Is radio losing the mantle as the number one source for music introduction to the country fan? In a word, no. In a full sentence, maybe just a little bit […]
In the latest MusicRow Chart, Luke Bryan hangs on to the No. 1 spot for a second consecutive week while Taylor Swift and Uncle Kracker battle for adds […]
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Kirt Webster, President of Webster & Associates Public Relations, and Karen Tallier, President of LOUDMOUTH pr, today announced a strategic alliance between their publicity firms. Webster & Associates and LOUDMOUTH pr will continue to work independently, and will also work on multiple client campaigns together. Initially they will co-represent Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Blaster Records, home to Hank Williams Jr., […]
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Broken Bow Records VP of National Promotion Lee Adams is an important part of the team that has launched the careers of Jason Aldean, Dustin Lynch and more. To that impressive resume she can now add Author, following the recent publication of her first novel. Titled Strawberry Wine, the story revolves around Tanya Smith, a […]
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Billboard has revealed a new methodology for a handful of its charts, including Hot Country Songs, that will give a “major consumer-influenced facelift” to its measurement tools […]
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Kristian Bush, half of country music duo Sugarland, is adding an encore performance after selling out two solo Thanksgiving weekend shows at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, GA […]
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Continuing its recent theme of pairing classic country troubadours with the hippest of crossover folkies, CMT’s next new episode of Crossroads will feature Randy Travis opposite The Avett Brothers […]
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New performers at Leadership Music Dale Franklin Awards • BMI names VP of New Media • Touring powerhouses align • Jake Owen signs for PR representation • Crystal Hoyt inks booking agreement • NSAI honors Lisa Harless
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Texas-based duo Rosehill, comprised of Blake Myers and Mitch McBain, stopped by MusicRow headquarters last week to preview a few songs for the staff […]
New performers join previously announced artists Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, Paisley, and Zac Brown Band. […]
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The weekly live broadcast, which syndicates to roughly 20 national radio stations, celebrates three years on the air when it debuts for its fall season on October 10 […]
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Charlie Cook On Air: Losing Ground
/by contributorIs radio losing the mantle as the number one source for music introduction to the country fan? In a word, no. In a full sentence, maybe just a little bit […]
Weekly Chart Report (10/12/12)
/by FreemanIn the latest MusicRow Chart, Luke Bryan hangs on to the No. 1 spot for a second consecutive week while Taylor Swift and Uncle Kracker battle for adds […]
Taylor Swift Partners With Sneaker Company
/by Eric T. ParkerLimited edition footwear available in conjunction with release of Swift’s album ‘Red’ […]
Artist Growth Secures New Partnerships
/by FreemanNashville-based music management application Artist Growth has secured new strategic partnerships […]
ACM Announces Voting Timeline for 2013
/by Eric T. ParkerThe ACM has announced the ballot timeline from professional members for its 2013 ACM Awards […]
Publicity Firms Webster and Loudmouth Team Up
/by Sarah SkatesKirt Webster, President of Webster & Associates Public Relations, and Karen Tallier, President of LOUDMOUTH pr, today announced a strategic alliance between their publicity firms. Webster & Associates and LOUDMOUTH pr will continue to work independently, and will also work on multiple client campaigns together. Initially they will co-represent Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Blaster Records, home to Hank Williams Jr., […]
Promotion Veteran Publishes Novel
/by FreemanBroken Bow Records VP of National Promotion Lee Adams is an important part of the team that has launched the careers of Jason Aldean, Dustin Lynch and more. To that impressive resume she can now add Author, following the recent publication of her first novel. Titled Strawberry Wine, the story revolves around Tanya Smith, a […]
Primetime “Nashville”: Pilot Episode
/by Sarah SkatesLoyalty—it’s the major theme running through TV series Nashville, which premiered last night (10/10) on ABC […]
Kristen Kelly To Release Self-Titled EP
/by Eric T. ParkerThe four-song EP includes Kelly’s current single, “Ex-Old Man” and three additional tracks co-written by the singer […]
Billboard Introduces New Chart Methodology
/by FreemanBillboard has revealed a new methodology for a handful of its charts, including Hot Country Songs, that will give a “major consumer-influenced facelift” to its measurement tools […]
Chesney To Perform at Sammy Hagar’s Birthday Bash
/by Eric T. ParkerKenny Chesney will perform a one-night sold-out concert this Friday, celebrating the 65th birthday of Sammy Hagar […]
Sugarland Member Sells Out Solo Shows
/by Eric T. ParkerKristian Bush, half of country music duo Sugarland, is adding an encore performance after selling out two solo Thanksgiving weekend shows at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, GA […]
Streamsound Records Signs New Artist
/by FreemanNew artist joins Jaida Dreyer on the independent label founded by Byron Gallimore and Jim Wilkes […]
Symphony Names Harmony Award Recipient
/by Sarah SkatesCountry superstar to be honored at this year’s Symphony Ball […]
Two Exit UMG Nashville
/by Sarah SkatesBeginning of changes following UMG’s acquisition of EMI […]
MusicRowPics: Parmalee Artist Visit
/by Caitlin RantalaYesterday (10/09), Stoney Creek Records’ Parmalee stopped by MusicRow headquarters before heading back out on […]
Nashvillians Among Songwriters Hall of Fame Nominees
/by Sarah SkatesVince Gill, Bobby Braddock, and Bob McDill are among the nominees for 2013 induction […]
New ‘Crossroads’ To Pair Avett Brothers and Randy Travis
/by FreemanContinuing its recent theme of pairing classic country troubadours with the hippest of crossover folkies, CMT’s next new episode of Crossroads will feature Randy Travis opposite The Avett Brothers […]
Weekly Register: Tracking Swift Mania
/by bossrossQuestion: Is it possible to sell 300,000 albums weeks before a project is released? Answer: You betcha. […]
Nokia Music Taps Eli Young Band For Launch Party
/by Sarah SkatesThe event will also benefit Musicians On Call […]
IEBA Conference Closes With Awards Presentation
/by Sarah SkatesEvent wraps following record-setting attendance […]
IEBA Talks Reality TV and the Music Industry
/by Eric T. ParkerModerator Fred Bronson led a panel discussion with Paula Abdul, Melinda Doolittle, Barry Adelman and Scott Siman during the IEBA conference […]
CMA Presents SRO Touring Industry Awards
/by Eric T. ParkerAmong the recipients of the 14 category touring awards voted by CMA members are Mary Ann McCready, Clarence Spalding and Mary Hilliard Harrington […]
SESAC Introduces Monthly Payments
/by Sarah SkatesPRO accelerates royalty distribution from quarterly to monthly […]
DISClaimer Single Reviews (10/10/12)
/by Robert K OermannReviews of the latest singles by Hunter Hayes, Bonnie Bishop, Montgomery Gentry and more […]
American Country Awards Nominees
/by FreemanLuke Bryan, Zac Brown Band, and Lady Antebellum lead nominations for the third annual American Country Awards […]
David Friedman Promoted at Sony Music Nashville
/by FreemanFriedman was most recently Director, Regional Promotion, Columbia Nashville […]
“Variety” Mag Sold To Penske Media
/by Sarah SkatesVenerable entertainment industry trade sold to Penske Media Corp. for approximately $25 million […]
Lifenotes (10/9/12)
/by FreemanEdens Edge singer weds in Arkansas • Brent Jones (Capitol) and Alicia Jones (Dennis Entertainment) welcome a new baby girl
American Music Award Nominations Announced
/by Sarah SkatesCarrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Luke Bryan earned two nominations each […]
Big Machine Music Expands Songwriting Roster
/by Eric T. ParkerSongwriter/producer Aaron Scherz has signed an exclusive songwriting agreement with Big Machine Music […]
Stagecoach 2013 Lineup Revealed
/by FreemanStagecoach 2013 is scheduled for the weekend of April 26-28 at Empire Polo Club in Indio, California […]
R.O.P.E. Awards Thursday Night
/by Sarah SkatesT.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang will perform […]
CMA and IEBA Partner For Live Music Awards
/by Eric T. ParkerThe CMA will partner with IEBA for its awards dinner and SRO (Standing Room Only) Awards presentation tonight (10/9) […]
Artist Snapshots (10/9/12)
/by FreemanJerrod Niemann • Maggie Rose • Claudia Lee • RaeLynn
Preview Aldean’s “Night Train” on iTunes
/by Sarah SkatesHear the new album in its entirety now […]
Industry Ink (10/9/12)
/by FreemanNew performers at Leadership Music Dale Franklin Awards • BMI names VP of New Media • Touring powerhouses align • Jake Owen signs for PR representation • Crystal Hoyt inks booking agreement • NSAI honors Lisa Harless
CMA Broadcast Award Winners
/by Sarah SkatesJason Aldean and Brad Paisley surprised radio professionals this week with news of their wins […]
CMT Artists of the Year to Air in December
/by FreemanPrevious honorees include Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, and Zac Brown Band […]
Oak Ridge Boys Celebrate 40th Anniversary
/by Eric T. ParkerThe Oak Ridge Boys will mark four decades of music with the a commemorative CD and The Oak Ridge Boys 40th Anniversary Tour […]
Weblinks: New Film In Nashville
/by Sarah SkatesNew U.S. head of Capitol? • Donna Summer nominated for Rock Hall induction • WSJ’s Insider’s Guide to Nashville […]
Honorees at the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Dinner
/by Sarah SkatesThe winner’s list from last night’s event […]
MusicRowPics: Rosehill Artist Visit
/by FreemanTexas-based duo Rosehill, comprised of Blake Myers and Mitch McBain, stopped by MusicRow headquarters last week to preview a few songs for the staff […]
New Performers Added to CMA Awards
/by FreemanNew performers join previously announced artists Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, Paisley, and Zac Brown Band. […]
Bobby Karl Works The Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductions
/by Bobby KarlLast night Tony Arata, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Larry Henley and Kim Williams took their places in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame […]
Music City Roots Celebrates 3rd Anniversary
/by Eric T. ParkerThe weekly live broadcast, which syndicates to roughly 20 national radio stations, celebrates three years on the air when it debuts for its fall season on October 10 […]
Show Dog and Universal Music Renew Agreement
/by FreemanThe label’s roster includes Trace Adkins, Josh Thompson, JT Hodges, Joel Crouse, Rose Falcon, Jessie James, and Krystal Keith […]
Kellie Pickler Finds New Label Home
/by Eric T. ParkerPickler has spent the past 6 years with 19/BNA Records for whom she released three albums after appearing on American Idol […]
Lynda Weingartz Promoted at AirPlay Direct
/by FreemanWeingartz joined the company in early 2011, and has created successful partnerships with Hard Rock Cafe, the IBMA and more […]
Aristo International Report Highlights CCMA Awards, Americana Week and More
/by Sarah SkatesAlso an interview with Ron Kitchener, Lady A overseas, CMC Rocks the Hunter […]