Russell Dickerson
Back to the barrooms!
This edition of DISClaimer spotlights a number of talents who are steering this genre back to country music. You can’t go wrong with superb efforts by Vince Gill, Morgan Wallen, Carter Faith, Joe Nichols and Mae Estes.
Rollicking Russell Dickerson rides off with the Disc of the Day award.
Lex Lashaun is a new female voice on the contemporary country scene. Her debut earns her a DISCovery Award.
LUKAS NELSON, SIERRA FERRELL, TRAVELIN’ McCOURYS / “Unknown Legend”
Writer: Neil Young; Producers: Lukas Nelson, Ronnie McCoury; Label: 6 Ace Records/Sony Music Nashville
– Zesty and utterly refreshing. The fleet fingers of the McCourys scamper across the fretboards to set the brisk tempo. Lukas begins to spin the yarn of a free-spirited gal who rides the roads. Then Sierra takes over, and, as always, everything she sings is a cloak of shining gold. When everyone is picking and singing at this level, I’m in heaven.
BRANTLEY GILBERT / “Want You Back”
Writers: Brantley Gilbert/Hunter Phelps/Michael Hardy/Will Weatherly; Producers: Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Will Weatherly; Label: The Valory Music Co.
– Clever and engaging. He wishes she’d done something totally crazy instead of just breaking up. That way he knows he’d never miss her. The track rocks and Gilbert delivers just the right touch of snark.
DASHA / “Work on Me”
Writers: Amy Allen/Dasha/John Ryan; Producer: John Ryan; Label: Warner Records
– Car-repair imagery abounds in this saucy come-on. Dasha’s wit and pop smarts twinkle as brightly as ever.
MORGAN WALLEN / “20 Cigarettes”
Writers: Blake Pendergrass/Chase McGill/Chris LaCorte/Josh Miller; Producer: Joey Moi; Label: Big Loud Records/ Mercury Records/Republic Records
– The lyric is loaded with visuals and Wallen delivers the goods, vocally. A night of passion in a pick-up truck that sounds youthful and utterly authentic.
MAE ESTES / “I Better Go”
Writers: Brice Long/Mae Estes/Paul Sikes; Producer: Paul Sikes; Label: Big Machine Records
– She has a lovely, pure-country delivery. The mid-tempo tune explores the war between the head and the heart as she contemplates whether to take a walk on the wild side or not. I think I could listen to this lady all day.
THOMAS RHETT & NIALL HORAN / “Old Tricks”
Writers: Andrew Haas/Ian Franzino/Jim Beavers/John Ryan/Julian Bunetta/Thomas Rhett; Producers: Dann Huff, Julian Bunetta, Scott Hendricks; Label: The Valory Music Co.
– Rhett takes the global pop star out for a night in the honky tonks. Horan seems marvelously comfortable in this twangin,’ good-time, country rocker. Lotsa roadhouse fun.
GREG BLAKE / “Nora McNally”
Writers: Milan Miller; Producer: none listed; Label: Turnberry Records
– Greg Blake continues on the 50th-anniversary tour of Special Consensus. In the meantime, he cuts solo tunes like this bluegrass ditty of an alluring lass. His mellow tone floats atop the merry instrumental work and explains his two-time anointment as the IBMA’s Male Vocalist of the Year.
JOE NICHOLS / “Goodbyes Are Hard to Listen To”
Writers: Jacob Lyda/James LeBlanc/Jen Stegall; Producer: Mickey Jack Cones; Label: Quartz Hill Records
– A terrific barroom weeper from a master of the form. Advice for the broken hearted: “You shouldn’t mix whiskey/With Haggard and Whitley.” Or Hank: He needs to padlock the jukebox because he keeps playing “Lovesick Blues” over and over. Country music with a capital “C.”
VINCE GILL / “I Gave You Everything I Had”
Writer: Vince Gill; Producer: Vince Gill; Label: MCA
– This heart-tugging ballad is the elegy of an aging troubadour looking back at a life well lived. It’s a mini-masterpiece of emotion from one of our living giants. You’ll hear nothing but cheers and amens from me about that lifetime MCA Records contract. A legendary talent for the ages.
CARTER FAITH / “Betty”
Writers: Carter Faith/Shane McAnally/Tofer Brown; Producer: Tofer Brown; Label: MCA
– “Charming” doesn’t even begin to describe this bopper. In a pert and perky vocal performance, Faith imagines her ex with a beauty who cooks. Jealous? Just a titch.
RUSSELL DICKERSON / “Worth Your Wild”
Writers: Anthony Kiedis/Bret Mazur/Casey Brown/Chad Smith/John Frusciante/Michael Balzary/Parker Welling/Russell Dickerson/Seth Binzer; Producers: Casey Brown, Josh Kerr, Russell Dickerson; Label: Triple Tigers
– Joyously rocking. This lights a fire under Friday night and points to a night of tearin’ up the roads and makin’ whoopie. Dickerson always heats up a playlist, and he’s hotter than ever here.
LEX LASHAUN / “From the Start”
Writers: none listed; Producer: none listed; Label: LL
– She didn’t grow up on a farm, own a truck, go hunting or live a rural life. But she loves good country music. Her throaty alto and the strummed acoustic guitar on this sweet ballad are the proof. An excellent disc debut.
MORGXN / “Evergreens”
Writers: Kyle Ryan/Morgan Karr; Producers: Kyle Ryan, MORGXN; Label: BMG
– Nashville native Morgxn (Morgan Karr) is an openly queer folk-pop artist. His debut outing since signing with BMG is a super happy love song, sung to a strummy acoustic track. This artist’s LGBTLQ+ advocacy and his alternative-radio hit “Home” have led to guesting on Jimmy Kimmel Live and The Kelly Clarkson Show, as well as a slot on Lollapalooza. The video for “Evergreens” finds him riding around in the bed of a pick-up truck with an all-female band, driving past the sights of Music City.
Luke Combs Tops MusicRow Radio Chart With ‘Back In The Saddle’
/by LB CantrellLuke Combs. Photo: Robby Klein
Luke Combs claims the No. 1 spot on the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart this week with “Back in the Saddle.” The track was co-written by Combs alongside Dan Isbell and Jonathan Singleton.
Following the single’s release, Combs dropped The Prequel, a three-song collection of new music. It was also recently announced that Combs is now the most RIAA-certified country artist of all time, with 168 million units sold, surpassing Garth Brooks.
“Back In The Saddle” currently sits at No. 5 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and No. 3 on the Mediabase chart.
Click here to view the latest edition of the MusicRow Weekly containing the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart.
George Strait To Return To South Carolina For One Night Only Show
/by Lauryn SinkGeorge Strait.
George Strait will return to Clemson, South Carolina’s Memorial Stadium for one night only, in-the-round on May 2, 2026. Strait will be joined by Cody Johnson and Wyatt Flores.
The performance will mark the first concert at Memorial Stadium since 1999, which was also headlined by Strait. Tickets go on Oct. 31.
“Going back to Death Valley for the first time in more than 25 years feels pretty special,” he shares. “Can’t wait to see you, Clemson!”
In 2024, Strait played a few one-off stadium shows including A&M’s Kyle Field, marking one of the largest single ticketed concerts in U.S. history with 110,905 fans in attendance. He followed that with five live shows in 2025 with stops in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Buffalo, Foxborough and Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium.
In addition to this show, Strait will be celebrated at the 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors this December. Early next year, he will also be inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Cooper Alan Reveals Track List For Debut Album ‘Winston-Salem’ [Exclusive]
/by Lauryn SinkCooper Alan is set to release his debut album Winston-Salem on Nov. 7. He shared two new tracks from the project, “Roots” and “BOS,” today.
Winston-Salem, named for Alan’s North Carolina hometown, is split into two sides, with “Winston” reflecting on family, fatherhood and personal roots, while “Salem” features rowdy tracks that Alan is known for.
“I’m beyond excited to finally share a body of work that captures every side of who I am,” shares Alan. “Winston-Salem is more than just a collection of songs—it’s a reflection of the highs, lows, and everything in between that have shaped me. From the raw, emotional tracks that dig into the heart of my story, to the wild, off-the-wall songs that showcase the fun and unpredictable side of me, it’s all here. I couldn’t have made this without the support of fans and a team who continue to encourage me to chase authenticity above all else; staying true to what I want to say and how I want to sound. This record is a ride through every corner of my world, and I can’t wait for you to experience it with me.”
Alan co-wrote all 20 tracks alongside Kyle Sturrock, Ben Williams, Matt McKinney, Joybeth Taylor and Seth Mosley, among others. “BOS” and “Roots” arrive on the heels of Alan’s previous releases, “Hard Acre,” “Holy Ghost,” “Dale Dickens (RIP)” and “Plead The Fifth.”
Earlier in the year, he completed his headlining “To The Bar Tour,” selling out the majority of dates. In addition to the tour, Alan launched The Cooper Alan Foundation earlier this year which supports mental health organizations and causes.
Winston-Salem Track List:
WINSTON
1.) “Roots” (Cooper Alan, Matt McKinney, Seth Mosley)
2.) “Fourth of July” (Cooper Alan, Joe Clemmons, Adam James, Colton Venner)
3.) “La-Z-y Boy” (Cooper Alan, Jake Connelly, Adam James)
4.) “5X7” (Cooper Alan, Matt McKinney, Seth Mosley, Kyle Sturrock)
5.) “Holy Ghost” (Cooper Alan, Jake Connelly, Justin Ebach)
6.) “Starting To Show” (Cooper Alan, Justin Morgan, Kylie Sackley)
7.) “Better Dad” (Cooper Alan, Zach Abend, Ben Williams)
8.) “Good Mama” (Cooper Alan, Jake Connelly, Seth Mosley)
9.) “Hard Acre” (Cooper Alan, Derek Bahr, Zachary Kale, Joseph Patton)
10.) “Take a Life” (Cooper Alan, Zach Abend, Jake Rose, Ben Williams)
11.) “Devil in my Mind” (Cooper Alan, Matt McKinney, Seth Mosley)
SALEM
12.) “Plead The Fifth” (Cooper Alan, Matt McKinney, Justin Morgan)
13.) “Damn In Me” (Cooper Alan, Matt McKinney, Jake Rose)
14.) “Dale Dickens” (Cooper Alan, Sam Bergeson, Jake Rose)
15.) “BOS” (Cooper Alan, Sam Bergeson)
16.) “Crazy Shady Uncle” (Cooper Alan, Sam Bergeson, Joe Clemmons)
17.) “Alive” (Cooper Alan, John Pierce, Micah Wilshire)
18.) “Greener Grass” (Cooper Alan, Sam Bergeson, Matt McKinney, Joybeth Taylor)
19.) “Take Bobby Home” (Cooper Alan, Matt McKinney, Justin Morgan, Seth Mosley)
20.) “Drunk Drink” (Cooper Alan, Matt McKinney, Justin Morgan)
Wasserman Music & Save The Music Foundation Form Five-Year Partnership
/by Lorie HollabaughWasserman artist Niko Rubio coaches students during a Melody Making Workshop. Photo: Eric Strong
Wasserman Music has entered a five-year partnership with Save The Music Foundation, committing to fund J Dilla Music Tech Grants in six high schools across L.A. and New York.
Through the new partnership, Wasserman Music and Save The Music will ensure that students not only have access to high-quality music education, but also the chance to connect with artists and industry leaders who can inspire and support their creative journeys. In the partnership’s first year, Wasserman Music will support one high school in Los Angeles and one in New York, with future years alternating between the two cities. Each launch will include special events featuring Wasserman staff and clients, including songwriting workshops, live student performances, executive-led panels, and student-produced podcast interviews.
“We are grateful to Wasserman Music for investing in the future of young creators,” says Henry Donahue, Executive Director of Save The Music. “Together, we’re not only equipping students with the tools to make music, but also opening doors to mentorship, career pathways, and the inspiration that comes from connecting with working artists and industry leaders.”
“Music has shaped our lives, and we believe every young person deserves the same chance to experience that impact,” Wasserman Music President Lee Anderson says. “With Save The Music, we can help ensure kids in our communities have access to the tools, education, and opportunities that spark a lifelong passion.”
The first launch took place on Oct. 8 in Los Angeles, with Wasserman Music client Niko Rubio joining and several Wasserman Music employees participating in a career panel. Students prepared questions for the panel discussion and sought advice on how to break into the music industry. The event took place at Warren High School, where music technology was recently added as a CTE pathway elective thanks to the Save The Music J Dilla Music Technology grant and Wasserman support. The day continued with Save The Music’s partner, We Make Noise, who led two workshop sessions alongside Rubio. Students were tasked with creating melody motifs and beat overlays to Rubio’s tracks “Save Me” and “Baby.”
The next launch will take place in New York on Oct. 28.
DISClaimer Single Reviews: New Russell Dickerson Is ‘Joyously Rocking’
/by Robert K OermannRussell Dickerson
Back to the barrooms!
This edition of DISClaimer spotlights a number of talents who are steering this genre back to country music. You can’t go wrong with superb efforts by Vince Gill, Morgan Wallen, Carter Faith, Joe Nichols and Mae Estes.
Rollicking Russell Dickerson rides off with the Disc of the Day award.
Lex Lashaun is a new female voice on the contemporary country scene. Her debut earns her a DISCovery Award.
LUKAS NELSON, SIERRA FERRELL, TRAVELIN’ McCOURYS / “Unknown Legend”
Writer: Neil Young; Producers: Lukas Nelson, Ronnie McCoury; Label: 6 Ace Records/Sony Music Nashville
– Zesty and utterly refreshing. The fleet fingers of the McCourys scamper across the fretboards to set the brisk tempo. Lukas begins to spin the yarn of a free-spirited gal who rides the roads. Then Sierra takes over, and, as always, everything she sings is a cloak of shining gold. When everyone is picking and singing at this level, I’m in heaven.
BRANTLEY GILBERT / “Want You Back”
Writers: Brantley Gilbert/Hunter Phelps/Michael Hardy/Will Weatherly; Producers: Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Will Weatherly; Label: The Valory Music Co.
– Clever and engaging. He wishes she’d done something totally crazy instead of just breaking up. That way he knows he’d never miss her. The track rocks and Gilbert delivers just the right touch of snark.
DASHA / “Work on Me”
Writers: Amy Allen/Dasha/John Ryan; Producer: John Ryan; Label: Warner Records
– Car-repair imagery abounds in this saucy come-on. Dasha’s wit and pop smarts twinkle as brightly as ever.
MORGAN WALLEN / “20 Cigarettes”
Writers: Blake Pendergrass/Chase McGill/Chris LaCorte/Josh Miller; Producer: Joey Moi; Label: Big Loud Records/ Mercury Records/Republic Records
– The lyric is loaded with visuals and Wallen delivers the goods, vocally. A night of passion in a pick-up truck that sounds youthful and utterly authentic.
MAE ESTES / “I Better Go”
Writers: Brice Long/Mae Estes/Paul Sikes; Producer: Paul Sikes; Label: Big Machine Records
– She has a lovely, pure-country delivery. The mid-tempo tune explores the war between the head and the heart as she contemplates whether to take a walk on the wild side or not. I think I could listen to this lady all day.
THOMAS RHETT & NIALL HORAN / “Old Tricks”
Writers: Andrew Haas/Ian Franzino/Jim Beavers/John Ryan/Julian Bunetta/Thomas Rhett; Producers: Dann Huff, Julian Bunetta, Scott Hendricks; Label: The Valory Music Co.
– Rhett takes the global pop star out for a night in the honky tonks. Horan seems marvelously comfortable in this twangin,’ good-time, country rocker. Lotsa roadhouse fun.
GREG BLAKE / “Nora McNally”
Writers: Milan Miller; Producer: none listed; Label: Turnberry Records
– Greg Blake continues on the 50th-anniversary tour of Special Consensus. In the meantime, he cuts solo tunes like this bluegrass ditty of an alluring lass. His mellow tone floats atop the merry instrumental work and explains his two-time anointment as the IBMA’s Male Vocalist of the Year.
JOE NICHOLS / “Goodbyes Are Hard to Listen To”
Writers: Jacob Lyda/James LeBlanc/Jen Stegall; Producer: Mickey Jack Cones; Label: Quartz Hill Records
– A terrific barroom weeper from a master of the form. Advice for the broken hearted: “You shouldn’t mix whiskey/With Haggard and Whitley.” Or Hank: He needs to padlock the jukebox because he keeps playing “Lovesick Blues” over and over. Country music with a capital “C.”
VINCE GILL / “I Gave You Everything I Had”
Writer: Vince Gill; Producer: Vince Gill; Label: MCA
– This heart-tugging ballad is the elegy of an aging troubadour looking back at a life well lived. It’s a mini-masterpiece of emotion from one of our living giants. You’ll hear nothing but cheers and amens from me about that lifetime MCA Records contract. A legendary talent for the ages.
CARTER FAITH / “Betty”
Writers: Carter Faith/Shane McAnally/Tofer Brown; Producer: Tofer Brown; Label: MCA
– “Charming” doesn’t even begin to describe this bopper. In a pert and perky vocal performance, Faith imagines her ex with a beauty who cooks. Jealous? Just a titch.
RUSSELL DICKERSON / “Worth Your Wild”
Writers: Anthony Kiedis/Bret Mazur/Casey Brown/Chad Smith/John Frusciante/Michael Balzary/Parker Welling/Russell Dickerson/Seth Binzer; Producers: Casey Brown, Josh Kerr, Russell Dickerson; Label: Triple Tigers
– Joyously rocking. This lights a fire under Friday night and points to a night of tearin’ up the roads and makin’ whoopie. Dickerson always heats up a playlist, and he’s hotter than ever here.
LEX LASHAUN / “From the Start”
Writers: none listed; Producer: none listed; Label: LL
– She didn’t grow up on a farm, own a truck, go hunting or live a rural life. But she loves good country music. Her throaty alto and the strummed acoustic guitar on this sweet ballad are the proof. An excellent disc debut.
MORGXN / “Evergreens”
Writers: Kyle Ryan/Morgan Karr; Producers: Kyle Ryan, MORGXN; Label: BMG
– Nashville native Morgxn (Morgan Karr) is an openly queer folk-pop artist. His debut outing since signing with BMG is a super happy love song, sung to a strummy acoustic track. This artist’s LGBTLQ+ advocacy and his alternative-radio hit “Home” have led to guesting on Jimmy Kimmel Live and The Kelly Clarkson Show, as well as a slot on Lollapalooza. The video for “Evergreens” finds him riding around in the bed of a pick-up truck with an all-female band, driving past the sights of Music City.
Industry Ink: ERNEST, Tucker Wetmore, Marcus K. Dowling, Boop Nashville, More
/by Lauryn SinkERNEST Hosts Nashville Pop-Up Performance On Broadway
ERNEST. Photo: Courtesy of Busch Light.
ERNEST hosted a pop-up performance on Broadway earlier this week in partnership with Busch Light.
ERNEST opened the show with a cover of Hank Williams Jr.’s “Family Traditions,” before performing fan-favorites from his two albums. He mixed a few of his biggest cuts as a songwriter into the set, performing “Son of Sinner” by Jelly Roll and “I Had Some Help” by Post Malone feat. Morgan Wallen.
Tucker Wetmore Visits Notes For Notes
Tucker Wetmore. Photo: Chase Foster
Tucker Wetmore recently stopped by the Notes for Notes East Nashville studio to meet with a few young artists. The visit included a Q&A session where the group had the chance to ask questions and share their own work with Wetmore.
Founded in 2006, Notes for Notes is a national nonprofit that provides youth with free access to high-quality instruments, professional gear and mentorship from experienced producers, all in state-of-the-art recording studio environments.
Marcus K. Dowling Launches ‘Culture At Large’ Podcast
Pictured (L-R): Laura Veltz, Marcus K. Dowling, Ben Johnson. Photo: iamjohnjo
Marcus K. Dowling launched his new podcast, Culture At Large, featuring songwriters Laura Veltz and Ben Johnson, live from Nashville’s Anzie Blue earlier this week. The episode is available now on Spotify.
The next episode is scheduled for Oct. 21, honoring the legacy of John Prine. Episode three on Oct. 30 features ERNEST. Attendance is free and registration is available here.
Melody Place Hosts Boop! Vinyl Release Party
Photo: Courtesy of Melody Place
Melody Place recently hosted a Boop! Vinyl release party in Nashville.
Brother Maven Signs With NVRDUL Management LLC
Brother Maven and Carri Hyde.
Brother Maven has signed with NVRDUL Management LLC. The band, consisting of Daniel Mason (vocals & guitar), JP Presley (lead guitar & vocals), Jeremy McCoy (bass & vocals) and Joel Burns (drums & percussion), released their newest single, “Goods On Me,” alongside the announcement.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Brother Maven to the NVRDUL family,” says Carri Hyde. “They’re a rare combination of artistry, authenticity, and work ethic, and we look forward to helping elevate their career to new heights. Our team is passionate about supporting artists who bring something unique to the table, and Brother Maven does exactly that.”
Innovo Management Adds Haley Sorg
Haley Sorg.
Innovo Management has added Haley Sorg as an Associate Talent Manager. She will be working closely with Innovo’s CEO Sam Saideman on the roster’s continued expansion and diversification of special projects. Sorg will be based out of the Los Angeles office, but will also work with the Nashville team.
Cody Johnson & Tractor Supply Team For Life Out Here Emerging Artist Program
/by Lorie HollabaughCody Johnson. Photo: Chris Douglas
Cody Johnson and Tractor Supply Company have teamed up for the return of TSC’s Life Out Here Emerging Artist Program.
The Emerging Artist Program celebrates rising country stars who live and love “Life Out Here.” First launched in 2023 with country powerhouse Lainey Wilson, the program supports the journey from the backroads to the stage, offering mentorship and performance opportunities while connecting Tractor Supply with audiences who share a passion for country music and the lifestyle it inspires.
Beginning today through Dec. 1, artists can enter to win an opportunity to travel to Nashville to perform before a private Cody Johnson concert, record a song at a studio, meet with a music industry executive and more.
“I’m so proud to team up with Tractor Supply for their Emerging Artist Program, shining a spotlight on up-and-coming artists who have something real to share,” says Johnson. “My high school FFA teacher was the first person to encourage me to perform. I took the stage and that moment ended up changing the course of my life. He believed in me, and now it’s my turn to help give someone that same encouragement.”
“The tradition of lifting up our neighbors is one of the foundations of Life Out Here. It’s in that same tradition that we’re joining forces with Cody to open doors for other aspiring artists,” says Kimberley Gardiner, Chief Marketing Officer at Tractor Supply. “Our communities are home to amazing musicians whose songs reflect the lifestyle we all love. We’re here to give them a platform to share their music — and help bring their talents to a bigger stage.”
Earlier this month, Tractor Supply was the presenting sponsor for Johnson’s COJO Championship team roping event which benefits the Texas FFA. Tractor Supply maintains a deep-rooted commitment to supporting country music, the rural lifestyle, the communities it serves and is one of the largest funders of FFA.
Turnpike Troubadours, Shane Smith & The Saints & Kaitlin Butts To Headline Jackalope Jamboree
/by Lauryn SinkTurnpike Troubadours, Shane Smith & The Saints and Kaitlin Butts will headline the 2026 Jackalope Jamboree. The event is slated for June 25-27 Happy Canyon Arena in Pendleton, Oregon.
Additionally, Summer Dean, Rattlesnake Milk, Taylor Hunnicutt, Shelby Stone, Josh Weathers, Presley Haile and many more will take the stage across the three days.
Pre-sale tickets go live Oct. 20 ahead of general sales on Oct. 21. Overnight camping and RV options are available.
In addition to the main stage performances, free pre-party and after-party shows take place downtown. The festival will offer local vendors featuring beverages, clothing, jewelry, art and more.
Post Malone, Kenny Chesney, Riley Green To Headline Tortuga Music Festival 2026
/by Lorie HollabaughPost Malone, Riley Green and Kenny Chesney have been announced as headliners for the Rock The Ocean Tortuga Music Festival’s 13th annual beachfront celebration April 10-12 on the shores of Fort Lauderdale.
Florida favorite Chesney has headlined the festival multiple times, including the inaugural festival in 2013, and will be returning for his fifth Tortuga performance.
“I love everything about Tortuga, starting with that very first year! To be on the Atlantic Ocean with all that beach, the sea to one side and A1A to the other is everything this music is made of—and the people who’ve been coming out every time we’ve played there are my kind of people,” Chesney enthuses. “Work hard, play harder and have fun while loving everyone in the space is a good way to be, and I can’t wait to get there next April.”
Other performers on the star-studded 2026 lineup include Afroman, Graham Barham, Chayce Beckham, Colbie Caillat, Ashley Cooke, Preston Cooper, Russell Dickerson, Flatland Cavalry, The Fray, Tyler Hubbard, Greylan James, Uncle Kracker, G. Love and Special Sauce, Dustin Lynch, McCoy Moore, Lukas Nelson, Emily Ann Roberts, Josh Ross, Amanda Shires, Brittney Spencer, Dwight Yoakam and many more.
Tickets will go on sale this Saturday (Oct. 18) at tortugamusicfestival.com. Ahead of Saturday’s ticket drop, fans can purchase expanded hotel and VIP experience packages today via Vibee by visiting tortuga.vibee.com.
Each year, the festival raises funds and serves as an opportunity to educate the public about critical environmental issues impacting the oceans. Fans will be able to explore the Rock The Ocean’s Conservation Village to learn more about the organization’s work and how to get involved. To date, Tortuga fans have helped raise six million dollars for ocean conservation initiatives.
Callie Prince Signs With 1221 Management, Readies Debut EP
/by Lauryn SinkCallie Prince has signed an exclusive management deal with 1221 Management. Prince is the first client for the company started by J.D. Groover, Chris DuBois and Geoff Ogunlesi.
“Callie is a dream come true for a first client. She’s talented, diligent, and commands a room when she walks in.” says Groover. “You’re going to be hearing a lot about Callie Prince the artist and the songwriter for a long time!”
“I’ve been lucky to work with a lot of great artists, but there’s something about Callie that just clicked right away. She’s talented, focused and knows exactly what she wants to say with her music. Signing her as the first artist on 1221 felt like a natural first step- we’re excited to build something real together.” adds Ogunlesi.
Alongside the signing, Prince revealed her debut EP, GIRLS WHO CUSS, will release on Nov. 14.