Angaleena Presley joined forces with co-writers like her Pistol Annies partners-in-crime Miranda Lambert and Ashley Monroe, Guy Clark, and Chris and Morgane Stapleton for her latest album, Wrangled, which is due out April 21.
Presley co-produced the 12-track CD with Oran Thornton (Eric Church, David Nail), who also co-wrote two tracks on the album, “Motel Bible,” and “Mama I Tried.”
The album was recorded at the famed “Ronnie’s Place” in Nashville. “Only Blood, ” penned with fellow East Kentuckian Stapleton, features Morgane Stapleton’s vocals, while “Good Girl Down” reportedly yielded unforgettable moments with legend Wanda Jackson. Hip hop artist Yelawolf offered vocals on the track “Country,” and Presley’s compadres Lambert and Monroe helped co-write “Dreams Come True” on the new project.
“Wrangled is an explicitly forthright journey through my experience in the business of country music. I tried to tackle uncomfortable realities like the discrimination against female artists at the height of bro-country, the high school mentality of Music Row and the pain that’s just beneath the surface of the road to stardom,” says Presley. “Covered in elbow grease and sacrifice, I set out to shed the skin of my ‘dream’ Nashville by painting a musical picture of loss, surrender, resurrection, redemption, and connection with real people who make and support honest music.”
Wrangled Track Listing:
1. Dreams Don’t Come True (Angaleena Presley, Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe)
2. High School (Angaleena Presley, Ivy Walker, Sophie Walker)
3. Only Blood (Featuring Morgane Stapleton) / (Angaleena Presley, Chris Stapleton )
4. Country (Featuring Yelawolf) / (Angaleena Presley, Michael Wayne Atha)
5. Wrangled (Angaleena Presley)
6. Bless My Heart (Angaleena Presley)
7. Outlaw (Angaleena Presley)
8. Mama I Tried (Angaleena Presley, Oran Thornton)
9. Cheer Up Little Darling (Angaleena Presley, Guy Clark)
10. Groundswell (Angaleena Presley, Ian Fitchuk)
11. Good Girl Down (Angaleena Presley, Wanda Jackson, Vanessa Olavarez)
12. Motel Bible (Angaleena Presley, Oran Thornton, Trevor Thornton)
Kane Brown, Jacob Bryant to Appear on AURORA Live Showcases During CRS Week
/by Lorie HollabaughA division of Thiel, AURORA Nashville operates a state-of-the-art, 4K Ultra HD production studio in downtown Nashville that provides a customizable experience. Their weekly series, AURORA Live, recently entered its second season and features performances from Lauren Alaina, Drake White, Jerrod Neimann, LANco, Rhonda Vincent and more.
‘MusicRow’ Opens Submissions For 2017 ‘InCharge’
/by Jessica NicholsonMusicRow is now considering new candidates for its annual InCharge issue, the published directory of Nashville’s music industry decision makers.
New applications will be accepted through Tues., Feb. 28.
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS FOR INCHARGE.
Since 1987, MusicRow has curated the definitive list of Nashville’s music industry professionals—the top executives responsible for the successful careers of today’s biggest artists.
Now in its 30th year, the InCharge publication serves the April/May issue of MusicRow magazine and is slated for a late April release.
For advertising opportunities, please contact srobertson@musicrow.com.
NMPA Honors Maren Morris’ “My Church”
/by Jessica NicholsonNMPA’s David Israelite with Maren Morris
The National Music Publishers Association (NMPA) recently honored Maren Morris in Washington D.C. with a Platinum songwriting plaque for penning her debut single, “My Church.” The National Music Publishers’ Association Gold & Platinum Program honors the songwriters of RIAA-certified singles.
NMPA CEO David Israelite spoke with Morris during her sold-out show at the 930 Club, following her recent Grammy performance and win for Best Country Solo Performance for “My Church.”
NMPA’s David Israelite with Maren Morris
Angaleena Presley Collaborates With Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe On New Project
/by Jessica NicholsonAngaleena Presley joined forces with co-writers like her Pistol Annies partners-in-crime Miranda Lambert and Ashley Monroe, Guy Clark, and Chris and Morgane Stapleton for her latest album, Wrangled, which is due out April 21.
Presley co-produced the 12-track CD with Oran Thornton (Eric Church, David Nail), who also co-wrote two tracks on the album, “Motel Bible,” and “Mama I Tried.”
The album was recorded at the famed “Ronnie’s Place” in Nashville. “Only Blood, ” penned with fellow East Kentuckian Stapleton, features Morgane Stapleton’s vocals, while “Good Girl Down” reportedly yielded unforgettable moments with legend Wanda Jackson. Hip hop artist Yelawolf offered vocals on the track “Country,” and Presley’s compadres Lambert and Monroe helped co-write “Dreams Come True” on the new project.
“Wrangled is an explicitly forthright journey through my experience in the business of country music. I tried to tackle uncomfortable realities like the discrimination against female artists at the height of bro-country, the high school mentality of Music Row and the pain that’s just beneath the surface of the road to stardom,” says Presley. “Covered in elbow grease and sacrifice, I set out to shed the skin of my ‘dream’ Nashville by painting a musical picture of loss, surrender, resurrection, redemption, and connection with real people who make and support honest music.”
Wrangled Track Listing:
1. Dreams Don’t Come True (Angaleena Presley, Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe)
2. High School (Angaleena Presley, Ivy Walker, Sophie Walker)
3. Only Blood (Featuring Morgane Stapleton) / (Angaleena Presley, Chris Stapleton )
4. Country (Featuring Yelawolf) / (Angaleena Presley, Michael Wayne Atha)
5. Wrangled (Angaleena Presley)
6. Bless My Heart (Angaleena Presley)
7. Outlaw (Angaleena Presley)
8. Mama I Tried (Angaleena Presley, Oran Thornton)
9. Cheer Up Little Darling (Angaleena Presley, Guy Clark)
10. Groundswell (Angaleena Presley, Ian Fitchuk)
11. Good Girl Down (Angaleena Presley, Wanda Jackson, Vanessa Olavarez)
12. Motel Bible (Angaleena Presley, Oran Thornton, Trevor Thornton)
Bash at the Beach Benefit Set for ACM Week
/by Lorie HollabaughJake Owen will headline an all-star concert event, “Bash At The Beach,” on March 31, while Florida Georgia Line will headline on April 1, to benefit ACM’s Lifting Lives program. The two-day event will also feature performances from Lee Brice, Dustin Lynch, Brothers Osborne, Big & Rich, Chris Lane, Dee Jay Silver, and more, at Mandalay Bay Beach. The event is presented by WME and MGM Resorts International.
The event is the latest to be added to the Fifth Annual ACM Party for a Cause festivities, and with the purchase of one ticket, fans will enjoy two nights of performances by country’s hottest stars. Attendees are invited to bring blankets, sit on the beach, or wade in the surf while enjoying the music from Mandalay Bay’s 1.6 million gallon wave pool.
“Giving back is a big focus in my life,” says Owen. “I am honored to be part of the charitable contribution to ACM Lifting Lives. I am also really pumped to be performing at ‘Bash at the Beach.’ It is the perfect setting for me and my band, and I can’t wait to put my toes in the sand at Mandalay Bay Beach. It is going to be a huge party for a great cause. I can promise you that.”
Fans will be able to purchase passes to the shows beginning Feb. 24 at ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745-3000.
Luke Bryan Adds Second Nashville Show To Huntin,’ Fishin,’ And Lovin’ Every Day Tour
/by Jessica NicholsonLuke Bryan. Photo: Carlos Ruiz
Luke Bryan sold out the May 5 launch date of his Huntin’, Fishin’ And Lovin’ Every Day Tour when tickets went on sale Friday morning (Feb. 17) for Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Due to high fan demand, a second show has been added for Saturday, May 6. Tickets for May 6 go on sale on Friday, Feb. 24.
Special guest in Nashville is Brett Eldredge along with opener Adam Craig.
BMLG Adds Tali Canterbury As Director, A&R Project Management
/by Jessica NicholsonTali Canterbury
Big Machine Label Group has hired Tali Canterbury as Director, A&R Project Management. Canterbury previously worked as Publishing Manager for Big Machine Music where she assisted in the signing of BMM writers Tucker Beathard and Luke Combs as well as managing Jonathan Singleton and Laura Veltz.
“Tali not only has a great eye for talent, but also has the eye of a tiger,” shared BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta. “Her instincts are so spot-on with now and tomorrow. I can’t wait to see what she is going to bring to the A&R department.”
In her newly created role, Canterbury will work with the wide array of BMLG artists across the label group’s five imprints. Her past positions include roles at NSAI and Full Circle Music Publishing.
“I couldn’t be more excited about this new role and the opportunity to work with more artists from our incredible label roster,” commented Canterbury. “BMLG is an innovative and forward-thinking company and I am honored to continue to work with Scott, Allison, and the entire team behind the machine.”
Canterbury will be based in BMLG’s Nashville headquarters via tali.canterbury@bmlg.net and 615.324.9323.
Sundance Head Signs With Dreamcatcher, CAA, Loeb & Loeb
/by Lorie HollabaughFollowing his big win on season 11 of The Voice, Sundance Head is seeing his dreams come true as he set out on tour this week with coach Blake Shelton for 12 dates of Shelton’s Doing It To Country Songs tour. Head is firming things up on the business side as well, as he recently inked with Nashville-based Dreamcatcher Management, and with Creative Artists Agency for booking, with John Huie and Joseph Martin as responsible agents. He also signed with Loeb and Loeb for legal representation with Debbie White as counsel.
“It’s a dream come true to be hitting the road with Blake,” adds Sundance. “I am excited to be able to announce my new team, and to get to work on the road and in the studio. We’ve already got some amazing music in the works together that I can’t wait for y’all to hear. I also want to thank my fans for believing in me and continuing to support me. I would not be here without my fan base!”
He is currently in the studio working on his debut album, which is due out later this year.
Sundance Head Tour Dates:
Feb. 10: Booth, TX; Stetson’s Nightlife
Feb. 16: Bakersfield, CA; Bakersfield Convention Center*
Feb. 17: Inglewood, CA; The Forum*
Feb. 18: New Braunfels, TX; Freiheit Country Store
Feb. 23: Portland, OR; Moda Center*
Feb. 24: Spokane, WA; Spokane Arena*
Feb. 25: Jefferson, TX; Krew of Hebe Mardis Gras Upriver
March 3: Fresno, CA; Save Mart Center*
March 4: Las Vegas, NV; MGM Grand Hotel Casino*
March 9: Sacramento, CA; Golden 1 Center*
March 10: San Jose, CA; SAP Center*
March 11: Valley View, CA; Valley View Casino*
March 16: Evansville, IN; Ford Center*
March 17: Rosemont, IL; Allstate Arena*
March 18: Omaha, NE; CenturyLink Center*
*Dates with Blake Shelton and RaeLynn
Brad Paisley’s Latest Project Set For April Release
/by Lorie HollabaughBrad Paisley announced his latest album, Love And War, will be released April 21. The project is Paisley’s 11th studio album, and was produced by Paisley and Luke Wooten. The project was originally scheduled for release March 3, but got pushed back until April.
The album contains the first single, “Today,” which is currently in the Top 5 on the charts.
Thomas Honored at Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R): Former Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum honoree Liz Thiels, Gibson Guitar Corporation President Dave Berryman, former Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum honoree Denise Stiff, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Peter Cooper, former Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum honoree Bonnie Garner, Gary Scruggs, 2017 Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum honoree Traci Thomas, Randy Scruggs, and former Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum honoree Nancy Shapiro. Photo by Ron Coons, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
Traci Thomas‘ career achievements were recognized by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Wednesday (Feb. 15) during its Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum. Americana Music Association co-founder Thomas forged a career by elevating the careers of tradition-rich roots artists, and during the program, Thomas discussed the ways that ingenuity and belief can help honest music thrive and win over marketplace norms. As a manager with Thirty Tigers, Thomas has guided the careers of artists like Jason Isbell, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, John Moreland, Allison Moorer, and Shelby Lynne.
The Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum was established in 2007 to explore issues related to the business side of the music industry and to recognize an individual annually who represents the legacy of pioneering agent-manager Louise Scruggs, the wife and business partner of Country Music Hall of Fame member Earl Scruggs.
Previous honorees include Kay Clary, Bonnie Garner, Dixie Hall, Mary Martin, Jo Walker-Meador, Nancy Shapiro, Denise Stiff, Liz Thiels, and Sarah Trahern.