Joe Barrick, Creed Fisher, Andrew Davis and Forrest Latta

Outlaw singer-songwriter Creed Fisher has signed with Average Joes Entertainment.

His first single with the new label, “Keep Those Wheels Rollin,’” is a raw, road-worn anthem that captures the heavy toll and quiet glory of life on the highway and those long nights, diesel-fueled drives, and the deep pull of love and home.

“‘Keep Those Wheels Rollin’ is a tribute not only to the truckers who make our country great, but to anyone who spends a lot of time out on the highway—like myself,” says Fisher. “From the hot shot drivers to the police officers who keep us safe, they all truly help make America the greatest country in the world. Keep those wheels rollin’, my friend.”

Fisher is a relentless storyteller whose music has already racked up nearly 100 million Spotify streams and close to 60 million YouTube views with his authentic sound. Raised in the rough country of West Texas, Fisher’s path to music was unique. He found his way to music after nearly a decade playing professional football, and brought that same tenacity and fire into his songwriting.

“Creed is the definition of real country music,” says Andrew Davis, SVP, Marketing, Average Joes Entertainment. “Gritty, unapologetic, and rooted in truth.  His voice speaks to the heart of working-class America, and we’re honored to help amplify that message.”

“Teaming up with Creed was a no brainer,” Forrest Latta, President, Average Joes Entertainment, adds. “His brand aligns perfectly with our vision, and I can’t wait for fans to hear what’s coming.”

WAMCon Nashville, a recording arts conference hosted by Women’s Audio Mission, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing women and gender-expansive individuals in production and the recording arts, will take place at Gold Pacific Studios on Aug. 2.

Presented with Bonnaroo Works Fund and EqualizeHer, WAMCon Nashville will feature panels, mentorship, networking opportunities, giveaways and interactive workshops led by award-winning producers, engineers and artists. Tickets and more information can be found here.

Featured WAMConspeakers and mentors include:
– Cam – Grammy-winning artist and songwriter
– Joy Oladokun – Singer-songwriter
– Alex Hope – Australian producer and songwriter based in Nashville (Troye Sivan, Selena Gomez)
– Gena Johnson – 2X Grammy-winning producer/engineer (Brandi Carlile, Kacey Musgraves, Lady Gaga)
– Leslie Richter – Recording engineer/producer (Sheryl Crow, Ben Folds, Wynonna Judd)
– Rachael Moore – Producer, mixer, and engineer (Elvis Costello, Bob Dylan)
– Piper Payne – Mastering Engineer (Dolly Parton, Janis Ian)

Now in its 14th year, WAMCon has hosted sold-out events in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Boston and online. Each conference offers exclusive access to top-tier music professionals, providing a rare opportunity for participants to learn, connect, and grow in an industry where women and gender-expansive individuals make up less than 5 percent of the workforce.

Gavin Adcock will release his brand new album, Own Worst Enemy, on August 15 via Thrivin Here Records/Warner Music Nashville. A new single from the upcoming project, “Last One To Know,” penned by Adcock, Jack Rauton, Erik Dylan and Luke Laird, is out today (June 27).

Among the 24 songs appearing on Own Worst Enemy are “Loose Strings,” “Need To,” “Unlucky Strikes,” “Never Call Again,” “On One,” “Almost Gone” (feat. Vincent Mason), and “Morning Bail,” and the full track list for the project will be revealed at a later date.

The new album lands just over a year after Adcock’s album Actin’ Up Again released worldwide and was subsequently crowned the largest major-label country debut from a solo male artist released in 2024, with more than 15 million on-demand U.S. streams the week of release. Collectively, Adcock’s releases have pushed the rebel-rouser over the Billion global streams mark, and he recently received a surprise on stage during CMA Music Fest with four RIAA certification plaques for “A Cigarette” (Platinum), “Run Your Mouth” (Gold), “Deep End” (Gold), and “Four Leaf Clover” (Gold), marking a major milestone in his breakout career.

Adcock is currently on his “Need To Tour” which kicked off in May, and will join Morgan Wallen for select dates on the “I’m The Problem Tour” this summer.

Pictured (L-R): Meg Goggins (Leo33), Dusty Cantrell (Leo33), Katie Dean (Leo33), Trey Pendley, Natalie Osborne (Leo33), Joseph Manzo (Leo33) and Chris Fabiani (Leo33). Photo: Nicole Murphy

Trey Pendley has joined Leo33’s artist roster and inked a management deal with Make Wake Artists. His first track with the label, “Drunk as Any Rich Man” is out now.

Hailing from Toad Suck, Arkansas, Pendley’s songwriting is shaped by his lived experience, from fatherhood, healing, and the generational stories that echo through rural America. He is currently working on his debut project.

“It’s wild to think that songs I wrote in the quiet corners of my life are now connecting with teams who truly believe in what I’m trying to say,” shares Pendley. “With Leo33 and Make Wake, I’ve found a circle of people who value honesty, depth, and the long game. I feel like I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.”

“Trey’s voice, both literal and lyrical, is undeniable,” adds Katie Dean, Label Head of Leo33. “The first time we heard him, we knew we were witnessing something rare—an artist who doesn’t just write songs, but offers stories that stick with you. We’re thrilled to welcome Trey to the Leo33 family and can’t wait to support him as he continues to build something meaningful and lasting.”

“From the moment I heard Trey Pendley sing, I knew he had something special. He brings so much heart, honesty, authenticity and grit to everything he does—and he’s just getting started,” shares Shelby Marvel at Make Wake. “I’m so proud to officially welcome him to the Make Wake family and truly honored to be part of his journey.”

Make Wake’s Shelby Marvel and Trey Pendley

Pictured (L-R): Kat Luna, Nikki Boon, Brad Parker, Warner Bailey, Martha Earls, Charlene Bryant and Keith Levy

Assistants vs. Agents, the viral Instagram account turned entertainment and media brand, hosted its first-ever series of events in Nashville this week, produced in partnership with jump.global—the Nashville-based international personal and professional development community.

Known for its witty posts and content often poking light fun at the work relationship assistants have with their bosses in the entertainment industry, the Assistants vs. Agents series of Nashville events stayed true to form. On Wednesday (June 25), AVA held their marquee program at Ampersand Studios on Music Row. AVA IRL NEXT GEN consisted of multiple panels of music professionals and artists speaking to a room filled exclusively with assistants from Nashville-based companies such as CAA, WME, Wasserman, UTA, Live Nation, MCA, Sony Nashville, Red Light, Sandbox, Make Wake, The Core and others. Attendees were carefully curated and invited directly by the executives at their respective companies.

“Nashville’s global music community has meant so much to Assistants vs. Agents throughout the years, and I’m so excited we were finally able to bring our panel and event series to Music City” says Warner Bailey, the Founder of Assistants vs. Agents. “Empowering and connecting the next generation of the music industry is at the core of what we do, and I appreciate jump.global’s work in putting together a panel of incredible visionaries, especially as we forge a greater relationship with Nashville.”

Warner Bailey interviews Martha Earls and Nikki Boon

The night kicked off with a conversation between Bailey along with Martha Earls, Owner of Neon Coast, and Nikki Boon, Artist Manager at Neon Coast. Fresh off their client Kane Brown’s viral performance of “Shake It Off” with Taylor Swift at Brooklyn Bowl earlier in the week, the management duo discussed their rise together, mistakes they’ve made along the way and the advice they have for the next generation of artist managers and execs coming up in the business.

The event also featured a panel consisting of Festival Director of Bonnaroo/C3 Presents Brad Parker, SVP at Wasserman Music Keith Levy, Founder of Riveter Management Charlene Bryant and Sony Music Nashville artist Kat Luna. The panelists dicussed their respective journeys through the music business, as well as their challenges and triumphs in navigating the industry.

Attendees were then treated to pizza and networking with the panelists following the words of wisdom.