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NSAI Ready For “Spring Training”
/by contributorThe Nashville Songwriters Association International’s (NSAI) will present its largest and longest-running event, Spring Training, Thursday, April 1 and Friday, April 2. NSAI promises “a high-energy event that includes exclusive performances by the biggest names in the music industry, vital information on how to launch your career from the hitmakers and an opportunity to pitch […]
Facebook For Musicians—Artist Primer
/by contributorby Jon Walker Like it or not, the world wide web has become a cornerstone of ‘who you know’ in the 21st century. Facebook has become extremely popular over the past four years and a must-have in every marketing mix. It can connect a willing public with a brand, or a band or artist they love. Facebook […]
Musicstartshere.org Starts Here
/by contributorMusicstartshere.org, touted as “Nashville’s community, city and industry sponsored initiative designed to help artists, songwriters, musicians, technicians and industry professionals simplify and streamline the craft and business of making music,” celebrated its launch on Tuesday (3/2) at the Red Rooster near Music Row. Over 250 music industry folks gathered to celebrate the launch of the […]
Who’s That Girl?
/by contributorCountry music fans checking out the cover of the latest issue of Elle will have no trouble recognizing country superstar/cover girl Taylor Swift. However, the artistically rendered photo shoot inside the magazine may leave those same fans scratching their heads. As famous and ubiquitous a face as she is these days, her newly straightened hair […]
Cowboy Jack’s Digital Milestone
/by contributorNashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member “Cowboy” Jack Clement celebrated yet another milestone on February 26 when Apple’s iTunes store announced their 10 billionth download: “Guess Things Happen That Way,” a song penned by Clement and sung by Johnny Cash. When Cash’s hit was released in 1957, Clement was working at Sun Records, launching a […]
Juno Noms Spotlight Country
/by contributorCountry music made a proud showing yesterday (5/4) as the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced the nominees for the 2010 Juno Awards. Among the nominees were soul/country crooner Johnny Reid (Fan Choice Award, Artist of the Year and Country Album of the Year for Dance With Me); Taylor Swift (International Album […]
Penuell To PD at WSM-FM
/by contributorCumulus Nashville has announced the promotion of Russell Penuell (Russell P.) to Program Director of WSM-FM, effective immediately. Penuell replaces Charley Connolly, who departs the company to pursue other opportunities. Penuell began his career in radio at the age of 13 and by the age of 21, became one of the youngest Program Directors in the […]
CMA Board Brings Country Music History to Washington
/by contributorThe Library of Congress and the Country Music Association (CMA) today announced Story Tellers and Story Keepers: Creating and Preserving Country Music, a day-long program for the CMA Board of Directors at the nation’s library, including a comprehensive tour of the historic Jefferson Building, an extensive orientation to the Library’s music, sound recording, and folk […]
Hall of Fame Offers “Sunday In the Country”
/by contributorThe Country Music Hall of Fame is partnering with New Haven Records to release Sunday in the Country: 12 Inspiring Hits From Today’s Top Country Artists. Set for a March launch at Christian retail through Provident-Integrity Distribution, the CD will be released to mainstream outlets through Sony Distribution. Artists featured on the project include Trace Adkins, Alabama, Diamond Rio, […]
Shiny Globe shows New Imprint Imminent
/by adminMusicRow’s notorious crystal ball is showing that a major Nashville label is planning to create a second imprint, and may announce the new venture as early as next week. Over recent years we have seen second imprints arrive and depart. In fact, companies such as Sony Music Nashville, UMGN, WMG, Big Machine and Broken Bow […]
Gokey Returns to “Idol” Tonight
/by contributorWith his debut album, My Best Days, released yesterday (4/3), 19 Recordings/RCA Nashville artist Danny Gokey will return to the American Idol stage tonight (3/4) for a performance of his debut single, “My Best Days Are Ahead of Me.” Yesterday, Gokey celebrated his album release in and around Atlanta, GA, with a day of TV […]
CMA Fest Adds Performers
/by contributorThe Country Music Association has announced the latest additions to the artist lineup for the upcoming 2010 CMA Music Festival, which will be held Thursday through Sunday, June 10-13 in Nashville. Newly added artists include Alan Jackson, Billy Currington, Kellie Pickler and superstar Tim McGraw, who will make his first appearance at the Festival since […]
Flatts Cameos, Faith Rocks and Martin Tours
/by contributorTonight’s the night. ACM Vocal Group of the Year nominees Rascal Flatts will make their guest cameo appearance on the CBS television drama, CSI: Crime Scene. The show airs tonight (3/4) at 8:00 p.m. CT on CBS. In other small screen news, Faith Hill will show off her rock vocal chops with a performance at […]