Big Machine’s Chris Janson just added some more hardware to his trophy room with an RIAA 5x platinum certification for his smash “Buy Me a Boat.”
Janson accepted the honor on 1/20 at a Washington D.C. event designed as a fundraiser for Musicians on Call, where he was joined by RIAA chairman & CEO Mitch Glazier and chief policy officer Morna Willens.
The singer-songwriter also wanted to raise attention for musicians’ rights, which he’s emphasized in his support for Tennessee’s ELVIS Act, a now-enacted law designed to restrict use of AI and protect the image, likeness and voice of all Americans, not just celebrities.
In recognition of the award, Janson said, “It was an awesome time in the RIAA house and a complete surprise receiving the 5x Platinum award for 'Buy Me A Boat.' I'm totally humbled and grateful.”
Glazier added,“We don't take these moments for granted [and] to recognize the incredible hard work and creative talent of an artist like Chris Janson. RIAA is honored to acknowledge not only this single, but his drive to ensure that all musicians can thrive.”
Big Machine Label Group's Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment imprint drops Janson’s new single, “Stay Rowdy,” on Friday (1/31).
HITS is still paying off that 2019 dinghy.
Pictured (l-r): RIAA Chairman & CEO Mitch Glazier, Chris Janson, Morna Willens (RIAA) Pete Griffin (Muscians on Call)
River House Artists, in partnership with Sony Music Publishing Nashville, has inked Hudson Westbrook to a global publishing agreement.
The Texas native has earned more than 140m global streams in the last eight months and averages roughly 10m streams a week. Westbrook began his rise to notoriety in 2024, when his debut single, “Take It Slow,” went viral. He continued his ascent with his first Texas radio #1, "Two Way Drive.” His self-titled EP, featuring standouts "5 to 9," "House Again" and "Take Your Time," arrived last November.
“Hudson’s authenticity as a storyteller is going to take him a long way," SMPN CEO Rusty Gaston said. "We’re excited to welcome him to the SMP family, and we are absolutely honored to be a part of his journey.”
Gaston could not say the same about us.
Rising country artist Dalton Davis is the newest signee to Universal Music Publishing Nashville as part of an exclusive global agreement.
The Gastonia, North Carolina native's debut album will be released at some point this year and has been preceded by the singles "Sit Crooked" and "Made for Tennessee."
A new track, "Blue Ridge Sky," will come out 1/31.
“Every now and then, a singer-songwriter walks into my office and within five minutes it is so objectively clear that they have the 'it factor,'" said UMPG Nashville Chairman/CEO Troy Tomlinson. "With Dalton, it took all of three minutes to know that we had to work with him.”
Davis is booked by WME and managed by Alex Lunt for Type A Management, who is pictured far right with UMPG Nashville's Roxy King and Tomlinson as well as the cowboy hat-clad Davis.
HITS' type, however, has yet to be adequately determined.
Alison Krauss and Union Station will embark on a new journey on 3/28, when they release Arcadia, their first album in 14 years.
The 10-song collection, which will come out on Down the Road Records, adds a fresh element to the group’s mix in the form of new member Russell Moore, the former frontman for IIIrd Tyme Out, on co-lead vocals, guitar and mandolin.
Teaming with the two-year-old Down the Road is another reunion of sorts for Union Station, as it brings them back together with Rounder Records founders Ken Irwin, Marian Leighton Levy, Bill Nowlin and John Virant, a group that first signed Krauss when she was just 14 years old.
Discussing Arcadia’s material, Krauss said, “The stories of the past are told in this music. It's that whole idea of ‘in the good old days when times were bad.’ There's so much bravery and valor and loyalty and dreaming, of family and themes of human existence that were told in a certain way when our grandparents were alive.”
The album’s first single, “Looks Like the End of the Road,” is available now. Of that track, Krauss said, “Usually, I find something that's a first song, and then things fall into place. That song was ‘Looks Like The End Of The Road.’ Jeremy Lister wrote it, and it just felt so alive, and as always, I could hear the guys already playing it.”
Krauss and Union Station will support Arcadia with a 75-date tour that begins on 4/17 at the Louisville Palace in Louisville, Kentucky. The run, their first road test in 10 years, will wrap at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida on 9/28. Old Crow Medicine Show founder Willie Watson will open all all but the first two gigs.
Big Machine Label Group (BMLG) has appointed Tim Reynolds to vice president of digital marketing. He'll report to BMLG Chariman/CEO Scott Borchetta. The newly created position will see Reynolds leading the company's digital marketing strategies and online presence across all imprints, including Big Machine Records, The Valory Music Company, Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment and Big Machine Rock.
Reynolds spent the past three years at TikTok/ByteDance, building SoundOn's music distribution and services business while leading its A&R efforts. SoundOn contributed to the success of tracks such as Muni Long's “Hrs & Hrs,” Armani White's “BILLIE EILISH” and G-Eazy's “Lady Killers II.” Reynolds also helped develop singer-songwriter Katherine Li and country artist Vincent Mason.
“As our world evolves, so must our thinking and approach,” Borchetta said. “When reimagining our digital marketing landscape, vision and needs, Tim not only checked every box, he added a few. He's a perfect fit for our label group, and his presence is already being felt."
Funny, most people run when they start to feel our presence. Pictured arms crossed and refusing to give us his email is Reynolds.
Breast cancer organization Susan G. Komen and Trisha Yearwood have announced the lineup for its inaugural "Band As One Nashville Concert for the Cure: Trisha Yearwood & Friends."
The event, which aims to raise funds for breast cancer patient services, takes place on 3/26 at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium with Sheryl Crow, Amy Grant, Keith Urban and Lainey Wilson among the many performers. Yearwood will headline.
"I am excited to bring my friends together for a cause so close to my heart and to perform in support of the fight against breast cancer,” Yearwood said. “This disease impacts individuals and families worldwide, and I am honored to lend my voice to Band As One Nashville alongside so many incredible artists to help raise awareness and make a difference through the power of music."
Head here for more information.
The Country Music Association has made a $600,000 investment to help sustain six music industry-affiliated organizations operating in the mental health space.
The donations will go to Amber Health, Backline, ECCHO Live (formerly Touring Career Workshop), Music Health Alliance, MusiCares and Porter’s Call each of which will receive $100,000 to to meet the growing demand for mental health resources.
Today (1/22), CMA launched its mental health hub at CMAmember.com/mentalhealth, serving as a comprehensive portal for industry members and offering information on accessing mental health and wellness support through the six partner organizations. The platform is designed to be a centralized tool that empowers music professionals to access tailored mental health and wellness resources with ease.
Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer, said. “This investment demonstrates CMA’s commitment to addressing the growing demand for mental health resources within our business, whether that means counseling, healthcare advocacy, financial guidance, substance abuse care, disaster relief, or even basic living needs. The organizations we’ve partnered with are on the front lines of all aspects of mental health, and by partnering with each of them, we’re doing our part to support the vital work they do every day. “
Kelsea Ballerini began her Live on Tour outing 1/21 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan, during which she performed 11 of the 15 songs from her latest Black River album, Patterns.
The trek, Ballerini's first in arenas, is promoted by AEG Presents and is being overseen by Global Head of Touring Rich Schaefer and the artist's longtime promoter, AEG's Adam Weiser. The company's Leslie Cohea and Sandbox Entertainment's Jake Basden have also been heavily involved in the planning.
Live on Tour runs through 4/9 in Charleston, South Carolina, with Sasha Alex Sloan, Ashe, The Japanese House and MaRynn Taylor opening on different dates throughout.
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