Breland’s ‘Throw It Back’ Collaboration With Keith Urban Goes Gold
Breland
Bad Realm Records/Atlantic Records/Warner Music Nashville recording artist Breland has earned a Gold certification for his collaboration with Keith Urban, “Throw It Back.”
Breland is slated to release his debut album, Cross Country, on Sept. 9. Recognized as a Breakthrough Artist by Amazon Music earlier this year, he recently launched BRECAP, his new show on Amp, the new live radio app from Amazon. There he discusses music, sports, culture, and more with friends each week.
The rising singer-songwriter has also been selected as the Opry NextStage artist for July. The program invests in the discovery of new artists and highlights one up-and-coming artist per month with featured original content, an Opry performance and support across the brand’s platforms.
Warren Zeiders Goes From TikTok Sensation To Gold Certification
Pictured (L-R):Aaron Bay-Schuck (Co-Chairman & CEO, Warner Records); Warren Zeiders; Charly Salvatore (Underscore Works Mgmt) and Jordan Pettit (Opry Entertainment Group Director of Artist Relations and Programming Strategy). Photo: Chris Hollo
Warner Records’ breakout country artist Warren Zeiders made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry this past Saturday (July 9).
To make the moment even sweeter, Zeiders was presented with a plaque for his RIAA Gold-certified single “Ride The Lightning,” signaling over 500,000 units sold. The singer-songwriter’s original, solo acoustic version of the track racked up over 657 million global views on TikTok alone before achieving this newest feat.
Zeiders, who recently inked a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music, released his debut 717 Tapes EP in October 2021, and followed it with 717 Tapes, Vol. 2.
CMA Foundation Hosts State Of The Arts Session During Tennessee Arts Academy
Pictured (L-R): Falon Keith, Community Impact Manager; CMA Foundation, Tricia Williams; Program Director, Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation and Todd Shipley, Director of Arts Education, Tennessee Department of Education
The CMA Foundation, in partnership with Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation and the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE), hosted a session focused on the State of the Arts initiative this week during Tennessee Arts Academy.
The session, which took place on Monday (July 11), featured an in-depth discussion with Tricia Williams, Program Director, Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, around State of the Arts, a multi-phase initiative aimed to develop an understanding around the varying criteria necessary for establishing high-quality arts education programs. Todd Shipley, Director of Arts Education, TDOE, also spoke to the importance of the program to the TDOE and how districts can get involved.
“We are grateful to the Tennessee Arts Academy for providing so many Tennessee arts educators a week-long, intensive, content-specific professional learning experience,” says Shipley. “The department continues to be a strong partner in the State of the Arts program, and we thank the CMA Foundation and Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation for championing this continued work with the State of the Arts Study. This study is a free opportunity open to all Tennessee school districts that provides participating districts, local communities, and the state with data to identify the resources and support needed to make decisions and improve access to high-quality arts education experiences for all students.”
“As a longtime partner of the Tennessee Arts Academy, we are delighted to be able to share more information about State of the Arts with their participants,” says Tiffany Kerns, Executive Director, CMA Foundation. “A thriving music and arts community starts within the four walls of a classroom. We know that when students find their creative voice through music and the arts, magic happens. While we are incredibly excited that this statewide music and arts assessment will provide a roadmap for students within Tennessee, we are also confident that the model we’re building can be used by other states across the country to foster exceptional music and arts programs.”
SAE Institute Nashville Partners With CMHOF For Youth Songwriting Camp
SAE Institute North America’s Nashville campus will be participating in the Country Music Hall of Fame’s Youth Songwriting Camp. Taking place July 18-19, the campus will be hosting an event with the organization which offers budding songwriters the opportunity to hone their craft through professional instruction.
During the event, campus faculty and instructors will provide assistance to youth camp attendees with recording and mixing songs alongside session musicians, as well as one-on-one sessions, performance coaching, and more. Additional activities that will be taking place during the camp include instrument instruction, recording experiences, and workshops led by special guests.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Country Music Hall of Fame for this event,” says SAE Institute Nashville’s Director of Education, Ryan Griffin. “It’s a great opportunity to work together with some of the talent we have here in our community, and offer the expertise of our faculty who are pleased to extend their knowledge and passion with the future music professionals of tomorrow.”
Weekly Register: Cole Swindell Jumps Into Top 5 Streaming Songs
/by Lydia FarthingCole Swindell. Photo: Robby Klein
Cole Swindell jumps into the top five on the country streaming songs chart as “She Had Me At Heads Carolina” racks up 8.5 million streams. The track sits at No. 4, according to Luminate data.
Morgan Wallen‘s “You Proof” maintains the No. 1 position with an impressive 11.1 million streams. “Something In The Orange” (Zach Bryan) follows in second at 11 million streams. “The Kind of Love We Make” (Luke Combs) keeps its spot at No. 3 with 9 million streams, and “Fall In Love” (Bailey Zimmerman) seals the top five with 8.2 million streams, falling to No. 5.
Wallen’s historic Dangerous: The Double Album continues its run at No. 1 this week, earning 49K in total consumption (1.1K album only/61 million song streams). Wallen also takes the fourth spot as If I Know Me adds 17K. Bryan’s American Heartbreak rises one spot to No. 2 with 27K. Combs claims the No. 3 position as Growin’ Up sees 25K and No. 5 with This One’s For You earning 16K in total consumption.
SOURCE Nashville To Hold In Person Awards & Induction Ceremony This August
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R, back row): Dottie Oelhafen, Betty Sanders, Suzanne Lee, Margie Hunt; (L-R, front row): Ruby Aleene Jackson, Norma Jean Owen, Ima Withers. Photo: Alan Taylor
The SOURCE awards and induction ceremony will be held in person this year on Aug. 23 at the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium.
The event, which annually honors and inducts a select group of Women Behind The Music, will be hosted by country legends Brenda Lee and Jeannie Seely. Individual tickets are $95 for SOURCE members and $105 for the general public.
This year’s Hall of Fame inductees will include Margie Hunt (Waylon Jennings/Jessi Colter, AWMG Entertainment, CBS Records, Sony Music, Hunt Music Services), Ruby Aleene Jackson (Monument Records, Showbud Guitars, Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, Conway Twitty Enterprises, Tree International, Cowboy Jack Clement Productions), Suzanne Lee (ASCAP), Dottie Oelhafen (Erv Woolsey Company), Norma Jean Owen (CBS Records, Columbia Records, Capitol Records, The Entertainment Group), Betty Sanders (The Pride Music Group, Blake Mevis, The Hyland Company, Chuck Flood & Associates/Flood, Bumstead, McCready & McCarthy, Inc.), and Ima Withers (Chips Moman & Don Crews American Recording Studios, Warner Brothers, RCA Records, Merit Music, BMI).
Founded in 1991 by Shelia Shipley Biddy, Judy Harris and Pat Rolfe, SOURCE Nashville is the longest running organization for females in Nashville’s music industry, and is dedicated to fostering relationships and opportunities for its members through education, networking, and community service initiatives.
Chris Tomlin Reveals New Album Due In September
/by Lorie HollabaughChris Tomlin is gearing up for the release of his new full-length worship project, Always, on Sept. 9. He also released a new track “Holy Forever” from the new worship project.
Featured guests on Always include Elevation Worship, Brandon Lake, and Steffany Gretzinger. The project was produced by Ben Glover, Bryan Fowler, Ed Cash, Jeff Sojka, Jonathan Smith and Dave Haywood of Lady A, who co-produced “The Answer” alongside Ben West. The album contains 13 tracks, 12 of which were co-written by Tomlin.
“These songs were written with the intention of helping people connect with God,” shares Tomlin. “And already throughout just the beginning of this process, with the songwriters, our families and friends, and the incredible team that helps bring these songs to the world, I have started to see God take these songs and impact hearts and lives. My prayer is that god continues to take this music and use it in ways I could have never imagined… in ways only He could and in that, points the glory back to Him.”
Always Track List:
“Yahweh” (No One) feat. Elevation Worship
“Always”
“Strongholds”
“Holy Forever”
“O Lord You’re Beautiful” feat. Steffany Gretzinger
“The Answer”
“Great Forgiver”
“I Believe In Jesus”
“I See You” feat. Brandon Lake
“Father Of Lights”
“History”
“All In All”
“Precious Love”
The Ryman Celebrates The History Of Bluegrass With Dailey & Vincent
/by LB CantrellDailey & Vincent perform in the Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman series. Photo: Eric Ahlgrim
The Ryman Auditorium is currently celebrating the history of bluegrass music with its Springer Mountain Farms Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman series.
The Del McCoury Band kicked off the series that runs every Thursday night from June 23 to July 28. Dan Tyminski, Earls of Leicester and Dailey & Vincent have followed.
When Grammy-winning duo Dailey & Vincent took the stage last week, they had much to celebrate. The Grand Ole Opry members just announced that they have partnered with BMG to release a new country album called Let’s Sing Some Country!
The album has been on the duo’s to-do list since they first secured a Grammy nomination for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group for their rendition of “Elizabeth.” Let’s Sing Some Country! will find Dailey & Vincent singing and playing along with Jimmy Fortune, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss, and Rhonda Vincent, and is expected on Sept. 16.
Darrin Vincent performing. Photo: Eric Ahlgrim
The two talented performers, Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent, spent many years in iconic bluegrass bands before joining together, with Dailey playing with Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver and Vincent with Ricky Skaggs‘ band Kentucky Thunder. Since joining forces, Dailey & Vincent have won five individual Grammy Awards, three collective Grammys, four Dove awards, and 35 IBMA Awards.
On Thursday night (July 14), they entertained with gospel numbers such as “By The Mark,” “Somebody’s Prayin'” and “The Wall,” as well as lively bluegrass jams like “That Feel Good Music.” The extremely talented singers made sure to spotlight all of their equally as talented musicians, letting each one have a turn at showing off. They also invited out the Opry Square Dancers to dance to some songs.
It’s clear that The Statler Brothers are some of Dailey & Vincent’s heroes, from their red, white and blue microphones—which pays homage to the legendary country quartet—to their many mentions of Jimmy Fortune. The band also played a medley of Statler Brother hits, such as “I’ll Go To My Grave Loving You” and “Flowers On The Wall.”
They were also excited to play the new Tennessee state song, “I’ll Leave My Heart in Tennessee,” written by Karen Staley.
Dailey & Vincent brought out iconic producer Paul Worley, who is producing their new country album, to play a song from it. They chose a bluegrass ditty, “Those Memories Of You,” and countrified it for their new project.
Worley wasn’t the only special guest. The pair also brought out Jeannie Seely to sing her Connie Smith-recorded “Senses.”
There are two shows left in the Bluegrass Nights At The Ryman series. The Steeldrivers with Troubadour Blue will take the historic stage on July 21, and Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder will close out this year’s series on July 28. For tickets, visit ryman.com.
‘Bobby Bones: Comedically Inspirational’ Adds New Nashville Dates
/by Lorie HollabaughThe “Bobby Bones: Comedically Inspirational” show is returning to the CMA Theater for two new shows on Aug. 12-13. Eric Dodd and Steve Moakler will open the dates on Aug. 12 and Aug. 13, respectively.
The new shows follow the success of Bones’ two recent sold-out Nashville dates. Tickets for the CMA Theater dates are on sale now and can be purchased at cmatheater.com.
The announcement follows the successful launch of Bones’ new children’s book, Stanley The Dog: The First Day Of School. He is also gearing up for another TV venture as the host of USA Network’s new series Snake In The Grass, a show that will test the limits of participants as they complete challenges while aiming to figure out which person is the “snake” sabotaging the competition. The show premieres on Monday, Aug. 1.
Industry Ink: Kenny Chesney, Drew Baldridge, Presley & Taylor
/by Lydia FarthingKenny Chesney Invites ‘Knowing You’ Co-Writer Kat Higgins To Perform In Lake Tahoe
Kat Higgins with Kenny Chesney. Photo: Jill Trunnell
Last week in Lake Tahoe, Kenny Chesney brought “Knowing You” songwriter Kat Higgins out onstage at Harvey’s Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena for a special performance of the country entertainer’s 34th No. 1 country single.
Written by Higgins, Adam James and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Brett James, “Knowing You” served as a special milestone for Higgins and James, who scored their first No. 1 with the track. Higgins, a Vancouver native, came to Nashville at age 19 after having success as an artist in Canada.
“It was an amazing thing to see,” Chesney shared. “It’s tough to walk out anywhere with just a guitar and put your heart out there, but Kat was so pure and just so true. She played that song we’ve all loved and believed in, and when she was done, she’d just destroyed the crowd.” He continued, “Country at its best is true, from the heart. ‘Knowing You’ is just that. Especially hearing Kat sing it by herself. She made the essence of the song really shine with all the magic that was that other person—or for me, in a way, all of No Shoes Nation during the wait. Because even when we’re not together, I know every single one of those people is out there making people feel more alive and enjoying everything about being alive.”
Chesney’s “Here And Now 2022” tour rolls into Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium next weekend (July 23).
Drew Baldridge Announces The Big Baldridge & Bonfire Music Festival For October
Independent singer-songwriter Drew Baldridge has announced The Big Baldridge & Bonfire Music Festival, slated for Oct. 1 in his hometown of Patoka, Illinois.
Baldridge will headline this special event, performing new tunes and fan-favorites that helped propel him onto the country radio charts. Sponsored by Ariat, Landers Iron Saddle Ranch and Midwest Farm & Land Co., the show will also feature Craig Campbell, Dylan Wolfe, Murphy 500, and Katie Hatch. Tickets for the event are on sale now.
“Having the opportunity to do small, intimate performances for my fans through the Baldridge & Bonfires Tour has been a highlight of my career so far,” Baldridge shares. “I can’t wait to emulate and expand on the foundation that those shows built with this large-scale event in my hometown where my passion for country music began.”
Baldridge’s current single, “Little Bit,” was released in May and offers a preview to his forthcoming full-length project. With over 130 million total catalog streams, he is also signed to Sony Music Publishing with over 500 songs under his belt, including major label cuts for other artists.
Presley & Taylor Make 3rd & Lindsley Debut, Celebrate One Million Single Streams
Pictured (L-R): Tim Wipperman, ONErpm Managing Director/Nashville; Presley & Taylor; Dewayne Brown, White Mustang Records. Photo: Krista Johnson
White Mustang Records duo Presley & Taylor made their first headline appearance at Nashville’s 3rd & Lindsley last week.
To further commemorate the special evening, the pair were surprised with the news that their single “Everybody Sees It” had earned one million streams. ONErpm’s Tim Wipperman and White Mustang’s Dewayne Brown were on hand for the celebration.
Kane Brown Announces New Album, ‘Different Man,’ For September
/by Lorie HollabaughKane Brown
Kane Brown revealed news today he’ll be dropping his third studio album, Different Man, on Sept. 9. A new single from the project, “Grand,” is set for release this Friday (July 22).
The new project will feature 17 songs, including current top 5 hit “Like I Love Country Music,” his co-produced track “Whiskey Sour,” the No. 1, “One Mississippi,” and “Leave You Alone.” The album will include twelve additional yet-to-be-revealed songs.
Brown kicks off his international “Drunk or Dreaming Tour” this fall, which will include his first dates to Australia and New Zealand, as well as his long-awaited return to Canada and Europe. The tour will kick off Sept. 17 in Melbourne, Australia.
Alana Springsteen Releases ‘History Of Breaking Up (Part Two)’
/by Lorie HollabaughAlana Springsteen at Virgin Hotel Rooftop Takeover Sponsored by White Claw. Photo: Anna Clary
Alana Springsteen has released the second installment of her independent EP, History Of Breaking Up (Part Two). The new project is available everywhere now.
Springsteen co-wrote all but one song on the project, as well as co-produced and played guitar on various tracks. History Of Breaking Up (Part Two) finds the 21-year-old documenting the varied dimensions of heartache.
Anchored by a title track co-written with Whakaio Taahi and Melissa Fuller, other writers on this collection include Sasha Alex Sloan, Chris LaCorte, Ryan Beaver, Jessie Jo Dillon, Geoff Warburton and more, plus her first outside cut by Shane McAnally, Ashley Gorley and Rhett Akins.
“When I look back on where I was as I was writing the songs for History Of Breaking Up (Part One) and then look at where I am now, it’s all a little surreal,” Springsteen admits. “This project started out as a way for me to find some peace and healing through the heartbreak, but it’s given me so much more: I’ve found a community of the most amazing fans who’ve helped me—and each other—to feel a little less alone. If Part One set the bar for me, I truly believe Part Two raises it.”
Springsteen, who played the Pool Club Rooftop Bar at Virgin Hotels Nashville last week (July 13), has independently reached nearly 55 million career streams to date. She is busy on the road this summer with upcoming dates at the Faster Horses Music Festival (Ju;y 22) in Brooklyn, Michigan; the inaugural TidalWave Festival (Aug. 13) in Atlantic City; and a stop at Barnato in Omaha on Aug. 18.
Industry Ink: Breland, Warren Zeiders, CMA Foundation, SAE Institute
/by Lydia FarthingBreland’s ‘Throw It Back’ Collaboration With Keith Urban Goes Gold
Breland
Bad Realm Records/Atlantic Records/Warner Music Nashville recording artist Breland has earned a Gold certification for his collaboration with Keith Urban, “Throw It Back.”
Breland is slated to release his debut album, Cross Country, on Sept. 9. Recognized as a Breakthrough Artist by Amazon Music earlier this year, he recently launched BRECAP, his new show on Amp, the new live radio app from Amazon. There he discusses music, sports, culture, and more with friends each week.
The rising singer-songwriter has also been selected as the Opry NextStage artist for July. The program invests in the discovery of new artists and highlights one up-and-coming artist per month with featured original content, an Opry performance and support across the brand’s platforms.
Warren Zeiders Goes From TikTok Sensation To Gold Certification
Pictured (L-R):Aaron Bay-Schuck (Co-Chairman & CEO, Warner Records); Warren Zeiders; Charly Salvatore (Underscore Works Mgmt) and Jordan Pettit (Opry Entertainment Group Director of Artist Relations and Programming Strategy). Photo: Chris Hollo
Warner Records’ breakout country artist Warren Zeiders made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry this past Saturday (July 9).
To make the moment even sweeter, Zeiders was presented with a plaque for his RIAA Gold-certified single “Ride The Lightning,” signaling over 500,000 units sold. The singer-songwriter’s original, solo acoustic version of the track racked up over 657 million global views on TikTok alone before achieving this newest feat.
Zeiders, who recently inked a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music, released his debut 717 Tapes EP in October 2021, and followed it with 717 Tapes, Vol. 2.
CMA Foundation Hosts State Of The Arts Session During Tennessee Arts Academy
Pictured (L-R): Falon Keith, Community Impact Manager; CMA Foundation, Tricia Williams; Program Director, Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation and Todd Shipley, Director of Arts Education, Tennessee Department of Education
The CMA Foundation, in partnership with Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation and the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE), hosted a session focused on the State of the Arts initiative this week during Tennessee Arts Academy.
The session, which took place on Monday (July 11), featured an in-depth discussion with Tricia Williams, Program Director, Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, around State of the Arts, a multi-phase initiative aimed to develop an understanding around the varying criteria necessary for establishing high-quality arts education programs. Todd Shipley, Director of Arts Education, TDOE, also spoke to the importance of the program to the TDOE and how districts can get involved.
“We are grateful to the Tennessee Arts Academy for providing so many Tennessee arts educators a week-long, intensive, content-specific professional learning experience,” says Shipley. “The department continues to be a strong partner in the State of the Arts program, and we thank the CMA Foundation and Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation for championing this continued work with the State of the Arts Study. This study is a free opportunity open to all Tennessee school districts that provides participating districts, local communities, and the state with data to identify the resources and support needed to make decisions and improve access to high-quality arts education experiences for all students.”
“As a longtime partner of the Tennessee Arts Academy, we are delighted to be able to share more information about State of the Arts with their participants,” says Tiffany Kerns, Executive Director, CMA Foundation. “A thriving music and arts community starts within the four walls of a classroom. We know that when students find their creative voice through music and the arts, magic happens. While we are incredibly excited that this statewide music and arts assessment will provide a roadmap for students within Tennessee, we are also confident that the model we’re building can be used by other states across the country to foster exceptional music and arts programs.”
SAE Institute Nashville Partners With CMHOF For Youth Songwriting Camp
SAE Institute North America’s Nashville campus will be participating in the Country Music Hall of Fame’s Youth Songwriting Camp. Taking place July 18-19, the campus will be hosting an event with the organization which offers budding songwriters the opportunity to hone their craft through professional instruction.
During the event, campus faculty and instructors will provide assistance to youth camp attendees with recording and mixing songs alongside session musicians, as well as one-on-one sessions, performance coaching, and more. Additional activities that will be taking place during the camp include instrument instruction, recording experiences, and workshops led by special guests.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Country Music Hall of Fame for this event,” says SAE Institute Nashville’s Director of Education, Ryan Griffin. “It’s a great opportunity to work together with some of the talent we have here in our community, and offer the expertise of our faculty who are pleased to extend their knowledge and passion with the future music professionals of tomorrow.”
Adam Doleac Sets Debut Album, ‘Barstool Whiskey Wonderland,’ For September
/by Lorie HollabaughAdam Doleac. Photo: Cal & Aly
Adam Doleac is releasing his debut album, Barstool Whiskey Wonderland, on Sept. 30. A new track from the Arista Nashville project, “Girl In Love,” is available now.
Among the tracks on Barstool Whiskey Wonderland are SiriusXM The Highway No. 1s “Another” and “Famous,” and 11 new songs. Doleac co-wrote the tracks on the album aside from his collaboration with Danielle Bradbery, “Fake Love,” which was penned by Hardy, Ryan Hurd, Maren Morris and Jordan Schmidt.
“I couldn’t be more excited to start the roll out of my debut album, Barstool Whiskey Wonderland,” Doleac shares. “So much hard work and time and life has gone into making it. More than anything, I wanted it to sound like me. I tried to create my own little world, or ‘wonderland’ I should say, and I think I did that. Barstool Whiskey Wonderland is 18 songs, full of my favorite lyrics, titles, and most importantly, my favorite emotions. I hope you listen to it top to bottom, and then I hope you do it again.”
1. Don’t It Sound Alright (Adam Doleac/Josh Jenkins/Chris La Corte)
2. Where Country Music Comes From (Adam Doleac/Eric Arjes/Chris Gelbuda)
3. Barstool Whiskey Wonderland (Adam Doleac/Lindsay Rimes/Jonathan Singleton)
4. Drinkin’ It Wrong (Adam Doleac/Cary Barlowe/Jordan Schmidt)
5. Close That Tab (Adam Doleac/Zach Abend/Derrick Southerland)
6. Til Dawn Do Us Part (Adam Doleac/Rian Ball/Ben Caver)
7. Fake Love feat. Danielle Bradbery (Hardy/Ryan Hurd/Maren Morris/Jordan Schmidt)
8. Fast Asleep (Adam Doleac/Jon Nite/Jordan Schmidt)
9. Another (Adam Doleac/Kyle Jacobs/Trannie Anderson)
10. Girl in Love (Adam Doleac/Jared Keim/Derrick Southerland)
11. Hey Drink (Adam Doleac/Paul DiGiovanni/John Pierce)
12. Way Over You (Adam Doleac/Michael Carlisle/Frank Legeay)
13. Holy Jeans (Adam Doleac/Ben Simonetti/Fred Wilhelm)
14. Somewhere Cool with You (Adam Doleac/Josh Jenkins/Matt Jenkins/Jared Keim
15. What Kinda Night (Adam Doleac/Chris DeStefano/Josh Osborne)
16. Coulda Loved You Longer (Adam Doleac/Casey Brown/Jesse Lee Levin)
17. Neon Fools (Adam Doleac/Thomas Finchum/Andy Skib)
18. Famous (Adam Doleac/Bobby Hamrick/Andy Skib)