The Circuit Group, a collective of artist managers, has established Red Wire Publishing. The new division will provide music publishing services to artists and songwriters globally.

Circuit Co-Founder and Partner David Gray will lead the new the new division as President. The company will continue to be headquartered in Los Angeles, but Gray will re-locate to Nashville to expand the company’s presence. Gray has career experience in artist management and music business leadership, co-founding AYITA Management, who’s roster includes Noizu, Camden Cox, Sarah de Warren, Avedon, and Ursine Vulpine.

Among the first signings to Red Wire Publishing are UK songwriter and vocalist Stevie Appleton, Nariman Akrami, GRAMMY-winning UK producer Alex Metric, DJ Secondcity, Tommy Cooperman, LA-based multi-instrumentalist Galo, and Mexico City duo RØZ.

“Red Wire was born from our management-first philosophy—helping artists not just get deals done, but build careers over the long term,” says Gray. “We’re not interested in being the biggest publisher. We want to be the most effective and the most trusted, hyper-focused on developing talent and creating opportunities for our clients. Partnering with Kobalt gives us world-class infrastructure while keeping our boutique and hands-on approach intact.”

Red Wire Publishing already administers more than 300 copyrights, with global rights administration powered by Kobalt.

“Our focus is on maintaining a selective roster of writers we’re truly passionate about, while our talented team ensures those clients are serviced at the highest level,” shares Charlie Tadman, Director of A&R at The Circuit Group. “Representing names like Stevie Appleton, Nari, Alex Metric, and Secondcity, we boast a powerhouse lineup contributing to some of today’s most in-demand artist projects. With recent cuts for FISHER, Chris Lake, Sammy Virji, Diplo, bbyclose, and more, our roster continues to define the cutting edge of dance music and beyond.”

Ella Langley hosted “An Evening with Ella Langley & Friends Benefitting Pawsitive Rescue Division” on Tuesday night (Oct. 14) with a sold-out writers round at The Listening Room in Nashville. Ernest, Aaron Raitiere and Kameron Marlowe joined Langley on stage for the event.

The event also featured a live auction for tickets to Langley’s sold-out Ryman Auditorium show, hand-written lyrics, exclusive show dresses and more.

“Ever since I was 10, it was always my dream to start a nonprofit dog rescue,” shares Founder/President of Pawsitive Rescue Division, Lauren Misunas. “When I was able to put something together with Ella and have her join the board so organically, it was more than a dream come true for me. She is helping us reach so many more people, spread awareness of the importance of responsible rescue and placing dogs in homes where they can be successful. It’s been a blessing every step of the way, and knowing that Ella is just as passionate as I am, makes everything that much more special. I’m forever grateful for Ella being able to expand our mission and talk to people that we normally wouldn’t be able to reach.”

Langley and Marlowe celebrated the RIAA Gold certification of their duet “Strangers” with a special plaque presentation at the show. Langley is set to release her upcoming single “Choosin’ Texas,” written with Miranda Lambert, Ben West, Luke Dick and Joybeth Taylor, this Friday (Oct. 17).

Brad Paisley is releasing a new Christmas album Snow Globe Town, on Nov. 7. To celebrate the new holiday project, he’s releasing a new song from the record, “Leave The Christmas Lights On” available now at all digital retailers.

The 16-track album features eight new songs written by Paisley as well as some all-time favorite Christmas classics. The project also includes “Counting Down The Days,” written by Paisley and Chris Dubois, which is the official anthem of Hallmark Channel’s 16th annual “Countdown to Christmas” programming event, which launches Friday (Oct. 17).

Paisley also co-penned two additional songs for inclusion in Hallmark’s A Grand Ole Opry Christmas film. The new movie starring Nikki DeLoach and Kristoffer Polaha is set to premiere Thanksgiving weekend on Nov. 29. at 8 p.m. ET on Hallmark Channel, streaming next day on Hallmark+. Paisley also appears in the film alongside many familiar faces from the Opry and country music.

“I had so much inspiration writing songs for Hallmark’s A Grand Ole Opry Christmas movie,” says Paisley. “It sparked a real creative energy that was honestly hard to stop so we made an entire album.”

Tomorrow, (Oct. 16) Paisley will perform as part of an exclusive Hallmark kickoff event in Nashville to celebrate their upcoming “Countdown to Christmas” programming.

Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group CEO and Founder Lou Taylor has named an all-female C-suite.

Peggy Stephens (Chief Operating Officer), Heather Kinder (Chief of Staff) and Deedra Carroll (Chief Deputy Director) make up the new executive team. With this appointment, they make up one of the only all-female executive leadership teams in the financial and entertainment business management sectors. Currently, women represent fewer than 20% of C-suite executives nationally.

“This is not an optics decision – it’s about excellence and equity,” says Taylor. “Peggy, Heather and Deedra embody the values that Tri Star was built upon: integrity, precision and service. Equity has been long overdue in our field, and this team is proof of what’s possible when fairness and opportunity are prioritized.”

Since joining the organization, Stephens has played a key role in optimizing operations, streamlining processes, and improving the client service experience for both the Nashville and West Hollywood offices.

As Chief of Staff, Kinder has implemented strategic initiatives and has led internal cultural improvement. She has also spearheaded team development and client relations.

Carroll is responsible for overseeing operations, systems, risk and team empowerment across the Tri Star infrastructure.

“Equity is not just a goal here, it’s a practice that shapes how we lead and serve,” shares Kinder. “Our leadership team reflects the values we live by – collaboration, integrity and excellence. I could not be more proud to be one of the women leading an organization that is one of the most trusted firms in entertainment and finance.”

Margo Price is extending her headlining “Wild At Heart Tour,” adding over 20 shows in 2026.

Price will bring songs from her new album, Hard Headed Woman, to the run of nearly 50 shows that following a return to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium and more this fall will span February and March.

Stops in the New Year include DC’s 9:30 Club, New York City’s Webster Hall, Toronto’s Phoenix Concert Theatre, Chicago’s Metro, San Francisco’s Fillmore, LA’s Fonda Theatre and 15 other stops across the country. Tickets for all newly added dates are on sale now at margoprice.net/tour.

Price has had a busy fall so far. In recent weeks, she shared a new video for “Love Me Like You Used To Do” (feat. Tyler Childers), performed “Don’t Let The Bastards Get You Down” on Jimmy Kimmel Live! just hours before the show was pulled off air, played a triumphant set at Farm Aid with special appearances from Senator Amy Klobuchar, Billy Strings and Jesse Welles, and hosted an intimate night at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles.

Margo Price Tour Dates
10/11 – Livingston, KY – Moonshiners Ball
10/23 – St. Louis, MO – Delmar Hall*
10/24 – Kansas City, MO – Knuckleheads*
10/25 – Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre*
10/28 – Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre*
10/29 – Fargo, ND – Sanctuary Events Center^
10/31 – Bozeman, MT – The ELM^
11/1 – Jackson Hole, WY – Jackson Hole Center for the Arts – Center Theater^
11/2 – Missoula, MT – The Wilma^
11/4 – Vancouver, BC – Hollywood Theatre #
11/5 – Seattle, WA – Neptune Theatre #
11/7 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom #
11/8 – Boise, ID – Treefort Music Hall #
11/9 – Crystal Bay, NV – Crystal Bay Club Casino – Crown Room #
11/11 – South Salt Lake City, UT – The Commonwealth Room!
11/12 – Aspen, CO – Belly Up Aspen!
11/14 – Dallas, TX – Longhorn Ballroom!
11/15 – Austin, TX – Emo’s!
11/16 – Helotes, TX – John T. Floore’s Country Store!
11/18 – Atlanta, GA – Variety Playhouse^
11/20 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium %
11/21 – Louisville, KY – Headliners Music Hall %
11/22 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall %
2/12 – York, PA – Strand Theatre (On Sale Oct 17)
2/13 – Saxapahaw, NC – Haw River Ballroom
2/14 – Boone, NC – Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts (On Sale Now)
2/16 – Charlottesville, VA – Jefferson Theater
2/17 – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
2/19 – New York, NY – Webster Hall
2/20 – Philadelphia, PA – Theatre of Living Arts
2/21 – Boston, MA – Royale
2/22 – Burlington, VT – Higher Ground Ballroom
2/24 – Buffalo, NY – Electric City
2/25 – Toronto, ON – The Phoenix Concert Theatre
2/26 – Woodstock, NY – Bearsville Theater
2/28 – Chicago, IL – Metro
3/1 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
3/3 – Fort Collins, CO – Washington’s
3/4 – Denver, CO – The Gothic Theatre
3/6 – Sacramento, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
3/7 – San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore
3/10 – Pioneertown, CA – Pappy & Harriets
3/12 – Los Angeles, CA – The Fonda Theatre
3/13 – San Diego, CA – Belly Up
3/14 – Tucson, AZ – La Rosa
3/17 – San Antonio, TX – Stable Hall
3/20-3/25 – Miami, FL – Outlaw Country Cruise

*w/ Eliza Thorn
^w/ Logan Ledger
#w/ Dillon Warnek
!w/ Leon Majcen
% w/ Rattlesnake Milk