Page 1 Management Adds Nina Musolino As Manager
Danielle Middleton and Nina Musolino. Photo: Joseph Wasilewski
Nina Musolino has joined Page 1 Management as Manager. The management firm has teams in New York, Nashville, London, Auckland and Sydney. Their roster includes Grammy-winning writer and producer Joel Little, who has worked with artists such as Taylor Swift, Khalid and Imagine Dragons; and Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer Drew Pearson, whose credits include projects with Zac Brown Band, Kesha and Phillip Phillips. They also represent artist Jawsh 685, among others.
A musician herself, Musolino will be based in the company’s Nashville office, helping to promote growth while working closely with Senior Director Danielle Middleton in New York. As Manager, she will be responsible for signing and managing talent, reporting directly to Page 1 Founder & CEO Ashley Page.
“I’m so proud to welcome Nina and look forward to working hand-in-hand to help expand the services we can offer our clients,” says Middleton.
Musolino’s prior positions include Publisher and Artist Manager at Fourward Music in Nashville, where she helped develop and guide the careers of publishing and management clients. She attended Belmont University and spent her early career gaining unique insights while working at Red Light Management.
“I’ve known Nina for years and have been impressed by everything she’s accomplished so far. It’s an honor to have her join our growing U.S. team,” shares Page.
“I’m thrilled to be part of the Page 1 Management family! Excited to be working alongside an incredibly talented team, and continue to expand our presence in Nashville and beyond. Massive thanks to Ashley Page and Danielle Middleton for their love and support,” says Musolino.
Tylar Bryant & The Kentucky Gentleman Selected For First Black Opry Residency
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Tylar Bryant and brother duo The Kentucky Gentleman—made up of twins Brandon and Derek Campbell—are among the five acts that have been selected for the first Black Opry Residency, a project partnership between Philadelphia public radio station WXPN and The Black Opry, a platform for Black musicians and fans of Americana music.
Announced in November, WXPN’s Black Opry Residency supports and spotlights rising Black performers whose original music is rooted in the Americana genre. Applications were open to independent Black artists of ages 21 and over with at least three years of professional performing and recording experience.
Out of 100 applicants, Bryant and The Kentucky Gentleman were selected alongside Hudson Valley singer-songwriter Denitia, Boston-based folk artist and multi-instrumentalist Grace Givertz and Philadelphia-based performer Samantha Rise to star in the inaugural event, based on the overall excellence and quality of their craft, lyrics, production, and consideration for the point at which they are in their careers.
The Black Opry Residency will kick off in Philadelphia on March 18 and conclude with a public finale on March 24 at World Cafe Live, to highlight both individual new work and their collective talents as a group.
For more information, click here.
Underground Music Collective To Host Virtual Panel On Black Industry Professionals 
Nashville-based music publication Underground Music Collective will host a series a virtual panels, with the first focusing on the experiences of Black industry professionals.
The first panel, Succeeding as a Black Entrepreneur in the Music Industry, will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. CT. During the discussion, veterans of the music world will share their experiences navigating the industry as a Black creative, the challenges they’ve encountered and overcome as well as the lessons they have learned along the way.
“One of the first discussions our team had in determining programming for the new year was how we can invite members of our community to share their experiences in the music industry,” says Underground Music Collective Founder & CEO, Gerard Longo. “For Black History Month, we are inviting key industry leaders from our community to share their perspectives, in the hope of creating a broader dialogue.”
The discussion will be moderated by Brandi Sims, Brandinc PR CEO, and the panelists will include Sidney Eugene, Music Business Mentor at LearnMBE.com; Sacha Walton, SWI Management Founder and Author of Beyond The Music: A Music Artist Entrepreneurship Guide; and Lord Goldie, Nashville-born hip hop artist, producer and artist manager.
The virtual panel is free to attend and attendees can register on Eventbrite.
Debbie Z Entertainment & Discover Sooner Announce Songwriting Program
Publishing and management company, Debbie Z Entertainment, and advocate for unsigned songwriters and artists, Discover Sooner, have announced the Saturday Songwriting Sessions. The two-day, in-person songwriting event is designed to help songwriters and artists connect and co-write with signed songwriters. Set to take in Mt. Juliet on April 28-29, attendees will connect and participate in two co-writing sessions with six songwriters signed to major publishers.
The lineup of writers will include Doug Johnson, Don Henry, Marti Dodson, Jacob Hackworth, Lauren Hungate, Topher Brown and Jason Saenz.
The early deadline for songwriter applications is March 12, and the final deadline is April 2. Spots are limited and early applicants will receive preference. See more details here.
Trish Holman Joins Syntax Creative
Trish Holman
Independent digital distributor Syntax Creative has hired Trish Holman as a crucial member of their operations team.
Holman is the third hire in recent history and brings over 30 years of music industry experience. She began her career at Homeland Records in 1990, and was the Production Manager for Mansion Entertainment for the last 14 years.
Comedian Henry Cho Welcomed Into Grand Ole Opry Family
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R): Vince Gill, Don Schlitz, John Conlee, Henry Cho, Ben Isaacs and Steve Wariner. Photo: Chris Hollo
Comedian Henry Cho was officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry family Saturday night (Feb. 11) by his buddy Vince Gill.
Gill called out Opry members John Conlee, Ben Isaacs, Don Schlitz and Steve Wariner to join him for the special induction moment.
“I just want to say congrats. And to encourage you to come out here. That’s the best thing you can do for us and that’s why you are becoming a member; because you show up,” Gill said during the induction. “And when we’re laughing there’s nothing wrong in this world. What you get from this place is friendships, and those will mean more than the funniest joke you will ever write or the biggest hit we will ever have. So welcome to our family.”
Cho responded with a characteristic joke saying, “Thank y’all. For all of you that stood up, I hope you get out of here quickly and the ones that didn’t, I hope you get stuck in traffic. This is a great honor, and I can’t even put it into words. To have my pal Vince do this induction means the world to me. I want to thank my family and thank God—well kinda not in that order. Thank you, Grand Ole Opry.”
Cho, along with Comedian Gary Mule Deer, was surprised in January with an invitation to join the Opry by member Marty Stuart. The two comedians have each played the Opry more than 100 times and are the first comedians to be inducted as members since comedian Jerry Clower became an Opry member nearly 50 years ago. Mule Deer’s induction is set to take place on March 10.
“The Opry is going to be stronger, better, and funnier with Henry as an official member,” said Dan Rogers, Opry VP and Executive Producer. “We’re thrilled our dear friend is family.”
The War And Treaty Announce Special Guests For The ‘Lover’s Game Tour’
/by Caela GriffinThe War And Treaty will headline their “Lover’s Game” tour this spring, supported by their newly named opening acts, Kat & Alex and William Prince.
“Michael and I have been working hard to make this tour a special opportunity for fans to unite through the power of love with our new music,” Tanya Trotter says. “We are so excited to have Kat & Alex and William Prince join us on the road and we are looking forward to creating some unforgettable moments together.”
The Lover’s Game album marks the husband and wife duo’s first major-label release with Mercury Nashville. Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter were previously recognized by the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Grand Ole Opry, and won the Americana Music Association award last year for Duo/Group of the Year.
The 35-city tour, named for their upcoming album releasing Mar. 10, will kick off in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on Mar. 19 with stops in New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto before closing in Nashville, Tennessee on May 13. Limited tickets are available at thewarandtreaty.com.
“Lover’s Game Tour” Dates:
3/19 Oklahoma City, OK *
3/21 Phoenix, AZ *
3/23 Solana Beach *
3/24 Santa Ana, CA *
3/25 Pioineertown, CA *
3/26 Los Angeles, CA *
3/28 San Francisco, CA *
3/30 Portland, OR *
3/31 Seattle, WA * SOLD-OUT
4/01 Vancouver, BC, Canada *
4/03 Bozeman, MT SOLD-OUT
4/05 Salt Lake City, UT *
4/07 Denver, CO *
4/13 Louisville, KY –
4/14 St. Louis, MO –
4/15 Davenport, IA –
4/16 Minneapolis, MN –
4/19 Evanston, IL –
4/20 Grand Rapids, MI –
4/21 Detroit, MI –
4/22 Columbus, OH –
4/23 Cleveland, OH –
4/25 Buffalo, NY –
4/26 Toronto, ON, Canada
4/28 South Burlington, VT –
4/29 Brownfield, ME
4/30 Rockland, ME –
5/02 Hamden, CT –
5/03 New York, NY –
5/05 Ardmore, PA –
5/06 Washington, DC –
5/09 Charlotte, NC –
5/10 Durham, NC –
5/11 Knoxville, TN –
5/13 Nashville, TN –
* Kat & Alex Support
– William Prince Support
National Museum Of African American Music Hip Hop Exhibit Open Now
/by Lorie HollabaughThe NMAAM features gallery exhibit displays iconic pieces of the origin and cultural impact of hip hop through the lenses of four legendary artists. This is Hip Hop also showcases the work of four notable documentarians, representing the country’s four major regions (Midwest, West, East and South). Enthusiasts of the genre can experience some of the most memorable moments and performances in hip hop history through each photographer’s unique experience.
Photo: Elle Danielle/MOJO Marketing & PR
Visitors can gaze upon the photography of Chicago native, Raymond Boyd (Midwest), who rose to prominence in the early 1980s for his black-and-white pictures of notable hip pop performers visiting the Midwest, and whose in-depth interpretations were created especially for the This Is Hip Hop display; Traci Bartlow (West Coast), whose ’90s Bay Area hip hop photos were featured in Oakland Museums; Andre Leroy Davis (East Coast), an artist renowned for his must-see illustrations that satirize and comment on current events and culture; and the South’s very own, Shannon McCullum, a self-taught photographer from Atlanta with more than 25 years of experience in the music industry.
NMAAM kicked off the celebration with a conversation featuring Boyd at This is Hip Hop’s opening reception, which was led by Nashville’s radio personality and host of the Kenny Smoov Morning Show, Kenny Smoov of 92Q.
2 Lane Summer Inks With Wide Open Music For Management, Publishing
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R): Brendan Rich (Wide Open Music), Olivia Flynt (Wide Open Music Publishing), Joe Hanson (2 Lane Summer), Chris Ray (2 Lane Summer), Victoria Goodvin (Wide Open Music Publishing), Ash Bowers (Wide Open Music). Photo: Sarah Paravia
Country duo 2 Lane Summer has signed a management and publishing deal with Wide Open Music.
The duo is comprised of Joe Hanson, who hails from Naperville, Illinois, and Jackson, Mississippi native Chris Ray. From a very young age, Ray found his love for playing music at his church in Mississippi. He started his career by creating mashups of songs, which gained him traction on TikTok. Meanwhile in Illinois, Hanson was working on his own music. Since moving to Nashville, Hanson has opened for Brantley Gilbert, Randy Houser, Russell Dickerson, and Lindsay Ell.
Upon becoming a duo, both Ray and Hanson have had the opportunity to write with Matt Rogers, Jaron Boyer, Ash Bowers, Travis Hill, and Keesy Timmer.
“These guys have the talent, work ethic, vision, and music, and are so dialed in on who they are,” shares Ash Bowers, Wide Open Music Owner/Manager. “From the first meeting, everyone on our team has been beyond excited to work with 2 Lane Summer. We can’t wait to watch what’s about to happen!”
Victoria Goodvin, VP/General Manager of Wide Open Music Publishing, adds, “Chris and Joe are a delight to work with. They’ve grown so much as writers and artists over the past year and it’s only just the beginning. We’re excited for their future success!”
Jason Aldean Announces 41-City Summer ‘Highway Desperado Tour’
/by Lorie HollabaughJason Aldean has announced his 2023 “Highway Desperado Tour,” which will kick off this summer. Special guests Mitchell Tenpenny, Corey Kent and Dee Jay Silver will join Aldean on the new trek.
The 41-city headlining tour launches July 14 in Bethel, New York and will visit Atlanta, Charlotte, Portland, St. Louis, Tuscaloosa, and more before wrapping up in Tampa on Oct. 28.
Tickets go on sale starting Feb. 17 at JasonAldean.com. Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, invitation to the Jason Aldean VIP Lounge, a pre-show acoustic performance and Q&A session with Jason Aldean, a VIP gift item & more.
The Grammy-nominated, multi-Platinum entertainer released his 10th career studio album, Macon, Georgia, featuring 20 new songs and an additional 10 live tracks last year. His latest single from the project, “That’s What Tequila Does,” is currently Top 10 and climbing at radio. Since making his chart debut in 2005, Aldean has earned more Top 10 songs on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart than any other artist.
“Highway Desperado” 2023 Tour Dates:
Fri Jul 14 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Sat Jul 15 – Hartford, CT – Xfinity Theatre
Sun Jul 16 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Thu Jul 20 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
Fri Jul 21 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
Thu Jul 27 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion^
Fri Jul 28 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Sat Jul 29 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
Fri Aug 04 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium
Sat Aug 05 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre
Sun Aug 06 – Tuscaloosa, AL – Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Thu Aug 10 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
Fri Aug 11 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Fri Aug 18 – Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
Sat Aug 19 – Welch, MN – Treasure Island Amphitheater*
Thu Aug 24 – Estero, FL – Hertz Arena
Fri Aug 25 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
Sat Aug 26 – Orange Beach, AL – The Wharf Amphitheater
Thu Sep 07 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage
Fri Sep 08 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
Sat Sep 09 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Thu Sep 14 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Fri Sep 15 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Sat Sep 16 –Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Thu Sep 21 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
Fri Sep 22 – Portland, OR – RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
Sat Sep 23 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
Thu Sep 28 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
Fri Sep 29 – Irvine, CA – FivePoint Amphitheatre
Sat Sep 30 – San Bernardino, CA – Glen Helen Amphitheater
Thu Oct 05 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Fri Oct 06 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater
Sat Oct 07 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Thu Oct 12 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center+
Fri Oct 13 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center
Sat Oct 14 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Thu Oct 19 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
Fri Oct 20 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center
Sat Oct 21 – Toledo, OH – Huntington Center
Fri Oct 27 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Sat Oct 28 – Tampa, FL – MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
*Already On-Sale
^On-Sale 2/24
+On-Sale 3/3
Concord Music Publishing Promotes Courtney Allen To Sr. Dir., A&R [Exclusive]
/by LB CantrellCourtney Allen. Photo: Audrey Spillman
Concord Music Publishing has announced the promotion of Courtney Allen to Senior Director, A&R. Based in Music City, Allen is tasked with continuing to round out Concord’s Nashville roster with talent and aid in high-level signings across the company.
Allen joined Concord Nashville in October 2021 as Director, A&R. Since joining the team, she has been instrumental in signing Nashville-based singer-songwriter Justin Wilson, Runaway June’s Jennifer Wayne and more. She was a key contributor to Concord’s multifaceted catalog and publishing deals with country recording artist and songwriter Russell Dickerson as well as top country music songwriter and producer Corey Crowder.
Additionally, Allen serves an integral role in liaising with Hang Your Hat, a Concord creative venture founded by two-time ACM Songwriter of the Year, Hillary Lindsey. Notable Hang Your Hat signings include Chris LaCorte, Ben Chapman, Meg McRee and Cary Barlowe.
“Courtney is so deserving of this elevation. She is one of the most passionate and fierce advocates for songwriters that I’ve ever worked with,” says Brad Kennard, SVP of A&R at Concord Nashville. “She is a rising leader that will continue to be a key figurehead in the publishing community for many years to come, and we’re so proud she’s with us at Concord.”
Prior to joining Concord, Allen spent time as Creative Director at both BMG and Starstruck Entertainment.
Industry Ink: Page 1 Management, Black Opry Residency, Underground Music Collective, More
/by Liza AndersonPage 1 Management Adds Nina Musolino As Manager
Danielle Middleton and Nina Musolino. Photo: Joseph Wasilewski
Nina Musolino has joined Page 1 Management as Manager. The management firm has teams in New York, Nashville, London, Auckland and Sydney. Their roster includes Grammy-winning writer and producer Joel Little, who has worked with artists such as Taylor Swift, Khalid and Imagine Dragons; and Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer Drew Pearson, whose credits include projects with Zac Brown Band, Kesha and Phillip Phillips. They also represent artist Jawsh 685, among others.
A musician herself, Musolino will be based in the company’s Nashville office, helping to promote growth while working closely with Senior Director Danielle Middleton in New York. As Manager, she will be responsible for signing and managing talent, reporting directly to Page 1 Founder & CEO Ashley Page.
“I’m so proud to welcome Nina and look forward to working hand-in-hand to help expand the services we can offer our clients,” says Middleton.
Musolino’s prior positions include Publisher and Artist Manager at Fourward Music in Nashville, where she helped develop and guide the careers of publishing and management clients. She attended Belmont University and spent her early career gaining unique insights while working at Red Light Management.
“I’ve known Nina for years and have been impressed by everything she’s accomplished so far. It’s an honor to have her join our growing U.S. team,” shares Page.
“I’m thrilled to be part of the Page 1 Management family! Excited to be working alongside an incredibly talented team, and continue to expand our presence in Nashville and beyond. Massive thanks to Ashley Page and Danielle Middleton for their love and support,” says Musolino.
Tylar Bryant & The Kentucky Gentleman Selected For First Black Opry Residency
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Tylar Bryant and brother duo The Kentucky Gentleman—made up of twins Brandon and Derek Campbell—are among the five acts that have been selected for the first Black Opry Residency, a project partnership between Philadelphia public radio station WXPN and The Black Opry, a platform for Black musicians and fans of Americana music.
Announced in November, WXPN’s Black Opry Residency supports and spotlights rising Black performers whose original music is rooted in the Americana genre. Applications were open to independent Black artists of ages 21 and over with at least three years of professional performing and recording experience.
Out of 100 applicants, Bryant and The Kentucky Gentleman were selected alongside Hudson Valley singer-songwriter Denitia, Boston-based folk artist and multi-instrumentalist Grace Givertz and Philadelphia-based performer Samantha Rise to star in the inaugural event, based on the overall excellence and quality of their craft, lyrics, production, and consideration for the point at which they are in their careers.
The Black Opry Residency will kick off in Philadelphia on March 18 and conclude with a public finale on March 24 at World Cafe Live, to highlight both individual new work and their collective talents as a group.
For more information, click here.
Underground Music Collective To Host Virtual Panel On Black Industry Professionals
Nashville-based music publication Underground Music Collective will host a series a virtual panels, with the first focusing on the experiences of Black industry professionals.
The first panel, Succeeding as a Black Entrepreneur in the Music Industry, will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. CT. During the discussion, veterans of the music world will share their experiences navigating the industry as a Black creative, the challenges they’ve encountered and overcome as well as the lessons they have learned along the way.
“One of the first discussions our team had in determining programming for the new year was how we can invite members of our community to share their experiences in the music industry,” says Underground Music Collective Founder & CEO, Gerard Longo. “For Black History Month, we are inviting key industry leaders from our community to share their perspectives, in the hope of creating a broader dialogue.”
The discussion will be moderated by Brandi Sims, Brandinc PR CEO, and the panelists will include Sidney Eugene, Music Business Mentor at LearnMBE.com; Sacha Walton, SWI Management Founder and Author of Beyond The Music: A Music Artist Entrepreneurship Guide; and Lord Goldie, Nashville-born hip hop artist, producer and artist manager.
The virtual panel is free to attend and attendees can register on Eventbrite.
Debbie Z Entertainment & Discover Sooner Announce Songwriting Program
Publishing and management company, Debbie Z Entertainment, and advocate for unsigned songwriters and artists, Discover Sooner, have announced the Saturday Songwriting Sessions. The two-day, in-person songwriting event is designed to help songwriters and artists connect and co-write with signed songwriters. Set to take in Mt. Juliet on April 28-29, attendees will connect and participate in two co-writing sessions with six songwriters signed to major publishers.
The lineup of writers will include Doug Johnson, Don Henry, Marti Dodson, Jacob Hackworth, Lauren Hungate, Topher Brown and Jason Saenz.
The early deadline for songwriter applications is March 12, and the final deadline is April 2. Spots are limited and early applicants will receive preference. See more details here.
Trish Holman Joins Syntax Creative
Trish Holman
Independent digital distributor Syntax Creative has hired Trish Holman as a crucial member of their operations team.
Holman is the third hire in recent history and brings over 30 years of music industry experience. She began her career at Homeland Records in 1990, and was the Production Manager for Mansion Entertainment for the last 14 years.
Vince Gill Celebrates 20th Anniversary Of Hit Album ‘Next Big Thing’
/by LB CantrellVince Gill is marking the 20th anniversary of Next Big Thing, his 11th album for MCA Nashville, which released on Feb. 11, 2003.
Next Big Thing was the first album Gill produced himself. It has garnered 11 million global streams since its release with songs such as the title track, “Someday,” “Young Man’s Town” and “In These Last Few Days.”
To celebrate the occasion, the video for “Someday” was remastered in HD. The video made its broadcast premiere on CMT, CMT Music and ViacomCBS Times Square Billboards.
“Someday” was written by Gill and Richard Marx, and served as the second single from Gill’s album. It reached the Top 30 on the R&R Top Country Top 50 chart.
“Next Big Thing was a collection of songs that I’m really proud of as a songwriter,” says Gill. “It was also the first record of my own I ever produced, and I was pleased to discover the process was still the same—great musicians, great engineers—all with a common goal, to serve a song.” Adds Gill, “I was honored to have written ‘Someday’ with a dear old friend, Richard Marx, one of the most talented guys I’ve ever known.”
WMG Corp. Q1 Results: Music Publishing Shows Double-Digit Revenue Growth
/by LB CantrellWarner Music Group Corp. has announced its first-quarter financial results for the period ended December 31, 2022.
“Music’s value, power, and ubiquity are among the many reasons I decided to join WMG and lead the next phase of our evolution,” shares Robert Kyncl, CEO. “As we navigate a challenging business environment, we expect to have a strong release schedule in the second half of 2023 while managing our costs throughout. The foundations of this company are strong, and our addressable market is continuously growing. We are excited to drive new monetization opportunities through our investments in new artists and songwriters, our catalog, and our global expansion.”
“Our results reflect our resilience and operational discipline in the face of macroeconomic headwinds, as well as the impact of the extra week in the prior-year quarter,” adds Eric Levin, CFO, Warner Music Group. “Our continued focus on efficiency enabled us to deliver strong operating and free cash flow growth, even while certain revenue lines came under pressure. We are enthusiastic about our release schedule for the second half of the fiscal year, which will feature amazing music from some of our biggest artists.”
Financial Highlights:
– Underlying Growth in Total Streaming Revenue Despite a Challenged Macroeconomic
– Environment and the Impact of an Additional Week in the Prior-Year Quarter
– Continued Momentum in Music Publishing with Double-Digit Revenue Growth
– Adjusted OIBDA Margin Improvement Underpinned by Disciplined Operating Performance
– Robust Growth in Operating and Free Cash Flow with Strong Conversion
For the three months ended December 31, 2022:
– Total revenue decreased 8% or 3% in constant currency
– Digital revenue decreased 5% or 1% in constant currency
– Net income was $124 million versus $188 million in the prior-year quarter
– OIBDA increased 9% to $349 million versus $320 million in the prior-year quarter or 16% in constant currency
– Adjusted OIBDA decreased 6% to $335 million versus $355 million in the prior-year quarter or was flat in constant currency
– Cash provided by operating activities increased 62% to $209 million versus $129 million in the prior-year quarter
Read the full report here.
Matt Stell’s New EP ‘One Of Us’ Out Now
/by Lorie HollabaughMatt Stell is releasing a new six-song EP, One Of Us, today (Feb. 10) across all streaming platforms.
An Arkansas native, Stell slips easily back into his roots for One Of Us, matching life experience with universal truth. Three tunes were co-written by Stell with Jessie Jo Dillon, Chase McGill, Randy Montana, and more, while another track “This One’s Gonna Hurt,” was penned by Michael Hardy and Tyler Hubbard.
Exploring themes like heartbreaks and nights that hurt so good, or big dreams that drive small-town kids from home, cuts include Stell’s latest single “Man Made,” the hard-rocking power ballad “One Of Us,” and a jacked-up romance in “Shut The Truck Up.”
Stell will make an appearance at the Grand Ole Opry on Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14), before heading out for a three-show run of European arenas as part of C2C: Country to Country 2023 in early March.
One Of Us Track List:
1. “One Of Us” (Gavin Slate, James Barker, Jim McCormick, Travis Wood) ^
2. “Shut The Truck Up” (Matt Stell, Jessie Jo Dillon, Chase McGill) ^
3. “Man Made” (Brett Sheroky, Ian Christian) ^
4. “This One’s Gonna Hurt” (James McNair, Michael Hardy, Cameron Montgomery, Tyler Hubbard)
5. “Roots In This Ground” (Matt Stell, Randy Montana, Nick Walsh, Joe Fox) ^
6. “Somewhere Over The Radio” (Matt Stell, Clint Lagerberg) *
^ Produced by Matt Stell and Ash Bowers
* Produced by Clint Lagerberg