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)
Tin Pan South Fast Access Passes On Sale Feb. 28
/by Lorie HollabaughTin Pan South will put its Fast Access Passes on sale at 10 a.m. CST on Feb. 28 at tinpansouth.com. The passes allow patrons to bypass the cover charge at the door and advance entrance to shows, space permitting, and they are a hot commodity with quantities limited and last year’s passes selling out in record time.
Spin Doctors Music Hosting 5th Annual Thursday Night Throwdown
/by Lorie HollabaughThe Spin Doctors Music Group is hosting its 5th annual Thursday Night Throwdown this Thursday at the Hard Rock Café. The event begins at 7 p.m. and will include an acoustic showcase featuring SDMG artists Sherrié Austin, Kala James, Luke West, Olivia Dvorak, Coty James, Cort Carpenter, and Jeremy Bowman followed by performances from Presley & Taylor, Rutledge, Christina Taylor, Austin Burke, and Iron Cowboy.
Founded in 2010 as a radio promotion company, Spin Doctors has evolved into an artist/label services group comprised of Spin Doctors Promotions, SMG Records, Next Generation Artist Management, Riverfront Promotions, Mockingbird Touring and Tour Support, and Next Generation Marketing.
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