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Putting The "Spin" on Americana
/by Sarah SkatesThe latest issue of Spin gives a big boost to the Americana scene, including a cover story about Mumford & Sons under the heading “The New Americana Revolution.” “It’s a sign of the times,” states Jed Hilly, Executive Director of the Americana Music Association, which has been promoting the music for ten years. “It’s definitely […]
Anatomy of An Award Show-CMT Wins BossRoss Trophy
/by adminLast night’s 2011 CMT Music Awards overachieved, and succeeded. Under the watchful gaze of CMT President Brian Philips, Sr. VP Music Events John Hamlin and Sr. VP Music Strategy Jay Frank and a great team, the production delivered its message of country music FUN across a multi-tiered construct of communication channels, social networks and live […]
Fun CMA Fest Photos
/by MichelleAlan Jackson • The Dirt Drifters • Payton Rae • The Roys and Hollywood Yates
Star Songwriters To Play During Music Fest
/by Sarah SkatesThe Hard Rock Cafe Nashville will host performances by a slew of songwriters during CMA Music Festival. Kicking off tonight (6/9), the 5th Annual Songwriters Series will run through Saturday, June 11. Shows start at 10 PM. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Musicians On Call. Thursday, June 9—BMI presents Luke Laird, Natalie Hemby, […]
Bobby Karl Works The CMT Awards
/by Bobby KarlIt’s a music-business axiom that the public doesn’t remember who won or lost at awards shows, just who performed well.
I doubt that even the industry really cares about the fan-voted trophy Buckles at the CMT Awards. I, for one, mostly paid attention to who sang the best.
Steve Popovich Passes
/by Robert K OermannSteve Popovich, one of the most colorful record executives in the history of Music Row, died suddenly on Wednesday (6/8) at age 68. Often described as a “maverick,” he was the head of Mercury Records in 1986-88 and ran his own label, Cleveland International Records, from 1976 onward.
2011 CMT Music Awards Winners
/by FreemanWinners at the 2011 CMT Music Awards include Taylor Swift, Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton.
Bobby Karl Works CMA Fest: Part 1
/by Bobby KarlWith the biggest parade in its history, charity concerts, some Opry events, two international-artist showcases and a flurry of early fan-club parties, the 40th annual CMA Music Festival is off with a bang.
Matt Adams Joins Sony Music Nashville
/by FreemanSony Music Nashville has added Matt Adams, Esq. to the label group as Director, Legal & Business Affairs, effective immediately. He will report to SMN VP Legal & Business Affairs Angela R. Magill. “Matt brings us exceptional experience, insight and professionalism and I’m thrilled to have him as part of our team,” says Magill. Adams brings nearly 15 years […]
ReTune Donates $50k To MusiCares
/by adminReTune Nashville presented a $50,000 check to MusiCares Nashville Flood Relief today (6/8) at the MusiCares Nashville office. In one year, ReTune Nashville has activated 81 visual artists, received flood damaged gear from more than 25 donating musicians and companies, experienced the generosity of 18 music artists with accompanying musicians and crew, welcomed the support […]
Phil Walden Jr. In Fatal Car Accident
/by adminThe son of Capricorn Records co-founder Phil Walden, Phil Walden Jr. (48) died Tuesday evening (6/7) in Atlanta in automobile accident in a parking garage. According to a Macon newspaper. Walden was leaving an athletic club when the accident took place. An Atlanta policewoman told the publication, “It appeared the victim placed the vehicle in reverse, […]
Reid Honored By CCMA
/by adminJohnny Reid will be awarded the 2011 Canadian Country Music Humanitarian Award. The honor was created in 1989 to recognize Canadian country artists whose humanitarian contributions have positively enhanced the social fabric of Canada. Since the early days of his music career, Reid has been at the forefront of fundraising and social awareness events for […]
Black River Adds Lubitz To Promotion Staff
/by FreemanBlack River Entertainment has announced the addition of Bill Lubitz to its staff as Director of Promotion, West Coast. Lubitz will continue to be based in Las Vegas. Previously West Coast Promotion Manager with Quarterback Records, Lubitz has an extensive background in radio where he spent nine years with KWNR/Las Vegas. He was also part […]