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LB Cantrell2026-09-05 10:58:252026-09-05 10:58:25BREAKING: Lainey Wilson Returns To Host The 60th Annual CMA Awards
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John Nix Arledge2026-09-04 09:42:382026-09-04 14:14:23Stella Lefty Notches Her First No. 1 On MusicRow Radio Chart
Guest Editorial: Hazel Smith Salutes Renee Bell
/by contributorI am humbly proud that I introduced Joe Galante to Renee Bell. They became the most successful A&R team in Nashville. Renee was the first and only female Executive Vice President of A&R—thanks to Galante, who always gave women their due. She was employed at the label, originally RCA, now Sony, in excess of 15 […]
Social Media Success Sends CJaye LeRose To Nashville
/by admin“Social networking” has become one of those overused marketing phrases—discussed continuously, but rarely implemented. That makes it all the more contagious when an indie artist without the benefit of any marketing machine to do the heavy lifting, attracts attention in the form of fans, followers and views and ends up with more links than a […]
"Idol" Adds Online Voting Via Facebook
/by Sarah SkatesWhen the polls open for the current season of Fox’s “American Idol” on March 1, fans will be able to vote online for the first time.
[Updated] UMGN Media Dept. Transitions—Williams, Stuve Exit
/by Sarah Skates[Updated 2/24, 4:15PM] Amber Williams has also exited the UMG Nashville media team.
Arista Promo Team Aligns Under Tyson, Sigler; Hires Dokke
/by Sarah SkatesArista Nashville is announcing a reworked promotion team in time for next week’s Country Radio Seminar.
Artist Roundup
/by adminBriggs Appears As Nashville Cat • Josh Kelley Co-Writes Sitcom Theme Song • Jamey Johnson Gets Gold Record
Awards Dates: BMI Christian, Leadership Music
/by Sarah Skates>>The BMI Christian Music Awards will be presented Monday, April 4 at the performing rights organization’s Music Row offices. The annual invitation-only event will salute the songwriters and publishers of the past year’s most performed Christian and gospel songs on U.S. Christian radio. Hosted by Jody Williams, Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations, along with Dir., Writer/Publisher […]
Rodney Atkins Teams With Tractor Co.
/by Sarah SkatesRodney Atkins, hot on the tails of his recent hit “Farmer’s Daughter,” has secured a partnership with Massey Ferguson tractors. In 2011, Massey Ferguson will be the “official tractor” of Rodney Atkins. Throughout the year, the singer will be involved in activities ranging from national advertising to dealer tie-ins, social media campaigns, contests and national […]
Industry n' Artists Ink 2/24/11
/by adminKobalt Ups Alperin • Bellamy Brothers “Hold It Against…” Britney • SESAC Signs Mark Carson
Fab Photos Wednesday
/by Sarah SkatesJessie Schmidt on CMA Board, Rivers Rutherford at Belmont, Brad Paisley At Daytona
Artist Action: Rascal Flatts Get Bieber Fever
/by Sarah SkatesNews from Eric Church, Tim McGraw, Gloriana, Keith Urban, Kellie Pickler, Jerrod Niemann, Blake Shelton, Toby Keith and Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman.
Sales: Thank You Edition
/by adminYes, this week’s SoundScan report was heavily influenced by the Grammy telecast (2/13) and the holiday of hearts. Country album sales climbed 10% over the previous week, all-genre sales jumped 12%. But it can all be summed up in three words, “Need You Now.”
Two-Screen Viewing Enhances TV Experience
/by Sarah SkatesHow many nights a week do you sit in front of the TV with a mobile device in your hand or a notebook computer in your lap? Well, marketers are on to you—and they’ve named it “two-screen viewing.” A new study by Deloitte’s media and entertainment group shows that three-quarters of television viewers are also […]