards Issue honors the artists, label imprint, and songwriter who have garnered the most spins on the MusicRow CountryBreakout Chart over the past year. This issue also features interviews with Pandora’s Tim Westergren, NPR Music/World Cafe’s Ann Powers, Radio Disney’s Phil Guerini, The Johnny Cash Museum founder Bill Miller, and delves into the world of radio tours with newcomers Chris Lane and LoCash.
Single copies of MusicRow‘s CountryBreakout Awards Issue are available for purchase at musicrow.com for $10, and are included with yearly subscriptions at no additional cost.
Jimmy Chapin Upped to Big Machine Label Group Director, International
/by Lorie HollabaughJimmy Chapin has been promoted to Big Machine Label Group Director, International. Chapin joined the label in 2011 and has served in several roles, most recently as Sr. Manager, International. In 2015, he played a key role within BMLG’s expansion into the UK, liaising with the London-based team and contributing to the worldwide success of artists like Thomas Rhett, The Cadillac Three and Maddie & Tae.
Chapin’s elevated duties will enable him to further develop album and tour campaigns in over 20 countries outside the US including Japan, Australia, UK, Ireland, Germany, Holland and China. During his tenure, BMLG’s International department has secured exclusive deluxe album releases in Japan for Cheap Trick and Steven Tyler, a Brazilian duet between Florida Georgia Line and Luan Santana as well as top-selling album releases for artists across the label group’s five imprints.
“Jimmy has a great understanding and know-how in our key ex-US territories and has truly become the glue for our global strategies,” said BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta.
“I couldn’t be more excited to continue furthering BMLG’s expansion outside of the US and to be part of such an innovative company,” shared Chapin. “It is a true honor to work with Scott, Andrew, and the amazing International team here at BMLG.”
Chapin is based in BMLG’s Nashville headquarters and can be reached at jimmy.chapin@bmlg.net and 615-324-7063.
ACM Radio Award Winners Announced
/by Jessica NicholsonThe Academy of Country Music announced Wednesday (Feb. 22) the full list of radio award winners for the 52nd Academy of Country Music Awards, Country Music’s Party of the Year®.
This is the fourth ACM National On-Air Personality of the Year win for Lon Helton of Country Countdown USA. The show previously won the award in 2013.
ON-AIR PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR WINNERS:
NATIONAL Lon Helton – Country Countdown USA
MAJOR MARKET (TIE) George, Mo & Cowboy Dave – KILT-FM – Houston, TX
Rob & Linda Show – Rob Stone & Linda Lee – WYCD-FM – Southfield, MI
LARGE MARKET Q Morning Crew – Mike, Marty and Janie – WQDR-FM – Raleigh, NC
MEDIUM MARKET Steve & Gina in the Morning on Kat 103.7 – KXKT-FM – Omaha, NE
SMALL MARKET Scotty Cox & Cara Denis – KCLR-FM – Columbia, MO
RADIO STATION OF THE YEAR WINNERS:
MAJOR MARKET KKBQ-FM – Houston, TX
LARGE MARKET WUBE-FM – Cincinnati, OH
MEDIUM MARKET WIVK-FM – Knoxville, TN
SMALL MARKET KKNU-FM – Eugene, OR
Radio award winners are not televised due to time constraints during the live telecast of the 52nd ACM Awards. Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley will return to host for the second consecutive year. The ACM Awards® are produced for television by dick clark productions and will be broadcast LIVE from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 8:00 PM ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network.
Winners in radio categories will be invited to accept their award onstage at ACM Party for a Cause® at The Joint in Las Vegas during a fan-filled concert as part of The Week Vegas Goes Country® the day prior to the 52nd Academy of Country Music Awards.
Bonnaroo Releases 2017 Daily Schedule
/by Lorie HollabaughThe daily schedule for Bonnaroo 2017, slated for June 8-11 in Manchester, Tennessee, has been announced.
Over 100 artists will appear at the event, headlined by the Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Weeknd, and, in an exclusive, first-ever Bonnaroo headline performance, U2 performing a set that will include a 30th anniversary celebration of their career-defining 1987 album, The Joshua Tree.
Cam and Margo Price are set to perform on the Sunday shows at Great Stage Park, while Lukas Nelson & the Promise of the Real are part of the Saturday lineup and newcomer Luke Combs performs during the Thursday set. Other artists performing throughout the four-day event include Lorde, Chance The Rapper, Dua Lipa, and dozens more.
Tickets including General Admission, VIP, and the brand new Platinum Pass are on sale now exclusively via bonnaroo.com.
NSAI Hosts Huge No. 1 Bash
/by Lorie HollabaughThe Nashville Songwriters Association International honored 35 Nashville-associated writers Monday night (Feb. 21) at a huge No. 1 party at its headquarters at the Music Mill on Music Row. The event recognized songwriters who contributed to songs that topped the Billboard Airplay, Digital, Hot or Mediabase charts from August 2016 to November 2016.
The Stephen Foster Award (in recognition of extraordinary service to the songwriting community) was also presented to John A. Hardaway, Senior Sales and Marketing Executive for Brown-Forman Corporation. The party was sponsored by Klindt, Cole & Associates with drinks provided by Jack Daniels.
NSAI No. 1 Songs Recognized:
“Peter Pan”
Writers: Kelsea Ballerini, Jesse Lee and Forest Glen Whitehead
Recorded by: Kelsea Ballerini
“Head Over Boots”
Writers: Luke Laird and Jon Pardi
Recorded by: Jon Pardi
“From The Ground Up”
Writers: Dan Smyers, Shay Mooney and Chris DeStefano
Recorded by: Dan + Shay
“American Country Love Song”
Writers: Ross Copperman, Jaren Johnston and Ashley Gorley
Recorded by: Jake Owen
“Eye Of The Storm”
Writers: Ryan Stevenson and Bryan Fowler
Recorded by: Ryan Stevenson featuring GabeReal
“Different For Girls”
Writers: JT Harding and Shane McAnally
Recorded by: Dierks Bentley featuring Elle King
“Middle Of A Memory”
Writers: Cole Swindell, Ashley Gorley and Zach Crowell
Recorded by: Cole Swindell
“You Look Like I Need A Drink”
Writers: Rodney Clawson, Natalie Hemby and Matt Dragstrem
Recorded by: Justin Moore
“I Know Somebody”
Writers: Rhett Akins, Ross Copperman and Jeremy Stover
Recorded by: LoCash
“Thy Will”
Writers: Bernie Herms, Hillary Scott and Emily Weisband
Recorded by: Hillary Scott & The Scott Family
“Today”
Writers: Ashley Gorley, Chris DuBois and Brad Paisley
Recorded by: Brad Paisley
“Move”
Writers: Luke Bryan, Michael Carter and Jay Clementi
Recorded by: Luke Bryan
Pictured (L-R): NSAI Executive Director, Bart Herbison with John A. Hardaway and Lee Thomas Miller
Florida Georgia Line, Nelly, Chris Lane Announce Smooth Tour
/by Lorie HollabaughFlorida Georgia Line, Nelly, and Chris Lane are launching the Smooth Tour 2017, presented by Old Camp Whiskey and sponsored by Advance Auto Parts, June 2 in Austin. Promising a night of crossover hits and collaborations, the tour will hit Dallas, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Denver, and dozens of other cities across the country.
Tickets are on sale now as part of Live Nation’s Megaticket at Megaticket.com, and remaining dates go on sale Feb. 24.
“It’s good to be back out on tour with some of our best friends, Nelly and Chris Lane,” exclaims FGL’s Brian Kelley. “If it’s any indication of our ballpark tour a couple years ago, this should be the party of the year! We are excited to see and connect with all of our fans, and make as many memories as we can.”
FGL and Nelly have a long history together, with the three collaborating on their smash remix of the duo’s 2012 debut single, “Cruise,” a Diamond-certified hit that reached #4 on Billboard’s all-genre Hot 100 chart, and making numerous concert and award show appearances together.
THE SMOOTH TOUR 2017 to date:
June 2 – Austin, TX @ Austin360 Amphitheater
June 3 – Dallas, TX @ Starplex Pavilion
June 15 – Wantagh, NY @ Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
June 16 – Darien Center, NY @ Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
June 17 – Philadelphia, PA @ BB&T Pavilion
June 24 – Indianapolis, IN @ Klipsch Music Center
June 25 – St. Louis, MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
July 21 – Raleigh, NC @ Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
July 22 – Hershey, PA @ Hershey Park Stadium
July 23 – Saratoga Springs, NY @ Saratoga Performing Arts Center
July 27 – Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center
August 3 – Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
August 4 – Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
August 5 – Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live
August 10 – Bethel, NY @ Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
August 11 – Cleveland, OH @ Blossom Music Center
August 17 – Holmdel, NJ @ P.N.C. Bank Arts Center
August 18 – Hartford, CT @ Xfinity Theater
August 19 – Pittsburgh, PA @ KeyBank Pavilion
September 7 – Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center
September 8 – San Bernardino, CA @ Glen Helen Amphitheater (formerly San Manuel Amphitheater)
September 9 – San Diego, CA @ Mattress Firm Amphitheatre
September 10 – Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion
September 14 – Wheatland, CA @ Toyota Amphitheatre
September 15 – Concord, CA @ Concord Pavilion
September 16 – Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre
September 21 – Kennewick, WA @ Toyota Center
September 22 – Missoula, MT @ Adams Center
September 23 – Bozeman, MT @ Brick Breeden Fieldhouse
September 29 – Salt Lake City, UT @ USANA Amphitheatre
September 30 – Denver, CO @ Pepsi Center
October 1 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
October 6 – Seattle, WA @ White River Amphitheatre
October 7 – Portland, OR @ Sunlight Supply Amphitheater
October 12 – Jacksonville, FL @ Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
October 13 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
October 14 – West Palm Beach, FL @ Perfect Vodka Amphitheater
October 19 – Birmingham, AL @ Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
October 20 – Alpharetta, GA @ Verizon Amphitheater
October 21 – Alpharetta, GA @ Verizon Amphitheater
Warner/Chappell Nashville Extends Partnership With THiS Music
/by Jessica NicholsonWarner/Chappell Nashville has extended its worldwide co-publishing partnership with Nashville-based music publishing company, THiS Music. Under the agreement, Warner/Chappell will continue to publish and administer THiS Music’s repertoire. THiS Music was formed in 2006 by owners Rusty Gaston, Tim Nichols, and Connie Harrington, and was launched in partnership with Warner/Chappell Music.
“Rusty Gaston is a force of nature,” said Ben Vaughn, President, Warner/Chappell Nashville. “His relentless drive and passion for growing songwriters’ careers is legendary on Music Row and beyond. The company that he, Tim Nichols, and Connie Harrington built together just celebrated its 11th year of success – an incredible achievement – and everyone at Warner/Chappell is thrilled to continue our longstanding relationship and looking forward to making more great music together.”
Rusty Gaston, Owner, THiS Music, added, “We’re thankful to have Warner/Chappell as a partner who understands, believes, and empowers the philosophy of THiS Music. They have expertly helped fuel our success for more than a decade, and we’re very happy to keep growing together.”
THiS Music’s roster includes Deric Ruttan, who co-wrote Jason Aldean’s current rising single “Any Ol’ Bar Stool”; Emily Weisband, who recently won a Grammy for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for “Thy Will”; and two-time ASCAP Country Songwriter Of The Year, Ben Hayslip, who co-wrote Thomas Rhett’s No. 1 hit “Star of the Show,” as well as Nichols, Harrington, Jessi Alexander, Marv Green, JT Harding, Molly Reed, Chris Yarber, and country artist Drew Baldridge.