Jamie Younger has joined The Core Records as Vice President of Artist Development.

Effective immediately, Younger’s appointment to the new role follows her 12-year stint at Warner Music Nashville, where she helped to develop the careers of Zac Brown Band, Bailey Zimmerman, Ashley McBryde, Gabby Barrett and The Castellows. She also led campaigns for Zimmerman’s record-setting debut album Religiously and Barrett’s Platinum-selling project Goldmine, among others.

Additionally, the former GrammyNext member has also served on the MusiCares Fundraising Committee for the Recording Academy’s Nashville Chapter and worked as a mentor for GrammyU.

“Younger’s ability to navigate the evolving music landscape has consistently resulted in history-making projects. We are excited to have such a visionary joining our team,” says Chief Zaruk and Simon Tikhman, Co-Founders & CEOs, The Core Entertainment. “Her expertise will be invaluable as we continue to develop and break new artists on a global scale.”

“I’ve had a front-row seat working alongside Chief and Simon as they’ve continued to grow and build an amazing roster of talent at The Core Entertainment,” shares Younger. “The opportunity to be a part of the launch of The Core Records was simply something I couldn’t turn down. From the company’s culture to the depth of the roster, it’s a testament to the team’s ability to nurture multi-genre talent, and I can’t wait to be a part of the team developing the next wave of superstars at The Core Records.”

Lainey Wilson Performs On The Tonight Show

Lainey Wilson made an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Tuesday (Sept. 10) to discuss the past year and perform her current single “4x4xU.” The seven-time CMA Award-winner is nominated for four more awards at the 58th annual CMA Awards this fall, including Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Single of the Year and Music Video of the Year.

 

 

The Band Loula Wraps Up Final ‘WMN: On Deck’

Warner Music Nashville wrapped up their final “WMN: On Deck” event of the summer on their patio Tuesday evening (Sept. 10). The event featured a performance from a new addition to their roster, The Band Loula, as well as representatives from the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, a nonprofit organization that works to inspire pediatric patients through entertainment and education initiatives.

Sponsors for the night included NoBaked Cookie Dough, Jack Daniel’s, Freshie and -196.

 

 

The Korea Copyright Commission Visits The MLC HQ

The Korea Copyright Commission recently visited The MLC’s headquarters in Nashville to discuss and learn more about their role in distributing U.S. mechanical royalties and further operations. The visit gave both parties an opportunity to share insights and practices regarding global royalty distribution.

The Korea Copyright Commission was established under the Korean Copyright Act and is essential in shaping copyright regulations and a variety of copyright-related matters.

 

 

Chancey Williams Inducted Into The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall Of Fame

Chancey Williams was inducted into the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame on Friday night (Sept. 6) along with fellow inductees Darrell Dienfenbach, Rick Eccli, Orval Epler, Rocky Garnett, Mary Hartman, Tad Herz, Dick Truitt and The Tuck Family. One of only two artists to both compete in the rodeo and perform on the main stage at Cheyenne Frontier Days, Williams now has an exhibit in the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum.

 

 

The Reeves Brothers Debut New Track At The Grand Ole Opry

Tuesday night (Sept. 10), The Reeves Brothers debuted their new song, “She Don’t Want a Cowboy,” during a performance with Opry member Craig Morgan at the Grand Ole Opry. The track, which features Morgan, is set to release on Sept. 27.

“Coming from a family of sharecroppers in Delight, Arkansas whose weekly entertainment was sitting by candlelight in front of a battery-powered radio listening to the Grand Ole Opry on WSM, getting to step into the circle at The Opry House holds a big sentiment to us and our family. It is the highest honor we could ever receive in country music,” said The Reeves Brothers, adding, “Craig Morgan was one of the first people in this town to reach out and take a chance on us, so getting to share that stage with him makes it that much more special.”

Jon Decious has signed a joint publishing deal with Reservoir Media, Inc. and One Riot.

Based in Nashville, Decious has three credits on Lainey Wilson’s new album Whirlwind, including “4x4xU,” “Counting Chickens” and “Ring Finger.” He also co-wrote “Armadillo” from Miranda Lambert’s forthcoming album Postcards from Texas, and worked with Tyler Halverson on his upcoming project Western Amerijuana Pt 2. Additionally, Decious has collaborated with Ashley McBryde, The Oak Ridge Boys, Kylie Morgan, Anderson East, Paul Cauthen and Lola Kirke, among others.

“Jon is a great addition to the Reservoir and One Riot family,” says John Ozier, Reservoir Executive Vice President of Creative. “We are happy to join One Riot in supporting Jon at this pivotal moment in his career as his star continues to rise.”

Amy Patton, One Riot President, adds, “Jon is a rare songwriting talent who can weave unique stories that hook your attention and melodies that get stuck in your head for days. It is a true privilege to get to work with Jon at this exciting time in his life and career and to call him a friend.”

“I just feel like the luckiest guy there is! I’m incredibly grateful and forever indebted to my amazing co-writers and artists and for the support of the amazing team that surrounds me, from One Riot to Reservoir to RedLight Management,” shares Decious. “If I had a better word than ‘blessed’ for the way I feel about it, I’d use that, but I don’t. ‘Blessed’ sums it up perfectly.”

BMI filed an action in its rate court today (Sept. 12) to determine fees for a license with SiriusXM.

According to BMI, SiriusXM is attempting to lower its payments to BMI songwriters, composers and publishers despite years of negotiations. The PRO alleges that the digital radio giant is ignoring their large market share, changes in the marketplace, SiriusXM’s product evolution towards a digital service and the company’s strong revenue growth.

“After attempting to negotiate with SiriusXM in good faith for more than two years, we were compelled to file this action given their insistence on underpaying the creators of the music that drives the majority of their business,” says Mike O’Neill, BMI’s President & CEO. “SiriusXM’s proposal is a clear attempt to rely on a rate that was established when the company was very different in terms of its size, reach, degree of digital focus and revenue growth, and falls well below what is in the best interests of our affiliates. We will continue to fight for fair and appropriate rates when we believe the music created by our songwriters and composers is being significantly undervalued.”

NMPA President & CEO David Israelite has come out in support of BMI’s action.

“Digital radio payments to songwriters and music publishers have been a huge problem for many years. We are extremely pleased that BMI has taken the largest satellite radio company in the world to court to demand what’s fair,” Israelite shared in a statement. “Today, record labels and artists receive from digital radio significantly more than songwriters on a model that has historically valued them equally. Labels and artists are not paid too much. Songwriters and publishers are not paid enough. That’s why for years we have called to lessen the ‘Digital Radio Divide.’”

SiriusXM did not immediately return a request for comment.