Sandra Fox
FlySongs will specialize in the music of Texas, Tennessee and Louisiana and represent it to the film and television industry. The new company will actively seek to place compositions in movies, television specials, soundtracks, primetime and cable series, video releases, and commercials.
“We have spent our energies developing deep production and film industry contacts,” says company founder Sandra Fox. “We have established solid relationships in Hollywood, and in the national film community, and are using those connections to expand and enhance this music we love. There is a wealth of opportunity, but success demands immediate response. Filmmakers very often phone to say they need a specific type song for a project and, especially when dealing with television, they need it now! Our job is to quickly and expertly provide those songs.”
Fox spent over 25 years working in the publishing business including 15 years with MCA Nashville Publishing, plus time with EMI-Tower Street, Mercury Records, Big Picture Entertainment and others.
“I was fortunate to have been mentored by two of the best in the business, Gary Smith and Keith Stegall,” says Fox. “The next step for me was a logical one, to open my own company and to represent the best songs available. I was born in Louisiana, raised in Texas and learned about the music industry in Tennessee. That’s where FlySongs will look for the music we present to filmmakers.”
FlySongs will host a launch party on Thursday Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at Nashville’s Blue Bar, 1911 Broadway. flysongs@yahoo.com
Susan Boyle Sales Boiling
/by adminAmerican Idol runner up, Adam Lambert’s CD also debuted this past week and is set to move between 210-230k units to take the No. 2 spot overall. Other expectations include Carrie Underwood moving 100-120k units (a nice jump from last week’s 86k), Taylor Swift, Fearless at 85-100k and Swift’s Holiday Collection moving 75-90k (strong move from last week’s 45k units). Casting Crowns hit the chart last week (11/22) with over 167k units and is expected to scan 75-90k this week.
As usual, the Nielsen SoundScan results will be released Wed. 12/2, and we can then view exact numbers and rank the accuracy of the HDD crystal ball.
Urban Down Under: Awards Show, Tour
/by Sarah SkatesKeith Urban at the Aria Awards
Keith Urban opened Australia’s Aria Awards over the weekend with a performance of his hit “Kiss A Girl.” Next up he launches his “Escape Together World Tour” in Melbourne, Australia on Dec. 11. The entire production set-up used on the U.S. leg of the tour—two stages, lighting, video screens, etc.—will make its way across the Pacific Ocean to Australia in time to be assembled for the tour’s debut.
Immediately following his appearance on The American Music Awards, and his win there for Best Male Country Artist, Urban flew to Sydney, Australia for the Aria Awards, which are the Australian equivalent to the Grammys.
Leadership Music Celebrates 20th Anniversary
/by adminAccording to Jim Ed Norman, Nashville executive and a founding member of the organization, “One of the primary functions of the Leadership Music program is to foster greater understanding of our industry and our community. Leadership Music harnesses the great energies and ideas that come from the alumni and ensures that they are used to maximum effect in our industry and on behalf of the community at large. We want to be a magnet to creative people everywhere and draw them to Nashville.”
One highlight of the event will be the presentation of the Brian Williams Ambassador Award to honor those who build bridges between Music Row and the greater Nashville community.
Alumni should RSVP for the 20th anniversary celebration at 615.770.7090 or lm@leadershipmusic.org.
Leadership Music is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational organization established in 1989 to nurture a knowledgeable, issue-oriented community of music industry professionals. Visit www.LeadershipMusic.org for more information.
Nashville Acts Join For Benefit Concert
/by MichelleTickets are $10 and available only for the 18-and-over group. Tickets are available online here. For details about Compassion International, visit www.compassion.com.
BMI Promotes Jessica Frost
/by MichelleJessica Frost
BMI has promoted Jessica Frost to Director, Business Development/Licensing. Based in the organization’s Nashville office, Frost began working for BMI in 1999 as a Customer Relations Executive. She was promoted to Account Representative in 2000, and then was named Account Executive in 2001. She became Assistant Manager, Industry Development in 2003, and was promoted again in 2007 to Associate Director, Business Development, a position she held until her current promotion. Frost reports directly to Michele Reynolds, Assistant Vice President, Business & Industry Development, General Licensing.
Messina Adds 2nd Show For Holiday Concert
/by admin“Harvest Hands is truly an amazing organization,” says Messina. “It is currently taking the inner city of Nashville and is changing it one life at a time with educating, kindness and love. To go down and actually see how they are making a difference, has touched me. This show is for them.”
All 1800 tickets for the 7 p.m. performance have been claimed. Now a matinee show is also scheduled. Tickets can be obtained online at www.jodeemessina.com/tickets and locally at the Brentwood United Methodist Church.
Messina will perform a wide array of songs from her 2002 Christmas album A Joyful Noise, plus other holiday classics and music from her next album, including the upcoming single “That’s God.” The Dec. 5, 7 p.m. concert will also be streamed live at www.ustream.com/jodeemessina
Hot Duos: Joey and Rory, Burns and Poe
/by MichelleJoey + Rory in Europe
Husband and wife duo Joey+Rory have been touring in Scotland and Ireland in recent weeks. The duo’s new single, “It’s Christmas Time,” is available digitally. They are also promoting Merry Kidmas, a children’s album co-produced by Rory Feek and created by The Song Trust. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to charity.
Burns & Poe
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A song by Burns & Poe is being used as the theme song for the Dallas Cowboys. The pair recently headed to the Lonestar State to film the music video for “Cowboy Stomp.” Taped at the brand new Cowboys Stadium, the video features Cowboy Troy and of course, the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. Keith Burns and Mark Oliverius wrote the rowdy number which also features a rap by Cowboy Troy.
Artists Thank Troops: Lee Ann Womack and More
/by Sarah SkatesKeni Thomas, Mark Wills, and Alana Grace are heading out from Nashville to entertain the troops in the Middle East on the “Hope and Freedom” USO Holiday Tour in December. Other tour mates include model/TV personality Leann Tweeden, and members of the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders.
Nashville-based country group Brokedown Cadillac have confirmed plans to perform for the troops during a Thanksgiving week tour of military bases in Iraq. The group, founded in California by singer Corri English and guitarist Randy Dunham, flew overseas last week for the tour, which runs from November 21-30.
Lawrence’s Turkey Fry
/by MichelleTracy Lawrence
Tracy Lawrence will again host his annual Mission Possible Turkey Fry, today, Nov. 24, to raise money, generate awareness and provide food for the Nashville Rescue Mission. Now in its fourth year, the pre-Thanksgiving event is open to the public. Lawrence will be joined by other artists such as Brad Arnold, Ash Bowers, Burns & Poe, Sarah Darling and Lorrie Morgan and the Titans Cheerleaders.
“This event is one of my favorites of the year. It’s a true and heartfelt gesture by all; I’m in awe each year of the support from my friends and the community who come out to lend a hand, make a donation, and fry up some turkeys,” Lawrence said.
FlySongs Forms To Connect Songs With Film/TV
/by adminSandra Fox
FlySongs will specialize in the music of Texas, Tennessee and Louisiana and represent it to the film and television industry. The new company will actively seek to place compositions in movies, television specials, soundtracks, primetime and cable series, video releases, and commercials.
“We have spent our energies developing deep production and film industry contacts,” says company founder Sandra Fox. “We have established solid relationships in Hollywood, and in the national film community, and are using those connections to expand and enhance this music we love. There is a wealth of opportunity, but success demands immediate response. Filmmakers very often phone to say they need a specific type song for a project and, especially when dealing with television, they need it now! Our job is to quickly and expertly provide those songs.”
Fox spent over 25 years working in the publishing business including 15 years with MCA Nashville Publishing, plus time with EMI-Tower Street, Mercury Records, Big Picture Entertainment and others.
“I was fortunate to have been mentored by two of the best in the business, Gary Smith and Keith Stegall,” says Fox. “The next step for me was a logical one, to open my own company and to represent the best songs available. I was born in Louisiana, raised in Texas and learned about the music industry in Tennessee. That’s where FlySongs will look for the music we present to filmmakers.”
FlySongs will host a launch party on Thursday Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at Nashville’s Blue Bar, 1911 Broadway. flysongs@yahoo.com