Pictured (L-R): the late Brett James, Bobby Bones, Kelly Archer and Matt Jenkins
Following its debut as a live broadcast in movie theaters, the songwriter show Music Night is now expanding into streaming, with Episode 1 now available across major platforms including Apple, Amazon and YouTube.
Additional platforms including Tubi, Xumo and others will roll out soon, bringing the one-of-a-kind music experience to audiences across the country and around the world. Originally making history as the first-ever songwriter round broadcast live to more than 400 movie theaters nationwide, Music Night captures the raw, unfiltered magic of Nashville’s most treasured musical tradition and now makes it accessible to a global audience. Episode 1 now holds added significance as the final recorded performance from Brett James, capturing the songwriter doing what he loved most, sharing songs and stories in their purest form, before his untimely passing.
Hosted by award-winning radio and TV personality Bobby Bones, Episode 1 also features Kelly Archer and Matt Jenkins. Collectively, Archer, James and Jenkins have penned more than 40 No. 1s recorded by Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Kelly Clarkson, Kenny Chesney, Faith Hill and more. The episode offers an intimate, stripped-down experience, blending live performances with the personal stories behind some of country’s most iconic songs, including “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” “Setting the World on Fire,” “Cop Car” and “Sleep Without You.”
Created and produced by Executive Producer Dean Sell, Music Night marks the first release from Nashville Music Network, a new platform designed to connect the people and places of Music City with music lovers around the world. Episode 2 is slated to go live this fall.
“This was always meant to be bigger than one night,” says Sell. “Bringing Music Night to streaming allows us to continue giving songwriters the platform they deserve to share their stories and songs with an even wider audience, while building something designed to be an ongoing series.”
T.J. Martell Foundation To Honor Martina & John McBride
/by Lauryn SinkMartina & John McBride. Photo: Becky Fluke
The T.J. Martell Foundation will honor Martina and John McBride with the Billy Ray Hearn Award of Excellence during the annual Nashville’s Best Cellars Dinner. The award honors industry leaders who exemplify outstanding professional achievement, extraordinary philanthropic contributions and an unwavering commitment to Music’s Cure for Cancer.
The event is set for April 14 at The Bell Tower in Nashville. Proceeds from the event will benefit the T.J. Martell Foundation’s cancer research initiatives. Secure Air is the event’s presenting sponsor. Tickets and tables are available here.
Presented by Troy and Nicole Vollhoffer and Premier Global Production, this year’s gourmet four-course dinner will be crafted by Executive Chef Freddy Money of Atlas in Atlanta. The event will be hosted by Mike Harris, President and CEO Music Corporation of America (MCA), and John Esposito, Co-Founder of HEY NOW Records and former Chairman/CEO of Warner Music Nashville. The Dinner Committee includes Tom Black, Stacy Blythe, Charlie Brusco, Dave Cobb, Derek C. Crownover, Seth England, John Esposito, Steve Gawley, Clint Higham, Eliza Kraft-Olander, Jon Loba, Jordan Pettit, Patrick Sabatini, and John and Natalia Sanzo.
Keith Urban To Return To Fontainebleau Las Vegas In October
/by Lorie HollabaughKeith Urban.
Keith Urban is returning to the Fontainebleau Las Vegas for two performances at BleauLive Theater Oct. 16-17.
Members of Keith Urban’s official fan club will have access to a pre-sale beginning tomorrow (April 7), with additional pre-sales running throughout the week. General on sale will begin April 10. Ticket information can be found here.
Across his career, Urban has amassed over 11 billion streams, four Grammy Awards, 13 CMA Awards—including two nods for Entertainer of the Year—15 ACM Awards—including the prestigious Triple Crown for winner Best New Artist, Male Vocalist and Entertainer of the Year—three AMAs and two People’s Choice Awards. He has celebrated nine consecutive Gold, Platinum or multi-Platinum albums and holds a record setting streak of 37 consecutive top 10 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Chris Tomlin Sells Out Bridgestone Arena For 10th Annual ‘Good Friday Nashville’
/by Lauryn SinkChris Tomlin and Jordan Davis. Photo: Scott Parker
Chris Tomlin sold-out Bridgestone Arena again on Friday night (April 3) for the milestone 10th Anniversary of Good Friday Nashville.
This year’s surprise guests included Jordan Davis, Michael W. Smith, Brooke Ligertwood, David Nasser and the Choir Room.
“There’s something about Good Friday… remembering the Cross, the incredible love, mercy, grace and forgiveness of Jesus. When we come together to remember… how could we not worship?” says Tomlin. “Thank you to all who have been a part of Good Friday Nashville… this year and the last 10 years! All the surprise guests, everyone listening in on radio, the team, Bridgestone Arena, and all the people who have joined in person!”
The event, which began in 2017, continues its reign as the longest-running annual charity-related concert at Bridgestone Arena. Tickets for Good Friday Nashville 2027 are available now, with over 75% of tickets already sold.
“Spending this night together each year, all streams of the church, is one of my greatest privileges,” Tomlin adds. “For 10 years now, it has become a tradition for so many people, so many families… including my own. I am excited for Year 11!”
Pictured (L-R): Casey Moore, Matthew Gilder, Brooke Ligertwood, Chris Tomlin, Michael W. Smith, Golnosh Khorasani, Dwan Hill, Jorge Mhondera, Timmy Jones, Matthew Melton and Daniel Carson. Photo: Jeremy Poland
Chris and Lauren Tomlin. Photo: Scott Parker
Photo: Scott Parker
Luke Combs Climbs To No. 1 On MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart
/by Madison HahnenPhoto: Robby Klein
Luke Combs has secured the top spot on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart. 11 tracks off his new album The Way I Am are represented this week, including “15 Minutes,” “Alcohol Of Fame,” “Days Like These,” “Daytona 499,” “I Ain’t No Cowboy,” “Miss You Here,” “My Kinda Saturday Night,” “Rethink Some Things,” “Sleepless In A Hotel Room,” “Soon As I Get Home” and “Wish Upon A Whiskey.”
Randy Montana stays at No. 2 with “Change My Mind,” “Make A Liar,” “My Kinda Saturday Night,” “Sleepless In A Hotel Room” and “Time’s Ticking.” Blake Pendergrass sits at No. 3 with “20 Cigarettes,” “Ain’t A Bad Life,” “Brunette,” “Don’t We,” “I Got Better” and “Wish You Well.”
Ty Myers (No. 4) and Ella Langley (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.
MusiCares Opens Annual Wellness In Music Survey
/by Madison HahnenMusiCares has opened the 2026 Wellness In Music Survey.
Since its inception in 2020, the annual survey has served as a year-over-year check in regarding the health, financial stability and overall well-being of music professionals across the country. Last year, over 3,200 music professionals participated in the survey, more than any other year.
Using the results of the survey, MusiCares has provided over $135 million in assistance to music professionals. In 2025, the organization donated $17 million in support, through year-round services and disaster relief efforts. Support has gone to mental health care, addiction recovery services, emergency financial assistance, resources for touring professionals and more. It also provided critical relief for music professionals impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires and broader economic instability, helping cover immediate needs, rebuild stability and access essential care during times of crisis.
The survey is open now through April 17, and is open to music professionals across all roles and genres, available in English and Spanish, and is submitted completely anonymous.
To access the survey in English, click here.
To access the survey in Spanish, click here.
Justin Moore Notches 14th Career Chart-Topper
/by Lauryn SinkJustin Moore. Photo: Courtesy of Blue Highway Records
Justin Moore has notched his 14th career No. 1 with “Time’s Ticking,” marking the first No. 1 for Blue Highway Records. The track has topped the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart and Billboard Country Airplay chart.
From his latest album, This Is My Dirt, “Time’s Ticking” was written by Moore alongside celebrated songwriters Will Bundy, Randy Montana and Jeremy Stover, and marks Moore’s second No. 1 song off the 2024 record.
“It’s beyond exciting, and humbling, to celebrate our 14th No. 1 with ‘Time’s Ticking,'” shares Moore. “I was proud of the song when we wrote it. I’m thrilled to see it resonate with so many people out there to this extent. Thank you to my entire team, fans, and country radio for continuing the support of our music. We are excited for what’s next with new music and being out doing a tour with my buddy Riley Green. Cheers, and here’s to number 15!”
Last month, Moore released a collection of his chart-topping hits and fan favorites with his Greatest Hits… Moore To Come album. He will hit the road later this month on the “Cowboy As It Gets Tour” with Riley Green.
Darius Rucker’s ‘Riverfront Revival’ Charleston Music Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup
/by Lorie HollabaughDarius Rucker‘s Riverfront Revival is returning to North Charleston’s Riverfront Park on Oct. 9-10 with a lineup that includes Old Dominion, Nelly, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and many more.
This year’s lineup will also feature Gavin Adcock, BigXthaPlug, Charles Wesley Godwin, Chase Matthew, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Austin Williams, Atlus, Dani Rucker, Gullah Collective, Karley Scott Collins, Saluda Shoals, Mel Washington, Whiskey Run and AC Scar, highlighting a mix of established names and rising talent.
“Riverfront Revival has always been about bringing great music and great people together in a place that means everything to me,” reflects Rucker. “Getting to build this in Charleston year after year has been incredible, and this lineup shows how much it’s grown while still staying true to what the festival is all about.”
Pre-sales are now open, and festival-goers can sign up here to receive a pre-sale passcode. General on sale begins April 8 via RiverfrontRevival.
Riverfront Revival continues to support the Charleston community through philanthropic efforts, and a portion of proceeds from each ticket sold benefits the Carolyn G. Rucker Nursing Scholarship at the Medical University of South Carolina and Rock ‘N Roll Rescue, which delivers equitable access to music education locally.
Fort Campbell To Host America250 Celebration Featuring The Legend Of Charlie Daniels Tribute
/by Lorie HollabaughCharlie Daniels
Fort Campbell will host an Independence Day celebration on the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Parade Field in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. featuring The Legend of Charlie Daniels Tribute Concert, including a state-of-the art Charlie Daniels hologram.
The free event will also include performances by Aaron Tippin, Eric Lee Beddingfield and the 101st Airborne Division Band, and will bring together service members, families, veterans and civilians to honor 250 years of American freedom. Fort Campbell has been selected as an official America250 Block Party Partner Site, placing it at the center of what is expected to be the largest synchronized Fourth of July celebration in United States history.
As part of this unprecedented nationwide moment, more than 350 million Americans will be united through live celebrations and a shared national broadcast experience, with audiences also able to tune in via the iHeartRadio app from neighborhood gatherings across the country. This designation positions Fort Campbell as a premier destination in a historic, coast-to-coast celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday.
July 4, 2026 marks 250 years since the founding of the United States, a milestone few generations will witness. Headlining the evening, The Legend of Charlie Daniels tribute concert will bring Daniels’ legacy and legendary stage performances back to the stage with a live band for the first time since his passing in 2020.
Festivities begin July 1 with a carnival and brand activations continuing throughout the week, leading into the July 4 celebration.
Maverick Nashville Elevates Three
/by Lauryn SinkTori MacDonald-Nash, Ashley Negrillo & Grace Foster. Photo: Courtesy of Maverick Nashville
Maverick Nashville has elevated three staff members including Tori MacDonald-Nash, Ashley Negrillo and Grace Foster.
After 13 years at Maverick, MacDonald-Nash rises to Director of Artist Projects. In her new role, she continues to lead logistics on projects for Jason Aldean, Darius Rucker, and Hootie & the Blowfish. A Belmont University graduate, she spearheaded the planning and execution of major concert events and philanthropic initiatives, including Rucker’s annual St. Jude benefit concerts and the recent CRS surprise party honoring Aldean’s 31 No. 1 hits.
Negrillo rises to Senior Creative Director. Since joining the company in 2021 as TourDesign Creative, the Pepperdine University graduate has worked with various clients at the company. Most recently, Negrillo played a key role in the visuals behind Aldean’s upcoming Songs About Us album including album packaging and the fireside acoustic performance videos.
Foster now steps into the newly-created role of Manager, Marketing Strategy and Fan Engagement. Since joining Maverick in 2022 after graduating from Belmont University, the Chicago native leads the company’s e-commerce and fan engagement initiatives.
Led by industry veterans Clarence Spalding and Chris Parr, Maverick Nashville represents Brooks & Dunn, Jason Aldean, Darius Rucker, Rascal Flatts, Terri Clark, Hootie & the Blowfish, Lauren Alaina, Shane Profitt, Jenna LaMaster and Howl Owl Howl.
‘Music Night’ Episode 1, Featuring Brett James, Now Streaming Worldwide
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R): the late Brett James, Bobby Bones, Kelly Archer and Matt Jenkins
Following its debut as a live broadcast in movie theaters, the songwriter show Music Night is now expanding into streaming, with Episode 1 now available across major platforms including Apple, Amazon and YouTube.
Additional platforms including Tubi, Xumo and others will roll out soon, bringing the one-of-a-kind music experience to audiences across the country and around the world. Originally making history as the first-ever songwriter round broadcast live to more than 400 movie theaters nationwide, Music Night captures the raw, unfiltered magic of Nashville’s most treasured musical tradition and now makes it accessible to a global audience. Episode 1 now holds added significance as the final recorded performance from Brett James, capturing the songwriter doing what he loved most, sharing songs and stories in their purest form, before his untimely passing.
Hosted by award-winning radio and TV personality Bobby Bones, Episode 1 also features Kelly Archer and Matt Jenkins. Collectively, Archer, James and Jenkins have penned more than 40 No. 1s recorded by Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Kelly Clarkson, Kenny Chesney, Faith Hill and more. The episode offers an intimate, stripped-down experience, blending live performances with the personal stories behind some of country’s most iconic songs, including “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” “Setting the World on Fire,” “Cop Car” and “Sleep Without You.”
Created and produced by Executive Producer Dean Sell, Music Night marks the first release from Nashville Music Network, a new platform designed to connect the people and places of Music City with music lovers around the world. Episode 2 is slated to go live this fall.
“This was always meant to be bigger than one night,” says Sell. “Bringing Music Night to streaming allows us to continue giving songwriters the platform they deserve to share their stories and songs with an even wider audience, while building something designed to be an ongoing series.”