ASCAP’s Elizabeth Matthews Honored With Sona Warrior Award
Pictured (L-R): ASCAP’s Paul Williams, SONA’s Michelle Lewis and ASCAP’s Elizabeth
Matthews. Photo: Lester Cohen
Elizabeth Matthews, ASCAP CEO and champion for the rights of music creators, was honored on Sunday (Oct. 29) at the annual Songwriters of North America (SONA) Warrior Awards Gala in West Hollywood, California.
The SONA Warrior Awards recognize the talent and hard work of individuals known for their high-profile accomplishments within the music industry, and honors their tireless efforts advocating for songwriters’ rights.
During the event, ASCAP Chairman of the Board & President Paul Williams and songwriters/producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis lauded Matthews’ achievements, and hit songwriter MoZella performed “Wrecking Ball.” Video tributes to Matthews featured music industry giants Stephen Schwartz, Ne-Yo, Marcus Miller, Desmond Child, John Platt and Ashley Gorley, among others.
“To be recognized by SONA means the world to me. I know that songwriters are the true musical warriors–unbelievably brave and remaining strong in the face of uncertainty every day as new technology challenges their livelihoods. Yet, songwriters are still able to remain vulnerable and go deep creatively, opening their hearts to write the music that we all love. I am constantly inspired by songwriters and it has been an honor of a lifetime to work for and alongside music creators,” stated Matthews.
Luke Laird Featured In CMHOF’s ‘Poets & Prophets’ Series
CMHOF’s Dave Paulson & Luke Laird. Photo: Courtesy of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum featured songwriter Luke Laird in its in-depth interview series “Poets and Prophets,” which focuses on songwriters who have made significant contributions to country music.
The program was hosted by Museum Writer-Editor Dave Paulson in the museum’s Ford Theater and included vintage photos, audio and film clips from Laird’s career. Laird has written more than 20 No. 1s since 2007. His hits include Eric Church’s “Drink in My Hand,” Sara Evans’ “A Little Bit Stronger,” Little Big Town’s “Pontoon” and Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins’ “Hillbilly Bone.”
As a producer, Laird has worked with Brett Eldredge, Mickey Guyton, Thomas Rhett and others as well as co-produced Kacey Musgraves’ albums Same Trailer Different Park , which won a Grammy for Best Country Album, and Pageant Material, contributing six songs that he co-wrote to each album. He also co-wrote the Grammy-winning song “Space Cowboy” on Musgraves’ third major-label album, Golden Hour. Laird’s other accolades include six CMA Triple Play Awards and the ACM’s Songwriter of the Year award.
The program was filmed and will premiere at a later date as part of the museum’s “Live at the Hall” digital program series, available to stream on the museum’s website.
Tony Esterly Inks With Prescription Songs
Tony Esterly
Tony Esterly has signed with Prescription Songs.
The songwriter, producer, mixer and multi-instrumentalist shares his time between L.A. and Nashville. He has worked with Sia, BTS, Mae Muller, Andra Day, Ashe, NCT 127, Kirby, Raekwon, Yo Gotti, Between Friends, Gavin Haley, Izzy Bizu and The Struts, among others.
Esterly is credited across genres with an emphasis on pop, hip-hop, R&B and alternative. In addition to his production and writing credits, his songs have had commercial placements with Allstate, Aleve, Apple, Audi, Columbia, GAP, Maybelline, McDonalds, Motorola, NordicTrack, Samsung, Tuft + Needle, Uber and Yuengling as well as countless film and TV placements. He is also a music publisher and his company Pray For My Haters currently publishes multiple emerging producer-songwriters.
SongwritingWith:Soldiers Receives NAMM Foundation Grant
SongwritingWith:Soldiers has been named a NAMM Foundation grant recipient.
The organization was selected as one of 24 music organizations to receive a grant to fund vital programs that provide access to music-making opportunities across a variety of different communities and demographics. As one of the recipients, SongwritingWith:Soldiers will utilize the resource to support the organization’s meaningful work with veterans. Since 1994, the annual grant program has donated more than $18 million to domestic and international music education programs, scientific research, advocacy and public service programs related to music-making.
“Programs supported by The NAMM Foundation, including a grant to SongwritingWith:Soldiers, advance music learning for people of all ages and abilities,” says Mary Luehrsen, Executive Director, The NAMM Foundation. “Together, we advance a more musical world based on a shared belief that music is a force for good and connections in our world.”
Industry Ink: Elizabeth Matthews, Luke Laird, Tony Esterly, More
/by Lorie HollabaughASCAP’s Elizabeth Matthews Honored With Sona Warrior Award
Pictured (L-R): ASCAP’s Paul Williams, SONA’s Michelle Lewis and ASCAP’s Elizabeth
Matthews. Photo: Lester Cohen
Elizabeth Matthews, ASCAP CEO and champion for the rights of music creators, was honored on Sunday (Oct. 29) at the annual Songwriters of North America (SONA) Warrior Awards Gala in West Hollywood, California.
The SONA Warrior Awards recognize the talent and hard work of individuals known for their high-profile accomplishments within the music industry, and honors their tireless efforts advocating for songwriters’ rights.
During the event, ASCAP Chairman of the Board & President Paul Williams and songwriters/producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis lauded Matthews’ achievements, and hit songwriter MoZella performed “Wrecking Ball.” Video tributes to Matthews featured music industry giants Stephen Schwartz, Ne-Yo, Marcus Miller, Desmond Child, John Platt and Ashley Gorley, among others.
“To be recognized by SONA means the world to me. I know that songwriters are the true musical warriors–unbelievably brave and remaining strong in the face of uncertainty every day as new technology challenges their livelihoods. Yet, songwriters are still able to remain vulnerable and go deep creatively, opening their hearts to write the music that we all love. I am constantly inspired by songwriters and it has been an honor of a lifetime to work for and alongside music creators,” stated Matthews.
Luke Laird Featured In CMHOF’s ‘Poets & Prophets’ Series
CMHOF’s Dave Paulson & Luke Laird. Photo: Courtesy of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum featured songwriter Luke Laird in its in-depth interview series “Poets and Prophets,” which focuses on songwriters who have made significant contributions to country music.
The program was hosted by Museum Writer-Editor Dave Paulson in the museum’s Ford Theater and included vintage photos, audio and film clips from Laird’s career. Laird has written more than 20 No. 1s since 2007. His hits include Eric Church’s “Drink in My Hand,” Sara Evans’ “A Little Bit Stronger,” Little Big Town’s “Pontoon” and Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins’ “Hillbilly Bone.”
As a producer, Laird has worked with Brett Eldredge, Mickey Guyton, Thomas Rhett and others as well as co-produced Kacey Musgraves’ albums Same Trailer Different Park , which won a Grammy for Best Country Album, and Pageant Material, contributing six songs that he co-wrote to each album. He also co-wrote the Grammy-winning song “Space Cowboy” on Musgraves’ third major-label album, Golden Hour. Laird’s other accolades include six CMA Triple Play Awards and the ACM’s Songwriter of the Year award.
The program was filmed and will premiere at a later date as part of the museum’s “Live at the Hall” digital program series, available to stream on the museum’s website.
Tony Esterly Inks With Prescription Songs
Tony Esterly
Tony Esterly has signed with Prescription Songs.
The songwriter, producer, mixer and multi-instrumentalist shares his time between L.A. and Nashville. He has worked with Sia, BTS, Mae Muller, Andra Day, Ashe, NCT 127, Kirby, Raekwon, Yo Gotti, Between Friends, Gavin Haley, Izzy Bizu and The Struts, among others.
Esterly is credited across genres with an emphasis on pop, hip-hop, R&B and alternative. In addition to his production and writing credits, his songs have had commercial placements with Allstate, Aleve, Apple, Audi, Columbia, GAP, Maybelline, McDonalds, Motorola, NordicTrack, Samsung, Tuft + Needle, Uber and Yuengling as well as countless film and TV placements. He is also a music publisher and his company Pray For My Haters currently publishes multiple emerging producer-songwriters.
SongwritingWith:Soldiers Receives NAMM Foundation Grant
SongwritingWith:Soldiers has been named a NAMM Foundation grant recipient.
The organization was selected as one of 24 music organizations to receive a grant to fund vital programs that provide access to music-making opportunities across a variety of different communities and demographics. As one of the recipients, SongwritingWith:Soldiers will utilize the resource to support the organization’s meaningful work with veterans. Since 1994, the annual grant program has donated more than $18 million to domestic and international music education programs, scientific research, advocacy and public service programs related to music-making.
“Programs supported by The NAMM Foundation, including a grant to SongwritingWith:Soldiers, advance music learning for people of all ages and abilities,” says Mary Luehrsen, Executive Director, The NAMM Foundation. “Together, we advance a more musical world based on a shared belief that music is a force for good and connections in our world.”
Thomas Rhett, Dierks Bentley, More To Play New Texas Festival
/by Lorie HollabaughThomas Rhett, Dierks Bentley and Billy Strings have been tapped to headline the inaugural Big As Texas Festival outside of Houston at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds May 10-12, 2024.
Other major performers on tap for the new Lone Star festival include Warren Zeiders, Dwight Yoakam, Los Lobos, Tracy Byrd, Clay Walker, Maddie & Tae, Breland, Anne Wilson, Drake Milligan Morgan Wade, Midland, Jamestown Revival, Amanda Shires, Buffalo Nichols, Braxton Keith and more.
The Big As Texas Festival 2024 will host more than 50,000 attendees who will enjoy over 26 hours of live music from the 35 artists billed for this year’s three-day event, spread across more than 75 acres of rolling Texas plains. Three-day GA passes are on sale now at BigAsTexasFest.com.
“We are stepping out in grand fashion for our inaugural year, and I couldn’t be more excited about the stellar music lineup we have curated for next May. It’s ultimately meant to be representative of the many facets of country and Americana music because we like to think there is something for everyone at Big As Texas Fest,” says Big As Texas’s Co-Executive Producer and Talent Buyer, Steve Said.
The three-day festival will be hosted outdoors in one of the fastest-growing counties in the country—Montgomery County—which also happens to be facing an unprecedented epidemic with rapidly rising rates of suicides. Due to these alarming statistics, organizers have decided to donate 10% of net ticket proceeds from each individual ticket sold to nonprofit organizations that promote suicide death prevention both in Montgomery County and across Texas.
Weekly Register: Morgan Wallen Reclaims Top Slot On Country Albums Chart
/by Liza AndersonMorgan Wallen. Photo: David Lehr
Morgan Wallen‘s One Thing At A Time reclaims the No. 1 slot on the country albums chart this week with 69K in total consumption (1.8K album only/86 million song streams), according to Luminate data.
Zach Bryan‘s self-titled album shifts down to No. 2 with 51K (4.9K album only/60 million song streams), while Wallen’s Dangerous: The Double Album stays at No. 3 with 36K (368 album only/46 million song streams). Taylor Swift‘s Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) takes No. 4 again with 31K (7.2K album only/31 million song streams), and Bryan’s American Heartbreak holds No. 5 with 29K (1.4K album only/36 million song streams).
The top five on the country streaming songs chart is stationary this week.
Bryan and Kacey Musgraves‘ “I Remember Everything” maintains its No. 1 status with 19 million streams, adding to 217 million ATD. Wallen’s “Last Night” continues at No. 2 with 14 million new streams, adding to 998 million ATD, with Bryan’s “Something In The Orange” following at No. 3 with 12 million streams, adding to a billion ATD. Wallen’s “Thinkin’ Bout Me” rests at No. 4 with 11 million new streams, adding to 439 million ATD, and Luke Combs‘ cover of “Fast Car” sits at No. 5 with 9.4 million streams, adding to 481 million ATD.
Matt Jenkins Extends Global Deal With Warner Chappell Music & Madfun Entertainment
/by Lorie HollabaughMatt Jenkins. Photo: Courtesy of WCM
Matt Jenkins has extended his global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music (WCM) and Madfun Entertainment. WCM is also acquiring Jenkins’ music catalog as part of the deal.
A native Texan, Jenkins has penned multiple hits, including the Platinum track “Happy Anywhere” (Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani), and the triple-Platinum single “Buy Dirt” (Jordan Davis ft. Luke Bryan), which took home Song of the Year at the 2022 CMA Awards and Nashville Songwriter Awards.
In 2017, Jenkins received a CMA Triple Play Award for penning three No. 1 songs within a 12-month period: “Confession” (Florida Georgia Line), “Setting The World on Fire” (Kenny Chesney ft. P!nk) and “Song For Another Time” (Old Dominion). His other chart-topping hits include “Do I Make You Wanna” (Billy Currington), “Where It’s At” (Dustin Lynch) and “Cop Car” (Keith Urban). His songs have also appeared on ABC’s Nashville, and he’s collaborated with artists including Sam Hunt, Cole Swindell, Brett Young and Eli Young Band, among others.
“Matt has proven to be a songwriter who knows how to fish in the deep waters,” says Ben Vaughn, President & CEO, Warner Chappell Music Nashville. “He’s a respected songwriter across so many meaningful songs in country music. We’re excited to continue with him on his journey.”
“Working with Matt Jenkins is both fun and inspiring. He is such a great human and a lyrical poet. He knows how to craft the cool and commercial song, almost better than anyone I know,” adds Alicia Pruitt, Founder, Madfun Entertainment.
CMHOF To Offer Free Admission For Veterans & Their Families On Veterans Day
/by Lorie HollabaughThe Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is honoring active-duty and retired armed services members with free museum admission on Veterans Day (Nov. 11).
As an additional thanks to the U.S. Armed Forces, past and present, the museum will also extend free admission for up to three immediate family members. Timed admission tickets can be reserved by calling 615-416-2001, or obtained at the museum’s box office on Nov. 11. Valid military ID is required to claim tickets. Due to limited capacity, advanced reservations are highly recommended. Active duty and retired armed services members will also receive a 10 percent discount at the Museum Store and the Hatch Show Print retail store on Nov. 11. Tours of Hatch Show Print and Historic RCA Studio B are offered for a fee, based on availability.
Visitors to the museum’s website can also listen to a selection of songs written by veterans through the museum’s partnership with CreatiVets. As a result of the collaboration — which began in 2018 — more than 115 veterans have partnered with songwriters to craft songs through the museum’s Words & Music program.
Special programming throughout the day will include:
‘Peter Cottontail’ Singer, Merv Shiner, Dies At Age 102
/by Robert K OermannMerv Shiner
Country singer Merv Shiner, who originated the children’s Easter favorite “Here Comes Peter Cottontail,” died last week in Florida at age 102.
His memorial service will take place Saturday (Nov. 4) in Tampa.
Shiner was a cast member of the WWVA Wheeling Jamboree. He also appeared on the Grand Ole Opry and starred on several early country television shows. He recorded for Decca, RCA and MGM, among other labels. Between 1949 and 1969, he placed four singles on the country popularity charts.
Mervin J. Shiner was born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania in 1921 and made his professional singing debut on local radio stations. His mother, Jennie Newton Shiner (1887-1953), was an accomplished singer, and she urged him to pursue a show-business career. She also performed with him. Billed as “Mervin Shiner and His Mother,” the duo began broadcasting in Pennsylvania in 1936.
He worked in a Los Angeles defense plant during World War II, then reunited with his mother and landed a spot on Dave Miller’s country TV show in Newark, New Jersey in 1948. He also guested on several early country television programs in New York City. These appearances brought him to the attention of future Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member Vaughn Horton (1911-1988), who arranged a recording contract with Decca Records.
Shiner debuted on the country charts in 1949 with “Why Don’t You Haul Off and Love Me,” which became a top 10 hit. The song was also successful for Bob Atcher and for Wayne Raney, who co-wrote it.
Later in 1949, Decca producer Paul Cohen brought Shiner a new song and asked him to learn it. Shiner was reluctant, since he considered himself to be a country singer, not a kiddie music maker. But Cohen was certain that “Peter Cottontail” was a hit.
Shiner’s version of the song debuted on the country hit parade in early 1950 and eventually sold a million. “Peter Cottontail” was also popularized by Gene Autry, Jimmy Wakely, Johnnie Lee Wills, Fran Allison, Rosemary Clooney, Roy Rogers, Hank Snow, Frank Luther and Guy Lombardo. As a result of the hit, Shiner was invited to appear on the Opry, where he was introduced by Hank Williams. By 1953, he was a regular on the World’s Original Jamboree in West Virginia.
He signed with RCA Victor Records. The label issued “Mr. Sandman,” “You’re Free to Go” and several other singles, but none charted.
In 1954, he appeared on Pee Wee King’s television show in Cleveland, Ohio. Shiner was also a guest on Jubilee U.S.A., the landmark network country TV show from Springfield, Missouri hosted by Red Foley.
In 1965, Merv Shiner was featured in the movie Second Fiddle to a Steel Guitar alongside Merle Kilgore, Dottie West, Jimmy Dickens, Minnie Pearl, Lefty Frizzell, Kitty Wells, Faron Young, Webb Pierce, Connie Smith and a bevy of other country headliners. Shiner reemerged on the country charts as an MGM artist in the late 1960s. Both “Big Brother” (1967) and “Too Hard to Say I’m Sorry” (1969) were co-written and produced by Jack Clement.
Shiner ran his own song firm in Music City, Ly-Rann Publishing. He co-wrote Jan Howard’s 1969 hit “We Had All the Good Things Going” and his songs were also recorded by Billie Jo Spears, Dolly Parton, Charley Pride and others.
In 1970-71, Merv Shiner was the A&R director at the Nashville office of Certron Records. The label released his version of the Crosby, Stills & Nash pop hit “Teach Your Children,” as well as his albums Life Is Lovin’ What You’re Made For (1970) and Greatest Christmas Kiddie Hits (1970). Certron also marketed the music of Johnny Paycheck, Elton Britt, Bobby Helms and Pozo Seco (featuring future solo star Don Williams).
Shiner recorded for a number of independent labels in the 1970s and 1980s. He retired in 2004. In later years, he sang with his wife Marilyn and played the Martin Guitar he’d had since 1937. In 2021, the Nashville local of the Musicians Union recognized him with a proclamation on his 100th birthday. He was the local’s oldest member, according to Local 257 president Dave Pomeroy.
Mervin Shiner died on Oct. 23. He is survived by his wife Marilyn, by son Michael and by three granddaughters.
Saturday’s memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. at the First Reformed Church of Tampa (8283 W. Hillsborough Ave.). Burial will be in the family plot in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Brian Kelley, Jason Aldean & Friends Open Papa Surf Burger Bar In Florida
/by Lorie HollabaughPapa Surf Burger Bar Partners Jason Aldean, Brittany Aldean, Brittney Kelley, Brian Kelley, Tom Glavine And Chris Glavine. Photo: Justin Mrusek
Brian and Brittney Kelley, Jason and Brittany Aldean and baseball Hall Of Famer Tom Glavine and his wife Chris have partnered to open a new restaurant in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the Papa Surf Burger Bar.
The group hosted a private celebration on Sunday (Oct. 29) for the grand opening of the restaurant, which marks the second business owned by the Kelleys in the area, who also opened the brick-and-mortar location for their Tribe Kelley line, Tribe Kelley Surf Post, in 2018.
Welcoming family and close friends to an intimate menu sampling of made-to-order burgers like “The Beach Cowboy” and “Burnin’ It Down,” the 50 guests raised a toast with a signature house drink called “Papa’s Punch” and champagne. In addition, Brian treated the crowd to a full band show live from the Cortney Bishop-designed restaurant, performing songs including his new single “See You Next Summer” and “Dirt Cheap,” plus previewing some unreleased tracks from his upcoming debut album with Big Machine Records. Jason also joined Kelley for his hit “Burnin’ It Down,” which Brian co-wrote.
“My wife Brittney and I are just so fired up that the Papa Surf Burger Bar is officially open,” shares Brian. “There will be so many special moments and memories made there. The vibe is real, the energy is great, and the burgers are next level. We’re so thankful to our partners for dreaming this all up together, and our team for working so hard to bring our vision to life.”
Papa Surf Burger Bar is now open to the public.
FBMM Names Erica Rosa & Jen Conger As Owners
/by LB CantrellJen Conger & Erica Rosa
FBMM has named Jen Conger and Erica Rosa as owners of the entertainment business management firm.
“Jen and Erica have been key members of FBMM’s leadership for years, and each of the other owners and I are proud to have them step into this circle,” says Duane Clark, Co-Owner, President and Chairman of FBMM. “Erica and Jen have carved their own unique paths at FBMM and have earned the trust and respect of our clients and our employees.”
Conger is a powerhouse business manager known for her expertise in overall royalty analysis, domestic and international touring, sponsorship and endorsement deal negotiations, commercial insurance, and estate planning. She oversees more than $90 million in revenue each year on behalf of her clients, who have collectively received more than 60 Grammy nominations and 19 Grammy Award wins and represent all genres of music.
Making history at FBMM, Conger became the first female associate business manager in the firm’s history and did so at a record pace. Five years later, she earned yet another highly coveted promotion—this time advancing to the position of business manager.
“As someone who did not initially set out to work in the music industry, I am incredibly thankful to FBMM and the owners who saw something in me,” shares Conger. “That opportunity allowed me to develop my skill set, work hard and get where I am today. I am also honored to be on this new journey alongside Erica, who has blazed her own trail at FBMM and in the industry.”
Rosa joined FBMM as the firm’s first full-time royalty employee and was named Vice President of Royalties & Contract Compliance in 2021. She is directly responsible for growing the department into the highly respected one that it is today. Her division handles strategic contract negotiation and compliance, royalty audits, catalog sales, and record label administration.
From 2020 to 2023, Rosa relocated to Los Angeles to help the firm establish its L.A. office. During her tenure at FBMM, she has played pivotal roles in multiple eight- and nine-figure catalog sales and has overseen unpaid royalty recoveries and prevention of loss revenue in excess of $200 million.
“I am grateful to the owners for giving me the entrepreneurial freedom and trust to dream big on what the Royalties and Contract Compliance division at FBMM could and should be,” says Rosa. “I’m proud of how the division has grown and the way my team truly works in lockstep with each artist’s team. Now, as an owner, I am enthusiastic to continue the forward-facing relationships we’ve built in a role that is typically very behind-the-scenes.”
Reservoir Inks New Deal With Multi-Platinum Writer-Producer Brent Maher [Exclusive]
/by LB CantrellBrent Maher. Photo: Rod McGaha
Reservoir has signed a new publishing deal for the future works of seven-time Grammy Award-winning and multi-Platinum writer-producer Brent Maher. This deal builds on the company’s 2018 acquisition of rights to Maher’s full catalog.
Maher is best known for his work with The Judds, whom he discovered in 1983 and would go on to produce all 10 of their albums. He co-wrote and produced the duo’s “Why Not Me,” which topped Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and earned the ACM’s Song of the Year award. Maher has also worked on many of The Judds’ other hits such as “Girls Night Out,” “Rockin’ with the Rhythm of the Rain,” “I Know Where I’m Going,” “Let Me Tell You About Love” and “Born To Be Blue,” among others.
Maher was recently a part of The Judds’ 40th anniversary tribute album, collaborating on all tracks but one for the project. The album features stars from country music and beyond, including Wynonna Judd, Blake Shelton, Dolly Parton, Gwen Stefani, Jelly Roll, Reba McEntire and more.
Beyond his work with The Judds, Maher has also co-written several hits by Johnny Reid, including the CCMA Single of the Year “A Woman Like You” and Juno-nominated Single of the Year “Let’s Go Higher.” He is also an award-winning engineer, with notable credits including Ike & Tina Turner’s “Proud Mary” and The 5th Dimension’s “Age of Aquarius,” plus titles by Willie Nelson, Duke Ellington, Chuck Berry, Sammy Davis Jr. Gladys Knight, Sly and the Family Stone and more.
“Brent has worked on so many iconic country records and continues to produce, write, and engineer some of the genre’s best music. His work on A Tribute To The Judds and the star-studded features on the album showcase just how meaningful his influence is to artists in country music and beyond,” shares John Ozier, Reservoir Executive Vice President of Creative. “We are honored to be working with him and look forward to supporting the legacy of his music, old and new.”
Maher adds, “I’m very happy to be in business with John and the entire staff at Reservoir on my new endeavors and back catalog.”
Chris Stapleton Enters Top 10 On MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart
/by LB CantrellChris Stapleton. Photo: Becky Fluke
Chris Stapleton joins the top 10 on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart this week, jumping from No. 13 to No. 9.
Stapleton is a co-writer on both of his currently charting tunes, “White Horse” and “It Takes A Woman.” Both appear on Stapleton’s upcoming new album Higher, due out Nov. 10.
Zach Bryan maintains his position at the top of the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart for the eighth consecutive week this week, while Ashley Gorley (No. 2), Tracy Chapman (No. 3), Jelly Roll (No. 4) and Chase McGill (No. 5) complete the top five.
The weekly MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart uses algorithms based upon song activity according to airplay, digital download track sales and streams. This unique and exclusive addition to the MusicRow portfolio is the only songwriter chart of its kind.
Click here to view the full MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart.