NMPA Holds Annual Songwriters Showcase in Nashville

The National Music Publishers’ Association recently held its annual Songwriters Showcase at Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe. Troy Verges, Caitlyn Smith, Ben Hayslip, Rhett Akins and others took part in the event, where the writers were also honored with gold & platinum awards.

Rhett Akins receives 10 NMPA Gold & Platinum Awards at NMPA’s annual Songwriter Showcase at the Bluebird Café. Pictures: (L-R:) Mike Whelan (Sony/ATV), Rhett Akins, Tom Luteran (Sony/ATV), Terry Wakefield (Sony/ATV), David Israelite. Photo: NMPA/Bev Moser.

Caitlyn Smith and Rhett Akins perform during last night’s NMPA Songwriter Showcase at Nashville’s Bluebird Café. Photo: NMPA/Bev Moser.

Caitlyn Smith and Rhett Akins perform during last night’s NMPA Songwriter Showcase at Nashville’s Bluebird Café. Photo: NMPA/Bev Moser.

Ben Hayslip and Troy Verges perform during last night’s NMPA Songwriter Showcase at Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe. Photo: NMPA/Bev Moser.

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