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Jack Ingram signs with Sony/ATV Publishing
Congratulations to singer-songwriter Jack Ingram and Sony/ATV Publishing! The Texan star has signed a brand new publishing deal with Sony. Jack is currently working on a brand new album, due out later this year.
Jack has had three top 10 singles in his career, including “Barefoot And Crazy.”
Pictured (L-R): Sony/ATV’s Tom Luteran, Jack Ingram, Sony/ATV’s Troy Tomlinson, Triple 8 Management’s George Couri.
Sunny Sweeney signs with Thirty Tigers
Country music singer/songwriter Sunny Sweeney has signed with Thirty Tigers and will begin working on her next album.
Earlier this year, the Longview, Texas native was nominated for the Academy of Country Music’s New Female Vocalist of the Year Award. Previously signed to both Big Machine Records and its sister label Republic Nashville, Sweeney released two critically acclaimed albums: Heartbreaker’s Hall of Fame and Concrete. The latter album featured the Top Ten hit “From a Table Away,” which was the highest charting Billboard debut single from a female country artist in four years.
About her new home, Sunny said:
“I have long been a fan of Thirty Tigers and the amazing roster of talent they have worked with through the years, and am thrilled to become part of their family. I can’t wait to share my new music with my fans!”
Congratulations to Sunny! We can’t wait to see what she has in store next for country music.
Phil Vassar signs with APA Nashville
APA Nashville has signed chart-topping, multi award-winning singer/songwriter and “Piano Man” Phil Vassar to its talent roster, it was announced today by APA’s Jeff Howard. Vassar’s current single “Love Is Alive” earned BILLBOARD’s coveted “Hot Shot Debut” designation, launching with nearly 900,000 audience impressions at the 30-plus stations monitored by Nielsen BDS. The tune is impacting BILLBOARD’S Country Airplay chart, holding the #48 spot this week. The Lyric Video for “Love is Alive” has just been released and can be seen HERE.
APA’s Jeff Howard had this to say on the signing:
“Phil is an accomplished musician and writer, a true artist with one of the most engaging live shows out there. We are beyond excited about his joining the APA team.”
A multiple award-winning artist (ASCAP Songwriter of the Year x 2, BILLBOARD Country Songwriter of the Year), Vassar has earned Top 5 placement seven times with songs “Carlene,” “Last Day of My Life,” “American Child” and others. He also topped the charts with “In A Real Love” and the perennial favorite, “Just Another Day in Paradise.” Known as one of Nashville’s top tunesmiths, Vassar has been recognized by his peers. Numerous other artists including Tim McGraw (“My Next Thirty Years,“) Alan Jackson (“She’s Right On The Money“) and Jo Dee Messina (“Bye, Bye” and “I’m Alright“) have taken Vassar’s tunes to #1 positions.
Recently, the Virginia native hosted special guest Charlie Daniels and other artists at his fifth annual benefit for The Miller Home For Girls in Lynchburg, VA. Established in 1875, The Miller Home provides care and guidance to non-delinquent girls ages 4-21 who cannot live with their own families. Fans can read more about Phil’s music, his charitable endeavors and more at philvassar.com.
Kellie Pickler Signs With Black River Entertainment
Kellie Pickler has finally found a new home! The country music sweetheart was just announced this morning as the newest addition to the artist roster at Black River Entertainment. The label is already home to Craig Morgan, Due West, Glen Templeton, and Sarah Darling.
Gordon Kerr, CEO of Black River Entertainment, was pretty excited about the announcement. He shares:
“What’s not to love about Kellie? She’s real, she adores her fans, she’s rooted in and committed to country music and she’s genuine. How can you ask for more than that?”
Kellie added exactly why she chose the label for her new home. She left Sony Music Nashville earlier this year.
“In looking for a label partner, I was really drawn to the Black River family because they hold similar values that I do. From our initial meeting, it was clear to me how much the entire team respects the artists’ musical vision, and I’m really looking forward to getting back into the studio to record and release new music to country radio.”
Kellie released her latest album “100 Proof” earlier this year. Only two singles were sent to radio from the album – lead off single “Tough” followed by the title track. “100 Proof” was produced by Miranda Lambert producer Frank Liddell and shows off the real country side of the North Carolina native. Check out the picture of the signing below:
Florida Georgia Line Inks Deal with Republic Nashville
It’s already been a great summer for the guys of Florida Georgia Line as their first single “Cruise” climbs the country charts, but things just got even better! Yesterday, the duo signed their first-ever major record deal with Republic Nashville/BMLG. Additionally, Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley were selected for coveted opening slots on dates across the nation with Jake Owen and Brantley Gilbert, as well as the annual Country Throwdown Tour.
“Florida Georgia Line has built a gigantic army of loyal fans, one by one, door to door, who have rocked with them at shows all across the USA and Canada! Their talent, energy and work ethic are second to none and we could be no more proud to welcome Tyler and Brian into the Republic Nashville family,” said Republic Nashville President and Big Machine Label Group EVP Jimmy Harnen.
“What an honor and a blessing to be a part of such a great team and awesome label… This is another step in the FGL journey and I’m so pumped to see where this leads!” said Hubbard.
Kelley echoed his band mate’s excitement, “Our family just got bigger! We are so excited to work with everyone at the label. It’s a dream come true. We are ready to rock, ready to work and ready for the ride of our lives!”
RaeLynn Signs With Republic Nashville
NBC The Voice star RaeLynn is officially off the record deal market! She signed a deal today with Republic Nashville, the sister label to Big Machine Records, and although today is Friday the 13th, it seems to be a very lucky day for her!
She took to twitter with the news today, saying:
@RaeLynnOffical: It’s Official America. I’m a Republic Nashville recording Artist!!! Thanks to
@NBCTheVoice,@blakeshelton,@Miranda_Lambert and my FANS!!!@RaeLynnOffical: Thank y’all for making my dream come true!! I’m so happy and excited and so pumped!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
Blake Shelton even tweeted her a congratulations after, calling her his “little sis.” According to her twitter, it looks like she’s been rehearsing to hit the road for some upcoming shows with her idol, Miranda Lambert. Congratulations, RaeLynn! We don’t have any news yet on when RaeLynn will be releasing some new music, but we’ll keep you updated as soon as we find out!
Angaleena Presley Signs Songwriting Deal With EMI
It’s been a whirlwind of a last few weeks for Pistol Annies member Angaleena Presley. Officially a newlywed, the singer-songwriter has just signed a worldwide publishing deal with EMI Music Publishing. All future songs written by the Kentucky native will now be represented world-wide by EMI Music Publishing and Ten Ten Music. “Holler Annie” co-wrote the group’s debut album “Hell on Heels” and Miranda Lambert‘s current single “Fastest Girl In Town.” Angaleena is currently working on her own solo work as well as the sophomore album of the Annies which will be recorded later this year.
EMI Music is pretty ecstatic about adding Angaleena to its roster. Ben Vaughn of EMI Music Publishing Nashville said:
“You just have to listen to Angaleena’s lyrics to hear that she is a classic modern day songwriter whose music connects to anyone that loves authentic music. Everyone at EMI would like to welcome Angaleena and our new partner Ten Ten Music, and we look forward to the bright future of this talented writer and artist.”
In case you’re wondering the Annies met, Ten Ten Music co-president Jewel Coburn shares a little on Angaleena and Ashley Monroe‘s past:
“When Barry and I first met Angaleena we both went ‘wow!’ Several years down the road we helped set her up with Ashley Monroe as writing partners and Ashley introduced Angaleena to Miranda. It was a perfect match! It’s been magical seeing Angaleena grow as a writer and performer, we have believed in her right from start and we continue to support her on this incredible journey.”
It’s been a long road for Angaleena herself, who shares:
“The road from my front porch in Kentucky to Music Row has been long and hard but well worth traveling. I want to thank everyone at EMI and Ten Ten Music for helping make my little songs reach front porch dreamers all over the world.”
Angaleena is currently out with the Pistol Annies on select dates of Miranda Lambert’s “ON FIRE” tour. She’ll be part of the Pistol Annies own tour later this year.
The McClymonts Prep for CMA Music Festival
The McClymont’s are climbing MusicRow’s Country Breakout Chart with their single “I Could Be a Cowboy” and are currently preparing to rock Nashville during CMA Music Festival. They will be hitting the Bud Light Stage in front of the Bridgestone Arena Plaza on Friday, June 8 at 2pm to 2:20pm to perform their chart climber. This show is open to the public.
That same day, the Australian group will also participate in the 8th Annual CMA Music Festival Kick-Off Parade which runs along Broadway in downtown Nashville. Later that evening, the girls will model legendary Manuel’s couture creations and perform at Dreamwest Magazine’s “Music & Fashion” at the Hard Rock Cafe. Their day won’t end their, as they will then head over to the Bridgestone Arena to walk the red carpet and enjoy the 2012 CMT Music Awards.
Mollie McClymont shared her excitement to return, “We can’t wait to get back to our fans in the U.S. and participate in CMA Fest again this year. We hope everyone will come see us when we are touring about doing the fairs and festivals this summer. Here we come America!”
On Sunday, the trio will make an appearance at the YWCA Celebrity Auction at the corner of Fourth and Broadway at 12:15 p.m. They will then head back to the Nashville Convention Center for a performance on the WSM Acoustic Stage at 1:30 p.m. This performance can be heard at WSM 650 AM and wsmonline.com.
Check out www.TheMcClymonts.net for updates, news and a list of tour dates that include a U.S. run from June 2- August 6.
Tim McGraw Signs With Big Machine Records
Big Machine Records announced today (May 21) that country music superstar Tim McGraw has signed with them for a worldwide recording deal. McGraw and the powerhouse label group will release new music to be distributed worldwide by Universal Music Group. This next phase in McGraw’s career will be lead by some of the most dynamic and successful thinkers in the music industry today.
Many people know that I came to Nashville 23 years ago on a Greyhound bus with nothing but a guitar…And 23 years to the day, on May 9, I went back to the bus station and officially signed this deal. It was a significant way for me to mark this new beginning. Scott Borchetta has developed a powerhouse at Big Machine, and I’m happy to be a part of what he has built and to call Big Machine Records my new label home. Excited doesn’t even begin to describe how I’m feeling about working on a new album for this next chapter in my career. Here’s to the next 20 years!
Scott Borchetta, President and CEO of the Big Machine Label Group, said:
I’ve always felt a kinship to Tim as my dad (Mike) originally signed Tim to Curb Records. We have wanted to work together for years and I can’t believe this day has finally come. His level of artistry, vision, passion and energy comes along only so many times in any given era and I can tell you with the utmost confidence that there are many, many important chapters left to write.
McGraw will join a star-studded roster of talent that includes Taylor Swift, Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride, and Reba McEntire, along with many of country music’s most promising rising stars. Lucian Grainge, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Group, said:
I’m so pleased to add the great superstar Tim McGraw to our incredible Nashville family of distributed labels…Tim’s accomplishments reach around the world and we intend to exert the full compliment of global support to Tim’s new releases on Big Machine Records.
McGraw is set to join longtime friend Kenny Chesney this summer on what is anticipated to be the biggest stadium tour in country music history. For more info on the Brothers of the Sun Tour, visit www.timmcgraw.com.
Welcome to Nashville, Artist Concepts!
What could be a better combination than a successful business manager, a hit songwriter, and a chart-topping recording artist? That is precisely what Becky Harris, Anthony Smith, and RCA recording artist Chris Young asked themselves when they teamed up to create Artist Concepts, a production and artist development company. While all three will be searching for new talent, each brings a unique skill set to the table and will handle their specialized aspect of the company as well.
Artist Concepts recently signed alumnae of Belmont University, Brinley Addington. Anthony Smith is currently accepting song submissions through e-mail at artistconcepts@yahoo.com. Brinley has also signed a publishing contract with Razor & Tie. To get a sneak peek at Addington, you can visit his website, www.brinleyaddington.com, follow him on Twitter @Brinley_, and climb aboard the ship for the Blake Shelton & Friends Cruise, as Brinley was just added to the line-up.
We would like to wish Artist Concepts and Brinley Addington the best of luck as they begin their journey together. We are looking forward to hearing big things from this camp in the near future!
