Canadian-born songwriter Brock Phillips has signed an exclusive worldwide publishing deal with Big Loud Publishing /Local Hay.
Phillips, a Berklee School of Music grad, relocated to Nashville from Vancouver earlier this year to ply his trade in Music City’s competitive writing pool, working with peers like Wyatt, Regan Stewart and others.
Big Loud Records A & R SVP Sara Knabe said, “Brock’s first writing trip to Nashville was such a success we knew we wanted him to move here ASAP. He is a perfect addition to our writing roster. You’ll be hearing his songs soon and for years to come.”
Local Hay president Scott Cooke added, “The first time I heard Brock’s songs I knew there was something special and unique about him. We are so proud to have him on the roster and can't wait for everyone to hear what he’s working on.”
Pictured (l-to-r): Michael Giangreco (VP of A&R, Big Loud Publishing), Kimberly Gleason (SVP, Big Loud Publishing), Brock Phillips, Scott Cooke (President, Local Hay Records), Sydney Burdette (Creative Manager, Big Loud Publishing), Sara Knabe (SVP of A&R, Big Loud Records)
CAA and client Niko Moon joined Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville’s Music Row Build on Friday (11/8). The annual event plucks several country music artists to help create affordable housing for those who work in the music industry.
“We are incredibly proud of our newly formed partnership with Habitat for Humanity and are committed to leveraging our resources to create positive impact within the community,” CAA’s Katie Anderson previously shared. “This partnership will make a significant difference for those working and living in Nashville and for the artists and musicians who are integral to Nashville, the music community, and CAA, ensuring they have access to quality, affordable housing."
Pictured wishing they could dig a hole to shove us in are (l-r) CAA's Marc Dennis, Moon and CAA's Brian Manning.
Warner Music Nashville is going honky-tonkin’ with new signee Braxton Keith.
The 23-year-old Texan’s label debut single, “Fall This Way,” is out now, paving the way for his first EP, Blue, which is set to drop on 12/6.
Discussing his style, the singer-songwriter said, “There’s something romantic about the country music scene in Texas – it’s that connection with that crowd. It doesn’t matter what day of the week it is, whether it’s an old raggedy bar or wherever the hell you are, they’re going to show up, and I fell in love with creating moments with those fans.”
Keith, who’s managed by by Alex Torrez and Emily Vincent at Torrez Music Group and represented by Andrew McWiliams at Evergreen Artist Group, next hits the stage as a headliner at The Bluestone in Columbus, Ohio on 11/14. He’ll also open a run of dates of Cody Johnson’s Leather Tour, starting on 11/15 at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center.
Pictured: (Back Row,l-to-r): Patrick Worstell (Director of Marketing, WMN), Cris Lacy (Co-Chair/Co-President, WMN), Victoria Mason (SVP Marketing & Analytics, WMN), Patrick Sabatini (SVP Legal & Business Affairs, WMN), Mason Domke (A&R, WMN)
(Front Row, l-to-r): Alex Torrez (Torrez Music Group), Braxton Keith, Emily Vincent (Torrez Music Group), Stephanie Davenport (VP A&R, WMN)
Kasey Tyndall has inked a new deal with MNRK Music Group. To commemorate the occasion, the burgeoning country singer-songwriter and her new label released “Pulling Weeds,” the second single off the North Carolina native's upcoming self-titled debut. The track follows the first single, “Not As I’ve Done." Tyndall, who made the move to Nashville in 2015, will tour in support of Ella Langley throughout the month of November.
Pictured looking forward to trashing all of our emails are (l-r) MNRK Music Group's Giovanna Melchiorre and Hayley Pender-Ryall, Steadfast Management's Nick Hartley and Lindsey Ray and Tyndall (seated).
Lainey Wilson, Morgan Wallen, HARDY, Megan Moroney and Jelly Roll are just a few of the country stars Brooks & Dunn have tapped for their upcoming album, Reboot II (Sony Nashville).
As the title suggests, the project is a follow-up to the Grammy-winning duo's 2019 set, Reboot, a collection of reimagined Brooks & Dunn classics, including "Brand New Man" and "Neon Moon." Produced by Dann Huff, the album debuted at #1 on the Top Country Albums chart.
Reboot II is expected to arrive 11/15. We could use a reboot of our own.
Handwritten lyrics from Billie Eilish, Morgan Wallen and Selena Gomez are being auctioned as part of Music Health Alliance's Lyrics for a Cause fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting the latter's health care advocacy and resource programs.
Interested parties can bid in the live auction in person at Nashville's Musicians Hall of Fame on 11/20-21 or online through Julien's Auctions.
Among the highlights: Peter Frampton's “Do You Feel Like I Do” lyrics and an autographed Les Paul 50’s Top Translucent Black; Wallen's “Last Night” and “You Proof” lyrics handwritten by Ashley Gorley and signed by Wallen and Gorley; Eilish's “Chihiro” lyrics and autographed vinyl LP; Indigo Girls' “Closer to Fine” and “Kid Fears” autographed lyrics; and Sixpence None the Richer's “Kiss Me” lyrics signed by Leigh Nash and Matt Slocum.
Also donating items to the cause are Slash and Myles Kennedy, Vince Gill, Sam Hunt, 3 Doors Down, Warren Haynes, Stephen Sanchez and Deanna Carter.
HITS' handwritten version of this news story will, thankfully, remain in the vault.
Columbia Nashville crooner Kameron Marlowe made his debut at Nashville's famed Ryman Auditorium on 10/26 with a spirited sold out performance.
Highlights included comedian Justin Danger-Nunley joining him for a shotgun beer-drinking challenge and an acoustic performance of the George Jones classic "The Grand Tour" with newcomer Belle Frantz.
After an appearance on Season 15 of The Voice in 2018, Marlowe relocated to Music City to pursue his career. By 2020, he had deals with Columbia Nashville, AMG and Sony/ATV Music Publishing. His debut album, We Were Cowboys, arrived in 2022, while his sophomore effort, Keepin' the Lights On, dropped in May.
Find the performance of "The Grand Tour" here and a photo of Marlowe wailing on the guitar above. Pictured below relieved not to be exposed to our wailing are (l-r) SMP's Rusty Gaston, Marlowe, Red Light Management's Kaitlin Madewell, SMP's Anna Weisband and Sony Music Nashville EVP/COO Ken Robold.
The Morgan Wallen Foundation is paying it forward in a big way by donating $500k worth of musical equipment to schools as part of his One Instrument at a Time initiative.
The campaign, staged in conjunction with the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, targeted students in 14 cities that the Big Loud/Mercury/Republic star hit on his just-completed One Night at a Time tour.
Explaining his desire to launch the effort, Wallen said "When I was a kid, access to music profoundly changed my life and gave me a sense of purpose. I want that for others, and I'm blessed to be able to provide instruments to these schools through my foundation. We really wanted to say a big thank you to these awesome communities that welcome us in and let us play for our fans.”
Tricia Williams, president and CEO of the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, added “We are grateful to the Morgan Wallen Foundation for their dedication to enhancing music education in our schools. Their generosity will make a profound difference in the lives of students, empowering them to unleash their potential and pursue their dreams.”
Pictured: Donelson Middle School Band, Nashville, with instruments donated by the Morgan Wallen Foundation
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