Weekly Register: Zach Bryan Returns To Top 5

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Zach Bryan. Photo: Courtesy of Shore Fire Media

Morgan Wallen continues to dominate the albums and songs charts this week, according to Luminate data. His duet with Tate McRae, “What I Want,” remains at No. 1 on the songs chart with 18 million streams this week adding to its 212 million total, while his recently-released I’m The Problem record holds its top position on the albums chart with 142K in total consumption (6K in album only and 171 million in song streams).

On the songs chart, Wallen also holds the No. 2, No. 3 and No. 5 spots with “Just In Case,” “I’m The Problem” and “I Got Better” respectively. “Just In Case” garnered 13 million this week for a total of 308 million streams. “I’m The Problem” added 13 million streams to its 392 million total. “I Got Better” earned 11 million streams adding to its 136 million total. At No. 4 is Shaboozey with “A Bar Song” garnering 11 million streams this week for an updated total of 1.4 billion streams.

Over on the albums chart, Wallen holds the No. 2 spot with One Thing At A Time earning 39K in total consumption. Dangerous: The Double Album falls at No. 3 with 28K in total consumption. Shaboozey’s Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going has maintained its No. 4 position this week with 25K in total consumption. Entering the chart this week at No. 5 is Zach Bryan’s American Heartbreak with 19K in total consumption.

Whiskey Myers Plan Northeast Acoustic Tour For December

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Whiskey Myers. Photo: Khris Poage

Whiskey Myers will embark on a special acoustic run in December, the “Whiskey Myers & Friends” tour, visiting classic theaters throughout the northeast.

The seven-date mini-tour will feature special guests Bones Owens and Rob Leines, and will visit Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Scranton, Boston and more through Dec. 13. The acoustic run will feature unique versions of songs from across the band’s discography, including the soon-to-be-released new album Whomp Whack Thunder, due out Sept. 26. Tickets go on sale this Friday (Aug. 1) via whiskeymyers.com.

Frontman Cody Cannon penned all eleven tracks on Whomp Whack Thunder solo, with stories packed with the emotional weight of lived experience and the firepower of the band’s signature sound, shaped by nearly two decades of defiant, grassroots momentum. The project crafts a sonic landscape that stretches from greasy blues-rock riffs to gospel-tinged country soul, and includes the leadoff single “Time Bomb.”

Tickets to remaining “What We Were Born To Do Tour” headlining shows and co-headlining dates of the upcoming “Live in 25 Tour” with Tedeschi Trucks Band are on sale now.

“Whiskey Myers & Friends” Acoustic Shows:
Dec. 5  ||  Philadelphia, Pa. – The Met Philadelphia
Dec. 6  ||  Brooklyn, N.Y. –  Brooklyn Paramount
Dec. 7  ||  Montclair, N.J.  – The Wellmont Theater
Dec. 9  ||  Scranton, Pa. –  Scranton Cultural Centre at the Masonic Temple
Dec. 11  ||  Wallingford, Conn. – Oakdale Theatre
Dec. 12  ||  Albany, N.Y.  –  Palace Theatre
Dec. 13  ||  Boston, Mass.  – Orpheum Theatre

SMACKSongs Elevates Sam Sarno To Senior Creative Director Of Publishing

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Sam Sarno.

SMACKSongs has elevated Sam Sarno to Senior Creative Director of Publishing.

In her new role, Sarno will continue her work with SMACK’s current roster while also focusing on signing and developing new talent. During her time with the company, she has worked alongside Lalo Guzman, Josh Dorr and Johnny Clawson as each earned their first No. 1 over the last year.

“Watching Sam go from the front desk to one of the best publishers in the music business has been a highlight of my career,” shares Lee Krabel, Sr. VP of Publishing. “This promotion is a direct result of her work ethic and dedication to the writers at SMACK. We are proud to have her as a part of the team!”

“I’m incredibly thankful to keep growing within a company that means so much to me. Lee, Robin, and Robert have believed in me from the start, and I’m so grateful for their trust and guidance,” adds Sarno. “It’s been amazing watching our writers flourish, and I’m honored to keep building something special with them and this team!”

Sam Hunt Takes His 11th Trip To The Top Of The Charts With ‘Country House’

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Sam Hunt has racked up his 11th solo No. 1 this week, topping this week’s Mediabase country chart with his single “Country House.”

Since debuting on the music scene a little over a decade ago, Hunt has also earned No. 1s for hits “Leave The Night On,” “Take Your Time,” “Make You Miss Me,” “House Party,” “Body Like A Backroad,” “Kinfolks,” “Hard To Forget,” “Breaking Up Was Easy In The 90’s,” “23” and “Outskirts.” He also landed at No. 1 for “Wishful Drinking” with Ingrid Andress.

“Country House” is featured on Hunt’s 2024 four-track EP, Locked Up. Locked Up is the followup to Hunt’s Platinum sophomore album Southside, which landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and featured 12 tracks all penned by Hunt including his No. 1s “Kinfolks,” “Breaking Up Was Easy in the 90’s,” and his three-week No. 1, Diamond-selling, Grammy-nominated smash, “Body Like A Back Road.”

Since the 2014 release of his debut album Montevallo, Hunt has accumulated over 15.9 billion global streams and has earned 54 million RIAA certified units. He’s currently on the road touring through the fall.

John Michael Montgomery To Cap Decades-Long Career With Rupp Arena Show In December

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John Michael Montgomery is returning to his home state of Kentucky for the final show of his career in “The Road Home: The Final Concert” on December 12 at Rupp Arena in Lexington.

His farewell performance will take one final ride through his storied career, and will be a family affair as Montgomery shares the stage with his brother Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry, his son Walker Montgomery, and his son-in-law Travis Denning.

“I stepped on a tour bus for the first time in 1992 and haven’t looked back since, but now it’s time to bring it all back home for my last concert and I can’t think of a better place than Rupp Arena,” says Montgomery. “I wanted to celebrate this occasion with my family, so I invited some of them to perform with me.  We are going to have a lot of fun and end this ride in a big way.”

Tickets for the show go on pre-sale tomorrow (July 30) through July 31 using the code Montgomery and general on sale begins Aug. 1 here.

Montgomery was a fixture on the charts in the 1990s with hits like “Life’s A Dance,” “I Love The Way You Love Me,” “Sold,” “Be My Baby Tonight,” “I Swear,” and many more, and charted 36 singles throughout his career, including seven that reached No. 1. He released 11 studio albums and amassed millions in sales resulting in numerous Gold and multi-Platinum certifications. Montgomery announced in 2024 that he would officially retire from touring full-time at the end of 2025 with his “The Road Home Tour,” which is culminating in the Final Concert on Dec. 12.

Warner Music Nashville Makes Team Changes

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Warner Music Nashville has made some internal changes aimed at aligning more closely with Warner Records. As part of the shift, the company is forming two new radio promotion teams to support Nashville talent in a more focused and impactful way.

“As we continue to deepen our commitment to original artists, we’re working with Warner Records and our global network to create faster, more impactful opportunities for Nashville talent,” a Warner Music Nashville spokesperson shares. “As part of this evolution, we’re forming two supercharged radio promotion teams to deliver even greater results for our artists. Today, we made the difficult decision to say goodbye to four colleagues who all leave with our deep gratitude and best wishes for their next chapters.”

MusicRow understands the impacted staff include Ray Mariner (Manager, Radio), Andrea Schollnick (Manager, Video Content), Sarah Sigro (Director, Catalog Marketing) and Caitlin Cadden (Director, Global Marketing).

The changes reflect ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration and strategy across the Warner Music ecosystem.

Kenny Chesney, Wynonna Judd & Steve Earle Join Farm Aid 40 Lineup

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Kenny Chesney, Wynonna Judd and Steve Earle have joined this year’s Farm Aid lineup. This year’s event will take place on Sept. 20 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

The group joins the previously announced lineup which includes Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young (and the Chrome Hearts), John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews (with Tim Reynolds), and Margo Price, as well as Billy Strings, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled by Turtles, Waxahatchee, Eric Burton of Black Pumas, Jesse Welles, Madeline Edwards and Wisdom Indian Dancers.

“We’re excited to have Kenny Chesney back on the Farm Aid stage this year,” says Jennifer Fahy, Co-Executive Director of Farm Aid. “He’s one of many artists who have returned to Farm Aid, generously donating their travel and performances to raise awareness about the family farmers who grow good food for all of us. Kenny’s appearance, along with the addition of music legends Wynonna Judd and Steve Earle, will make this an unforgettable anniversary event.”

Farm Aid, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, raises money to support family-owned farms. All artists donate their time to the initiative. To date, the festival has raised $85 million. Tickets are available here.

Susan G. Komen Elevates Joshua Daniel

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Joshua Daniel.

Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, has promoted Joshua Daniel to Sr. Director of Entertainment Engagement and Events.

Daniel has lead the Tennessee market for Komen for the last four years and his inaugural Band As One Nashville concert with Trisha Yearwood in March 2025 at the Ryman Auditorium sold out, raising more than $785,000. He is also a member of CMA and ACM.

Daniel will continue to oversee the Band As One concert series in Nashville as it moves to the Grand Ole Opry in 2026, and will also oversee the launch of a new show in Los Angeles, California.

April Douglas, Komen Development Director, has also been promoted and will now serve as Executive Director for Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama.

Jesse Frasure Jumps Into Top 20 On MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart

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Jesse Frasure

Jesse Frasure has climbed into the top 20 on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart. Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton’s “A Song To Sing,” Brett Young’s “Drink With You” and Tyler Hubbard’s “Park” push the songwriter into the No. 17 spot this week.

Charlie Handsome remains in the No. 1 spot for the ninth consecutive week with “Don’t We,” “Eyes Are Closed,” “I Ain’t Comin’ Back,” “I Got Better,” “I’m The Problem,” “Just In Case,” “Kick Myself,” “Kiss Her In Front Of You,” “Love Somebody,” “Miami,” “Superman,” “TN,” “What I Want” and “Where’d That Girl Go.” Morgan Wallen stays at No. 2 with “Don’t We,” “Eyes Are Closed,” “I Ain’t Comin’ Back,” “I Got Better,” “I’m The Problem,” “Just In Case,” “Kick Myself,” “Love Somebody,” “Miami,” “Superman,” “TN,” “What I Want” and “Where’d That Girl Go.”

John Byron (No. 3), Ashley Gorley (No. 4) and Chase McGill (No. 5) round out this week’s top five.

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

Click here to view the full MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart.

Activated Events Appoints Chris Crawford As General Manager

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Chris Crawford.

Chris Crawford has joined Activated Events as General Manager. Crawford will oversee the strategic execution and operations of the organization’s portfolio of festivals, which includes Boots in the Park, Coastal Country Jam, Party in the Park, Taco Fest and The Smoke Show.

“We conducted an extensive search to find the right person, and Chris stood out as someone who truly understands what we’re building,” says Steve Thacher, CEO of Activated Events. “His deep industry expertise and proven leadership make him the ideal person to help guide our next phase of growth. We’ve built an exceptional team, and Chris is the right fit to day to day operations while I continue to focus on scaling the company and expanding our portfolio of events to new markets.”

“It’s an honor to join Activated Events during this time of strong momentum and expansion,” adds Crawford. “I’m excited to help shape the next chapter of the company by building on the vision of our CEO, Steve Thacher, and working alongside a deeply talented and passionate team committed to producing extraordinary live experiences.”

Crawford most recently served as Managing Director at Sound Image, where he led business development and oversaw operations and artist relations. Prior to that, he spent a decade as Senior Director of Live Events at the Country Music Association (CMA), where he played a key role in producing CMA Fest, CMA Awards, CMA Country Christmas, and numerous other hallmark events.