Warner Music Nashville Holds Second ‘WMN: On Deck’ Event

Warner Music Nashville held its second “WMN: On Deck” event last week at its offices.

The function, formerly known as “Pickin’ On The Patio,” showcased The Castellows and Drew Parker. Freshie Imports, Goo Goo Cluster and Daddy’s Dogs served as the sponsors for the “WMN: On Deck” installment.

AIMP Nashville Hosts ‘Sync In Sports’ Panel

Association of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP) Nashville hosted a panel titled “Sync In Sports” at The Basement East on Tuesday (May 28).

Moderated by Big Loud’s Paul Logan, the panel consisted of The Score’s John Adams, Sony Playstation’s Alex Hackford, CBS Sports’ Taylor Ralph and Fox Sports’ Stephanie Urcheck speaking to AIMP members and guests about all aspects of licensing and clearance at their respective companies.

Chris Tomlin Celebrated Gold-Certified Single ‘Holy Forever’

Chris Tomlin was surprised by Capitol Christian Music Group and his management team with a plaque for his RIAA Gold-certified single “Holy Forever.”

The song became Tomlin’s 21st career No. 1 last year. With more than 160 million streams to date, “Holy Forever” has garnered Grammy and Billboard Music Award (BBMA) nominations, and is currently up for Worship Song of the Year at the 2024 K-Love Fan Awards.

Allison Russell Completes Americana Artist Residency At NYU

Allison Russell recently completed her time as the Americana Artist-In-Residence at New York University (NYU). The residency is a part of the partnership between the Americana Music Foundation and NYU Steinhardt, home of the school’s music department.

Throughout the residency, Russell worked closely with undergraduate and graduate students, sharing her experience as a collaborator, creator and citizen of the music community. She also sought to provide guidance on developing and accessing creativity as well as the importance of remaining open to opportunities that may not always take the obvious path. Her visit concluded with an intimate, candid conversation with songwriting majors.

Drew Holcomb And The Neighbors Exceed 500 Million Global Streams

Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors exceed 500 million global streams this month. To celebrate the milestone, the band’s management team presented them with a plaque commemorating the achievement at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium after they wrapped the latest leg of their spring U.S. headlining tour with two sold-out shows.

The group has spent the past year on the road supporting their ninth full-length studio album, Strangers No More. The project features their first Americana chart-topper, “Find Your People.” The single peaked at No. 2 on TikTok’s popular chart and broke into the top 50 on the TikTok Billboard chart.

Multi-Platinum producer, songwriter, musician and mixer David Kalmusky has signed with Jonas Group Publishing.

Kalmusky has worked with artists including Shawn Mendes, Keith Urban, Warren Zeiders, Justin Bieber, Carrie Underwood, Nate Smith, Tenille Townes, Joss Stone, Elle King, Mickey Guyton, John Legend, John Oates, Motley Crüe and more. As a writer, he’s penned songs with Mickey Guyton, Tenille Townes, Blessing Offor, Keb’ Mo’ and others. Altogether, the multi-hyphenate’s work has accumulated more than 20 billion global streams across all platforms.

“David is such a magical Unicorn that I would follow him down any musical path he wanted to journey on,” says Jonas Group Publishing President Leslie DiPiero. “David is a musician’s musician, a producer’s producer, and a songwriter’s undiscovered gem. We are grateful for his love of songwriting and developing talent.”

“I’m excited to begin this chapter on Music Row, in a historic space, signing with one of the biggest champions I’ve had in my career, Leslie DiPiero, and the incredible new family at Jonas Group Publishing,” shares Kalmusky. “We’ve hit the ground running, and every day feels more creative and exciting than the day before. I can’t wait to share this music with everybody!”

Kalmusky recently relocated his Addiction Sound Studio to Music Row. The move brings him back to his roots, as he is a third-generation music maker following in his father’s footsteps. Dad Kenny Kalmusky, one of the original band members of The Hawks, made records in both Woodstock, New York and Nashville in the late ’60s, with the likes of Ian & Sylvia, Todd Rundgren, Cowboy Jack Clement, Ronnie Hawkins, Jerry Reed and more.

“Creatives like David are the foundation of Music Row,” says Kevin Jonas Sr., Founder of Jonas Group Entertainment. “David has earned the trust and respect of musicians, songwriters and artists from every genre, and Leslie and I are thrilled the day is here that we get to work with him.”

Nashville-based publicity firm PLA Media has tapped Shelly Mullins as Senior Vice President of Marketing.

With more than 30 years spent in the music industry, Mullins brings knowledge of publicity, event production and promotion, royalty accounting, television production, studio management and booking to her new role.

She started her career as a full-time vocalist and keyboard player, and went on to hold positions at Kaleidoscope Media, Creative Workshop, High5 Television, William Morris and Cumulus Radio, among others. Mullins also founded her own publicity and marketing company, ProMO Image, over a decade ago, and was nationally recognized with the E.W. Scripps President’s Award for her work in television production in 2005.

“I have known of Shelly and her impressive pedigree,” says Pam Lewis, PLA Media Founder & President. “It’s good to have a brain trust again, and I am delighted to have her team up with me at PLA. T-wanda!”

“I’ve admired and known Pam Lewis for years and her work for even longer! I was a teenager [when I watched] the first broadcast of MTV from my living room. Like everyone else, I was glued to it from the moment the Buggles hit their first note until I left for college. It was a HUGE part of my life and contributed greatly to my love of music, and Pam was instrumental in the launch,” shares Mullins. “When I got to Nashville, Garth Brooks had exploded and it reshaped the entire industry, which Pam was also instrumental in doing, so her influence followed me into that era too. When the opportunity came along to work with her, I just had to take it. Life is truly amazing…especially when it feels like things have come full circle.”