Justin Moore To Kick Off 2019 With Shows In Northeast, Midwest

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Justin Moore

Justin Moore has announced some new dates for 2019 with special guests Cody Johnson, Eric Paslay and Riley Green at select dates. His Feb. 15-16 shows in Ohio and Pennsylvania will feature both Johnson and Paslay as openers.

Moore’s new single “The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home” was most added at country radio last week, and will be featured on his forthcoming new album due in 2019.

Justin Moore Tour Dates:
Fri., Jan. 25 / Bos Center / Springfield, IL*
Sat., Jan. 26 / Baxter Arena / Omaha, NE^
Thurs., Feb. 8 /Canton Civic Center / Canton, OH^
Sat., Feb. 9 / Wings Stadium / Kalamazoo, MI^
Thurs., Feb. 14 / Moheagan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza / Wiles Barre, PA+
Fri., Feb. 15 / Huntington Center / Toledo, OH**
Sat., Feb. 16 / 1st Summit Arena @ CCWMA / Johnstown, PA**
Fri., May 31 / Del Mar Fairgrounds / DelMar, CA

*Riley Green opening
^Cody Johnson opening
+Eric Paslay opening
**Cody Johnson and Eric Paslay opening

Industry Ink: Dillion Carmichael, Rumble On The Row, Leadership Music

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Dillon Carmichael Celebrates LP Release At Grand Ole Opry

Dillon Carmichael

Dillon Carmichael celebrated the release of his Dave Cobb-produced LP Hell On An Angel at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry on Tuesday, Oct. 30.

 

2019’s Rumble On The Row Adds Two More Rounds

The Charley Foundation, the Nashville-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which supports area children’s charities, has announced two additional “Rumble on the Row” bouts scheduled for the 15th Annual Ringside: A Fight for Kids gala happening Friday, March 1 in Liberty Hall at The Factory in Franklin, Tennessee.

Country artist Andy Velo dukes it out with Brandon Perdue (A&R/Creative Director at Riser House Entertainment/Song Factory), and Jenny Sciullo (co-owner of Phivestarr Productions) will dance in the ring with entertainment attorney Farrah Usmani (Loeb & Loeb).

Previously announced “Rumble on the Row” bouts include Scott Gaines (APD/MD PM Drive at Kicks 101.5 Atlanta) vs. Chris Waters (Director of Promotion, Pearl Records), and Adam Davis (Content Director, Sony Music Nashville) vs. Alan Bullington (co-founder and CEO, MGC Sports).

Ringside: A Fight for Kids is an action-packed evening of gourmet dining, music, surprise celebrity guests, a silent auction with numerous one-of-a-kind items and boxing. This year’s gala theme will be “80s Prom.”

 

Leadership Music Virtual Food Drive Happening Now

For the sixth year, Leadership Music is organizing a Virtual Food Drive to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. The program began Nov. 5 and continues through Friday, Nov. 16.

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Nashville-based Leadership Music is a national nonprofit educational program for leaders in the entertainment industry. Through their donations to Second Harvest over the past five years, Leadership Music alumni and friends have supplied more than 328,000 meals for hungry children, families and seniors in Middle Tennessee.

“We appreciate our friends in the Leadership Music family, who always generously support our mission through their Virtual Food Drive,” says Jaynee Day, president and CEO of Second Harvest and a member of Leadership Music’s Class of 2012. “Year after year, it continues to set the bar as our top Virtual Food Drive. Leadership Music has raised more than $80,000 in the past five years and we couldn’t be more grateful for their commitment in helping us fight hunger in Middle Tennessee.” For every dollar donated, Second Harvest can provide four meals.

Click here to donate.

Jordan Brooker Releases Self-Titled EP

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Jordan Brooker released his self-titled EP on Nov. 2. The project was recorded at Luke Wooten‘s Station West Studios in Nashville.

The Spencerville, Indiana native was discovered by Wooten on YouTube performing a cover of Dierks Bentley’s “Thinking of You.” After moving to Nashville, Brooker began working with Wooten, and earlier this year signed a publishing and artist development deal with Wooten’s Warehouse West Entertainment. 

Brooker has signed with Flood, Bumstead, McCready & McCarthy for business management, and Creative Artists Agency for booking.

Jordan Brooker Track Listing:
1) Find My Fire (Jordan Brooker, Dave Turnbull)
2) Over My Head (Jordan Brooker, Michael Hardy, CJ Solar)
3) Sounds Like You (Jordan Brooker, Ashley Brooker)
4) Dancin’ On the Boulevard (Jordan Brooker, Neil Medley, Jeff Middleton)
5) You Are (Jordan Brooker, Michael Hardy, CJ Solar)
6) Life In Your Days (Jordan Brooker, Dave Turnbull)

Ryan Hurd Reveals Series Of Club Performances For 2019

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RCA Records Nashville singer-songwriter Ryan Hurd will launch 2019 with a short series of club shows. Hurd hand-picked each of the venues on his upcoming four-date, full-band tour.

He will visit Los Angeles’ The Troubadour on Jan. 17, New York City’s Bowery Ballroom on Jan. 25, Chicago’s Joe’s On Weed St. on Feb. 23, and Nashville’s Exit/In on Feb. 28.

“These are my first American shows in over a year and they are in four of my favorite markets; and in absolutely iconic venues,” said Hurd. “We’ve built a lot of momentum this season with the release of ‘Diamonds or Twine’ and ‘To A T,’ it’s exciting to get to share all of it live with our fans.”

In addition to his own career as an artist, Hurd has co-written hits including “Lonely Tonight” (Blake Shelton), “You Look Good” (Lady Antebellum), and “Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset” (Luke Bryan).

SMACKSongs writer Ryan Beaver will join the shows; Beaver has penned songs included on albums from Steve Moakler, HARDY, Ashley Monroe, and was nominated as AIMP’s Rising Independent Artist-Writer of the Year in 2017.

Bobby Bones Joins ‘American Idol’ As Official In-House Mentor

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Bobby Bones will join American Idol this season as the show’s in-house mentor, it was announced during Monday night’s (Nov. 5) telecast of Dancing With The Stars. Bones appeared on Idol last season, joining the top 24 hopefuls as they prepared to take the stage with their all-star celebrity duet partners. This season, his role has expanded and he will offer his expertise throughout the competition, helping contenders reach the next level of their artistry and performances.

With a nationally syndicated radio show The Bobby Bones Show reaching millions of listeners that recently garnered its third ACM Award for National On-Air Personality of the Year, Bones also earned a 2017 CMA award for National Broadcast Personality of the Year. His popular podcast, “BobbyCast,” recently surpassed 100 episodes and has been downloaded more than 6 million times, and he is also a two-time New York Times No. 1 best-selling author, touring stand-up comedian, philanthropist and chart-topping comedy artist.

American Idol is returning to ABC for the 2018-2019 season, after its inaugural season on the network during 2017-2018 with all-star judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Ryan Seacrest will also return as host.

CMA Foundation Grant Program Invests $3.5 Million Toward Student Success In 2019

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The CMA Foundation announced today that it will invest $3.5 million in financial resources over the course of 2019 to support those working to create positive change in the lives of children through music, bringing total foundation contributions to over $25 million.
The CMA Foundation focuses on five areas of revitalization—youth development through music, in-school music education, professional development for teachers, capacity building and research. Since its inception in 2006, the CMA Foundation has continued their mission to ensure every child has access to a quality music education.
“National trends show us that students who study the arts—specifically music, are more likely to see postsecondary success, however, the research concludes most music education programs are still not properly supported through funding and resources,” said Tiffany Kerns, executive director, CMA Foundation. “Our mission is not just to provide funding for music programs, but to also provide resources and support that can be used to create models for success in establishing and sustaining thriving music education programs in communities across the country.”
In 2018, more than 350 artists performed for free at CMA Fest, allowing ticket proceeds to help fund grants distributed by the CMA Foundation. Those funds have helped enrich programs throughout national public school systems, after school programs, summer camps and community outreach organizations.

A full list of the CMA Foundation’s 2019 grantees can be found here.

Weekly Register: Luke Combs, Kane Brown, Dan+Shay Continue To Top Country Charts

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Country Albums Sales

Luke Combs

Luke Combs continues his lead in country album sales this week, with This One’s For You moving 21K in total consumption (3.5K albums only), according to Nielsen Soundscan. Josh Turner debuts at No. 2 with his faith-based I Serve A Savior moving 15K in total consumption (14K album only).

Dan+Shay land at No. 3 with their self-titled album moving 13K (1.3K album only), while Chris Stapleton‘s Traveller is at No. 4 with 12K (3K album only). Kane Brown‘s self-titled album is at No. 5 with 10.5K (1.8K album only) as he preps his Nov. 9 sophomore release.

Country Streaming Chart

Kane Brown. Photo: Apple Music

Kane Brown continues to hold the top spot with “Heaven,” which streamed over 7.2 million this week, and now has over 443 million streams to date. Chris Stapleton‘s “Tennessee Whiskey” is at No. 2, with 7.1 million streams this week (nearly 575 million to date). Dan+Shay‘s “Speechless” is at No. 3 with 6.8 million streams this week (106 million to date). The duo’s “Tequila” is at No. 4 with 6.5 million streams this week, and 291 million to date. Combs rounds out the Top 5 this week with “She Got The Best Of Me,” with 5.8 million streams this week and 120 million streams to date.

Country Song Sales Chart

Dan+Shay. Photo: Patrick Tracy

Dan+Shay‘s “Speechless” is at No. 1 this week, with 10K (159K to date), followed by Luke Combs‘ “She Got The Best Of Me” at No. 2 with 7.5K. Jimmie Allen‘s “Best Shot” is at No. 3 with 6.7K, followed by Mitchell Tenpenny‘s “Drunk Me” at No. 4 with 6.5K. Stapleton’s version of “Tennessee Whiskey” follows at No. 5 with 5.5K, and 1.693 million in sales to date.

Cody Johnson has the top debut this week, with “Dear Rodeo” coming in at No. 11 country, with 4.2K.

“Millionaire” Brings Kevin Welch To The Top Of Songwriter Chart

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MusicRow Songwriter Chart

Kevin Welch demonstrated the power of a solo-write as his wholly-penned song “Millionaire” takes him to No. 1 on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart this week. With all of the points going entirely to Welch from the Chris Stapleton hit, this week marks a rare occurrence that the No. 1 slot has featured a songwriter with only one song on the MusicRow songwriter chart.

Kane Brown soared from No. 27 to No. 7 with the help from “Homesick,” “Good As You” and “Lose It.” Brown’s co-writer for the latter two, Tape Room Music and Warner/Chappell’s Will Weatherly, moves up into the top 10 from No. 36.

The weekly MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart, published every week, uses algorithms based upon song activity according to airplay, digital downloaded track sales and streams. This unique and exclusive recent addition to the MusicRow portfolio is the only songwriter chart of its kind.

Click here to view the full MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart.

Robert Filhart Joins Morris Higham Management

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Robert Filhart. Photo: Ed Rode

Morris Higham Management has announced the addition of music industry veteran Robert Filhart to their team. With nearly 15 years of experience, Filhart brings a background in artist management as well as nearly a decade as Creative Director at ASCAP to his new role. In his role at Morris Higham, Filhart will oversee management for new artist Carlton Anderson, whom he met during his tenure at ASCAP.

“I have known Robert for over a decade now and I’ve always admired his unwavering support of our music, songs and artists,” shares Morris Higham president Clint Higham. “Robert possesses that innate natural talent and heart to become one of the greats as a manager in our business.”

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with many talented artists over the years,” shared Filhart, “and there is something so incredibly special about Carlton. I’m thrilled to have this opportunity to make his promising career my focus. The team at Morris Higham is remarkable and I know we’re going to accomplish great things together.”

Filhart has both signed and worked closely with a number of artists throughout his career thus far, including Brandy Clark, Jordan Davis, Ryan Hurd, Tenille Townes, Brett Young and countless others.

Filhart can be reached at rob@morrishigham.com or at 615-585-2057.

Brent Cobb To Launch Sucker For A Good Time Tour In January

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Brent Cobb will start off 2019 with his Sucker For a Good Time Tour, beginning Jan. 17 at Atlanta’s Terminal West. The headlining tour will run through March 30 and visit Asheville, Charleston, Austin, Memphis, Birmingham, Louisville and more, plus a performance supporting the Tedeschi Trucks Band at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Jan. 31.

The new tour follows Cobb’s extensive run as part of Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show and supports the release of his new album, Providence Canyon, which was produced by Dave Cobb and is out now on Low Country Sound/Elektra Records.

BRENT COBB TOUR DATES:

January 17—Atlanta, GA—Terminal West
January 18—Athens, GA—Georgia Theatre
January 19—Macon, GA—Hargray Capitol Theatre
January 25—Raleigh, NC—Lincoln Theatre*
January 26—Charlotte, NC—Neighborhood Theatre
January 31—Nashville, TN—Ryman Auditorium†
February 1—Asheville, NC—Grey Eagle
February 7—Charleston, SC—Charleston Pour House
February 8—West Columbia, SC—New Brookland Tavern
February 9—Greenville, SC—Radio Room
February 13—Austin, TX—Stubbs Jr.
February 14—Dallas, TX—Trees
February 15—Pocola, OK—Gilley’s at Choctaw Casino
February 16—Memphis, TN—1884 Lounge
February 21—Kansas City, MO—Knucklehead’s
February 22—St. Louis, MO—Off Broadway‡
February 23—Wilson, AR—The Grange at Wilson
February 28—Birmingham, AL—Saturn
March 1—Waverly, AL—Little House at Standard Deluxe
March 2—Tifton, GA—Rhythm & Ribs Festival
March 21—Oxford, MS—Proud Larry’s
March 22—Jackson, MS—Duling Hall
March 23—New Orleans, LA—Gasa Gasa
March 24—Mobile, AL—Callaghan’s Irish Social Club
March 29—Lexington, KY—Cosmic Charlie’s
March 30—Louisville, KY—Zanzabar
* with American Aquarium and Courtney Marie Andrews
† supporting Tedeschi Trucks Band
‡ with William Clark Green