Tangerine Records To Reissue Ray Charles Classics In New Master Series

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Tangerine Records has announced its new Ray Charles Remaster Series with the release of 1974’s Come Live With Me.

Remastered by Grammy-winning engineer Michael Graves and vinyl mastering engineer Jeff Powell, the reissue marks the album’s first appearance on vinyl in over 50 years, with vinyl and streaming arriving Aug. 22, and CDs available Sept. 26.

Come Live With Me showcases Charles in full ’70s crossover mode, featuring string-laden arrangements, country-tinged ballads and soulful soft rock. Side A, arranged by longtime collaborator and conductor Sid Feller, highlights Charles’s emotive vocals on lush, orchestrated ballads such as “Till There Was You” and the title track, the latter of which was a Top 20 AC favorite. Side B shifts to a more upbeat, R&B flavor with tracks like “Somebody” and “Problems, Problems.”

The Tangerine Master Series reissues will highlight Charles’ best-known music alongside classic records long out of print. Each album in the series has been restored and remastered under the direct supervision of The Ray Charles Foundation, painting a vivid new portrait of an artist and icon whose impact continues to expand and inspire. The series will see reissues of classics like 1963’s Ingredients In A Recipe For Soul, which reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and featured the Grammy-winning, top five hit, “Busted,” 1970’s Love Country Style. and No One Does It Like…Ray Charles! which offers a rare glimpse into a prolific and creatively explosive period in Charles’ multi-decade career.

Come Live With Me Track List:
1. “Till There Was You”
2. “If You Go Away”
3. “It Takes So Little Time”
4. “Come Live With Me”
5. “Somebody”
6. “Problems, Problems”
7. “Where Was He”
8. “Louise”
9. “Everybody Sing”

Hannah Gifford & Jeremy Gifford Launch Open Hand Management

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Jeremy Gifford and Hannah Gifford. Photo: Tres Cox

Hannah Gifford and Jeremy Gifford have launched Open Hand Management. The company’s current roster includes Dwan Hill, Franni Cash, Hopeful., Relient K and The Choir Room.

Hannah Gifford first began her work in the industry touring and working with the likes of Kacey Musgraves, Tenth Avenue North and Plumb. In 2020 she began working in artist management at Street Talk Media before moving to Round Table Management in 2021.

Jeremy Gifford first entered the industry working with multiple artists including The Head and the Heart, Black Pumas and We the Kingdom. After touring and performing with We The Kingdom, Jeremy took on a full-time management role.

JUST IN: Big Machine Label Group Elevates Nicole Flammia

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Nicole Flammia. Photo: Ford Fairchild

Nicole Flammia has been promoted to SVP, Creative Photo-Video Production at Big Machine Label Group. The promotion comes from her previous role as VP, Creative Photo-Video Production. She will continue to spearhead the label’s creative process of visual assets for more than 35 artists across all BMLG imprints.

“Nicole Flammia is the epitome of what the heart and soul of the Big Machine Label Group is all about,” shares Founder, Chairman & CEO Scott Borchetta. “Her creativity, communication skills, artist relations and executive strength are second to none.”

Flammia graduated from Belmont University and built a resume in music video production before joining BMLG in 2015. During her decade with the organization, she has worked on CMA and ACM Award winning/nominated videos including Thomas Rhett’s “Remember You Young,” Lady A’s “What If I Never Get Over You,” Carly Pearce’s “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” Midland’s “Longneck Way To Go” and Riley Green’s “Worst Way,” among others.

“I’m proud to recognize Nicole Flammia for her exceptional dedication, professionalism and consistently high-quality work,” adds BMLG EVP, Creative, Sandi Spika Borchetta. “Her reliability, initiative and positive attitude have made a significant impact on our team and the company as a whole. This promotion is not just well-deserved – it’s a reflection of the leadership and excellence she brings to everything she does. Congratulations my dear friend, it is truly earned.”

“I’m honored to work alongside the incredibly talented Big Machine Creative team and grateful to Sandi Borchetta for her visionary leadership and unwavering support,” says Flammia. “I’ve learned so much under her guidance, and I’m excited to step into this new role at a company that continues to lead the way in creative innovation.”

Ashley McBryde To Open Redemption Bar Inside Eric Church’s Chief’s

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Ashley McBryde will open her Redemption Bar on Aug. 28. Located on the fifth floor of Eric Church’s Chief’s, the venue is a first-of-its-kind concept on Broadway inspired by McBryde’s three year sobriety journey.

“When the opportunity to make my mark on Broadway came, I knew I wanted to create a space that champions what’s made a difference in my life; a space that lifts up the brushed aside, and makes sure everyone feels welcome,” McBryde says.

The bar will serve a full menu of non-alcoholic and alcoholic options as well as feature live original music, showcasing the Nashville songwriter community directly to tourists.

“As someone who is three years sober, the typical response to ‘do you have anything Non-Alcoholic?’ is either ‘why did you come to a bar if you aren’t gonna drink?’ or ‘you can have soda water and a lime I guess.’ Some of my favorite places to socialize became wildly unaccommodating when the only thing that changed was what was in my cup,” McBryde shares with Rolling Stone. “It was vital that I create a space where not drinking is the forethought – normalized. You can get alcohol drinks in Redemption too, because everyone is welcome.”

She continues, “Songwriters are the backbone of this community, and it’s important to me to create a place for all the tourists on lower Broadway to experience original music from some of the people who are keeping dreams alive in this town.”

MusicRow Weekly (News, Charts, More…)

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This week’s edition of The MusicRow Weekly is packed with industry moves, new ventures and exciting signings shaping the landscape of country music and beyond. Click here to see the full edition.

Warner Music Nashville is undergoing a significant internal reorganization to better align with Warner Records. As part of the shift, the label is creating two new radio promotion teams, aiming to offer more focused support for its Nashville-based artists. Several staff members have been affected by the changes, including Ray Mariner (Manager, Radio), Andrea Schollnick (Manager, Video Content), Sarah Sigro (Director, Catalog Marketing) and Caitlin Cadden (Director, Global Marketing).

The Country Music Association (CMA) has also announced a series of promotions and new hires across various departments. Emily Evans has been elevated to Senior Vice President of Business Strategy and Operations, following her prior role as Vice President. Jenny Methling joins CMA as Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships after previously serving in a temporary capacity. Additional staff updates include the promotion of Devin Ford to Senior Manager, Social Media, and new hires Luke Johnson (Staff Accountant), Zarah Goldberg (Video Content Creator) and Liliana Manyara (International Industry Relations Coordinator).

Chris Crawford has joined Activated Events as General Manager. He’ll be overseeing strategy and operations for the company’s robust festival lineup, which includes Boots in the Park, Coastal Country Jam, Party in the Park, Taco Fest and The Smoke Show.

Atlantic Music Group is expanding into country and Americana with the launch of a new imprint: Atlantic Outpost. The label will be spearheaded by Jeff Levin and Ian Cripps, both of whom will maintain their existing A&R leadership roles at Atlantic. Offices will be in both Los Angeles and Nashville

Lanie Gardner has officially joined the roster at TRACK Management, and singer-songwriter-producer Cameron Bedell has signed with Electric Feel Entertainment on its Nashville roster. Meanwhile, Brandon Wisham has signed with UTA for global representation and The Feldman Agency for representation in Canada.

SMACKSongs has announced the promotion of Sam Sarno to Senior Creative Director of Publishing, continuing the company’s tradition of nurturing creative leadership from within. Additionally, Susan G. Komen has named Joshua Daniel as its new Senior Director of Entertainment Engagement and Events.

Katie Vinten and Zach Lund have launched Wild Child Music in partnership with Eclipse Music Group. The boutique management company’s roster already includes Delacey, Hayden Blount, Valley James, Wells Ferrari, Cece Coakley, Logan Turner, Brett Truit, Willie Breeding, Cameron Neal and SXSSY.

Lastly, Big Loud Texas continues to grow with the addition of Austin-based band The Droptines to its artist roster.

This week’s edition also features an interview with mtheory’s Cameo Carlson.

In addition, the latest MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart is included. Russell Dickerson takes the No. 1 spot with “Happen To Me.” Explore more chart data here.

The MusicRow Weekly is delivered every Friday, featuring Nashville’s top music industry news, exclusive interviews, song reviews, radio and songwriter charts and more. Sign up for free here.

Mark Your Calendar—August 2025

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Single/Track Releases & Radio Add Dates:

August 1
Bailey Zimmerman/Chevy Silverado/Warner Music Nashville
HARDY/Bottomland/Big Loud Records
Colbie Caillat (feat. Maddie & Tae)/Live Without/Blue Jean Baby Records
Gabby Barrett/The Easy Part/Warner Music Nashville
Paul Cauthen/Thankful
Colt Ford (feat. Creed Fisher)/Dirty
Austin Snell/Family Tree/River House Artists/Warner Music Nashville
Kolton Moore & The Clever Few/Strawberry Thief
Jon Langston/Real One
Tyler Rich/Lost Time/ONErpm
Kaylee Bell/The Thing About Us
Dan Bremnes/Human/Curb Records
Omer Netzer/Low High
Laura Bryna & Common Tribe/Rise
Timmy McKeever/Hold You To It/Big Loud Records
Kylie Frey/Always
Maddie Medley/Good Clean Fun
Kayley Green/Dollars/Sony Music Nashville
Katie Neal/Forget It/Alamo Records/Santa Anna
Mary Sarah/Drunk Enough
Caden Cookus/October Passed/Alamo Records/Santa Anna
Connor Hicks/Lonely Season
Jared Redden/Still Hurt Anyway/Alamo Records/Santa Anna
Dearlee Keim/The Hell With It All/Alamo Records/Santa Anna

August 4
Old Dominion/Making Good Time/Sony Music Nashville
Omer Netzer/Midnight Blue/White Knuckle Productions
Due West/Don’t Let The Gray Hair Fool Ya/Unwound Records
Shea Fisher/Ow In Cowboy

August 8
We Are Messengers/Losing You/Curb Records
Annie Bosko/Tequila Time/QHMG/Stone Country Records
Bottomland/By My Side
Whitney Fenimore/Come Around
Adam Warner/Came Back Country
Brandon Wisham/She’s Good
Megan Nadin/Bittersweet

August 11
Aaron Goodvin/Said No Redneck Ever/New Motor Records/Warner Music Canada
Carson Alexander/Good Girls/Synapse Publishing & Entertainment

August 13
Amy Jack/Love’s A Force of Nature

August 14
Kat Velasco/Breaking My Own Heart

August 15
Creed Fisher/Feelin’ Better
Steven Malcolm/All God/Curb Records
Harper Grace/Under My Skin/Curb Records
Ashley Brooks/Southern Side of Sweet
Rye LaChance/Bad For You

August 18
Lauren Alaina feat. Chase Matthew/All My Exes
Turnpike Troubadours/Heaven Passing Through
Sarah Harralson/Put Yourself In My Boots/Synapse Publishing & Entertainment®, LLC

August 22
Kelsey Hart/Something That You’d Miss/Curb Records

August 25
Asher Angel (ft. Nelly)/RODEO/MakaSound
Ken Domash/Wish You Wouldn’t Go/Thunder Mountain Records

August 28
Rachel Lipsky/Welcome To The Fun House/Riot South

August 29
Ben Gallaher/Rearview/QHMG/Stone Country Records
Ashley Brooks/Red Wings

 

Album/EP Releases:

August 1
Sam Barber/Music For The Soul/Atlantic Records
Chris Janson/Wild Horses/Harpeth 60 Records/Warner Music Nashville
Eli Young Band/Strange Hours
Anne Wilson/God Story
Morgan Wade/The Party Is Over (Recovered)/Sony Music Nashville
Zandi Holup/Wildflower/Big Loud Records
Sunny Sweeney/Rhinestone Requiem
Keller Cox/Care To Look
Grayson Lee/Ignition/Alamo Records/Santa Anna
Emily Hines/These Days/Keeled Scales

August 8
Bailey Zimmerman/Different Night Same Rodeo/Atlantic Records/Warner Music Nashville
MercyMe/Wonder & Awe
Charley Crockett/Dollar A Day/Island Records
Blessing Offor/Real
Ashley Monroe/Tennessee Lightning
T. Hardy Morris/Artificial Tears/Normaltown/New West Records

August 15
Jordan Davis/Learn The Hard Way/MCA Nashville
Gavin Adcock/Own Worst Enemy/Warner Music Nashville
Molly Tuttle/So Long Little Miss Sunshine/Nonesuch Records
Daves Highway/If You Asked Me

August 22
Old Dominion/Barbara/Sony Music Nashville
Russell Dickerson/Famous Back Home/Triple Tigers
Walker Hayes/17 Problems/RCA Records
Lecrae/Reconstruction/Reach Records
Austin Snell/Home Sweet Hell/River House Artists/Warner Music Nashville
Peech./Small Town America/CCMG/TAMLA
Roman Alexander/Midwest Calling
Asleep At The Wheel/Riding High In Texas/Bismeaux Records/Signature Sounds Recordings
MaRynn Taylor/MaRynn/Black River Entertainment
James Dupre/It’s All Happening/Warner Music Nashville
Danny Burns/Southern Sky/Bonfire Recording Co.

August 29
Colbie Caillat/This Time Around/Blue Jean Baby Records
Zach Top/Ain’t In It For My Health/Leo33
Margo Price/Hard Headed Woman/Loma Vista Recordings
Rodney Crowell/Airline Highway/New West Records
John Oates/Oates
Coyle Girelli/Out Of This Town/Sun Records
Levi Foster/We Made Fire
Chandler Dozier/Bakersfield East

 

Industry Events:

August 11
38th annual Music Row Ladies Golf Tournament

August 20
ACM Honors

August 26
22nd Annual SOURCE Awards

 

Upcoming Nashville Concerts:

Jason Aldean. Photo: Brian Higbee

August 1
Gold Coast/Eastside Bowl
Various Artists/Jerry Garcia’s 83rd Birthday Celebration/The Basement East
The Samples/City Winery
Harbour/Wraith Tour/Cannery Hall
Julia Digrazia/Cannery Hall
Emily Hines/Album Release Show/The Blue Room

August 2
Volbeat/Greatest Of All Tours/FirstBank Amphitheater
Ryan Adams/Heartbreaker ’25 World Tour/Ryman Auditorium
Fort Knox/EXIT/IN
Brendan Walter/Cannery Hall

August 3
AJR/Skydeck at 5th and Broadway

August 4
The Aquabats!/The Bats! Kats & Rats Tour/Brooklyn Bowl
Peter Collins/City Winery

August 5
Rob Thomas/The All Night Days Tour/Ascend Amphitheater
Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley Band/City Winery

August 6
Various Artists/Happy Together/Ryman Auditorium
Sugarray Rayford/City Winery

August 7
Jason Aldean/Full Throttle Tour 2025/Bridgestone Arena
Vince Gill/Ryman Auditorium
J Howell/City Winery
Ozomatli/Cannery Hall
East Forest/The Blue Room

August 8
Vince Gill/Ryman Auditorium
Oliver Francis/Summer Tour 2025/Eastside Bowl
Elle Varner/City Winery
Chiddy Bang/Cannery Hall

August 9
$uicideboy$/Grey Day Tour 2025/Bridgestone Arena
Vince Gill/Ryman Auditorium
Randall King/Brooklyn Bowl
Henry Morris/Jawbreaker U.S. Tour/Eastside Bowl
Various Artists/Sinker’s 40th Birthday Jamboree/The Basement East
Congress The Band/Cannery Hall

August 10
+Live+ & Collective Soul/Summer Unity Tour/FirstBank Amphitheater
A.R. Rahmam/The Wonderment Tour/Grand Ole Opry House
Wave To Earth/0.03 Tour/Ryman Auditorium
Ekoh/The Broken Heart Collector Tour/The Basement East

August 11
The Struts/Celebrating The 10 Year Anniversary Of Everybody Wants/Brooklyn Bowl

August 12
The Weeknd/After Hours Til Dawn/Nissan Stadium
The Fray/How To Save A Life: The 20th Anniversary Tour/Ryman Auditorium
Ruthie Foster/City Winery
Charlotte Lawrence/Somewhere Tour/Cannery Hall

August 13
ONEUS/2025 ONEUS World Tour/Ryman Auditorium
Haiden Henderson/Tension Tour/Cannery Hall

August 14
Rod Stewart/One Last Time/Ascend Amphitheater
Chris Isaak/Ryman Auditorium
Danielle Nicole/EXIT/IN
The Redhead Revue/City Winery
Raynes/City Winery

August 15
Toto + Christopher Cross + Men At Work/Ascend Amphitheater
Vince Gill/Ryman Auditorium
The Word Alive/The Eyes Above Tour/Eastside Bowl
Madam Radar/Eastside Bowl
Vashawn Mitchell & Friends/City Winery

August 16
Vince Gill/Ryman Auditorium
D4VD/Withered 2025 World Tour/Marathon Music Works
Less Than Jake/Summer Circus/Brooklyn Bowl
Proxima Parada/The Basement East
The Redhead Revue/City Winery

August 17
Caskey/Black Sheep 5 Tour/EXIT/IN
Alex Bugnon/City Winery

August 18
Cardinal Black/The Basement East

August 19
Katy Perry/The Lifetimes Tour/Bridgestone Arena
Nonpoint/Painful Statements/The Basement East
Jake Minch/George On Tour/Cannery Hall

August 20
Teddy Swims/I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour/Ascend Amphitheater
We Came As Romans/Bad Luck Tour/Marathon Music Works
Penelope Road/The Basement East

August 21
Linkin Park/From Zero World Tour/Bridgestone Arena
Teddy Swims/I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour/Ascend Amphitheater
Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox/Magic & Moonlight Tour/Ryman Auditorium
Hiatus Kaiyote/North America 2025 Tour/Brooklyn Bowl
Tanner Adell/The Giddy Up, Gorgeous Tour/EXIT/IN
Jackopierce/City Winery
Arts Fishing Club/The Blue Room

August 22
Alison Krauss & Union Station/Ascend Amphitheater
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country/Ryman Auditorium
Jake Scott/Live In ’25/Brooklyn Bowl
Gyasi/Eastside Bowl
Fear/EXIT/IN
End Of The Line/City Winery
Hotline TNT/Path Of Totality/The Blue Room

August 23
Relient K/The Basement East
Psychostick/Cannery Hall
Bully/The Blue Room

August 24
Relient K/The Basement East
Clayton Johnson/EXIT/IN

August 25
Fitz And The Tantrums/Man On The Moon Tour/Ryman Auditorium
John K/Salt + Light Tour/Eastside Bowl

August 26
311/Unity Tour/The Pinnacle

August 27
L.A. Guns/The Basement East
Charles Kelley/Songs For A New Moon: One Night Only/EXIT/IN

August 28
The Supervillans/EXIT/IN
Palmer/Cannery Hall

August 29
Anderson East/Ryman Auditorium
Elvie Shane/EXIT/IN
John Nemeth/City Winery
Collin Raye/City Winery

August 30
Men I Trust/Equus Tour/The Pinnacle
The Starting Line/The Eternal Youth Tour/Brooklyn Bowl
VeryGentley & Brother Elsey/EXIT/IN
Riot/The Machine Tour/Cannery Hall

August 31
The Darkness/Dreams On Toast/Brooklyn Bowl
Jae Street/EXIT/IN
Jagged Little Pill/City Winery

Live Music Drives Increase In Nashville’s Summer Tourism

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“Let Freedom Sing!” 2025 in Downtown Nashville.

Nashville saw a strong summer tourism season marked by record-breaking attendance and visitor spending at both “Let Freedom Sing!” Music City July 4th and CMA Fest, while major concert tours filled hotel rooms across the city, according to the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp.

“We continue to see the incredible influence of live music as a driver of tourism in Nashville,” says Deana Ivey, President and CEO of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. “This summer’s record-breaking numbers reflect not only the strength of our signature events and concert calendar, but also the city’s ability to deliver an unforgettable experience for visitors. The economic activity generated by our live music offerings benefits our community.”

In a recent national YouGov survey, Nashville ranked as the No. 1 most favorably viewed large city in America. Nashville’s growing popularity led to a 3.8% increase in May hotel demand year-over-year and a 1.2% increase in June countywide. Nashville also was recently named to Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2025 for Best Cities in the U.S. at No. 13.

Nashville’s July 4 event downtown featured headliner Dierks Bentley and one of the country’s largest fireworks and drone shows. The crowd resulted in the most hotel room nights ever sold on a July 4 in Davidson County yielding 30,788 rooms sold. Estimated visitor spending generated by the downtown event was $23.8 million.

KultureCity distributed 42 sensory bags and welcomed 25 individuals to its on-site Sensory Room. Sober Space, in collaboration with Cumberland Heights, hosted over 700 guests in its alcohol-free zone throughout the day and evening. More than 2,100 pounds of prepared food were donated to Care Kitchen Outreach, providing 2,157 meals to individuals in need. Additionally, the event sold 9,600 cans of StageWater, which donates a portion of proceeds to support nonprofits that assist those in need within the entertainment industry, providing healthcare and hardship grants and supporting independent venues and promoters. The music-inspired canned water brand is led by members of Bentley’s touring crew.

In 2026, “Let Freedom Sing!” will expand to a two-day event, taking place July 3-4 in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

This year’s CMA Fest events in June produced $86 million in estimated visitor spending, up from 2024’s $77.3 million. As previously announced, approximately 95,000 people attended the event from June 5-8.

Alongside downtown music events, summer stadium tours boosted hotel demand. Metallica took the stage at Nissan Stadium for two nights in May, contributing to downtown weekend hotel occupancy of 95%. The AC/DC concert at Nissan Stadium drove significant hotel demand with occupancy reaching 93.2% on May 20 in Davidson County and 98.2% downtown. Coldplay’s July show contributed to a 92% hotel occupancy in Davidson County and a higher 98% in downtown.

Jason Aldean, Katy Perry, Tate Mcrae and many more are are expected to continue to drive tourism over the next few months as they make tour stops in Nashville.

Russell Dickerson Rises To No. 1 On MusicRow Radio Chart

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Russell Dickerson rises to No. 1 on the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart this week with his song, “Happen To Me.”

The track is off of his upcoming fourth studio album Famous Back Home, and was written by Dickerson, Chris LaCorte, Jessie Jo Dillon, Chase McGill and Robert Hazard (writer of the Cyndi Lauper hit “Girls Just Want To Have Fun”).

Dickerson kicks off Round 3 of his “Russellmania Tour 2025” on Sept. 18 with stops in Charlotte, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Kansas City, Clearwater and more through Nov. 14.

“Happen To Me” currently sits at No. 9 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and No. 9 on the Mediabase chart.

Click here to view the latest edition of the MusicRow Weekly containing the MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio Chart.

Nederlander Concerts CEO Alex Hodges To Be Inducted Into IEBA Hall of Fame

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Alex Hodges

Alex Hodges, CEO of Nederlander Concerts, will be inducted into the IEBA Hall of Fame at its 2025 Honors & Awards Ceremony on October 7 at the Grand Hyatt Nashville as part of IEBA’s 55th Annual Conference.

Throughout his decades-long career Hodges has worked as a talent agent, manager, major market promoter, venue operator and industry executive. In the 1960s while at Mercer University, Hodges joined Walden Artists and began booking talent, including a then-unrecorded Otis Redding. During this early chapter Hodges worked with R&B greats including Redding, Sam & Dave, Percy Sledge, Clarence Carter, Candi Staton  and many others.

In the 1970s he launched Paragon Agency, where the roster included rising rock acts like The Allman Brothers Band, Wet Willie and The Marshall Tucker Band and he later signed The Charlie Daniels Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Outlaws, among others. In 1980, Hodges founded the Empire Agency signing then-unrecorded future guitar legend, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and later managed Vaughan and Gregg Allman, representing SRV and Double Trouble.

In 1984, Hodges joined ICM in Los Angeles as Senior Vice President and head of the Music Department, working with major headliners such as Culture Club, Air Supply, Eddie Murphy and John Denver. In 1988, he joined Nederlander Concerts as Vice President, while continuing in personal management. His success earned him Pollstar’s Talent Buyer of the Year award in 1993.

In 1994, Hodges joined MCA/Universal Concerts as Senior Vice President, overseeing bookings for the Universal Amphitheatre and other venues across the country. Following the 1999 acquisition of Universal/MCA Concerts by House of Blues, his role expanded to Executive Vice President. After the sale of HOB, Hodges returned to Nederlander Concerts in 2007 as COO and was named CEO in 2011. Under his leadership, the company has booked marquee talent at flagship Southern California venues including the Greek Theatre, Grove of Anaheim, Pantages Theatre and Santa Barbara Bowl.

“Alex has been at the center of some of the most significant evolutions in live entertainment,” says IEBA Executive Director Brian Wagner. “From artist development to venue innovation, his impact on our industry is undeniable, and we’re thrilled to celebrate his incredible legacy.”

“I’m honored to be inducted into the IEBA Hall of Fame,” shares Hodges. “Throughout my life, a song, an album, a band, a sound have always influenced my next decision at any crossroads; and being acknowledged in this way is extremely gratifying.”

Timmy McKeever Signs With Big Loud Records

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Pictured (L-R, front row): Jason McKeever, Timmy McKeever, Seth England (Partner / CEO, Big Loud) and Jim Catino (Droptine Recordings). (L-R, back row): Patch Culbertson (EVP / GM, Big Loud), Stacy Blythe (EVP of Promotion, Big Loud Records), Brianne Deslippe (SVP of Marketing, Big Loud Records), Sara Knabe (SVP of A&R, Big Loud Records) and Austen Adams (COO, Big Loud). Photo: Brayln Kelly Smith

Timmy McKeever has inked a record deal with Big Loud Records.

McKeever began honing his artistry in his home state of California, performing at venues such as The Maverick and House of Blues Anaheim. After moving to Music City last June, he released his debut album Devils & Angels in December. Since then, he has amassed 20 million streams, and has received five million monthly impressions and 600,000 interactions on social media.

A growing performer, he has notched over 400 live shows, including opening for Cody Johnson, Ashley Cooke, Gabby Barrett, Lee Greenwood, Dylan Scott, Chris Janson and Drew Baldridge. His music has also been spotlighted on Spotify’s Next From Nashville, Fresh Finds, Fresh Finds Country, and New Music Friday Country, Amazon’s Breakthrough Country and Apple Music’s New in Country.

“I’m beyond excited to officially join the Big Loud family, I truly can’t imagine a better place to call home,” shares McKeever. “I’ve poured my heart into this new music and I can’t wait for the fans to hear it!”

His major label debut, “Hold You To It,” released today (Aug. 1). Co-penned by McKeever alongside Autumn Buysse and Jake Rose, the tune combines modern country swagger and timeless storytelling.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Timmy to Big Loud,” says Wes Donehower, Big Loud Records SVP of A&R. “His storytelling and ability to connect with fans is rare for someone so young, and we’re excited for the opportunity to showcase those gifts and help him write the next chapters in what is sure to be a long and successful career.”