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Gaskin Fires Up The Press

Columbia newcomer Bradley Gaskin entertained a roomful of press and media mavens this afternoon (4/21) at Sony Music’s Chet Atkins Place venue. Promo VP Jimmy Rector was wearing a smile as wide as the Cheshire Cat, obviously proud to show off his imprint’s latest talent. But it was the Celebrity Apprentice, John Rich, who held […]

Artist Action: Dolly Plans Album, Tour

Plus news from Alan Jackson, Matraca Berg, Jake Owen, Margaret Durante, Kenny Rogers

Music at the Film Festival

Chely Wright documentary • Music Supervisors 101 • Music Lounge

Tomorrow Is "Girls' Night Out"

Girls’ Night Out: Superstar Women of Country – The Concert of the Year airs tomorrow night (4/22) at 9:00 PM ET on CBS. The special tribute features performances by Jason Aldean, The Band Perry, Ronnie Dunn, Sara Evans, John Fogerty, Vince Gill, the JaneDear girls, The Judds, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Jennifer […]

Inman Joins Sony Music Nashville

Sony Music Nashville has announced the addition of Ann Inman to the company as Manager, Media. She started her new role today (4/21), and is reporting to label VP, Media & Corporate Communications Allen Brown. “It is such a privilege to welcome Ann to our company,” says Brown. “Her solid business ethic, experience and charisma […]

McGhee Aligns With 1 Degree Sports Mgmt

McGhee Entertainment has aligned with Alan Bullington’s 1 Degree Sports Management, whose roster includes NBA player Rajon Rondo, PGA Tour golfer Kenny Perry and many others. The two companies are located at 21 Music Sq. W. in Nashville. Doc McGhee, CEO of McGhee Entertainment comments, “Managing any celebrity’s career, whether the client is an artist […]

Francesca Battistelli Named Dove Awards Artist of the Year

Francesca Battistelli took top honors at last night’s (4/20) GMA Dove Awards where she was named Artist of the Year. Other multi-award winners included Chris August, Jason Crabb and Point of Grace.

Tornado Destroys Malaco Records

Last week’s tornadoes in Mississippi left much of the Malaco Records complex in ruins in Jackson.

Ticketmaster To Try Dynamic Pricing

Ticketmaster will introduce dynamic ticket pricing this year, which will change the cost based on consumer demand. The company has partnered with MarketShare to develop a suite of tools to help clients adjust prices before and after the on-sale date.

Nashville Film Festival Breaks Records, Names Winners

With more films yet to be viewed today (4/20) and tomorrow (4/21), the 2011 Nashville Film Festival has already broken its previous records for attendance and number of tickets sold. The event kicked off last Thursday (4/14) and wraps tomorrow night with the Closing Night Party at Mercy Lounge.

"Paper Airplane" Glides To No. 1

Paper Airplane, the latest from Alison Krauss and Union Station, glided into the No. 1 spot on both the Country and Bluegrass album charts moving 83,000 units in its debut week [Nielsen Soundscan]. Meanwhile, the Country Strong soundtrack got a boost from the movie’s DVD/home rental release.

GMA Dove Awards Tonight In Atlanta

The GMA Dove Awards will be handed out tonight (4/20) in Atlanta, as the show moves from its longtime Nashville home for the first time. Thanks to the new location, organizers are reporting a 60% boost in ticket sales versus the same time last year. Jason Ingram is the leading nominee heading into the ceremony […]

CMT Award Nominations Coming Wednesday

CMT’s Evan Farmer will present the nominees for the 2011 CMT Music Awards live on the Today show Wed., April 27, airing at 9:00 am CST. Farmer will appear with hosts Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb. The Band Perry will also be on hand during the nomination announcements to perform “You Lie.” This is the […]

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