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Weekly Chart Report (9/23/11)

Texas makes a strong showing on this week’s CountryBreakout Chart.

CountryBreakout No. 1 Song

Words you’ll never hear an artist say: “Aw man, do I have to be No. 1 again?”

Charlie Cook On Air

I attended the National Association of Broadcasters meeting in Chicago this month and a lot of the meeting was really good. There were great panels, great food, and good networking. But some of it was upsetting.

Photos: Capitol Street Party, ACL, Gloriana, BJE Conference

Photos from Capitol Street Party, Austin City Limits Festival, Belmont’s Best Job Ever Conference and Gloriana

NBN SoundLand: Day 1

SoundLand, presented by Next Big Nashville kicked off last night (9/21) with an opening VIP reception at TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall. Complimentary beverages were provided by Starr Hill brewery and Firefly Skinny Vodka.

Industry Ink (9/22)

News from Catt Gravitt, Kenny Vaughn, Tiffany Bearden, Melissa Schleicher, Sue Fabisch and Ilene Angel

Highest Paid Country Stars

See who ranked this year, and comparisons to last year.

Darren Warren Working Debut EP

Darren Warren’s debut EP Cowboy Up And Party Down was released last month and the title track single is Top 40.

Jake Owen’s “Barefoot” Goes Platinum

RCA recording artist Jake Owen celebrated multiple achievements this week.

Artists Give Back With Benefit Concerts And More

The Judds for Franklin Theater • Jimmy Wayne saves the music • Stars at America’s Greatest Picnic • 30 Days of Hope • Martina Fans Making Strides • Holiday Notes From Home

Photography Book Follows Jamey Johnson’s Journey

Friends and industry mentors provide insight into the songwriter and artist.

Grammy Museum, Opry To Honor Randy Travis

Randy Travis is celebrating 25 years in country music tonight at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles, and next month at the Grand Ole Opry.

IEBA Reveals Award Noms, Adds Showcases

IEBA’s showcase line-up and educational panels are growing with three newly announced additions to the schedule. The annual industry conference runs Oct. 2 – Oct. 4 in Nashville, TN.

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