Kim Copeland
has opened a comprehensive Artist Development branch of the organization. Owner
Kim Copeland and business partner
Susan Tucker will work to offer assistance to clients to take recording projects beyond the studio.
Services include performance coaching, vocal coaching, image coaching, social media training, business marketing, branding, and more.
“We love discovering the uniqueness in each artist and helping them showcase their talent to the world,” says Copeland. “Whatever their ambitions, we want to give them all of the tools they need to succeed.”
“I’m so excited to be working with Kim in offering these great new services,” says Tucker. “It was the logical next step for us to combine all of the knowledge and experience we have to give our clients their best opportunity for success.”
Tucker, who made the move from Houston, Texas to Nashville more than 25 years ago, began her career as a performing songwriter. She has authored two books. In addition to music publishing, she has worked in artist management and promoted live events.
Copeland first launched her career as a performer, producer, songwriter, vocal and performance coach. She has worked with artists including
Nashville Star finalist
Rachel Williams, Tim Sweeney, Chris Monaghan, McKenna Faith, and
Leather & Lace. Her music recently appeared in the movie
Frozen Ground, featuring
Nicolas Cage and
John Cusack.
The business office for Kim Copeland Productions is located at 1216 17th Ave. S. The recording facility is located at 1204 17th Ave. S., Nashville, TN 37212.
Industry Pics: Paisley's Album Listening Party, Rogers with Dan Rather
/by Troy_StephensonSeated row (L-R): Jeri Cooper, Justin Cole, Brad Paisley, Coyote Calhoun, Michael Bryan, Rob Anthony. Middle Row (L-R): Bill Simmons, Todd Nixon, Opie Joe, Charlie Cook, JJ Ryan, Jeff Wyatt, Lauren Thomas, Ali O’Connell, Ginny Rogers, Lesly Tyson, Rusty Sherrill, Jenny Shearin. Back Row (L-R): Gator Harrison, Gary Overton, Jeff Garrison, Doug Montgomery, Shane Collins, Andy Elliott, Gregg Swedberg, Dusty Panhorst, John Sigler, Kendal, Elizabeth Heller, Mike Craft, Jody Van Alin, Joel Raab
Brad Paisley hosted a Moonshine In The Trunk album listening party at his Yellow House on Thursday (Aug. 7). After a serving of songs from his Aug. 25 release accompanied by “song-appropriate shots of alcoholic beverages,” the crowd of radio VIPs, Arista Nashville promo folks and Sony Music Nashville execs posed for a group photo.
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Pictured (L-R): The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s VP of Museum Services Carolyn Tate, Museum Board Chairman Steve Turner, Dan Rather, Kenny Rogers, and Museum Executive Director Kyle Young. Photo: Rick Diamond
Kenny Rogers recently opened up to journalist Dan Rather for a feature that will air this fall on AXS’ series The Big Interview with Dan Rather. The interview is in anticipation of Rogers’ Country Music Hall of Fame exhibit Kenny Rogers: Through The Years, which will open Aug. 15.
Kim Copeland Productions Adds Artist Development Services
/by Jessica NicholsonKim Copeland
Kim Copeland Productions has opened a comprehensive Artist Development branch of the organization. Owner Kim Copeland and business partner Susan Tucker will work to offer assistance to clients to take recording projects beyond the studio.
Services include performance coaching, vocal coaching, image coaching, social media training, business marketing, branding, and more.
“We love discovering the uniqueness in each artist and helping them showcase their talent to the world,” says Copeland. “Whatever their ambitions, we want to give them all of the tools they need to succeed.”
“I’m so excited to be working with Kim in offering these great new services,” says Tucker. “It was the logical next step for us to combine all of the knowledge and experience we have to give our clients their best opportunity for success.”
Tucker, who made the move from Houston, Texas to Nashville more than 25 years ago, began her career as a performing songwriter. She has authored two books. In addition to music publishing, she has worked in artist management and promoted live events.
Copeland first launched her career as a performer, producer, songwriter, vocal and performance coach. She has worked with artists including Nashville Star finalist Rachel Williams, Tim Sweeney, Chris Monaghan, McKenna Faith, and Leather & Lace. Her music recently appeared in the movie Frozen Ground, featuring Nicolas Cage and John Cusack.
The business office for Kim Copeland Productions is located at 1216 17th Ave. S. The recording facility is located at 1204 17th Ave. S., Nashville, TN 37212.
Bryan Sets Touring Record, Plans Jam In Mexico
/by Sarah SkatesLuke Bryan at Gillette Stadium. Photo Courtesy of Gillette Stadium/ David Silverman
Luke Bryan broke another concert attendance record over the weekend, and followed that with the announcement of his Crash My Playa event in Mexico.
Bryan’s concert at Boston’s Gillette Stadium on Sunday night (Aug. 10) set the all-time record for a single day Country concert in the history of the field. Over 60,000 fans attended to watch Bryan, special guest Dierks Bentley, and openers Cole Swindell and Lee Brice.
Crash My Playa is set for January 23-27, 2015 at the all-inclusive Barceló Riviera Maya on the Yucatan Peninsula. It will include beachfront concerts by Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, and Cole Swindell, and special guests Kelleigh Bannen, Dustin Lynch, Eric Paslay, DJ Rock and Chris Stapleton. Details at www.crashmyplaya.com.
Bryan’s That’s My Kind of Night Tour continues until the end of October with additional stadium dates in Philadelphia and in Chicago. The tour will also stop in New York City again for its second sold-out show at Madison Square Garden and Bryan will be the first Country concert to play Brooklyn’s Barclay’s Center on Sept. 14. In October, Bryan will be on his annual Farm Tour.
Live Nation is the national promoter for the That’s My Kind of Night Tour, which is sponsored by Miller Lite, Texaco and Cabela’s.
Bryan’s concert at Gillette Stadium. Photo: Michael Monaco
Sea Gayle Music Inks Deal With Songwriter Phillip White
/by Jessica NicholsonPictured (L-R): Jake Gear, Mike Owens, Freeman Wizer, White, Chris DuBois and Marc Driskill
Sea Gayle Music has signed songwriter Phillip White to a publishing agreement. White, a Nashville native, earned ACM song of the Year honors for Rascal Flatts‘ “I’m Movin’ On,” and has also had songs recorded by Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, George Strait, Reba and others.
“Phillip is an exceptional songwriter and has a unique ability to connect music and life. Anyone who has had the opportunity to work with him knows how talented he is, but also how great it is to work with him. We are thrilled to have him as part of the Sea Gayle team,” Sea Gayle EVP/GM Marc Driskill says.
3 Ring Circus Music Signs Bonagura
/by Jessica NicholsonBonagura (center) is pictured with her creative team at 3 Ring Circus (L-R): Davis Dirickson, PLLC partner R. Landon Dirickson, Esq.; ASCAP Senior Creative Director LeAnn Phelan; 3 Ring Circus Music Director of A&R/Artist Management Casey LeVasseur; Franklin Publishing & Management President Darrell Franklin; Alyssa Bonagura; 3 Ring Circus Music President Jeffrey Steele; ASCAP Senior Creative Director Mike Sistad. Photo: Colin M Lewis – Stella Cadente ENT
The daughter of artists Michael Bonagura and Kathie Baillie (Baillie and the The Boys), Bonagura first recorded for a duet with Kenny Rogers at age 10, and was on tour by age 13, opening a 50+ city tour for Marty Stuart. She attended Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts in the U.K. In 2012, her song “I Make My Own Sunshine” was placed in a Lowe’s commercial. She has also recorded and performed with artists including Vince Gill, Matt Maher, Jo Dee Messina, and Steele.
Love and Theft Announce Headlining Tour Plans
/by Jessica Nicholson“We couldn’t be more excited to get out on the road for these dates,” said Love and Theft member Stephen Barker Liles. “Joel is an awesome dude, not to mention a killer artist. Having DJ DU and DJ Rod Youree will add a great element to the shows, making this a tour we will never forget and we are excited to share the experience with our fans!”
Love and Theft’s current single, “Night That You’ll Never Forget,” sits at No. 19 on the MusicRow CountryBreakout chart.
Night That You’ll Never Forget Tour Dates:
Oct. 16*–Portland, ME–Asylum
Oct. 17*–Boston, MA–Royale
Oct. 18*–Fairfield, CT–Alumni Hall at Fairfield University
Oct. 24* –Baton Rouge, LA–Louisiana State University
Oct. 30+–New York, NY–The Gramercy Theater
Oct. 31+–Rochester, NY–Water Street Music Hall
Nov. 1+–Lancaster, PA–Chameleon Club
Nov. 2+–Clifton Park, NY–Upstate Concert Hall
Nov. 6+–Davie, FL–The Round Up
Nov. 7+–Sarasota, FL–White Buffalo Saloon
Nov. 8+–Daytona Beach, FL–Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Nov. 13+ –Roostown, OH–The Dusty Armadillo
Nov. 14+--Columbus, OH–The Bluestone
Nov. 15+ –Morgantown, WV–Schmitt’s Saloon
Nov. 20+–Wilmington, NC–Ziggy’s By The Sea
Nov. 21+–Charlotte, NC–Coyote Joe’s
Nov. 22+–Kernersville, NC–Bucked Up Super Saloon
Dec. 5+–Houston, TX–Firehouse Saloon
Dec. 11+–Phoenix, AZ–Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill
Dec. 12+--Rancho Cucamonga, CA–Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill
Dec. 13+–Folsom, CA–Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar and Grill
Dec. 17+–Bemidji, MN–Sanford Center
Dec. 18+–Lincoln, NE–The Single Barrel
Dec. 19+–Denver, CO–Grizzly Rose
Dec. 20+–Ogden, UT–The Outlaw Saloon
*Special Guests are Joel Crouse and DJ Rod Youree
+Special Guests are Joel Crouse and DJ DU
Artist Updates: Rosanne Cash, Lee Ann Womack, Reba
/by Jessica NicholsonRosanne Cash
Rosanne Cash will be the recipient of Smithsonian Magazine’s 2014 Performing Arts Award during the third annual American Ingenuity awards. The event will honor 10 of the most inspired pioneers in America in visual arts, performing arts, natural sciences, physical sciences, technology, education, youth achievement, and more.
T Bone Burnett will be on hand to present the honor to Cash. The remaining winners will be revealed in the November issue of Smithsonian magazine.
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“Any time you can empower young women, show them the practical way to realize their dream… or help parents understand unconventional aspirations, I think you make the world richer,” Womack said.
To purchase a ticket to the event, visit gsmidtn.org.
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Reba
Reba McEntire, Lionel Richie, David Foster, and Larry King will join Andrea Bocelli for the international debut of Celebrity Fight Night, in Tuscany, Italy on Sept. 3-7. Joining them will be Maestro Zubin Mehta, Sophia Loren, and Muhammad Ali. McEntire will receive a special honor during the evening to commemorate her ongoing of support for charities.
The event will bring together 100 philanthropic donors and guests from around the region. Loren will be celebrated at an exclusive event at Bocelli’s villa in Forte dei Marmi, days before her 80th birthday. Foster will direct the entertainment at the private party, which will include performances from McEntire, Ronnie Dunn, Richie and Sinbad.
Stars Salute Lynyrd Skynyrd At Upcoming Concert
/by Sarah SkatesThe initial lineup includes Lynyrd Skynyrd, Trace Adkins, Alabama, Gregg Allman, Charlie Daniels, Peter Frampton, Warren Haynes, John Hiatt, Jason Isbell, Jamey Johnson, Aaron Lewis, Moe., Govt Mule, Robert Randolph, Blackberry Smoke, Cheap Trick and Donnie Van Zant. Additional performers and surprise guests will be announced in the coming weeks.
An all-star house band will be led by GRAMMY Award-winner Don Was who will serve as the music director. Keith Wortman is the creator and executive producer. Ken Levitan and Ross Schilling are executive producers.
One More For The Fans! —Celebrating The Songs & Music of Lynyrd Skynyrd will be recorded for multi-platform distribution.
“Lynyrd Skynyrd’s music has had a profound and unmistakable influence on artists and fans all over the world,” commented Don Was.
“This incredible initial lineup of artists coming together to celebrate this band and their music is a genuine reflection of that,” added Keith Wortman. “I am honored to produce a multi-media event of this magnitude.”
As part of the campaign to save the Fox Theatre from demolition, Lynyrd Skynyrd recorded their 1976 live album, One More From The Road, at the landmark theatre. The title One More For The Fans! —Celebrating The Songs & Music of Lynyrd Skynyrd, was inspired by that legendary album’s title.
Tickets go on sale to the general public August 18 at 10 a.m. at www.foxtheatre.org and by phone at (855) 285-8499. Tickets will also be available at the Fox Theatre box office. Details at www.celebrateskynyrd.com.
Industry Ink: SESAC, Downtown Music Publishing, Capitol CMG, ole
/by Jessica NicholsonDavid Shawl
SESAC has named David Shawl as Associate Director, Business Development Center (BDC). Shawl will work with the BDC’s director in overseeing daily operations of the BDC, as well as handling numerous licensing projects.
“David brings a level of excellence to our operations as he works alongside the music licensing representatives, as well as with SESAC licensees,” says Bill Lee, SESAC’s Sr. VP, Licensing. “We are excited to announce this well-earned promotion.”
A Nashville native, Shawl attended Austin Peay State University.
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Downtown Music Publishing has signed ASCAP songwriter Andy Albert to an exclusive publishing deal. Albert is a member of the ASCAP Guidance from Publishers for Songwriters (GPS) Project class of 2014. The Atlanta native was previously part of the duo Bonaventure, with Dan Smyers of Dan +Shay.
Pictured (L-R): Downtown Music Publishing’s Danny Berrios, Music Ro Management’s Rohan Kohli, ASCAP’s LeAnn Phelan, Andy Albert, Downtown Music Publishing’s Steve Markland and attorney Chip Petree.
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Pictured (L-R): Matt Ewald (CCMG), Jimi Williams (CCMG), John Thompson (CCMG), Daniel Bashta, Chris York (CCMG), Taylor Bashta, Jeff Gunkel (CCMG).
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ole recently hosted a luncheon at Nashville’s Pinewood Social on Aug. 6 as part of BMI Presents…Sync THIS!
Pictured (L-R): Andrew Petroff (ole songwriter/producer), Stacy Widelitz (Composer), John Ozier (ole, GM Nashville Creative), Jesse Lee (ole songwriter), Gilles Godard (ole, VP Business Development), Emily Mueller (ole, Creative Manager), Ben Strain (ole, Creative Director), Toddrick Spalding (Trailer Park), Kasey Truman (Chop Shop Music), Randall Foster (ole, Sr. Director, Sync & Licensing), Jim Scherer (Whizbang, Inc), Jazz Godard (Hummingbird Productions), Chris Clark (Leo Burnett), Aaron Howard (Hummingbird Productions), Guinn Rogers (Hummingbird Productions), Jeremy Ash (BMI), and Penny Everhard (BMI).
Daniels, Rucker To Be Featured in SEC Documentary
/by Troy_StephensonCharlie Daniels
Charlie Daniels, Darius Rucker, Ashley Judd, Melissa Joan Hart, and Emmitt Smith, among others, will be part of four SEC Storied documentaries that will help kick off the new SEC Network, a 24/7 sports network launching Aug. 14 and operated by ESPN. In “The Stars Are Aligned,” 14 famous figures—each representing a different college in the Southeastern Conference—spill their emotions and explain why they’ll never forget where they came from. “The Stars Are Aligned,” directed by Andy Billman will air Thursday, Aug. 14 at 9 p.m. ET on the SEC Network.
Watch for it to air on the new SEC Network on Thursday, Aug. 14 at 9 p.m. ET.
Celebrities/athletes interviewed for the film (one for each school in the SEC):
1 – Darius Rucker – South Carolina
2 – Jason Dufner – Auburn
3 – James Carville – LSU
4 – Ashley Judd – Kentucky
5 – Shepard Smith – Ole Miss
6 – Charlie Daniels – Tennessee
7 – Amy Robach – Georgia
8 – Willie Geist – Vanderbilt
9 – Melissa Joan Hart –Alabama
10 – Rick Perry – Texas A&M
11 – Ralphie May – Arkansas
12 – Emmitt Smith – Florida
13 – Carl Edwards – Missouri
14 – Jonathan Papelbon – Mississippi State