Maverick Nashville has signed singer-songwriter Jenna LaMaster to a management deal.

LaMaster joins the company’s roster of Brooks & Dunn, Darius Rucker, Elvie Shane, Hootie & the Blowfish, Jason Aldean, Lauren Alaina, Rachel Wammack, Rascal Flatts, Shane Profitt and Terri Clark.

The barrel-racing, western songstress moved from the mountains of California to Texas to compete on the professional rodeo circuit. She then made her way to Nashville to pursue her country music dream and signed a publishing deal with Sheltered Music. LaMaster has scored cuts with Ashland Craft, Kasey Tyndall and Dylan Marlowe, among others, and recently released her debut single “Drunk Thoughts.”

Marne McLyman will oversee LaMaster along with clients Brooks & Dunn and Clark.

“From the moment I heard Jenna’s music I knew I wanted to work with her. Her authenticity, sound and lyrics are what I love about country music. I’m excited to bring Jenna’s talent as an artist and a songwriter to the masses,” says McLyman.

“This is a dream come true. I am beyond excited to partner with Maverick Nashville and take the next step in my artist career,” shares LaMaster. “I could not imagine a better team than Marne McLyman and Clarence Spalding! I can’t wait to see what we will accomplish together.”

Cody Johnson Celebrates RIAA Certifications

Country star Cody Johnson performed in front of a sold-out crowd on Feb. 2 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The headline show marked a record for the singer, as it became the most tickets sold by a male country artist in their Bridgestone debut.

Before taking the stage, Warner Music Nashville helped present Johnson with 46 new RIAA certifications. These certifications combined total more than 17 million in sales and streams. He also received a Gold certification for current single “The Painter,” which debuted at country radio with the singer’s largest add date so far.

 

Bailey Zimmerman Kicks Off Headline Tour In Los Angeles

Fast-rising country star Bailey Zimmerman kicked off his “Religiously: The Tour” on Feb. 1 at The Novo in Los Angeles, California. The sold-out crowd started lining up hours before the show, eager to see Zimmerman. He captivated the audience with performances of hits “Religiously,” “Rock And A Hard Place,” “Where It Ends” and many more.

The tour will continue this week in California before hitting more than 30 stops including New York City, Indianapolis, San Antonio and more.

 

Country Music Hall Of Fame Hosts Concert & Conversation With Morgan Wade

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum hosted singer-songwriter Morgan Wade for a concert and conversation over the weekend. Wade is featured in the museum’s exhibition “American Currents: State of the Music,” in the “Unbroken Circle” portion.

The event was offered in support of the exhibition, and was filmed. The program will be part of the museum’s Live at the Hall digital program series, premiering at a later date.

 

Auburn McCormick Signs With Rose & Thorn Records

Emerging country singer-songwriter Auburn McCormick has signed a record deal with Nashville-based independent label Rose & Thorn Records. The label was founded by Connor Rankin and has added Jared Scott as Director of Operations and Falon Simmons as Head of A&R.

“Signing a record deal has always been a goal of mine. From a young age, I knew music was what I was supposed to do with my life,” shares McCormick. “Once I saw how passionate they were about me and my music, and their belief that we could and would be better than the industry ‘standard,’ I knew this was my team.”

Anne Wilson is gearing up to release a genre-blending new album Rebel on April 19 via UMG Nashville and Capitol Christian Music Group. To offer fans a taste of the forthcoming album, Wilson has released the new song, “God & Country.”

The new single, which was co-penned with Jeff Pardo, Matthew West and Trannie Anderson, showcases both sides of Wilson as an artist and the faith-infused country music that defines Rebel. She revisits the Kentucky roots that shaped her identity in the track, from church pews and Sunday morning choirs to mud tires and Friday night lights, and offers a glimpse of what it’s like to grow up in the heart of the heartland.

A co-writer on each of the album’s 16 tracks, Wilson teamed up with some of Music Row’s most in-demand songwriters for the project firmly rooted in both country and Christian music. The album was produced by Pardo and Jonathan Smith.

“I can’t wait for everyone to hear these brand new songs on April 19,” shares Wilson. “I’ve been working so hard over the past 15 months to write these songs, record them and get them into the world! I was raised on two things: the love of God and the love of all things country. That’s what fuels the music I make and that’s what you’ll hear more of on Rebel. I’m just so excited we are this close to releasing the record!”

In addition to “God & Country,” Wilson has been making waves with her current country single, “Rain In The Rearview,” co-written with West, Jaren Johnston and Zach Kale. Meanwhile, her single “Strong” continues to stand firm at Christian radio, reaching the Top 15 on the Billboard Christian Airplay and Mediabase Audience charts and climbing.’

Wilson will celebrate the release of Rebel with a special one-night-only event in Lexington, Kentucky, taking place on Sunday, April 21 at 7 p.m. ET at the Lexington Opera House. Tickets will go one sale this Friday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. ET.

Curb Records National Director, Promotion Mike Rogers has announced his retirement, effective March 1.

The 35-year radio promotion veteran has been National Director, Promotion at Curb since 2002 and, prior to that, worked on the promotion team at CBS/Sony.

“Thank you, Mike, for the incredible 21 years you’ve given Curb Records,” says Curb Records Chairman, Mike Curb. “We are very sad to see you retire but we are grateful for every second you’ve spent with our team. We look forward to seeing what your next chapter brings.”

“Mike Curb’s belief in me these last 21 years was unparalleled,” says Rogers. “I was and always will be proudest of all we have accomplished in my time at Curb. You entrusted me to give your music its best shot and I hope I made you proud. To have actually learned from a legend will always be a crowning achievement in my career. Now, it’s time to ‘do some life’ with my wife, Laura, and our two daughters, all of whom sacrificed a ton as I lived out that road life as a radio promotion rep.”

Grammy Award-winning artist Chris Tomlin has announced the details for his annual “Good Friday Nashville” event, now returning for the eighth consecutive year. This year the event will take place on March 29 at Bridgestone Arena.

This year’s lineup includes Tomlin as well as Christian singer-songwriter Kari Jobe, and a special Easter message delivered by Willie Robertson, who is known for starring in and producing Duck Dynasty. Tomlin will also continue his tradition of welcoming surprise guests. In the past, Rascal Flatts, Lady A, Lauren Daigle, CeCe Winans, Hillsong United and many others have surprised the arena-sized crowd.

“For the last seven years I have had the humbling opportunity to watch what God can do in a community when we gather together to look upwards towards Him and outward towards Others. From people’s faith being reignited to innocent children finding forever families, ‘Good Friday Nashville’ has had a powerful and lasting impact on our community and year eight will be no exception,” shares Tomlin. “And of course, we can’t forget all the incredible guests that will join us… Kari Jobe and Willie Robertson are just the start! We have more exciting announcements coming soon… and you are not going to believe the surprises we have lined up for the night! I hope you grab tickets and join us for this incredible moment—I have high expectations for what God will do.”

Since 2017, “Good Friday Nashville” has been a night to benefit the foster care and adoption crisis. For Others, a non-profit organization started by Tomlin and his wife Lauren, aims to be a voice for the vulnerable by living out their mission of raising awareness and empowering organizations to end the child welfare crisis in America.

Each year, the event continues to sell out and set attendance records. “Good Friday Nashville” currently holds the Bridgestone Arena records for the longest-running charity concert and the largest-ticketed Christian concert.

“Good Friday Nashville” is promoted and produced by Awakening Events and presented by K-Love, Air1, The Fish and WayFM.

Tickets are on sale now. For more information, click here.