Category: Artist
New Artists Visit “MusicRow” To Debut Songs
MusicRow’s conference room is a happening place this week, with visits from rising artists Kip Moore and Jason Jones.
Michael Martin Murphey Signs; Amber Hayes Visits
Michael Martin Murphey, who’s hits include “Wildfire,” “Carolina In The Pines,” and “What’s Forever For,” has signed an agency representation agreement with New Hampshire-based Skyline Music says company President Bruce Houghton. (Not connected with Nashville’s Skyline Music/Skyville Records.) “We’re excited to be working with Michael Martin Murphey; not just because of his rich past, but […]
“Carolina” Mines Gold For Eric Church
EMI Records Nashville celebrated the RIAA Gold certification of Eric Church’s Carolina Tuesday night (7/12). Industry revelers and Church team members gathered at Nashville’s Whiskey Bent Saloon to mark the success of the album that produced hit singles “Love Your Love The Most,” “Hell On The Heart” and “Smoke A Little Smoke.” Producer Jay Joyce, […]
Category: Artist, Featured, Label, Sales/Marketing
Marlee Scott Showcases New Material In Nashville
Bigride Records artist Marlee Scott showcased in front of a music industry crowd at Red Rooster on Demonbreun yesterday (7/12). At the private event, Scott gave attendees a sneak preview of the video for her current single “Beautiful Maybe,” which was directed by Wes Edwards. Scott followed that with a set of new songs including […]
LifeNews: Pete Huttlinger Benefit; Billy Lynn’s Brother
MusicRow’s thoughts are with musician Pete Huttlinger, publisher Billy Lynn, and their families.
Category: Artist, Featured, Publishing
Industry Salutes Easton Corbin’s Hot-Streak
Easton Corbin was feted at a lunchtime celebration today (7/13) at BMI’s Music Row offices. The Mercury Records artist is the only solo male in the last 17 years to have his first two singles reach the top of the radio charts.
Category: Artist, Exclusive, Featured, Label, Organizations, Publishing, Radio
Shepherd Cultivates Where Country Grows Release
Ashton Shepherd’s sophomore album Where Country Grows hit stores yesterday (7/12), and the young MCA singer/songwriter is making the media rounds to support it. The album’s title track and second single is currently going for adds at country radio.
Category: Artist, Featured, Radio, Sales/Marketing
Industry Ink Wednesday (7/13)
CMA ballot • Diesel Records • DDEX • Natalie Kilgore • Taillight TV • Belmont/NSAI • Publicity signings • Trisha Cunningham • Netflix
Category: Artist, Featured, Label, Organizations, Touring
Hall of Fame Preps Chet Atkins Exhibit
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum will pay tribute to one of country music’s most versatile and visionary artists, Chet Atkins with a new exhibit opening Friday, Aug. 12. Chet Atkins: Certified Guitar Player will run for 10 months and is made possible by the Gretsch Company with additional support by GAC. Highlights […]
Category: Artist, Featured, Organizations
Bluegrass Musician Kenny Baker Passes
Acclaimed bluegrass fiddler Kenny Baker died Friday, July 8, 2011 at age 85. The Kentucky native, best known as one of Bill Monroe’s Blue Grass Boys, influenced future generations of fiddle players with his “long-bow” style. His four-decade career included about 20 years on-and-off with Monroe, who introduced him onstage as “the greatest fiddler in […]
BE Music & Entertainment Announces Team Members
Dallas and Nashville-based artist development company BE Music & Entertainment has announced its new management team. The company recently opened its Nashville office.
