Stroudavarious Records artist Darryl Worley’s annual Hitmakers & Harley’s concert series raised over $120,000 to support The Darryl Worley Foundation this year. Each event included a live auction and audiences were treated to star-studded performances by Nashville’s songwriters Walt Aldridge, Jim “Moose” Brown, Phil O’Donnell, Wynn Varble, and Steve Wariner.
“Every penny raised will go straight to the cause, whether it’s helping people in need, our new cancer treatment center or donating to national charities,” says Worley. “I’m always astonished at the continued generosity of people, especially in these tough economic times.”
Worley is currently readying his annual Tennessee River Run Festival, a four-day festival that takes place September 16-18 in West Tennessee.
The Darryl Worley Foundation was created in 2002 and supports various charities throughout his hometown community. Over the past eight years, the foundation has provided assistance to dozens of statewide beneficiaries including hospitals, schools and the new Darryl Worley Cancer Treatment Center, which will open in early 2011.
In addition to touring this summer, Worley will release God & Country, a new six-pack (EP) scheduled for release in September on Stroudavarious Records. The project’s first single is “Keep The Change,” which is presently climbing the country music charts. For more information visit www.darrylworley.com.
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SIRIUS XM Radio has named John Marks Senior Director, Country Music Programming. He will be responsible for overseeing the company’s five commercial-free country music channels, plus Elvis Radio, The Village, Bluegrass Junction and two Christian music channels. Marks was previously the Program Director for KSON/San Diego, Calif. He will report to Steve Blatter, Sr. VP and General Manager, Music Programming, when he begins work at the company’s Nashville studios on August 2.
“We are thrilled to welcome John to the SIRIUS XM team,” said Blatter. “His years of leadership, programming creativity and passion for country music will further enhance the listening experience for our millions of subscribers across our national platform.”
“I’m eager to work on a more broad spectrum of country music through the many channels available on SIRIUS XM,” said Marks. “I’m also looking forward to representing the SIRIUS XM brands of country music to the Nashville music community.”
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Pictured L to R: Cliff Audretch III, SDU Sr. Director A&R/Staff Producer; Mark Collie; Mark Wright, SDU President; JT Hodges; and Don Cook
Show Dog – Universal Music announced today (7/6) the signing of JT Hodges. The Ft. Worth, Texas native is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist who hails from a musical family—his father opened the town’s first recording studio and his mother was signed to MCA in the ’80s. Hodges is represented by TKO Artist Management and is currently recording his debut album with Show Dog–Universal Music Pres. Mark Wright, Don Cook and Mark Collie.
“JT is a perfect example of an artist who has great musical bones,” said Wright. “His instincts could only be this natural by being raised in a family of serious musicians. He can knock you out with just his guitar and his voice. We are thankful he decided to come to SDU Music.”
“What I love most about this label is they truly believe in their artists and the music they make,” added Hodges. “I really couldn’t have found a better home. I’m very excited about this opportunity.”
“The first time I heard and saw JT perform was when I made up my mind I wanted to work with him,” commented TK Kimbrell, TKO Artist Management. “It’s rare that one person can write, sing, play and perform at JT’s level. He will appeal to a lot of people.”
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Magic Mustang Music has signed an exclusive worldwide administration deal with Big Loud Bucks Administration & Information. Under this new partnership, Big Loud Bucks will also be responsible for the administration of master recordings on behalf of Broken Bow Records and Stoney Creek Records.
The current roster at Magic Mustang consists of Jason Aldean, Rob Hatch, John Edwards, Westin Davis, Garrett Parris, Angie Broberg, Ash Bowers, Blake Wise, Sherrie Austin and Thompson Square.
(L-R): Craig Wiseman, Owner, Big Loud Bucks/Big Loud Shirt; Heather Buresh, Dir. of Publishing Administration, Big Loud Bucks; Jill Napier, Exec. VP, Big Loud Bucks; Juli Newton Griffith, Creative Director, Magic Mustang Music; and Benny Brown, CEO/President, Broken Bow Records.
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Brooks Quigley joins Nine North Records as Director of Promotion, SE/SW… Lou Ramirez goes to Warner Music Nashville as Southeast Regional Promotion Manager…Stoney Creek hires Stacy Rogers as Manager Regional Promotion, West Coast.
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Brooks Quigley, a promotion and radio veteran who was most recently at Warner Music, has joined Nine North Records effective today (7/6). He will be serving as Director of Promotion, SE/SW, announced NNR President Larry Pareigis.
“I’ve been watching with great interest the new business model that is emerging in Nashville and am thrilled to join Nine North Records. Having known and admired Larry Pareigis and (NNR VP/Promotion & Marketing) Tom Moran for a long time, I am very excited about the chance to work with them and the rest of the team,” Quigley says.
“When a person with the skills of Brooks Quigley comes along, you leap immediately. We’re on the verge of some remarkable breakthroughs but you can’t get there without the right people and the right music. The music is there and Brooks is the perfect addition at the perfect time. He will help us maximize exposure for the Nine North roster in the Southeast and his corner of the Southwest,” explains Pareigis.
In addition to Warner, Quigley has also worked in a promotion capacity with Curb, Polydor and Asylum. Prior to that he spent many years in radio in markets including Nashville, Memphis and Atlanta.
He will continue to be based in Nashville and can be reached at brooks@ninenorthmail.com or 615-210-7682.
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Lou Ramirez will join the Warner Music Nashville promotion team as Southeast Regional Promotion Manager starting today, July 6. Ramirez will report directly to VP of Promotion Bob Reeves. Ramirez can be reached at (615) 214-1560 or Lou.Ramirez@wmg.com.
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Stoney Creek Records General Manager of Operations April Rider announced today the addition of Stacy Rogers as Manager Regional Promotion, West Coast. Rogers, who previously worked the same region for RCA, Midas and Golden Music, will report directly to Rider, effective immediately.
“Stacy has a proven track record of success in her region and I am thrilled to add her to the great staff at Stoney Creek Records,” says Rider. “She will be a huge asset to our team and we are excited for her to get started.”
“I have always heard great things from radio about Benny Brown, April Rider and the staff at Stoney Creek Records. The chance to be on this team is a career high for me,” explains Rogers. “I have a huge respect for them and on top of that, the music is phenomenal!”
Rogers can be reached at stacy@stoneycreekrecords.com and or at 208-731-8104.
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Kenny Chesney spent the July 4th holiday weekend playing a two-night stand at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s The Joint in Las Vegas. It marked his second trip to the venue this summer. He offered up old favorites, obscure fan requests, a few covers and broadcast the first show on his online station, No Shoes Radio.
Chesney’s camp reports that the superstar has wrapped recording for his Sept. 28 studio release Hemingway’s Whiskey. The first song from the album is coming Monday, July 12.
His upcoming documentary about high school football, The Boys of Fall, is also in its final stages.
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A movie coming this October delves into the dirty laundry of Facebook founders Mark Zuckerberg and company. The Social Network from director David Fincher (Fight Club) is being described as dark, which seems to fit with the latest announcement that NIN’s Trent Reznor will be scoring the soundtrack.
Jesse Eisenberg stars as Zuckerberg, and Justin Timberlake plays Napster founder Sean Parker.
Aaron Sorkin wrote the screenplay from Ben Mezrich’s 2009 book The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding Of Facebook, A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius, and Betrayal.Kevin Spacey is on board as a producer.
The film is distributed by Columbia Pictures and is set for an October 1, 2010 release.
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A series of free Saturday afternoon concerts starts this weekend (7/10) in Centennial Park with Damien Horne, Mindy Smith and more. The Musicians Corner will offer live music from 3-6 PM on a stage at the southwest corner of the park (near West End and 27th Ave. N., and McDonald’s).
The series will continue through October 16, offering a mix of local and national talent, and surprise guests. Lifestyle, food, and artisan vendors will be on hand.
Musicians Corner aspires to be a central point, free and open to all, where Music City will gather to perform and enjoy its music. Inspired by London’s “Speakers Corner,” the series will help fill Nashville’s void of free outdoor summer music offerings.
Saturday, July 10: Mikky Ekko, Sam & Ruby, The Dynamites featuring Charles Walker, Damien Horne, Mindy Smith
July 17: Musicians Corner presented by Blood:water Mission, Lemon:Aid project, featuring: Matthew Perryman Jones, The Kicks, Judd & Maggie, Nathan Lee, additional artists tba
July 24: Justin Branam, Slow Motion Centerfold, Amy Stroup, Keegan Dewitt, Roman Candle
July 31: Gabriel Kelley, Elenowen, Madi Diaz, additional artists tba
Twenty thousand fans and music industry professionals from around the globe will converge on the Nashville Convention Center from September 27 through October 3 for the International Bluegrass Music Association’s (IBMA) World of Bluegrass. The week is equal parts homecoming, family reunion, expo, business conference, celebration and music festival, highlighted by the International Bluegrass Music Awards which honor the year’s most outstanding talent.
The theme for World of Bluegrass 2010 is “Face Time, It Matters,” because the event is all about relationships within the business of bluegrass music. IBMA events are where everyone in the industry meets to sharpen and share their professional skills.
Legendary mandolinist Sam Bush will deliver the keynote address for World of Bluegrass 2010. The 100th birthday of Bill Monroe, widely recognized as the father of bluegrass music, is just around the corner, on September 13, 2011. Bush will talk about what that milestone means to the bluegrass music community and how we might best celebrate a century of Monroe’s influence.
Showcases from The Boxcars, Brand New Strings, The Chapmans, Cherryholmes, Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper, The Cockman Family, Rodney Dillard, the Downtown Ramblers, The John Hartford Stringband, The Infamous Stringdusters, Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers, The Claire Lynch Band, Kati Penn & NewTown, Lou Reid & Carolina, The Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, The Snyder Family Band, Summertown Road, Wayne Taylor & Appaloosa and The Darrell Webb Band will be highlighted during the week, in addition to scores of privately-hosted shows.
Thirty seminars and educational labs will provide a spirited forum on topics ranging from “How to be a Better Broadcaster and Developing a Business Plan,” to “Using Video to Expand your Business.” Also included are a Website Critique, Branding & Marketing, Parenting Talented Bluegrass Kids, Web & Catalog Marketing and more.
The 21st anniversary of the IBMAs is the high point of the week, when the music comes home to the historical Ryman Auditorium on Thursday evening, Sept. 30. The show is also broadcast live on Sirius/XM and around the world via a syndicated radio network. According to show co-producers Cindy Baucom and Trisha Tubbs, “You dont want to miss the 2010 IBMA Awards Show! Its going to be a one-of-a-kind experience all about amazing music, reunion moments, special guests and performances that will create lasting memories.”
The weekend (Oct. 1-3) kicks off with the Bluegrass Fan Fest, sponsored in part by Martha White Foods, Martin Guitars and Knee Deep in Bluegrass. Inside the Nashville Convention Center, fans will enjoy music from more than 60 acts on three stages, including the Main Stage, the Masters Workshop Stage and the Grand Master Fiddler Championship. A 100-booth expo center is the place to browse and buy the latest music gear, publications, recordings and merchandise while meeting artists at their booths in between performances.
Featured acts confirmed at press time include the award-winning talents of Dailey & Vincent, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Michael Cleveland & Flame Keeper, Dale Ann Bradley, Tony Rice, The SteelDrivers, Cherryholmes, Lonesome River Band, The Isaacs, Danny Paisley & Southern Grass, Josh Williams Band, Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, The Boxcars, The Claire Lynch Band, Chris Jones & The Night Drivers, Grasstowne, G-2 and Barry Scott & Second Wind. Additional acts will be announced throughout the summer.
Returning to the festival is the popular Fan Feast breakfast on Friday morning, Oct. 1. For only $25, fans can enjoy breakfast served by the biggest stars in bluegrass.
Proceeds from Fan Fest ticket sales benefit the Bluegrass Trust Fund, established to help bluegrass professionals during times of emergency need, as well as support IBMA’s marketing and educational events to promote the music year-round. All artists appearing at the event donate their time and talents for the cause.
Tickets for all events are available at www.ibma.org or by calling 1-888-GET-IBMA. For discount rates on accommodations, call the event housing bureau at 1-877-259-4716. A full schedule of events is available here. Check out the video below for a good introduction to this important annual industry gathering.
Curb Music recently held a writing retreat at Blackberry Farm in Walland, TN to write songs for upcoming projects from Heidi Newfield (Curb), Thompson Square (Stoney Creek) and J.T. Hodges’ (Showdog-Universal). Pictured L-R: (Back) Joe Leathers, Heidi Newfield, Drew Alexander, Bobby Tomberlin, Vicky McGehee, J.T. Hodges and Brian Davis; (Front) Shawna Thompson, Keifer Thompson and Westin Davis.
CMT Radio Live with Cody Alan on Tour made its first tour stop at Billy Bob’s in Dallas, TX with radio station KPLX-The Wolf on June 30. LeAnn Rimes and Lee Brice were special guests for the tour’s first of six stops across the country. CMT Radio Live affiliates can vote now for the tour to stop in their city with Eventful’s “Demand it!” service. (L-R) Cody Alan, LeAnn Rimes, Lee Brice and Mark Phillips, KPLX PD.
Worley’s “Hitmakers & Harleys” a Big Success
/by contributor“Every penny raised will go straight to the cause, whether it’s helping people in need, our new cancer treatment center or donating to national charities,” says Worley. “I’m always astonished at the continued generosity of people, especially in these tough economic times.”
Worley is currently readying his annual Tennessee River Run Festival, a four-day festival that takes place September 16-18 in West Tennessee.
The Darryl Worley Foundation was created in 2002 and supports various charities throughout his hometown community. Over the past eight years, the foundation has provided assistance to dozens of statewide beneficiaries including hospitals, schools and the new Darryl Worley Cancer Treatment Center, which will open in early 2011.
In addition to touring this summer, Worley will release God & Country, a new six-pack (EP) scheduled for release in September on Stroudavarious Records. The project’s first single is “Keep The Change,” which is presently climbing the country music charts. For more information visit www.darrylworley.com.
Marks To Lead SIRIUS XM Country
/by Sarah SkatesJohn Marks
SIRIUS XM Radio has named John Marks Senior Director, Country Music Programming. He will be responsible for overseeing the company’s five commercial-free country music channels, plus Elvis Radio, The Village, Bluegrass Junction and two Christian music channels. Marks was previously the Program Director for KSON/San Diego, Calif. He will report to Steve Blatter, Sr. VP and General Manager, Music Programming, when he begins work at the company’s Nashville studios on August 2.
“We are thrilled to welcome John to the SIRIUS XM team,” said Blatter. “His years of leadership, programming creativity and passion for country music will further enhance the listening experience for our millions of subscribers across our national platform.”
“I’m eager to work on a more broad spectrum of country music through the many channels available on SIRIUS XM,” said Marks. “I’m also looking forward to representing the SIRIUS XM brands of country music to the Nashville music community.”
Promo Teams Play Musical Chairs
/by Sarah SkatesBrooks Quigley joins Nine North Records as Director of Promotion, SE/SW… Lou Ramirez goes to Warner Music Nashville as Southeast Regional Promotion Manager…Stoney Creek hires Stacy Rogers as Manager Regional Promotion, West Coast.
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Brooks Quigley, a promotion and radio veteran who was most recently at Warner Music, has joined Nine North Records effective today (7/6). He will be serving as Director of Promotion, SE/SW, announced NNR President Larry Pareigis.
“I’ve been watching with great interest the new business model that is emerging in Nashville and am thrilled to join Nine North Records. Having known and admired Larry Pareigis and (NNR VP/Promotion & Marketing) Tom Moran for a long time, I am very excited about the chance to work with them and the rest of the team,” Quigley says.
“When a person with the skills of Brooks Quigley comes along, you leap immediately. We’re on the verge of some remarkable breakthroughs but you can’t get there without the right people and the right music. The music is there and Brooks is the perfect addition at the perfect time. He will help us maximize exposure for the Nine North roster in the Southeast and his corner of the Southwest,” explains Pareigis.
In addition to Warner, Quigley has also worked in a promotion capacity with Curb, Polydor and Asylum. Prior to that he spent many years in radio in markets including Nashville, Memphis and Atlanta.
He will continue to be based in Nashville and can be reached at brooks@ninenorthmail.com or 615-210-7682.
Lou Ramirez will join the Warner Music Nashville promotion team as Southeast Regional Promotion Manager starting today, July 6. Ramirez will report directly to VP of Promotion Bob Reeves. Ramirez can be reached at (615) 214-1560 or Lou.Ramirez@wmg.com.
Stoney Creek Records General Manager of Operations April Rider announced today the addition of Stacy Rogers as Manager Regional Promotion, West Coast. Rogers, who previously worked the same region for RCA, Midas and Golden Music, will report directly to Rider, effective immediately.
“Stacy has a proven track record of success in her region and I am thrilled to add her to the great staff at Stoney Creek Records,” says Rider. “She will be a huge asset to our team and we are excited for her to get started.”
“I have always heard great things from radio about Benny Brown, April Rider and the staff at Stoney Creek Records. The chance to be on this team is a career high for me,” explains Rogers. “I have a huge respect for them and on top of that, the music is phenomenal!”
Rogers can be reached at stacy@stoneycreekrecords.com and or at 208-731-8104.
Chesney Returns To Vegas Hard Rock
/by Sarah SkatesChesney’s camp reports that the superstar has wrapped recording for his Sept. 28 studio release Hemingway’s Whiskey. The first song from the album is coming Monday, July 12.
His upcoming documentary about high school football, The Boys of Fall, is also in its final stages.
Movie Digs Up Dirt On Facebook
/by Sarah SkatesJesse Eisenberg stars as Zuckerberg, and Justin Timberlake plays Napster founder Sean Parker.
Aaron Sorkin wrote the screenplay from Ben Mezrich’s 2009 book The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding Of Facebook, A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius, and Betrayal. Kevin Spacey is on board as a producer.
The film is distributed by Columbia Pictures and is set for an October 1, 2010 release.
Musicians Corner Launches Saturday
/by Sarah SkatesThe series will continue through October 16, offering a mix of local and national talent, and surprise guests. Lifestyle, food, and artisan vendors will be on hand.
Musicians Corner aspires to be a central point, free and open to all, where Music City will gather to perform and enjoy its music. Inspired by London’s “Speakers Corner,” the series will help fill Nashville’s void of free outdoor summer music offerings.
Saturday, July 10: Mikky Ekko, Sam & Ruby, The Dynamites featuring Charles Walker, Damien Horne, Mindy Smith
July 17: Musicians Corner presented by Blood:water Mission, Lemon:Aid project, featuring: Matthew Perryman Jones, The Kicks, Judd & Maggie, Nathan Lee, additional artists tba
July 24: Justin Branam, Slow Motion Centerfold, Amy Stroup, Keegan Dewitt, Roman Candle
July 31: Gabriel Kelley, Elenowen, Madi Diaz, additional artists tba
IBMA Readies Nashville Convention
/by contributorThe theme for World of Bluegrass 2010 is “Face Time, It Matters,” because the event is all about relationships within the business of bluegrass music. IBMA events are where everyone in the industry meets to sharpen and share their professional skills.
Legendary mandolinist Sam Bush will deliver the keynote address for World of Bluegrass 2010. The 100th birthday of Bill Monroe, widely recognized as the father of bluegrass music, is just around the corner, on September 13, 2011. Bush will talk about what that milestone means to the bluegrass music community and how we might best celebrate a century of Monroe’s influence.
Showcases from The Boxcars, Brand New Strings, The Chapmans, Cherryholmes, Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper, The Cockman Family, Rodney Dillard, the Downtown Ramblers, The John Hartford Stringband, The Infamous Stringdusters, Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers, The Claire Lynch Band, Kati Penn & NewTown, Lou Reid & Carolina, The Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, The Snyder Family Band, Summertown Road, Wayne Taylor & Appaloosa and The Darrell Webb Band will be highlighted during the week, in addition to scores of privately-hosted shows.
Thirty seminars and educational labs will provide a spirited forum on topics ranging from “How to be a Better Broadcaster and Developing a Business Plan,” to “Using Video to Expand your Business.” Also included are a Website Critique, Branding & Marketing, Parenting Talented Bluegrass Kids, Web & Catalog Marketing and more.
The 21st anniversary of the IBMAs is the high point of the week, when the music comes home to the historical Ryman Auditorium on Thursday evening, Sept. 30. The show is also broadcast live on Sirius/XM and around the world via a syndicated radio network. According to show co-producers Cindy Baucom and Trisha Tubbs, “You dont want to miss the 2010 IBMA Awards Show! Its going to be a one-of-a-kind experience all about amazing music, reunion moments, special guests and performances that will create lasting memories.”
The weekend (Oct. 1-3) kicks off with the Bluegrass Fan Fest, sponsored in part by Martha White Foods, Martin Guitars and Knee Deep in Bluegrass. Inside the Nashville Convention Center, fans will enjoy music from more than 60 acts on three stages, including the Main Stage, the Masters Workshop Stage and the Grand Master Fiddler Championship. A 100-booth expo center is the place to browse and buy the latest music gear, publications, recordings and merchandise while meeting artists at their booths in between performances.
Featured acts confirmed at press time include the award-winning talents of Dailey & Vincent, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Michael Cleveland & Flame Keeper, Dale Ann Bradley, Tony Rice, The SteelDrivers, Cherryholmes, Lonesome River Band, The Isaacs, Danny Paisley & Southern Grass, Josh Williams Band, Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, The Boxcars, The Claire Lynch Band, Chris Jones & The Night Drivers, Grasstowne, G-2 and Barry Scott & Second Wind. Additional acts will be announced throughout the summer.
Returning to the festival is the popular Fan Feast breakfast on Friday morning, Oct. 1. For only $25, fans can enjoy breakfast served by the biggest stars in bluegrass.
Proceeds from Fan Fest ticket sales benefit the Bluegrass Trust Fund, established to help bluegrass professionals during times of emergency need, as well as support IBMA’s marketing and educational events to promote the music year-round. All artists appearing at the event donate their time and talents for the cause.
Tickets for all events are available at www.ibma.org or by calling 1-888-GET-IBMA. For discount rates on accommodations, call the event housing bureau at 1-877-259-4716. A full schedule of events is available here. Check out the video below for a good introduction to this important annual industry gathering.
Friday Photo Flash: Cody ‘n’ Curb
/by adminCurb Music recently held a writing retreat at Blackberry Farm in Walland, TN to write songs for upcoming projects from Heidi Newfield (Curb), Thompson Square (Stoney Creek) and J.T. Hodges’ (Showdog-Universal). Pictured L-R: (Back) Joe Leathers, Heidi Newfield, Drew Alexander, Bobby Tomberlin, Vicky McGehee, J.T. Hodges and Brian Davis; (Front) Shawna Thompson, Keifer Thompson and Westin Davis.
CMT Radio Live with Cody Alan on Tour made its first tour stop at Billy Bob’s in Dallas, TX with radio station KPLX-The Wolf on June 30. LeAnn Rimes and Lee Brice were special guests for the tour’s first of six stops across the country. CMT Radio Live affiliates can vote now for the tour to stop in their city with Eventful’s “Demand it!” service. (L-R) Cody Alan, LeAnn Rimes, Lee Brice and Mark Phillips, KPLX PD.
