Industry Ink: Americana Music Association, Hot Schatz PR, Plowboy Records, Music City Media

City Of Nashville Honors Americana Music Association

Pictured (L-R): Cliff O’Sullivan (Pres. AMA Board of Directors), Kenneth Pattengale (Milk Carton Kids), Rodney Crowell, Jed Hilly (Exec. Dir. Americana Music Association), Mary Gauthier, Councilwoman Nancy VanReece, Whitney Holmes (Americana Music Association), Sarah Comardelle (Americana Music Association), Michele Rhoades (Americana Music Association), Jim Lauderdale, Tim Fink (Americana Board/SESAC), Councilman Jeff Syracuse, Danna Strong (Americana Music Association) and Councilwoman Mina Johnson. Photo: Councilmember Kathleen Murphy

Americana Music Association was honored on Tuesday evening (Nov. 15) by Nashville’s Metro Council with a special resolution drafted and proposed by Councilwoman Nancy VanReece, Councilwoman Mina Johnson and Councilman Jeff Syracuse. Resolution No. RS2016-410 recognizes the significant cultural contributions and tourism impact of the Americana Music Association, its volunteer Board of Directors, and Executive Director Jed Hilly.

On hand to witness the special presentation were volunteer board members, members of the Americana Music Association staff and artists including Kenneth Pattengale of the Milk Carton Kids, Rodney Crowell, Mary Gauthier and Jim Lauderdale.

“Americana is the heart and soul of Nashville, and we are truly honored to be recognized by the Metro Council and especially appreciate Councilwoman Nancy VanReece for her commitment to the artists in our community,” said Hilly following the presentation.

Hot Schatz PR Signs American Soul Singer-Songwriter/Producer Brian Owens

Brian Owens

Media and artist development firm Hot Schatz PR has signed American Soul singer-songwriter and producer Brian Owens to its roster.

Owens gained national recognition in 2011 as the lead singer of the Air National Guard band Sidewinder, whose video drew more than 2.5 million YouTube viewers and led to national appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Entertainment Tonight and more. Owens released his critically-acclaimed debut album Moods and Messages, distributed by Sony/BDG/Red, in 2012. Since then he has toured with Ramsey Lewis and Michael McDonald, and performed for First Lady Michelle Obama. Owens also recorded a duet with McDonald, which will release in early 2017.

 

Plowboy Records Inks Distribution Agreement With Select-O-Hits

Pictured (L-R): Shannon Pollard, Plowboy Records; Johnny Phillips, Select-O-Hits

Plowboy Records has inked a distribution agreement for its recording catalog with Select-O-Hits. Plowboy Records was formed by Eddy Arnold’s grandson, Shannon Pollard and Select-O-Hits is the distribution arm of the Phillips family (Sun Records) in Memphis. The Plowboy Catalog includes titles from the Kentucky Headhunters, Blackfoot Gypsies, Bobby Bare Sr. and Paul Burch.   

 

Music City Media Moves Offices

Music City Media has moved to a new location, with its new offices at 21 Music Square West, First Floor in Nashville. Music City Media is led by Kat Atwood and Jeff Prescott, and supports clients including Buddy Lee Attractions, Allie Louise, Mike Smith, and more.