Author Archive: Caitlin Rantala
InstiGator Hires Quigley; Thorpe Joins Warner
InstiGator Entertainment recently hired Brooks Quigley as Director of Promotion. Quigley will join Gator Michaels and Mallory Opheim at InstiGator Entertainment’s Nashville office. “I’ve had the honor of working with Brooks over the last decade and am fortunate to bring someone with his blend of expertise and experience, in both radio and records, into our […]
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Word Entertainment Celebrates 60 Years
Word Entertainment, the Christian music division of Warner Music Group, commemorates its 60th anniversary in the industry this year. The label’s 60 year milestone coincides with the Sept. 20 release of Word: Six Decades of Hits, a 3-CD set including 51 songs and bonus recordings. The set is divided up into three parts: The Early […]
Rimes To Release New Album With A New Perspective
In her upcoming album, Lady & Gentlemen, LeAnn Rimes puts a feminine twist on songs previously recorded by male artists. Slated for release Sept. 27, Rimes covers country artists such as Waylon Jennings, George Jones and Merle Haggard. “This album was born out of the memories of when I first fell in love with country […]
Hank Williams Box Set Released
Time Life and the Estate of Hank Williams released Hank Williams: The Legend Begins earlier this month as a 3-CD box set. The newly-released material features previously unreleased recordings from Hank Williams when he was fifteen and seventeen years old, including the songs “Fan It” and “Alexander’s Ragtime Band.” The set also features recordings of […]
Hall Of Fame Exhibit To Feature Owens And Haggard
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum opens a new exhibit, The Bakersfield Sound: Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, and California Country, on Saturday, March 24, 2012. Slated for a two year run, the exhibit will explore the significance of the Bakersfield Sound and follow the timeline of its development. The exploration is specifically geared […]
Artists Give Back With Benefit Concerts And More
The Judds for Franklin Theater • Jimmy Wayne saves the music • Stars at America’s Greatest Picnic • 30 Days of Hope • Martina Fans Making Strides • Holiday Notes From Home
Photography Book Follows Jamey Johnson’s Journey
Friends and industry mentors provide insight into the songwriter and artist.
Grammy Museum, Opry To Honor Randy Travis
Randy Travis is celebrating 25 years in country music tonight at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles, and next month at the Grand Ole Opry.
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IEBA Reveals Award Noms, Adds Showcases
IEBA’s showcase line-up and educational panels are growing with three newly announced additions to the schedule. The annual industry conference runs Oct. 2 – Oct. 4 in Nashville, TN.
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Swift Package Due In Time For Holidays
Taylor Swift’s Broadway inspired Speak Now World Tour is coming to a living room near you. Swift announced today that the show will be released as CD/DVD and CD/Blu-ray sets. The sets can be purchased in stores and through online retailers starting Monday, Nov. 21, in time for the holiday season. Click here to watch […]
All For The Hall Los Angeles
Evening focuses on guitars and their stories, and includes a surprise announcement from Gibson about a special limited-run guitar.
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