Post Malone Is Latest Artist To Open Venue On Nashville’s Lower Broadway

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Post Malone. Photo: Adam DeGross

Post Malone is opening a new Nashville entertainment venue with TC Restaurant Group.

Located at 305 Broadway, the venue will be 26,000 square feet and feature six bars, three stages, a full-service dining room and a rooftop. The building is undergoing construction to remaster the spaces while preserving historical architecture and, once complete, Post’s venue will be Broadway’s largest ground floor footprint.

“We’ve created a space where everyone can come together and kick some ass. Nashville has really become a second home for me so I can’t wait to invite y’all over to my house,” says Post.

“Post Malone is one of the most influential and gravitational artists of our time, and we’re thrilled to partner with him on this exciting concept,” says Adam Hesler, President and CEO of TC Restaurant Group. “We’re honored to work with someone as dynamic as he is and create a venue that embodies his spirit and brings a new experience to Nashville’s Entertainment District. There’s only one reason we would consider expanding our artist partnerships, and that is to have the ability to partner with someone of the caliber, innovation and authenticity of Post. His talent and ability to transcend multiple genres is one of a kind, and we look forward to creating a venue that resonates with his global fan base.”

TC Restaurant Group manages and operates celebrity-branded venues such as Morgan Wallen’s This Bar & Tennessee Kitchen, Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar, Luke’s 32 Bridge, Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa and Lainey Wilson’s Bell Bottoms Up.

Malone is currently in the midst of his “Big Ass Stadium Tour,” with upcoming dates in New York, Miami, Orlando, Denver and more through July 1.

Create-it Studios Launches First-of-Its-Kind Creative Space

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Photo: Courtesy of LEGACY PR

Create-it Studios, a new space that will serve as both a professional resource and cultural hub, has officially opened its doors at 3600 Mallory Lane in Franklin, Tennessee.

Chris Rodriguez. Photo: Courtesy of LEGACY PR

The studio is designed to be a hands-on creative space where anyone can make music, film videos, record podcasts or participate in live events, all powered by pro gear and open to every skill level. The facility features six professional studios equipped for podcasting, recording, mixing, editing and more. With state-of-the-art tools and professional resources, it transforms from a full-scale production studio into am event venue to host live performances, underground showcases and creative competitions.

“I’m thrilled to launch this innovative concept from the Nashville area,” says Jon Phelps, Founder of Create-it Studios and Full Sail University. “My passion has always been to open doors and help creative dreamers turn their ideas into reality. With Create-it Studios, we’re building a space where creators in Middle Tennessee can find the inspiration and professional tools they need to bring their ideas to life.”

Kylie Jean. Photo: Courtesy of LEGACY PR

This past weekend, guests experienced a preview of the space, guided by top entertainment industry members including musician Chris Rodriguez, engineer Leslie Brathwaite, producer and SVP of Global Production Services at Warner Bros. Discovery Stephen Beres, content creator and digital storyteller Bree Green and singer-songwriter and guitarist Willy Porter.

Create-it Studios also offers workshops led by industry experts for creators looking to learn new skills. With many workshops offered free of charge and professional instruction, the workshops empower creators to turn raw ideas into polished content that gets noticed.

Leslie Brathwaite in Studio. Photo: Courtesy of LEGACY PR

Willie Porter. Photo: Courtesy of LEGACY PR

Jason Aldean Lands 30th No. 1 With ‘Whiskey Drink’

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Jason Aldean. Photo: Brian Higbee

Jason Aldean has reached another major milestone in his career this week, landing his 30th No. 1 at country radio with his latest single “Whiskey Drink.”

“Whiskey Drink” is from Aldean’s album Highway Desperado, and this latest chart-topper puts Aldean in an elite class of entertainers who have logged 30+ No. 1 hits throughout their career like George Strait, Tim McGraw, Ronnie Milsap, Merle Haggard, Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton.

“30 #1s is a huge milestone, and I couldn’t let it go by without thanking the fans, country radio, the songwriters, BMG and the best promo team in the business,” says Aldean. “I appreciate all the support we have gotten from everyone over the last 20 years. And, I don’t plan on going anywhere anytime soon; so, I’m working hard on getting this next round of music out and can’t wait to share it soon.”

A look back at Jason Aldean’s first No. 1 “Why” from 2006. (L-R): Lee Adams, Shelley Hargis, Jon Loba, JoJamie Hahr, Layna Bunt and Jason Aldean

“I always say icons come from the fringes and Jason Aldean exemplifies that without question,” says Jon Loba, President, Frontline Recordings, BMG Americas. “When many questioned his music early on, he was uncompromising and in the process, added an entirely new sound to the genre that many tried to chase, but none could replicate.  Today, he registers his 30th No. 1, while continuing to sell out arenas and amphitheaters. We at BMG look forward to him shaping the sound of country music for years to come.”

Aldean recently kicked off his “Full Throttle Tour” with sold-out dates in Ohio, Toronto, and Saratoga Springs, and is bringing his hit-packed show to CMA Fest this week in Nashville as he closes out Nissan Stadium on Thursday night,(June 5), before heading back out on the road in July.

Noah Thompson Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut

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Noah Thompson. Photo: Bubba Casella

Noah Thompson, country artist and American Idol winner, made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday (May 31), performing “Kids Like Me” and his debut single, “Upbringing.”

Thompson was asked to make his debut by Carrie Underwood when he returned to the American Idol stage last month.

Noah Thompson with his son backstage prior to Opry debut. Photo: Albie Vollero

He recently released his six-song EP, Kids Like Me, which is laced with themes of small-town struggles, grit and resilience.

Kids Like Me Track List:
1. “Kids Like Me” (Noah Thompson, Luke Preston, Blake Chaffin)
2. “American Dream” (Chris Gelbudda, Steven Lee Olson, Daniel Tashian)
3. “Demons In My Whiskey” (Noah Thompson, Kasey Tyndall, Lukas Scott)
4. “Upbringing” (Noah Thompson, Lalo Guzman, Josh Dorr)
5. “What You’re Made Of” (Noah Thompson, Scott Stepakoff, Blake Chaffin)
6. “Here Lately” (Noah Thompson, Nick Columbia, Lukas Scott)

Weekly Register: Morgan Wallen Dominates Streaming Charts

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Morgan Wallen. Photo: Spidey Smith

Morgan Wallen‘s song “What I Want” featuring Tate McRae off of his new album I’m The Problem tops the country songs chart this week. According to Luminate data, the track garnered 23 million streams.

Wallen maintains his lead on the country albums chart with I’m The Problem at No. 1 (286k). One Thing At A Time (41K) stays at No. 2 and Dangerous: The Double Album (30K) comes in at No. 3. At No. 4 is Shaboozey’s Where I’ve Been Isn’t Where I’m Going with 28K in total consumption, while Post Malone‘s F-1 Trillion takes No. 5 with 21K.

Elsewhere on the country songs chart, Wallen keeps the top four. “Just In Case” rolls in at No. 2 with 21 million streams, “I’m The Problem” stays at No. 3 with 19 million and “I Got Better” at No. 4 with 15 million. Closing out the chart is BigXThaPlug‘s “All The Way” featuring Bailey Zimmerman with 14 million.

Joe Reeves Inks With Sony Music Publishing

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Joe Reeves. Photo: Diallo

Joe Reeves has signed a global publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing.

Hailing from the UK, Reeves is an LA-based producer, songwriter and guitarist who has worked with Charlie Handsome, Post Malone, Morgan Wallen, Ed Sheeran, Juice Wrld, Don Toliver, H.E.R., Central Cee, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Machine Gun Kelly, Thomas Rhett, Dave, 6LACK, Iann Dior, Charlieonnafriday, DVSN and more.

His credits include the Billboard Hot 100 hit “Broadway Girls” by Morgan Wallen and Lil Durk, as well as “Man of the Year” by Juice Wrld. He also contributed across tracks “Losers” ft. Jelly Roll, “Goes Without Saying” ft. Brad Paisley and “Ain’t How It Ends” from Post Malone’s No. 1 album F-1 Trillion. Most recently, Reeves contributed across Morgan Wallen’s latest album I’m The Problem, with credits on songs “Where’d That Girl Go,” “What I Want (feat. Tate McRae)” and “I Got Better.”

“Since moving to the States less than a year ago, the Sony Music Publishing creative team have been incredible champions and have a shared vision for the music and projects I have had the incredible opportunity to work on in Los Angeles, Nashville and beyond,” says Reeves.

“Joe is an incredible songwriter who is constantly upping his game. He has already made a significant impact across many genres of music, and he is poised for even greater success ahead. We’re honored to be Joe’s publisher for this next chapter in his career,” adds Sony Music Publishing Manager, Creative A&R Clark Adler.

Churchill Downs To Host Inaugural Erv Woolsey Memorial Race

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Erv Woolsey. Photo Courtesy of Erv Woolsey Co

Churchill Downs is set to host the inaugural Erv Woolsey Memorial Race on June 15 presented by Aces Racing. The event will be race 8, with a post time of 4:23 p.m. ET. A portion of the proceeds will support the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. Tickets and more information are available here.

Woosley, a longtime music industry veteran and horse racing enthusiast, saw his athletes compete in the 143rd Kentucky Oaks and the 147th running of the Kentucky Derby. Aces Racing, co-founded by Jordan Markwell and Ashley Lamb in 2024 in partnership with Woolsey’s longtime trainer Mike Tomlinson, aims to carry on Woosley’s legacy, love of racing and thoroughbreds by building a brand founded in bringing people together, spreading knowledge, having fun and cultivating lasting relationships around the sport of racing.

Chief’s To Host ‘Music Row For MusiCares: A Jody Williams Songs Takeover’

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“Music Row for MusiCares: A Jody Williams Songs Takeover,” presented by the Eric Church Band and Corient, will take place at Chief’s on Broadway on July 27.

The lineup for the special evening includes Jackson Dean, who will perform along with Jody Williams Songs writers Driver Williams, Jason Nix and Jeremy Spillman, plus artists Emily Ann Roberts, Harper O’Neill, Peytan Porter and Andy Austin, along with other special surprise guests.

Members of The Church Choir, Church’s passionate fanbase, can purchase tickets tomorrow (June 4.) The public on-sale will follow on Friday, June 6 at noon CT, with ticket prices starting at $25. There will also be a limited number of pre-show VIP Meet & Greet Experience ticket upgrades available. Ticket proceeds will benefit MusiCares, a nonprofit that provides vital health and human services to members of the music community.

Since 2012, the Eric Church Band (The Eric Church Band (Jeff Cease, Lee Hendricks, Jeff Hyde, John Henry Trinko, Driver Williams, Craig Wright and Joanna Cotten) has helped raise more than $3 million through its annual ECB Golf Tournament and Auction, with proceeds benefiting MusiCares. Music Row for MusiCares is a continuation of that mission, extending the band’s legacy of philanthropy and deep connection to the songwriting community.

Music City Rodeo Wraps Three Sold-Out Nights At Bridgestone Arena

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Music City Rodeo has wrapped its inaugural weekend after three sold-out nights of performances and rodeo events.

Reba kicked off the weekend on Thursday (May 29), noting her long history with rodeo before starting her performance. She surprised the crowd with Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson for a performance of “Trailblazer.” Nashville native Jelly Roll took the stage on Friday (May 30), for his third ever Bridgestone performance. Tim McGraw closed out the weekend on Saturday by bringing the house to its feet with a set list full of many of his No. 1 hits as well as a new song, “King Rodeo.”

Inaugural Music City Rodeo event champions included Sam Petersen for bareback riding with a score of 88 points, bull riding champion Wacey Schalla with a score of 88, Rowdy Parrott for steer wrestling at 3.76 seconds, Cody Snow and Hunter Koch for team roping with 3.8 seconds, Sage Newman for saddle bronc riding with 87 points and Tuf Cooper won tie-down roping with 7.2 seconds. Music City Rodeo’s barrel racing title went to Makenzie Mayes for a 12.94 second run. Music City Rodeo’s all-around Champion was Stetson Wright.

Jelly Roll.

“What a way to bring rodeo to town,” shared Patrick Humes, Co-Founder of Music City Rodeo. “Nashville showed up and the excitement each night could be felt from the moment the doors opened and the first event started to the last song from the stage. Music City Rodeo is the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi and both the crowd and the cowboys were unparalleled kicking off this year. We had the best rodeo cowboys competing against the best stock, once in a lifetime moments with the number one bull rider in the world, Wacey Schalla, taking home Music City’s first bull riding paddle… and he got to share the victory with his sister Madison who did the rodeo’s trick riding.”

“We see this as an opportunity to create something special for families and the Nashville community while giving back. Country music and rodeo have long been communities built on giving, and Nashville is the perfect home for this,” added Music City Rodeo Co-Founder Brian Kaplan. “Thanks to the incredible support from both communities, we were able to contribute to Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt this year, and we’re ready to make it even bigger and better for next year.”

Tim McGraw.

Rodeo Hall of Fame Inductee Cody Custer, Tennessee Titan players Johnny Hekker and Morgan Cox, and Hillary Scott of Lady A all joined during the weekend to lead the Cowboy Prayer. Jenna Paulette, SGT Jeremy Bryant of the 129th Army band and singer/songwriter Kylie Frey all joined for the National Anthem. Friday’s military night also included a special visit from the 101st Division Rappel Team from the Sabalauski Air Assault School out of Fort Campbell, repelling from the top of the arena to kick off the festivities. Prior to each night’s events fans were also treated to Bridgestone Arena’s Rodeo Plaza Pre-Party, which included performances by The Woods, Timothy Wayne, and Cowboy Channel’s RodeoLIVE! Broadcast featuring several interviews with rodeo talent and McGraw.

Photo: Christopher Thompson

Lainey Wilson, Reba, Miranda Lambert.

Photo: Christopher Thompson

MusiCares Launches Wellness In Music 2025 Survey

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MusiCares is launching its Wellness In Music 2025 Survey to check in on industry members in their career journeys and help create programs that meet the real-world needs of music professionals today.

Over the past year, hurricanes across the Southeast and wildfires in Los Angeles devastated music communities, and countless industry members are still working to recover financially, mentally, and physically. The MusiCares Wellness annual check-in helps provide the data MusiCares needs to listen more deeply and respond more effectively with tailored programs to provide support.

This year, conversations around wellness in the music industry have taken on new urgency and the spotlight is finally turning toward the realities that music professionals have long navigated, ones that often remain invisible to the public such as unpredictable, gig-based income, high out-of-pocket healthcare costs, long hours on the road, and more that affect touring crews, engineers, stagehands, and every behind-the-scenes worker who keeps the music going.

In 2024, nearly 2,800 music professionals responded to the MusiCares survey providing data including:
78% earned $100,000 or less — lower than national household averages
69% couldn’t comfortably cover expenses through music work alone
53% said their income hadn’t stabilized post-pandemic
47% and 44% cited financial concerns as a direct cause of stress and anxiety, respectively
65% were not confident about the trajectory of the music industry
87% had health insurance, but only 54% had dental
78% skipped hearing screenings, despite working in high-decibel environments
70% of those 45+ missed colonoscopy screenings
62% of women 24+ missed cervical cancer screenings
60% of those under 45 skipped vision screenings
8.3% had serious thoughts of suicide — compared to 5% nationally
Of those, 15.1% made a plan and 3.5% attempted — far above national rates
36% reported using marijuana or marijuana-derived products in the past month
Among those users, 36% reported daily use

Thanks to last year’s participants, MusiCares expanded telehealth support for addiction recovery, introduced financial coaching, covered childcare costs, and increased access to preventive care services, including mammograms and cervical screenings.

Interested participants can access the 2025 survey here.