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The Nashville Symphony Orchestra will back musical guests including Amy Grant, Ricky Skaggs, the Gatlin Brothers, Tracy Lawrence, The Booth Brothers […]
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The Brothers of the Sun Tour, with Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw, has officially hit the one million ticket mark, cementing its position as the hottest tour of the year […]
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Senate Subcommittee leaders urge FTC to review UMG acquisition of EMI • Jay Frank profiled by Tennessean • Live It Now launches in Nashville • Spin Doctors Music Group adds management arm, new staffer
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Steven Curtis Chapman has signed a recording agreement with Provident Music Group and his first release for the label, a Christmas album titled Joy, is due in October […]
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Chris Young reunited with Wounded Warrior friend • HarperCollins names president of new Christian division • Blackjack Billy signs for booking representation • New contact info for Clover Marketing & Management
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Pete Fisher and Kari Estrin created the songwriting contest to honor Chris Austin, a member of Reba McEntire’s band, recording artist and songwriter […]
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Following an appearance on Good Morning America yesterday (7/31), the band will be back in New York City to perform on the Fox & Friends All-American Summer Concert Series […]
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Spooner-Faulk joins CDX • CRS “Crazy Days” rate expiring • 2012 Radio Show • Address updates for Keaton Music Ventures and Evolution PR • Berkleemusic names new CEO
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The Marshall Tucker Band’s Stuart Swanlund Passes
/by Eric T. ParkerSwanlund was the longest standing member of the band since 1985 when he started playing slide guitar for the group […]
Gibson to Pay $350,000 Fine in Illegal Wood Case
/by Eric T. ParkerUnder the allegations, the Nashville-based company violated the Lacey Act by illegally importing ebony and rosewood […]
Haley Joins InstiGator Entertainment
/by MichelleDavid Haley has joined InstiGator Entertainment as a partner in the newly launched consulting division […]
Marcus Hummon’s Pilgrimage—Part 1
/by contributorA letter to a young songwriter Marcus Hummon […]
Artist News (8/6/12)
/by Eric T. ParkerLittle Big Town Performs Good Afternoon America Theme • Katie Armiger on ABC • The Lost Trailers Olympic Theme • Willie Nelson Bus Sale
Big Machine to Release “A Very Special Christmas 25th Anniversary” Collection
/by Eric T. ParkerThis 25th Anniversary marks more than $100 million raised through “A Very Special Christmas” album series […]
Michael W. Smith Embarks on First-Ever USO Tour
/by Eric T. ParkerMichael W. Smith will visit the Caribbean nation of Guantanamo Bay, Cuba on his first-ever […]
Pandora Announces July 2012 Audience Metrics
/by Sherod RobertsonPandora has released new metrics for the month of July 2012 which include […]
Country Weekly Adds Senior Staffers
/by FreemanCountry Weekly Editor-In-Chief Lisa Konicki has announced two new hires to the country lifestyle publication’s senior staff […]
Americana Board Announces Business Operation Changes
/by Eric T. ParkerChanges to business operations including Executive Committee; new accounting firm; new leadership ascension plan and changes to bylaws […]
Restless Heart to Host Second “Music With a Mission” Benefit
/by Eric T. ParkerThe Nashville Symphony Orchestra will back musical guests including Amy Grant, Ricky Skaggs, the Gatlin Brothers, Tracy Lawrence, The Booth Brothers […]
Industry Ink (8/06/12)
/by FreemanMusic execs join Make-A-Wish Board • Tom Long elected as President of GMIA […]
Brothers of the Sun Hits One Million Mark
/by MichelleThe Brothers of the Sun Tour, with Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw, has officially hit the one million ticket mark, cementing its position as the hottest tour of the year […]
Nashvillians Make Billboard’s “Power Players” List
/by FreemanBillboard has released its annual “Power Players: Forty Under Forty list of young music executives who are moving the music industry forward […]
Friday Artist Update (8/3/12)
/by Eric T. ParkerNotorious Cherry Bombs Reunite • Barry Gibb Plays Opry • Jon Pardi’s Videos • Bonnie Bishop’s Album • Rachele Lynae’s Benefit
Snapshots (8/03/12)
/by MichelleBLMG Artists Perform at Brickyard 400 • Carrie Underwood at Boston’s CMA Songwriters Series • Bucky Covington Honored at IAFF Convention
Industry Ink (8/03/12)
/by FreemanSenate Subcommittee leaders urge FTC to review UMG acquisition of EMI • Jay Frank profiled by Tennessean • Live It Now launches in Nashville • Spin Doctors Music Group adds management arm, new staffer
Kristy Lee Cook Joins Ram Truck Summer Tour
/by Eric T. ParkerCook is currently in the studio working on her debut single with New Voice and executive producer Jason Aldean […]
Steven Curtis Chapman Partners With Provident Music Group
/by FreemanSteven Curtis Chapman has signed a recording agreement with Provident Music Group and his first release for the label, a Christmas album titled Joy, is due in October […]
SoundLand Venue and Performers Announced
/by MichelleSoundLand is set for an all-new location in 2012, and will bring fans to the lawn at Riverfront Park in downtown Nashville […]
Mike Eli Welcomes Baby Girl
/by Sarah SkatesMike Eli and wife Kacey welcomed their first child on Mon., July 30 […]
Leadership Music Announces New Board, Staff Updates
/by Eric T. ParkerLeadership Music has selected 13 new board members and made changes to its staff […]
Stark Exits Radio-Info.com
/by FreemanVeteran Nashville journalist Phyllis Stark is among those exiting Radio-Info.com today (Friday, Aug. 3) […]
Weekly Chart Report (8/3/2012)
/by FreemanIt was only a matter of time, really. Little Big Town released the irresistible “Pontoon” on the cusp of summer […]
Charlie Cook On Air: Pushing Music
/by contributorI was driving home the other night listening to WKKW in Morgantown. At 7:30 PM they run a competition between two records […]
Kathy Mattea To Celebrate New Album In Nashville
/by Sarah SkatesShe co-produced the album with Gary Paczosa and recruited top musicians including […]
McGraw Gives Exclusive Interview About Homefront Program
/by Eric T. ParkerSpeaks to ACM about his program, which has awarded 18 homes to deserving families […]
Industry Ink (8/02/12)
/by FreemanChris Young reunited with Wounded Warrior friend • HarperCollins names president of new Christian division • Blackjack Billy signs for booking representation • New contact info for Clover Marketing & Management
Songwriter Bob McDill to be Honored at ASCAP Awards
/by Eric T. ParkerMcDill penned titles including “Gone Country,” “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful,” “Why Didn’t I Think of That,” “All the Good Ones Are Gone” […]
Arista Nashville Names New Regional Promo Rep
/by FreemanHalie Hampton has been named to the post of Manager, Regional Promotion for Arista Nashville, it was announced today […]
Chris Austin Songwriting Contest Accepting Online Entries
/by Eric T. ParkerPete Fisher and Kari Estrin created the songwriting contest to honor Chris Austin, a member of Reba McEntire’s band, recording artist and songwriter […]
ZBB’s Southern Ground Music & Food Festival Reveals Line Up
/by Sarah SkatesThe event will descend on Nashville’s Lawn at Riverfront Park Sept. 21-22 […]
Snapshots (8/2/12)
/by MichelleBrian White & SB21 Music • Gloriana at Pepsi Billboard Summer Beats Concert Series • CMHOF Honors Kye Fleming
Nashville Songwriter Lands “Today Show” Performance
/by FreemanNashville songwriter Paul Sikes recently got the opportunity of a lifetime after doing what writers typically do: play a round at the Bluebird […]
Arby’s Sweepstakes Features Trace Adkins
/by Eric T. ParkerThree ultimate winners will receive a grand prize VIP concert experience […]
Musicians Corner Returns For Fall Season in September
/by Eric T. ParkerPerforming the kick off event are The Blind Boys of Alabama, a Nashville Symphony quartet, Karen Elson and Jeremy Lister […]
Soundland Earlybird Pre-Sale Tickets Available
/by MichelleEarlybird pre-sale tickets are now available for SoundLand 2012, which is scheduled for October 6 in Nashville, TN […]
Dierks Bentley Tapped to Host ACM Honors
/by Sherod RobertsonCountry artist Dierks Bentley has been tapped to host the 6th annual ACM Honors to be held […]
Spotify Claims 4 Million Paid Subscribers
/by FreemanDigital music service Spotify says it now has 15 million active users and 4 million paid subscribers worldwide […]
Christian Singer Mac Powell Releasing Country Album
/by Eric T. ParkerMac Powell, front man of the Atlanta-based Christian band Third Day, will release his self-titled debut Country album […]
Aaron Lewis to Host Charity Golf Tournament
/by MichelleThe first Aaron Lewis Invitational Charity Golf Tournament is set for Saturday, August 11 in Bernardson, MA […]
Mark Your Calendar (August 2012)
/by Eric T. ParkerAlbum Releases • Single Releases • Industry Events
Gloriana Releases Sophomore Album
/by Eric T. ParkerFollowing an appearance on Good Morning America yesterday (7/31), the band will be back in New York City to perform on the Fox & Friends All-American Summer Concert Series […]
Miller and Lauderdale to Co-Host New Radio Show
/by Freeman“The Buddy & Jim Show” will be broadcast from Miller’s home studio in Nashville, and feature interviews and performances from roots music stars […]
Gaylord To Lay Off Almost 200 Employees
/by Sarah SkatesEmployees will be affected as part of a pending deal for Marriott to manage Gaylord’s four resort hotel properties […]
DISClaimer Single Reviews (8/01/12)
/by Robert K OermannThere is zero major-label product in the country reviewing stack this week, but there’s still plenty of quality listening to be had […]
Industry Ink (7/31/12)
/by FreemanSpooner-Faulk joins CDX • CRS “Crazy Days” rate expiring • 2012 Radio Show • Address updates for Keaton Music Ventures and Evolution PR • Berkleemusic names new CEO
Samsung Launches Music Hub Streaming Service
/by FreemanThe Premium version is $9.99/month and offers unlimited streaming and customized radio stations […]
Familiar Faces Form New Band: Skyline Motel
/by Eric T. ParkerFounded by Sarah Buxton, Kate York, Daniel Tashian, and Ian Fitchuk; support from Tom Bukovac, David LaBruyere and Richard Bennett […]
Underwood and Bentley to Perform on CBS Special
/by Eric T. ParkerArtists will perform during the upcoming “Teachers Rock” special on CBS to benefit education […]