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Country
Sep 11, 2018 to Oct 23, 2018
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Thomas Rhett Kicks It In Salt Lake City
Valory Music Co.'s Thomas Rhett caught up with some Country radio friends during a recent show in Salt Lake City. Rhett's latest single, "Sixteen," is available to download at All Access on the Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: Valory Music Co.'s Chris Palmer; KEGA/Salt Lake City's Jon Watkins; KUBL/Salt Lake City's Matt Ramone; KCIN/St. George-Cedar City, UT's Dale Desmond; KUBL/Salt Lake City's Travis Moon; Rhett; KSOP/Salt Lake City's Jim Mickelson, Deb Turpin, and Dave Gunderson; and KCIN/St. George-Cedar City, UT's DJ Tischner
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It 'Feels Like A Party' With LOCASH And 'Taste Of Country Nights'
Preston Brust (l) and Chris Lucas (r) of Wheelhouse Records' LOCASH stopped by Townsquare Media nationally syndicated "Taste Of Country Nights," where they caught up with the show's executive producer Amber Atnip (c) and bonded over their denim jackets and camouflage clothing. Find LOCASH's current single, "Feels Like A Party," on the Cool New Music page at All Access now.
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Bagels Make You Country
Capitol Nashville's Luke Bryan was most-added at Country radio this week with his newest single, "What Makes You Country," so All Access Nashville made a bagel delivery to the UMG Nashville office this morning (10/23). Find the tune on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: Capitol Nashville Dir./Midwest Promotion Brent Jones, VP/Promotion Bobby Young, and Coord./Promotion Katelyn Lester; UMG Nashville VP/Promotion David Friedman; and Mgr./Southeast Promotion Ashley Laws
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Johnny Gimble, Dottie West, Ricky Skaggs Join Country Music Hall Of Fame
Last night (10/21), the late Johnny Gimble, the late Dottie West, and Ricky Skaggs became the newest members of the Country Music Hall Of Fame as they were formally inducted during a Medallion Ceremony in the Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum (CMHOF)’s CMA Theater. Joining the celebration of the new inductees were current CMHOF members, as well as family members of each inductee. Pictured L-R: (back row) The Oak Ridge Boys' Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban; Jimmy Fortune; and Curtis Young; (middle row) Charlie Daniels; Teddy Gentry; Bud Wendell; Garth Brooks; Emmylou Harris; Vince Gill; Bill Anderson; Ralph Emery; Bobby Braddock; Connie Smith; Don Schlitz; (front row) Fred Foster; Randy Travis; Gimble's wife, Barbara, and his son, Dick; Skaggs; West's daughter, Shelly, and sons, Kerry and Dale West; Brenda Lee; and Harold Bradley
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Garth Brooks Hangs With WBYT/South Bend At Notre Dame Stadium Show
Pearl Records' Garth Brooks (c) took the stage on Saturday (10/20) at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN, making himself the first artist across all genres to do so. Federated Media Country WBYT (B100)/South Bend PD Jesse Garcia (r) and MD Brad King (l) joined Brooks backstage to gift him with B100 goodies in celebration. The station also renamed itself "GB100" for the day and played Brooks' music, including his current single, "All Day Long," which is available for download at All Access on the Cool New Music page now.
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Kip Moore Brings 'After The Sunburn Tour' To Chattanooga
Over the weekend, MCA Nashville's Kip Moore brought his "After the Sunburn Tour" to Chattanooga, where he caught up with his pals from Entercom Country WUSY/Chattanooga. Upcoming stops include Denver; Salt Lake City; Reno, NV; and others. Pictured L-R: WUSY Dir./Imaging/on-air personality Kyle Croft; Moore; WUSY morning co-host Ken Hicks and PD Justin Cole; MCA Nashville Sr. Dir./Southeast Promotion Louie Newman; and WUSY's Dir./Promotions Tyler Stansell
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WBYZ/Savannah, GA Supports Hurricane Michael Victims
Kudos to Go Media Group Country WBYZ/Savannah, GA, which held donation drives to support Hurricane Michael victims in the Mexico Beach and Panama City areas. Locals helped the station pack a U-Haul with cases of water, diapers, cleaning supplies, and food. Pictured L-R: members of the Pinellas Park Police Department; South Georgia Broadcasters, Inc. CFO Jan Crosby; and WBYZ PD Caleb Karnoutsos
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Southern Halo Visits WFMB/Springfield, IL
Country trio Southern Halo recently hung out with the crew at Neuhoff Broadcasting Country WFMB/Springfield, IL. The ladies performed several songs via livestream on the station's Facebook page. Pictured L-R: Southern Halo's Christina Morris; WFMB MD John Spaulding; Southern Halo's Hannah Morris; WFMB OM Josh Roberts; and Southern Halo's Natalia Morris
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Tree Vibez Music Celebrates Successes
Last week in Nashville, Tree Vibez Music (TVM)'s team, songwriters, and artists celebrated their accolades since Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line founded the music publishing company in 2015. Hosted by TVM Creative Tour Mgr. Adam Romaine, the event featured the company's roster of writers and artists that have hit the road with its signature bus, including Jordan Schmidt, James McNair, Daniel Ross, Corey Crowder, RaeLynn, Canaan Smith, and Ernest K. Smith.
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Brothers Osborne, LANCO Hang With KRTY/San Jose
EMI Nashville's Brothers Osborne and Arista Nashville's LANCO performed during a recent charity event that took place at The Winchester House in San Jose, CA, where they hung out with friends from Empire Broadcasting Country KRTY/San Jose. Pictured L-R: (back) The Winchester House's Jake Williams; EMI Nashville's Nick Kaper; KRTY's Nate Deaton; Brothers Osborne's TJ and John Osborne; LANCO's Tripp Howell, Brandon Lancaster, Jared Hampton, Eric Steedly, and Chandler Baldwin; (front) Arista Nashville's Lisa Owen; KRTY's Jamie Jackson, Tina Ferguson, and Gary Scott Thomas
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WOGI/Pittsburgh Hosts 'Concert For A Cause'
Forever Media Country WOGI/Pittsburgh recently hosted its "Concert For A Cause," which featured performances by Reviver Records' David Lee Murphy and Michael Tyler, along with Country singer/songwriter Cassadee Pope. The event raised funds and awareness for the Young Women's Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation. Pictured L-R: WOGI PD Dave Anthony; Pope; WOGI morning co-host Ali-Gator; Murphy; Tyler; WOGI morning co-host Frogman; Reviver Records' Will Robinson; and WOGI personality Scott Alexander
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Haley & Michaels Continue Radio Tour
Reviver Records' Haley & Michaels recently stopped by iHeartMedia Country WWYZ/Hartford, CT to perform and hang out with station staffers. The duo is currently making their way across the country on their radio tour. Pictured L-R: Haley & Michaels’ Ryan Michaels; iHeart/Hartford VP/Programming Dave Symonds; Haley & Michaels’ Shannon Haley; and WWYZ morning co-host Cory Myers
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KKGO/Los Angeles Gifts Guest Hosting Jackets To LANCO
Members of Arista Nashville's LANCO were gifted with guest hosting jackets by KKGO/Los Angeles for taking over middays at the station during the month of June. The group is set to perform in Columbia, MO; Sioux Falls, SD; and Clive, IA in the coming weeks. L-R: LANCO's Eric Steedly and Brandon Lancaster; KKGO PD Michael Levine; LANCO's Tripp Howell; Levine's husband, Zorbey; and LANCO's Jared Hampton and Chandler Baldwin
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Maren Morris Celebrates Platinum Certifications
Columbia Nashville's Maren Morris followed her "CMT Artists Of The Year" performance of Aretha Franklin's "Natural Woman" with a presentation of several new RIAA certifications. Along with her Sony Music Nashville (SMN) and management team, Morris celebrated Platinum honors for "I Could Use A Love Song" and "80s Mercedes," as well as 2x Platinum honors for "My Church." Pictured L-R: SMN EVP/Marketing & New Business John Zarling; 42 Entertainment/Red Light Management's Janet Weir; SMN Chairman/CEO Randy Goodman; Morris; SMN COO/EVP Ken Robold, EVP/A&R Jim Catino, and VP/A&R Taylor Lindsey
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Aaron Tippin Appears On SiriusXM's 'Prime Country'
Country act Aaron Tippin recently spent some time at the SiriusXM office to appear on the company's "Prime Country" channel in celebration of more than 25 years of making music. Tippin's performance and interview begins airing Friday, October 19th and will re-air multiple times throughout the next week. Pictured L-R: Tippin and wife, Thea; SiriusXM host Storme Warren; Tippin's son, Tom
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Morgan Wallen Celebrates 'Up, Down'
Big Loud's Morgan Wallen celebrated his first-career #1, "Up Down," with the song's collaborators and industry friends in Nashville this week. Wallen's entire "If I Know Me" album -- which includes current single, "Whiskey Glasses" -- is available now on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: Co-writers Brad Clawson and HARDY; Wallen; co-writer Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line; and co-writer CJ Solar
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Jimmie Allen Chats 'Mercury Lane' On 'Ty, Kelly & Chuck'
Stoney Creek Records' Jimmie Allen recently caught up with the Cumulus nationally syndicated "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" show crew. Allen discussed his new album, "Mercury Lane," as well as advice he received from Charley Pride, racism, and much more. "Mercury Lane" can be downloaded now from the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" co-hosts Ty Bentli and Kelly Ford; Allen; and "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" co-host Chuck Wicks
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Carlton Anderson, Aaron Watson Catch Up With KUZZ/Bakersfield
Arista Nashville's Carlton Anderson (l) and BIG Label Records' Aaron Watson (r) caught up with Buck Owens Productions Country KUZZ/Bakersfield PD Brent Michaels (c) this week before taking the stage at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace. Find Anderson's current single, "Drop Everything," on the Cool New Music page at All Access now.
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Walker Hayes Hangs With 'The Big Time With Whitney Allen' Crew
Monument Records' Walker Hayes caught up with the crew from nationally syndicated "The Big Time With Whitney Allen" during a recent visit to the studio. Hayes has upcoming shows in Sioux Falls; Overland Park, KS; Ladson, SC; and more. Pictured L-R: "The Big Time With Whitney Allen" producer/co-host Dana Swearingen and MD/exec. prod./co-host Jackie Stevens; Hayes; and "The Big Time With Whitney Allen" producer/co-host Binoj Jacob
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Scotty McCreery Hits The Golf Course
Triple Tigers' Scotty McCreery recently enjoyed a round of golf at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL with his Triple Tigers family and Country radio friends. McCreery's current single, "This Is It," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: Triple Tigers' Kevin Herring; golf pro JP Guarneri; iHeartCountry's Rod Phillips; McCreery; and Triple 8 Management/Triple Tigers Records' George Couri
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CMT Hosts Female-Focused 'Artists Of The Year' Special
CMT hosted its first-ever female-focused "CMT Artists Of The Year" special last night (10/17) in Nashville. The event featured performances and speeches from several female Country acts, including Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris, Kelsea Ballerini, and many others. Pictured L-R: Underwood; Lady Antebellum's Hillary Scott; Morris; Lambert; Ballerini; and Little Big Town's Kimberly Schlapman and Karen Fairchild
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Pistol Annies Chat New Music On SiriusXM's 'The Highway'
Country trio Pistol Annies stopped by the SiriusXM office in Nashville recently to chat with SiriusXM's "The Highway" host Storme Warren. The ladies are set to release a new album, "Interstate Gospel," on Friday, November 2nd. Pictured L-R: Warren; Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe, Angaleena Presley, and Miranda Lambert
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ASCAP Kicks Off First-Ever 'She Is The Music' Song Camp
ASCAP kicked off its first-ever “She Is The Music” song camp on Tuesday night (10/16) in Nashville with a party at producer/music executive Ron Fair’s Faircraft Studio. The “She Is The Music” event is an industry-wide initiative to increase opportunities for and empower female music creators. Pictured L-R: Fair; ASCAP Pres. Paul Williams; singer/songwriter Mary J. Blige; ASCAP CEO Beth Matthews, VP/Membership John Titta, and SVP/Membership Nicole George-Middleton
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David Lee Murphy Hangs With WQMX/Akron
Reviver’s David Lee Murphy hung out with his friends from Rubber City Radio Group Country WQMX/Akron, OH during a recent station event. Find Murphy's latest album, "No Zip Code," which features his current single, "I Won't Be Sorry," on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: Murphy; WQMX morning co-host Sarah Kay and Promotions staffer Justina Bucerri; Sue Wilson Creative's Sue Wilson; WQMX MD Jody Wheatley and night host Cherise Richards; and Reviver Records Mgr./Midwest Promotion Suzanne Durham
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Parmalee Supports Hurricane Victims With WRNS/Greenville, NC
Stoney Creek Records’ Parmalee recently performed their new song, "Down Town," live in the studio at Dick Broadcasting Country WRNS/Greenville, NC. Proceeds from the tune benefit the Red Cross to support those affected by Hurricane Florence in North and South Carolina. Pictured L-R: Parmalee's Scott Thomas and Josh McSwain; WRNS evening personality Mica; Parmalee's Barry Knox; WRNS Interim OM Crystal Legends; Parmlee's Matt Thomas; and WRNS afternoon host Chase Adams
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Mitchell Tenpenny Puts On IncrediBULL Show In Birmingham
Riser House/Columbia Nashville's Mitchell Tenpenny took the stage during iHeartMedia Country WDXB/Birmingham's latest "IncrediBULL Tuesdays" show. Download "Drunk Me," Tenpenny's current single, on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: Columbia Nashville Mgr./Regional Promotion Lyndsay Church; Tenpenny; and WDXB PD Tom Hanrahan
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Inaugural 'Andrew Marshall Dorff Memorial Benefit Concert' Raises Over $25,000
The inaugural "Andrew Marshall Dorff Memorial Benefit Concert" recently took place at the Franklin Theatre to celebrate the life and legacy of the late songwriter Andrew Dorff. Performances throughout the evening included Jeffrey Steele, Tom Douglas, Levi and Marcus Hummon, members of Old Dominion, Hunter Hayes, and many others. All songs performed were co-written by Dorff. More than $25,000 was raised, with all proceeds benefiting pediatric oncology initiatives at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.
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Craig Morgan Celebrates 10 Years As Opry Member
Black River Entertainment's Craig Morgan (c) celebrated his 10th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry this week. Grand Ole Opry GM Sally Williams (l) and the Opry's Dan Rogers (r) helped congratulate Morgan with a cake and customized poster.
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Morgan Evans Chats New Album On 'Ty, Kelly & Chuck'
Warner Bros./WEA's Morgan Evans (c) chatted with Cumulus nationally syndicated "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" co-hosts Ty Bentli (l) and Kelly Ford (r) about his newly-released debut album, "Things That We Drink To." Find the album -- including his current single, "Day Drunk" -- on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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Walker Hayes Visits Academy Of Country Music
Monument Records' Walker Hayes recently stopped by the Academy Of Country Music (ACM) office in Los Angeles. While there, Hayes performed new music, as well as songs from his latest album, "Boom." Pictured L-R: SMACKSongs' Robert Carlton; ACM VP/Awards & Membership Nick Di Fruscia; Hayes; and ACM Sr. Mgr./Strategic Partnerships Jen Heaton
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Zac Brown, Shawn Mendes Come Together For 'CMT Crossroads' Performance
Zac Brown Band (ZBB) frontman Zac Brown teamed up with Pop star Shawn Mendes for the next installment of “CMT Crossroads,” set to premiere Wednesday, October 24th. The one-hour show will feature Brown and Mendes collaborating on each other’s biggest hits, including ZBB's “Homegrown,” “Keep Me In Mind,” “Colder Weather,” and “Tomorrow Never Comes,” as well as Mendes’ “Mercy,” “In My Blood,” “Stitches,” and “There’s Nothing Holding Me Back.” Pictured L-R: CMT's Leslie Fram; Switched On Entertainment's John Hamlin; CMT's Margaret Comeaux; Mendes; Paramount Network/CMT/TV Land's Kevin Kay; Brown; CMT/TV Land's Frank Tanki
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Gethen Jenkins Performs At 'Wild West Songwriter Festival'
Five Music's Gethen Jenkins (r) caught up with songwriter Atz Kilcher (l) during the "Wild West Songwriter Festival" in Deadwood, SD, where Jenkins took the stage to share his music with attendees.
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Aaron Watson Ignites The Texas State Fair
BIG Label Records' Aaron Watson (r) recently headlined the Texas State Fair, where he was able to catch up with Cumulus Media Country KPLX/Dallas MD Mark Phillips (l).
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It's A Pardi In Washington
Capitol Nashville's Jon Pardi caught up with his buddies from Hubbard Radio Country KNUC/Seattle during a recent stop on Luke Bryan's "What Makes You Country Tour." Find Pardi's latest single, "Night Shift," on the All Access Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: (back) KNUC PD Lisa Adams and morning co-host Claire Beverly; Pardi; KNUC Promotions staffers Tanzi Blake and Jolene Novack; and (front) KNUC Dir./Marketing Tori Dunn
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Cash Campbell Visits WMZQ/Washington, D.C.
Country artist Cash Campbell recently hung out with the crew at iHeartMedia Country WMZQ/Washington, D.C. before a show. Campbell's current single, "The In Between," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: WMZQ's Nia Marciante and Lauren Hight; Campbell; WMZQ's Jeff Kapugi, Ty Bailey, and Corey Calhoun
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Kelsea Ballerini's 'Miss Me More' Is Most-Added
In celebration of Black River Entertainment's Kelsea Ballerini being most-added at Country radio this week with her new single, "Miss Me More," All Access delivered bagels this morning (10/16) to the Black River office. Download "Miss Me More" on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: Black River Entertainment Dir./National Promotion Bill Macky, Coord./Promotion Bailey White, and SVP/Promotion Mike Wilson
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Rachel Wammack Hangs In New York City
RCA Nashville's Rachel Wammack spent some time at Sony Music Entertainment (SME)'s New York office to perform for staffers. Wammack will hit the road with Brett Young and Tyler Rich on the upcoming "CMT: On Tour," which kicks off in Royal Oak, MI on Friday, November 16th. Pictured L-R: Maverick Artist Management's Halie Hampton; SME's Darren Stupak, Kevin Kelleher, and Dennis Kooker; Wammack; Sony Music Nashville (SMN)'s Randy Goodman, Caryl Atwood, and Liz Cost
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Morgan Evans Celebrates Debut Album
Warner Bros./WEA's Morgan Evans celebrated the release of his debut album, "Things That We Drink To," in Nashville last week. The entire album can be downloaded from the All Access Cool New Music page now. Pictured L-R: Warner Music Nashville (WMN)'s Justin Luffman; Fitzgerald Hartley's Nick Hartley; Evans; WMN's Shane Tarleton; MusicRow's Robert K. Oerrman; and WMN's Matt Signore and Tim Foisset
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Gethen Jenkins Visits WSM-A/Nashville
Five Music’s Gethen Jenkins (c) stopped by Ryman Hospitality Properties Country WSM-A/Nashville’s "Nashville Today,” where he talked to host Billy Whyte (l) and producer Lexi Carter (r) about his new music, growing up in Alaska, his military service, and more.
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Happy Birthday To The Grand Ole Opry!
The Grand Ole Opry celebrated its 93rd birthday this past weekend with two shows in two nights, featuring Old Crow Medicine Show, Riders In The Sky, Morgan Evans, and others. The show also cut the ribbon on a $12 million Opry House expansion.
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Jake Owen Hangs With WCOL/Columbus
Big Loud's Jake Owen hung out with his friends from iHeartMedia Country WCOL/Columbus. Head to the Cool New Music page at All Access now to download Owen's current single, "Down To The Honkytonk." L to R: WCOL PD Dan Zuko and his daughter, Layla; Owen; and WCOL on-air personality Kayla Hanley
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Tenille Townes Hosts Radio Friends In Asheville, NC
Columbia Nashville's Tenille Townes hung out with Country radio friends at her show in Asheville, NC over the weekend. Townes' debut single, "Somebody's Daughter," is available to download at All Access' Cool New Music page now. Pictured L to R: (top row) WCOS/Columbia, SC's Andy Woods; WKXC/Augusta, GA's Tee Gentry; Sony Nashville's John Johnson; WQDR/Raleigh's Sean Varicalli; Columbia Nashville's Christy Garbinski; (middle tow) WNOE/New Orleans' Ashley Wilson's guest, Heather, and Wilson; WSOC/Charlotte's Mimi Wheeler; ShopKeeper Management's Crystal Dishmon; Townes; Columbia Nashville's Shane Allen; (bottom row) Sony Nashville's Olivia Laster; Cumulus Media's John Kilgo and his wife, Sharon; WTQR/Greensboro's Steve Tate and Casey Carter; Columbia Nashville's Lyndsay Church; WSSL/Greenville, SC's Kix Layton; Sony Music Nashville's Lauren Thomas; and iHeartMedia's Zack Massey
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WYCT/Pensacola Assists Local Hurricane Victims
Kudos to ADX Communications Country WYCT (Cat Country 98.7)/Pensacola, FL, which raised more than $87,000 for Operation Help Our Neighbor, which supports those affected by the recent Hurricane Michael. The money will go directly towards rebuilding communities around Panama City. Pictured L-R: WYCT afternoon host Big Moose; WEAR-TV's Sue Straughn; Cordova Mall staffer; WYCT PD/morning co-host Brent Lane; and WNRP/Pensacola's Davis Allen
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Mitchell Tenpenny Celebrates Upcoming 'Telling All My Secrets' Album
Riser House/Columbia Nashville's Mitchell Tenpenny hosted an album preview party at TopGolf in Nashville to celebrate the announcement of his upcoming debut album, "Telling All My Secrets," which will drop Friday, December 14th. Additionally, his Sony Music Nashville family presented Tenpenny with his first RIAA-certified Gold plaque for his current single, "Drunk Me." Pictured L-R: Columbia Nashville's Shane Allen; Riser House's Jennifer Johnson; Tenpenny; Sony Nashville's Ken Robold; Tenpenny's manager, Kristen Ashley; and Sony Music Nashville's Steve Hodges
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Walker Hayes Hangs In The Big Apple
Monument Records' Walker Hayes played a recent show in New York City, where he was able to spend some time with Country radio pals from WNSH/New York and other industry friends. Pictured L-R: NY Country Swag's Stephanie Wagner; Monument Records' Shane McAnally; Hayes; and WNSH midday host Katie Neal
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Danielle Bradbery Visits Recording Academy In Nashville
BMLG Records' Danielle Bradbery (c) recently stopped by the Nashville chapter of the Recording Academy, where she hung out with staffers and performed a few songs. Find Bradbery's current single, "Goodbye Summer," featuring Thomas Rhett, on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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Michael Ray, High Valley Take The Stage In Amarillo, TX
Warner Music Nashville (WMN) artists Michael Ray and High Valley took the stage in Amarillo, TX last night (10/11) as part of Old Dominion's "Happy Endings Tour." Ray's current single, "One That Got Away," is available now on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: Ray; High Valley's Curtis Rempel; Team WEA Mgr./Midwest & Northeast Radio & Streaming Shari Roth; WBEE/Rochester, NY APD Billy Kidd; WMN Chairman/CEO John Esposito; and High Valley's Brad Rempel
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Waterloo Revival Hangs With WSOC/Charlotte
Show Dog Nashville's Waterloo Revival recently caught up with their friends at Beasley Broadcast Group Country WSOC/Charlotte. The duo's new single, "Wonder Woman," is available to download from All Access on our Country Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: (back) WSOC staffer; Show Dog Nashville's Blake Nixon; WSOC APD Big Sexy; (front) Waterloo Revival's George Birge; WSOC PD Jack Daniel and OM John Reynolds; and Waterloo Revival's Cody Cooper
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Karen Waldrup Kicks It At All Access Nashville
Country artist Karen Waldrup performed and hung out at the All Access Nashville office yesterday (10/11). Her performance of "Justified" can be enjoyed on the All Access Nashville Facebook page. Pictured L-R: All Access Nashville Editorial Asst. Athena Puharic and Asst. Editor Monta Vaden; Waldrup; All Access Nashville Editor RJ Curtis; and musician Chris Schaffner
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Bellamy Brothers, Gretchen Wilson Attend Tanya Tucker's Birthday Celebration
Country icon Tanya Tucker hosted a 60th birthday celebration at The Westin Nashville, bringing together several of her friends. The guest listed included Gretchen Wilson (c), David (l) and Howard (r) Bellamy of the Bellamy Brothers, David Allan Coe, Jamie O'Neal, Ty Herndon, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Andy Griggs, Reverie Lane, Hilary Williams, and many others
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Walker Hayes Celebrates New Music Video With Nashville Friends
Monument Records' Walker Hayes premiered his new music video for his latest single, "90's Country," with industry friends and fans in Nashville yesterday (10/12). Presented by YouTube, the event featured a livestream of the video. Pictured L-R: YouTube's Margaret Hart; Monument Records’ Sarah D’Hilly; Hayes; Monument Records’ Katie McCartney; and SMACKSong’s Robert Carlton
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Florida Georgia Line, RaeLynn, Others Perform At Recent 'CMA Songwriters Series' Show
Florida Georgia Line, RaeLynn, Canaan Smith, Corey Crowder, Ernest K., and HARDY performed as part of a recent "CMA Songwriters Series" in Los Angeles. The group also hung out with students from Harmony Project for conversations about songwriting. Pictured L-R: Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard; RaeLynn; HARDY; Crowder; Smith; and Ernest K
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Brett Young Takes The Ryman Stage
BMLG Records' Brett Young took the stage on Wednesday (10/10) night at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium, marking his first time headlining the famed venue. Young's set included several tunes from his forthcoming Friday, December 7th release, "Ticket To L.A.," including his current single, "Here Tonight." Head to the Cool New Music page at All Access to download the track now. Pictured L-R: Big Machine Music’s Mike Molinar; Big Machine Label Group (BMLG)’s Laurel Kittleson; BMI’s Leslie Roberts; Producer Dann Huff; singer/songwriter Sean McConnell; Warner Chappell’s BJ Hill; Young; ASCAP’s Michael Martin; and BMLG Records’ Jimmy Harnen
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WNCY/Green Bay Hosts 'Bra Country Concert' With Russell Dickerson, Seth Ennis
Midwest Communications Country WNCY/Green Bay hosted its fourth annual "Bra Country Concert" to benefit the Breast Cancer Family Foundation. Triple Tigers' Russell Dickerson and Arista Nashville's Seth Ennis both took the stage for performances to support the cause. Pictured L-R: Triple Tigers' Kevin Herring; Dickerson; WNCY's Charli McKenzie; Ennis; WNCY's Dan Stone; and Arista Nashville's Rusty Sherrill
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Gethen Jenkins Stops By All Access Nashville
Country act Gethen Jenkins stopped by the All Access Nashville office yesterday (10/10) to play some music for us. Check out his performance of "Bottle In My Hand" on the All Access Nashville Facebook page. Pictured L-R: All Access Nashville Asst. Editor Monta Vaden and Editorial Asst. Athena Puharic; Jenkins; and All Access Nashville Editor RJ Curtis
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Kudos To Carrie Underwood & Mike Fisher
Kudos to Capitol Nashville's Carrie Underwood and her husband/former Nashville Predators Captain, Mike Fisher, who raised nearly $600,000 for Danita’s Children during their recent benefit event in Franklin, TN. The organization is dedicated to educating, empowering, and equipping the children and families of Haiti to become Christ-like leaders. Pictured L-R: Fisher; Danita's Children VP/Field Dir. Karris Hudson; Underwood; Danita's Children Founder/CEO Danita Estrella Watts; and John Watts
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The 'Dottie West Birthday Bash' Celebrates CMHOF Inductees
The "Dottie West Birthday Bash" was hosted in Nashville last night (10/10) at 3rd & Lindsley in celebration of Country Music Hall Of Fame inductees Dottie West, Ricky Skaggs, and Johnny Gimble. The show featured appearances by Jeannie Seely, Skaggs, Kentucky Thunder, The Time Jumpers, The Whites, Tim Atwood, Tess Frizzell, Kenna West, Bobby Tomberlin, Kenny Sears, Ronnie McCoury, Larry Gatlin, and many others.
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Dolly Parton Chats 'Dumplin'' Netflix Project With 'Ty, Kelly & Chuck'
Country legend Dolly Parton made a visit to Cumulus nationally syndicated "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" show this morning (10/11) to discuss her latest Netflix project, "Dumplin'." The film features Parton's music, as well as collaborations with Jennifer Aniston and Sia. Pictured L-R: "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" co-host Ty Bentli; Parton; and "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" co-hosts Kelly Ford and Chuck Wicks
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Gethen Jenkins Stops By All Access Nashville
Country act Gethen Jenkins stopped by the All Access Nashville office yesterday (10/10) to play some music for us. Check out his performance of "Bottle In My Hand" on the All Access Nashville Facebook page. Pictured L-R: All Access Nashville Asst. Editor Monta Vaden and Editorial Asst. Athena Puharic; Jenkins; and All Access Nashville Editor RJ Curtis
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Thomas Rhett Catches Up With WBUL/Lexington
Valory Music Co.'s Thomas Rhett caught up with radio friends during a recent stop on his "Life Changes Tour." Rhett's newest single, "Sixteen," is available to download from All Access' Country Cool New Music page now. Pictured L-R: WBUL/Lexington’s Michael Jordan; Rhett; WBUL/Lexington’s Jay Cruze; Valory Music Co.'s Adam Burnes; and Live Nation's Brian O’Connell
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Kane Brown Celebrates Three AMA Wins
RCA Nashville's Kane Brown (r) caught up with Cumulus nationally syndicated "NASH Nights Live" co-host Elaina Smith (l) during last night's (10/9) "American Music Awards." Brown took home honors for Favorite Male Country Artist, Favorite Country Album with his self-titled project, and Favorite Country Song with "Heaven."
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KEEY/Minneapolis Hosts 'Class Of' Show
iHeartMedia Country KEEY/Minneapolis hosted its "Class Of" show last night (10/9), featuring performances by Arista Nashville’s Carlton Anderson, Riser House/Columbia Nashville's Mitchell Tenpenny, Stoney Creek Records' Jimmie Allen, Valory Music Co.’s Tyler Rich, Mercury Nashville’s Travis Denning, and BMLG Records' Riley Green. Pictured L-R (back): KEEY’s Muss; Anderson; KEEY’s J.R.; Tenpenny; KEEY’s Gregg Swedberg; Allen; KEEY’s Amy James; Rich; Denning; Green; KEEY’s Levi Jessen; (front) KEEY's Kia Becht, T.J., McKaila Granning, and Rachel Ramsey
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Southern Halo Visits WLWI/Montgomery, AL
Country trio Southern Halo (SH) recently stopped by Cumulus Media Country WLWI/Montgomery, AL while on radio tour. The girls are currently promoting new music. Pictured L-R: SH's Hannah and Christina Morris; WLWI PD Greg Thomas; and SH's Natalia Morris
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Tim McGraw Hangs With Sony Music Nashville Family
Columbia Nashville's Tim McGraw hung out with his Sony Music Nashville (SMN) family before performing a pop-up show last week at The End in Nashville in celebration of his new single, "Neon Church." Download the single now from the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: Columbia Nashville's Mark Janese; SMN's Lauren Thomas and Steve Hodges; Columbia Nashville's Bo Martinovich; McGraw; Columbia Nashville’s Cliff Blake, Shane Allen, Christy Garbinski, and Lyndsay Church; and SMN's Adam Davis
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Riley Green Brings 'Outlaws Like Us Tour' To Nashville
BMLG Records' Riley Green brought his headlining "Outlaws Like Us Tour" to Nashville's Marathon Music Works last week. Find Green's debut single, "There Was This Girl," on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: Rogue Management’s Joe Lee; BMLG Records' Michelle Kammerer; Big Machine Label Group (BMLG)’s Allison Jones; Green; BMLG’s Mike Rittberg; BMLG Records' Andrew Thoen; (front) BMLG’s Darielle Schroeder and Tali Canterbury; and BMLG Records' Jimmy Harnen, Madeline Farr, and Cherylynne Nader
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Carlton Anderson Hangs With WOGK/Gainesville, FL
Arista Nashville's Carlton Anderson (c) made a recent visit to Dix Communications Country WOGK/Gainesville, FL, where he hung out with MD Rick "Big Red" Brooks (l) and PD Mr. Bob (r). Anderson is currently on radio tour in promotion of his debut single, "Drop Everything."
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CJ Solar Performs At 'Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival'
Singer/songwriter CJ Solar (c) recently took the stage during the "Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival," where he performed tracks from his "Get Away With It" EP. While in town, Solar spent some time with ADX Communications Country WYCT/Pensacola, FL morning team Brent Lane (l) and Candy Cullerton (r).
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Cole Swindell Kicks Off 'Reason To Drink Another Tour'
Warner Bros./WMN's Cole Swindell kicked off his "Reason To Drink Another Tour" in Tuscaloosa last Thursday (10/4). The tour has upcoming stops in Wallingford, CT; Worchester, MA; Richmond, VA; and others. Find Swindell's current single, "Break Up In The End," on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: Warner Music Nashville Chairman/CEO John Esposito; WDXB/Birmingham PD Tom Hanrahan and morning co-host Dollar Bill; Swindell; and KP Entertainment's Kerri Edwards
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Russell Dickerson Hangs With WNCB/Raleigh Listeners
Triple Tigers' Russell Dickerson (l) teamed up with iHeartMedia Country WNCB/Raleigh PD/afternoon host Carletta Blake (r) to host a "Porch Party" with fans before taking the stage in Raleigh. Dickerson's latest #1 hit, "Blue Tacoma," can be downloaded at All Access on the Cool New Music page now.
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Tim McGraw's 'Neon Church' Earns Most-Added
All Access made a bagel delivery to the Sony Music Nashville (SMN) building this morning (10/9) to celebrate Columbia Nashville's Tim McGraw being most-added at Country radio this week with "Neon Church." The track can be downloaded from the Country Cool New Music page now. Pictured L-R: SMN EVP/Promotion & Artist Development Steve Hodges; Columbia Nashville SVP/Promotion Shane Allen and Mgr./Regional Promotion Lyndsay Church
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KTHK/Idaho Falls 'Fills The Boot'
Kudos to Riverbend Communications Country KTHK/Idaho Falls, which teamed up with the Ammon City Fire Department for their annual "Fill The Boot" campaign. Thousands of dollars was raised to support The Muscular Dystrophy Association. Pictured: KTHK PD/morning host Don Jarrett (c) with local hometown heroes
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Tim McGraw Swings By 'The Highway'
Columbia Nashville's Tim McGraw (l) caught up with SiriusXM's "The Highway" host Storme Warren (r) in Nashville this week. McGraw's newly-released single, "Neon Church," is available to download at All Access on the Cool New Music page.
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Haley & Michaels Hang With Radio Friends
Reviver Records' Haley & Michaels made a recent visit to Cumulus Media Country KSKS/Fresno, CA. The duo is currently on the road with radio tour to promote their new music. Pictured L-R: KSKS MD Jody Jo; Haley & Michaels’ Shannon Haley; KSKS PD Steve Pleshe; Haley & Michaels’ Ryan Michaels; and Reviver Records Mgr./West Coast Promotion Dave Collins
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Rodney Atkins Supports St. Jude With WRNX/Springfield
Curb Nashville's Rodney Atkins hung out with his friends from iHeartMedia Country WRNX/Springfrield, MA during a recent station show that benefited St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Atkins' current single, "Caught Up In The Country," is available now at All Access on our Country Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: WRNX PD Kevin Johnson; Atkins; WRNX APD/MD Amanda Jo Parker and midday host Mike Salois
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Luke Bryan Hosts Industry Friends On The Farm
Capitol Nashville's Luke Bryan, along with special guest EMI Nashville's Jon Langston, hosted industry friends at this weekend's "Farm Tour" stop in Ringgold, GA. Bryan has upcoming shows in Portland, OR; Auburn, WA; Vancouver, Canada; and more.
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David Lee Murphy Hangs With WIOV/Lancaster, PA
Reviver Records' David Lee Murphy (r) caught up with Cumulus Media Country WIOV/Lancaster, PA PD/morning co-host Rich Creeger (l) during the station's "Turkey Hill Fallfest" event. Find Murphy's current single, "I Won't Be Sorry," as well as his entire "No Zip Code" album, on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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Walker Hayes, KRTY/San Jose Support Be A Craig Fund
Monument Records' Walker Hayes celebrated with Empire Broadcasting Country KRTY/San Jose staffers after raising $5,000 for the Be A Craig Fund during a recent show. Established by Hayes, the fund helps to support non-profit organizations that empower people to help others. Pictured L-R: Hayes; KRTY GM Nate Deaton, morning co-host Gary Scott Thomas, VP/Sales Tina Ferguson, and Dir./Promotions Jamie Jackson
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Carly Pearce Trades Wine For Hot Sauce
Big Machine Records' Carly Pearce traded in wine for hot sauce with her friends at Empire Broadcasting Country KRTY/San Jose at a recent show. Pearce's current single, "Hide The Wine," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: KRTY VP/Sales Tina Ferguson; Pearce; KRTY GM Nate Deaton; and Big Machine Records Dir./West Coast Promotion Bill Lubitz
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Caitlyn Smith Visits The Recording Academy
Monument Records' Caitlyn Smith (c) made a recent visit to The Recording Academy’s Nashville office, where she caught up with staffers. Smith's album, "Starfire," is available now.
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Jessie James Decker Celebrates 'Just Jessie: My Guide to Love, Life, Family And Food'
Country singer/songwriter Jessie James Decker (second from left) celebrated her new lifestyle book, "Just Jessie: My Guide to Love, Life, Family And Food" in Nashville last week. Industry friends and Decker's family gathered for the event, which was hosted by South Beach Diet.
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Justin Moore Catches Up With WGKX/Memphis
Valory Music Co.'s Justin Moore recently caught up with his buddies from Cumulus Country WGKX/Memphis. Moore will take the stage in El Dorado, AR; Oklahoma City; and Kitchener, Ontario, Canada in the coming weeks. Pictured L-R: WGKX afternoon host Country Cory and the station's Rachel Mueller; Moore; and WGKX MD/midday host Kay Manley
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Jimmy Charles Hangs With KJJY/Des Moines
Country artist Jimmy Charles recently completed the Zero Cancer Walk/Run in Des Moines, IA. While there, he caught up with staffers from Cumulus Media Country KJJY/Des Moines. Pictured L-R: KJJY midday host Tony Conrad; Charles; and KJJY's Tariq Lundy
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Old Dominion Kicks Off Fall Leg Of 'Happy Endings Tour'
RCA Nashville's Old Dominion (OD) kicked off the Fall leg of their "Happy Endings Tour" last night (10/4) in Knoxville, where they caught up with their friends from SummitMedia Country WCYQ/Knoxville. The group will make their way to Albuquerque; Roanoke; Buchanan, VA; and Dublin, Ireland in the coming weeks. Pictured L-R: OD's Brad Tursi and Matthew Ramsey; WCYQ MD/morning host Brian "Opie Joe" Creason's wife, Samantha; OD's Geoff Sprung; Creason; and OD's Trevor Rosen and Whit Sellers
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Jimmie Allen Hangs In Baltimore
Stoney Creek Records' Jimmie Allen (c) caught up with iHeartMedia's Mike Preston (l) and Jeff Kapugi (r) at WPOC/Baltimore's recent "Sunday in the Country" event. Allen's debut single, "Best Shot," is available on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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Luke Bryan Catches Up With KTHK/Idaho Falls
Capitol Nashville's Luke Bryan (r) hung out with Riverbend Communications Country KTHK/Idaho Falls midday host Tommie Jo (l) during his recent tour stop in Salt Lake City. Bryan is currently on the road with his "What Makes You Country Tour," which has upcoming stops in Portland, OR; Auburn, WA; Vancouver, Canada; Rochester, NY; and Detroit.
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Dolly Parton Hangs At SiriusXM
Country icon Dolly Parton (r) recently chatted it up with SiriusXM's "The Highway" host Storme Warren (l). The soundtrack for forthcoming Netflix film "Dumplin'" will be available Friday, November 30th; it features original music from Parton and includes guest vocalists Miranda Lambert, Sia, Mavis Staples, Elle King, Alison Krauss, Rhonda Vincent, Danielle Macdonald, and Jennifer Aniston.
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Michael Ray, High Valley Take The Stage In Knoxville
Warner Music Nashville (WMN) acts Michael Ray and High Valley took the stage in Knoxville last night, where they hung out with their WMN family. Ray's current single, "One That Got Away," is available at All Access on the Cool New Music page now. Pictured L-R: WMN's Tom Martens, Brooke Hardesty, Scott Hendricks, and Shane Tarleton; High Valley's Curtis Rempel; Ray; High Valley's Brad Rempel; WMN's Tim Foisset, Matt Signore, Kristen Williams, and Shelby Moran
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Cody Alan Hosts 'A Star Is Born' Event
Premiere Networks nationally syndicated "CMT After MidNite" host Cody Alan (l) recently hosted a special screening of the new film, “A Star is Born," with star, director, producer, and co-screenplay writer Bradley Cooper (r). Following the screening, Alan moderated a Q&A with Cooper, along with songwriter/producer Lukas Nelson and Grammy-Award winning producer/soundtrack contributor Dave Cobb.
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Stephanie Urbina Jones Takes The Opry Stage
Country artist Stephanie Urbina Jones (c) honored her Hispanic roots during her Grand Ole Opry debut on Tuesday, October 2nd. Jones took the Opry stage alongside mariachis, marking her as the first female artist to do so at the venue.
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Thomas Rhett Celebrates Latest #1 Hits
Valory Music Co.'s Thomas Rhett celebrated his latest #1 hits, "Marry Me" and "Life Changes," in Nashville this week with his Big Machine Label Group (BMLG) family, industry friends, and the collaborators of both tracks. Rhett's new single, "Sixteen," can be downloaded on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: (back) Round Hill’s Mark Brown; SMACK’s Lee Krabel; ASCAP’s Beth Brinker; BMLG's Allison Jones; Warner/Chappell’s Ben Vaughan; BMI’s Leslie Roberts; Rhythm House’s BJ Hill; Sony/ATV’s Troy Tomlinson; BMI’s Jody Williams; (front) The Valory Music Co.’s George Briner; songwriter Ashley Gorley; Rhett; songwriter Jesse Frasure; BMLG's Scott Borchetta; and Combustion’s Chris Farren
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Tim McGraw Visits NASH Campus
Arista Nashville's Tim McGraw swung by the Cumulus NASH Campus in Nashville today (10/4). Look out for McGraw's new single, "Neon Church," on the Country Cool New Music page at All Access beginning today at 4:05p (CT). Pictured L-R: EM.CO's Kelly Clague and Scott Siman; WKDF/Nashville PD John Shomby; McGraw; "NASH Nights Live" co-host Shawn Parr and the show's Executive Producer Brian Egan
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Walker Hayes, Tenille Townes Catch Up With Radio Friends
Monument Records' Walker Hayes and Columbia Nashville's Tenille Townes caught up with some Country radio friends at a recent show. Townes' current single, "Somebody's Daughter," can be downloaded from All Access now on the Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: (back) Hayes; KKGO/Los Angeles PD Michael Levine; (middle) Columbia Nashville VP/Promotion Shane Allen; Monument Records' Katie McCartney; “The Big Time With Whitney Allen” MD/exec. prod./co-host Jackie Stevens; Townes; Monument Records' Shane McAnally; (front) “The Big Time With Whitney Allen” producer/co-host Dana Swearingen; and Arista Nashville Dir./West Coast Promotion Lisa Owen
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Davisson Brothers Band Jam At All Access
Country duo Davisson Brothers Band (DBB) stopped by the All Access Nashville office today (10/4) to jam with us. Catch their performance of "Unbreak You" on our Facebook page now. Pictured L-R: DBB's Chris Davisson; All Access Nashville Asst. Editor Monta Vaden and Editorial Asst. Athena Puharic; DBB's Donnie Davisson; All Access Nashville Editor RJ Curtis; and Allen Mitchell
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Kip Moore Catches Up With Radio Friends
MCA Nashville's Kip Moore took the stage recently in Alpharetta, GA, where he hung out with his pals from Cumulus Country WKHX/Atlanta. Moore is set to perform in Fargo, ND; Sioux Falls, SD; Madison, WI; and many other U.S. cities in the coming weeks. Pictured L-R: WKHX APD/MD Scott Gaines; iHeartMedia Country WUBL/Atlanta MD Otis; Moore; WKHX's Kelsey Schuler and morning co-host Cadillac Jack; and MCA Nashville Sr. Dir./Southeast Promotion Louie Newman
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Tyler Rich Performs In Memphis
Valory Music Co.'s Tyler Rich caught up with his friends from Entercom Country WLFP/Memphis at a recent show. Rich has upcoming shows in Rosenhayn, NJ; Washington, D.C.; Buffalo, NY; and more. Pictured L-R: Valory Music Co. Dir./Southwest Promotion Christy DiNapoli; Rich; and WFLP MD Marty Brooks
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Haley & Michaels Kick It With KSON/San Diego
Reviver Records' Haley & Michaels made a recent stop to Entercom Country KSON/San Diego while on radio tour. The duo is currently on the road to promote their new music. Pictured L-R: KSON MD Greg Raneiri; Haley & Michaels' Shannon Haley; KSON Brooks O’Brian; Haley & Michaels' Ryan Michaels; and KSON OM Kevin Callahan and Sr. Dir./Promotion & Marketing Chris Turner
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Emmylou Harris Celebrates Forthcoming Country Music Hall Of Fame Exhibit
Country Music Hall of Fame member Emmylou Harris recently previewed her Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum (CMHOF) exhibit, "Emmylou Harris: Songbird’s Flight." The exhibit officially opens to the public on Friday, October 5th, 2018, and continues through Sunday, August 4th, 2019. Pictured L-R: CMHOF CEO Kyle Young and Board Of Officers And Trustees Chairman Steve Turner; Harris; CMHOF VP/Museum Services Brenda Colladay; and Vector Management's Ken Levitan and Kevin Spellman
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Brandon Lay Makes Opry Debut
EMI Nashville's Brandon Lay made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday, September 29th. Lay sang his debut single, "Speakers, Bleachers And Preachers," as well as his current single, "Yada Yada Yada," which can be found on the All Access Country Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: Morris Higham’s Kyle Quigley; Lay; UMG Nashville Pres. Cindy Mabe; and Grand Ole Opry Dir./Marketing & Program Development Dan Rogers
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Rachel Wammack Hangs With Patrick Dempsey
RCA Nashville's Rachel Wammack (l) had the chance to hang with actor Patrick Dempsey (r) during his "Dempsey Challenge," a two-day, non-competitive run, walk, and cycle fundraiser that took place in Dempsey's hometown of Lewiston, ME. Wammack took the stage during the event, which raised money to benefit the Dempsey Centers.
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Abby Anderson & Ashley McBryde Rock Out With WQMX/Akron
Black River Entertainment's Abby Anderson and Atlantic/WAR's Ashley McBryde took the stage during Rubber City Radio Group Country WQMX/Akron, OH's recent "Chicks With Picks" event. After the show, the ladies caught up with station staffers. Pictured L-R: Black River Dir./Northeast Promotion Jane O’Malia; Anderson; WQMX PD Ken Steel; McBryde; and Team WAR Dir./Northeast Promotion Anna Cage
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Cassadee Pope Catches Up With Radio Friends
Country artist Cassadee Pope performed at the "2018 Radio Show" that took place in Orlando, FL last week. While there, Pope was able to catch up with some Country radio friends, including iHeartMedia Chairman/CEO Bob Pittman (l) and Entercom Communications Chairman/CEO David Field (r).
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Thomas Rhett's 'Sixteen' Is Most-Added
In celebration of Valory Music Co's Thomas Rhett earning most-added at Country radio this week with his new single, "Sixteen," All Access delivered bagels to the Big Machine Label Group offices. "Sixteen" can be downloaded from the All Access Cool New Music page now. Pictured L-R: Valory Music Co. Dir./Southwest Promotion Christy DiNapoli and Coord./Promotion Lauren Simon
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Rachel Wammack Continues Radio Tour
RCA Nashville's Rachel Wammack (c) recently hung out with iHeartMedia Country WRBT/Harrisburg morning team "Nancy (l) & Newman (r)" during a station visit. Wammack is currently on the road with radio tour in support of her new music.
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Trent Harmon Catches Up With KWBL/Denver
Big Machine Records’ Trent Harmon (l) recently took the stage at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, where he hung out with some friends from iHeartMedia Country KWBL/Denver, including PD JoJo Turnbeaugh (r) and his wife, Mary (c). Harmon is set to perform in Airway Heights, WA and Asbury Park, NJ in the coming weeks.
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Tyler Rich Kicks It In Memphis
Valory Music Co.'s Tyler Rich hung out with Cumulus Country WGKX/Memphis at a recent show. Beginning Friday, November 16th in Royal Oak, MI, Rich will hit the road with Brett Young as part of the "CMT On Tour: Here Tonight" run. Pictured L-R: WGKX afternoon host Country Cory; Valory Music Co. Dir./Southwest Promotion Christy DiNapoli; Rich; and WGKX MD/midday host Kay Manley and the station's Rachel Mueller
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Chris Janson Goes Double Platinum With 'Buy Me A Boat'
Warner Bros./WAR's Chris Janson (l) celebrated his debut single, "Buy Me A Boat," earning double Platinum honors with Warner Music Nashville (WMN) Chairman/CEO John Esposito (r). Janson's latest single, "Drunk Girl," is available at All Access on our Cool New Music page now.
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Jason Aldean Takes The Stage In San Bernardino, CA
Broken Bow Records' Jason Aldean brought his "High Noon Neon Tour" to San Bernardino, CA, where he was able to catch up with some radio friends from Entercom Country KFRG/Riverside, CA. KFRG morning co-host Kelli Barajas, a.k.a. "Kelli Green," Broken Bow Records Dir./West Coast Promotion Layna Bunt, and Aldean are all brave survivors of the Route 91 tragedy, which was exactly a year ago today (10/1). Pictured L-R: Broken Bow Records Co-VP/Promotion Shelly Hargis; KFRG PD/morning co-host Scott Ward; Aldean; Green; and Bunt
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Adam Hambrick Is 'Rockin' All Night Long' On KBEQ/Kansas City
Capitol Nashville's Adam Hambrick (l) recently swung by Steel City Media Country KBEQ/Kansas City while on radio tour and helped PD Todd Nixon (r) report the add for his debut single, "Rockin' All Night Long." The tune can be found at All Access on our Cool New Music page.
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LOCASH Tailgates With WDSY/Pittsburgh
Wheelhouse Records' LOCASH took the stage during the "Pepsi Tailgate Party" yesterday (9/30) in Pittsburgh, where they hung out with the Entercom Country WDSY/Pittsburgh crew before the Pittsburgh Steelers took on the Baltimore Ravens. Find the duo's latest single, "Feels Like A Party," can be found at All Access on our Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: WDSY PD Anderson's girlfriend, Marie, and Anderson; LOCASH's Preston Brust and Chris Lucas; and WDSY APD/MD/afternoon host Brian "Wookie" Kostek
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Miranda Lambert Celebrates Platinum Honors
Vanner Records/RCA Nashville's Miranda Lambert recently celebrated six multi-Platinum certifications by the RIAA with her Sony Music Nashville (SMN) family. Lambert's albums, "Revolution" and "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," have been certified double-Platinum, in addition to singles “The House That Built Me” (3x Platinum), “Mama’s Broken Heart” (3x Platinum), “Over You” (2x Platinum), and “Automatic” (2x Platinum). Pictured L-R: (back) SMN VP/Sales Caryl Atwood and EVP/COO Ken Robold; Shopkeeper Management’s Crystal Dishmon and Marion Kraft; Lambert; SMN Chairman/CEO Randy Goodman and EVP/Marketing & New Business John Zarling; RCA Nashville Dir./Regional Promotion Mallory Michaels; (front) SMN EVP/Promotions & Artist Development Steve Hodges, Dir./Creative Services Tracy Fleaner and Dir./Marketing Jen Way; and RCA Nashville SVP/Promotion Dennis Reese
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And The Legendary Station Of The Year Award Goes To...
Cox Media Group Country KKBQ/Houston PD Johnny Chiang (l) and Cox Media Group/Houston VP/Market Mgr. Matt Krieschen (r) accepted the honor of Legendary Station Of The Year at the recent National Association Of Broadcasters (NAB)'s "Marconi Radio Awards" show. The honor marks the station's fourth "Marconi Award" in six years.
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Southern Halo Takes The Stage In South Bend, IN
Country trio Southern Halo took the stage during Federated Media Country WBYT/South Bend, IN's recent 24th birthday celebration. The ladies have upcoming shows in Port St. Lucie, FL; Tuscaloosa, AL; and Cleveland, MS. Southern Halo's Christina Morris; WBYT MD Brad King; and Southern Halo's Hannah and Natalia Morris
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CMA Throws 60th Birthday Celebration
The Country Music Association (CMA) celebrated its 60th anniversary in Nashville this week. Jeannie Seely, Michael Ray, Craig Wayne Boyd, and many others took the stage to perform Country hits from throughout the past 60 years. Pictured L-R: Gatlin Brothers' Steve Gatlin; WME's Rob Beckham; The Fitzgerald Hartley Co.'s Bill Simmons; Gatlin Brothers' Larry Gatlin; Seely; CMA's Sarah Trahern; Gatlin Brothers' Rudy Gatlin; and Boyd
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Haley & Michaels Hang At WKHK/Richmond
Reviver Records' Haley & Michaels recently paid a visit to SummitMedia Country WKHK/Richmond. While there, the duo caught up with station staffers and performed new music. Pictured L-R: Haley & Michaels’ Shannon Haley; WKHK PD Garret Doll; Haley & Michaels' Ryan Michaels; and Reviver Records Mgr./Northeast Promotion Will Robinson
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Jessica Meuse Stops By KWEN/Tulsa
Warrior Records' Jessica Meuse stopped by Cox Radio Country KWEN/Tulsa while on radio tour. Meuse performed songs from her "Halfhearted" album for station staffers. Pictured L-R: Warrior Records' Jimmy Ervin; KWEN MD Jenny Law; Meuse; and KWEN PD Matt Bradley
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Keith Urban Brings 'Graffiti U World Tour' To Oregon
Last night (9/27), Capitol Nashville's Keith Urban brought his "Graffiti U World Tour" to Eugene, OR, where he caught up with Country friends. Urban's current single, "Never Comin Down," is available to download from All Access on the Cool New Music page now. Pictured L-R: KKNU/Eugene afternoon host John Michaels; Capitol Nashville Dir./West Coast Promotion Megan Youngblood; KUPL/Portland MD Danny Dwyer; Urban; KFLY/Eugene afternoon host Pat Garret and OM Val Steele
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Blake Shelton Pops Up In Texas
Warner Bros./WMN's Blake Shelton (c) caught up with Cumulus Country KPLX/KSCS/Dallas PD Mac Daniels (r) and his wife, Cindy (l), during his recent pop-up show in Texas. Shelton's current single, "Turnin' Me On," along with his "Texoma Shore" album, can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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Walker Hayes Swings By SiriusXM's 'The Highway'
Monument Records' Walker Hayes (l) caught up with SiriusXM's "The Highway" host Storme Warren (r) to talk about his new music. Hayes has upcoming shows in West Hollywood, New York City, and Sioux Falls.
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Ricky Skaggs Inducted In To IMBA Bluegrass Music Hall Of Fame
Country legend Ricky Skaggs (l) was officially inducted in to the International Bluegrass Music Awards (IMBA) Bluegrass Music Hall Of Fame last night (9/27) during the "29th Annual International Bluegrass Music Awards" in Raleigh. Skaggs was inducted by longtime friend and fellow GRAMMY Award winner Marty Stuart (r).
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Kudos To Dick Broadcasting Company/Greenville & Greensboro, NC
Kudos to Dick Broadcasting Company clusters in Greenville and Greensboro, NC, which helped to fill two semi trucks with supplies and necessities for those affected by Hurricane Florence. Staffers in Greenville joined the National Guard to help unload the trucks for five hours in order to give back to the community as well as local organizations.
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'2018 Radio Show' Welcomes Podcasting Ladies
The "2018 Radio Show" in Orlando welcomed (pictured L-R) Cumulus nationally syndicated "NASH Nights Live" co-host Elaina Smith, singer/songwriter Jewel, Westwood One Pres./EVP/Corporate Marketing Suzanne Grimes, and former "The Bachelorette" Kaitlyn Bristowe this week. The ladies spoke as part of "The Podcast Boom" panel.
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Cole Swindell Hangs With WJVC/Nassau
Warner Bros./WMN's Cole Swindell caught up with his buddies from JVC Media Country WJVC/Nassau during a recent show. Swindell's current single, "Break Up In The End," along with his "All Of It" album, can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: WMN Dir./Northeast Radio & Streaming Bridget Herrmann; WJVC PD Phathead; Swindell; and LiveNation's Jason Stone
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Alpha Media Hosts #AlphaPopUp Forum
Our Country radio friends at Alpha Media gathered for the company's "#AlphaPopUp" event in Portland, OR. The two-day event has featured several sessions with key Program and Content Directors within Alpha Media to motivate and inform employees. Country artist Willie Jones also stopped by for a performance. Pictured L-R: WIRK/West Palm Beach's Sammy Cruise; WFLS/Fredericksburg, VA's Bill West; KZKX/Lincoln, NE's Rob Kelley; Jones; Alpha EVP Scott Mahalick and Country Format Captain MoJoe Roberts; and KLLL/Lubbock, TX's Jason Kidd
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Maddie & Tae Catch Up With WDXB/Birmingham Friends
Mercury Nashville's Maddie & Tae recently caught up with iHeartMedia Country WDXB/Birmingham PD Tom Hanrahan. The duo has upcoming shows in Bristow, VA; Tulsa; New Orleans; Franklinton, LA; and more. Pictured L-R: Mercury Nashville Dir./Southeast Promotion Jack Christopher; Maddie & Tae's Maddie Marlow and Tae Dye; and Hanrahan
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Carrie Underwood Hangs With WNSH/New York
Capitol Nashville's Carrie Underwood recently caught up with the Cumulus Country WNSH/New York City crew following the station's "Up Close And Country" event. Underwood's new single, "Love Wins," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: WNSH PD John Foxx; UMG Nashville Dir./Radio Promotion & Marketing Chris Schuler; Capitol Nashville Dir./Northeast Promotion Annie Sandor; WNSH APD Mike Allan; Underwood; Cumulus Media VP/Country Format Charlie Cook; WNSH midday host Katie Neal; and Capitol Nashville VP/Promotion Bobby Young
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Pistol Annies Reveal Reunion
Country trio Pistol Annies revealed their reunion, forthcoming album, and upcoming shows during Vanner Records/RCA Nashville artist and Pistol Annies member Miranda Lambert's set at Nashville's Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum (CMHOF) last night (9/26). The trio will release "Interstate Gospel" on Friday, November 2nd. Pictured L-R: CMHOF's Peter Cooper; Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe, Angaleena Presley, and Lambert; and CMHOF CEO Kyle Young
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Luke Bryan Brings 'What Makes You Country Tour' To Salt Lake City
Capitol Nashville's Luke Bryan (c) recently brought his "What Makes You Country Tour" to Salt Lake City, where he caught up with Cumulus Country KUBL/Salt Lake City PD Travis Moon (r) and Moon's daughter, Lorelei (l). The "What Makes You Country Tour" has upcoming shows in Portland, OR; Auburn, WA; Vancouver, Canada; Rochester, NY; and Detroit.
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SOURCE Nashville Hosts 'SOURCE Hall Of Fame Awards'
SOURCE Nashville held its "SOURCE Hall of Fame Awards" last night (9/26) at the Musicians Hall Of Fame And Museum in Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium. Hall Of Fame inductees include Barbara Baker, JoAnn Berry, Tammy Genovese, Holly Gleason, Cathy Gurley, Anita Hogin, and Ronna Rubin. Pictured L-R: Country icon Jeannie Seely; SOURCE President Mandy Gallagher and Treasurer Catherine Moore; Gleason; Rubin; Berry; Gurley; Baker; Hogan; Genovese; SOURCE Hall Of Fame Committee Chair Suzanne Lee; Country icon Brenda Lee; SOURCE VP Alicia Jones and Secretary Jennifer Turbow
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Eli Young Band Parties With WKLB/Boston
Valory Music Co.'s Eli Young Band performed at Beasley Broadcast Group Country WKLB/Boston's recent "Block Party" event, where they hung out with WKLB PD David Corey. The band's current single, "Love Ain't," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: Corey; Eli Young Band's Jon Jones, James Young, and Mike Eli
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Carlton Anderson Swings By KKGO/Los Angeles
Arista Nashville's Carlton Anderson recently stopped by Mount Wilson FM Broadcasters Country KKGO/Los Angeles while on radio tour. Find his debut single, "Drop Everything," at All Access on the Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: Arista Nashville Dir./West Coast Promotion Lisa Owen; Anderson; and KKGO PD Michael Levine
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Dylan Schneider Visits WUBL/Atlanta
Cold River Records' Dylan Schneider recently stopped by iHeartMedia Country WUBL/Atlanta. While at the station, Schneider caught up with staffers and performed new tunes. Find his single, "How Does It Sound," on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: WUBL MD Otis Maher; Schneider; WUBL OM Brian Michel; and Cold River Records Dir./National Promotion Mary Lynne O'Neal
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Tyler Rich Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
Valory Music Co.'s Tyler Rich made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville last night (9/25) and performed his current single, "The Difference," as well as "Adrenaline" and "11:11." Rich will be on the road with BMLG Records' Brett Young beginning in November as part of "CMT On Tour: Here Tonight," which has upcoming stops in Royal Oak, MI; Northfield, OH; and St. Louis. Pictured L-R: Valory Music Co. Dir./National Promotion Ashley Sidoti; Grand Ole Opry Dir./Artist Relations & Programming Strategy Jordan Pettit; Rich; and Valory Music Co. GM George Briner
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Singin' (And Dancin') In The Rain
Country trio Southern Halo joined the iHeartMedia Country WFRE/Frederick, MD crew for a dance in the rain at a recent event that got cut short due to weather. The girls are currently on the road for a radio tour in support of their new music. Pictured L-R: Radio promoter Jay Thomas; WFRE PD/afternoon co-host Brian Mo and midday host Gabby; Southern Halo's Natalia Morris; WFRE afternoon co-host Dave Conrad and morning co-host Tom Whalen; Southern Halo's Christina Morris; WFRE night host Patrick Hanes and morning co-host Dianah; and Southern Halo's Hannah Morris
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CJ Solar Brings Music Row To Alabama
Singer/songwriters CJ Solar, Brent Anderson, and Rick Huckaby performed during the recent "Muscle Shoals To Music Row" event that took place at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, AL. The show was broadcast live on Big River Broadcasting Country WXFL/Florence, AL and will premiere on a future episode on Alabama Public Broadcasting. Pictured L-R: WXFL OM/PD Fletch Brown; Anderson; Huckaby; Solar; Big River Broadcasting Pres. Jerry Phillips and Dir./Digital Marketing Halley Phillips
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WPGB/Pittsburgh Throws Birthday Party
iHeartMedia Country WPGB/Pittsburgh hosted its fourth "Birthday Bash" this week. Featured performances included Warner Bros./WEA's Morgan Evans, Riser House/Columbia Nashville's Mitchell Tenpenny, and Mercury Nashville's Maddie & Tae. Pictured L-R: (back) Team WEA Mgr./Midwest & Northeast Radio & Streaming Shari Roth; Evans; WPGB PD JD Greene; Tenpenny; WPGB's Rachel Alioto; Mercury Nashville Dir./Northeast Promotion Summer Harlow; Maddie & Tae's Maddie Marlow; Columbia Nashville Dir./Northeast Promotion Cliff Blake; Maddie & Tae's Tae Dye; (front) WPGB Promotions Assistants Rachel Mosesso and Miranda VanBramer, night host Travis Marzina, and midday host Katie O
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Haley & Michaels Visit WKXC/Augusta
Reviver Records' Haley & Michaels paid a recent visit to Beasley Broadcast Group Country WKXC/Augusta. The duo is currently on radio tour in support of their new music. Pictured L-R: WKXC PD Chris O’Kelley and Dir./Marketing Melanie Quick; Haley & Michael’s Ryan Michaels and Shannon Haley; and WKXC OM Tee Gentry
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Bring The Bagels On Over
In celebration of Mercury Nashville's Billy Currington earning most-added at Country radio this week with his new single, "Bring It On Over," All Access Nashville brought bagels on over to the UMG Nashville office this morning (9/25). Pictured L-R: UMG Nashville VP/Promotion David Friedman; Mercury Nashville Coord./Promotion Jeannie Sullivan; UMG Nashville SVP/Promotion Royce Risser; Mercury Nashville VP/Promotion Damon Moberly; UMG Nashville Nat. Dir./Radio Syndication Donna Hughes, Dir./Promotion & Radio Marketing Chris Schuler, and EVP/A&R Brian Wright
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WBYT/South Bend, IN Throws Birthday Party
Federated Media Country WBYT/South Bend, IN celebrated their 24th birthday on Sunday (9/23) with a concert that featured performances by Granger Smith, Chris Lane, Terri Clark, Craig Campbell, Jimmie Allen, CJ Solar, and Southern Halo. Pictured L-R: WBYT APD/midday host Brad King, night host Brittney Baily, PD Jesse Garcia, morning co-host Deb Miles, morning co-host Jim Mackey, and overnight host Keith Moody
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WIVK/Knoxville Celebrates Football Season
In celebration of the start of football season, Cumulus Media Country WIVK/Knoxville morning duo Tony (far left) & Kris (far right) have launched "The Big Orange Make Up" campaign. Each week, a listener will be selected to be painted head-to-toe in UT Vols orange all day in order to receive two tickets to a game, as well as other fun prizes. This week's lucky winner was Peyton (center), who was named after Peyton Manning.
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Rascal Flatts Catches Up With KUPL/Portland
Big Machine Records' Rascal Flatts recently caught up with the crew at Alpha Media Country KUPL/Portland. The trio has upcoming shows in Mount Pleasant, MI; Laughlin, NV; Nashville; and more. Pictured L-R: KUPL PD MoJoe Roberts; Rascal Flatts' Gary LeVox; KUPL morning co-host Jake Byron; Rascal Flatts' Joe Don Rooney; KUPL morning co-host Jenn Hays and MD Danny Dwyer; Rascal Flatts' Gay DeMarcus; KUPL morning co-host Tony Russell; and Big Machine Records VP/Promotion Kris Lamb
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LOCASH Kicks It With WEBG/Chicago
Chris Lucas (l) and Preston Brust (r) of Wheelhouse Records' LOCASH caught up with iHeartMedia Country WEBG/Chicago PD Lance Houston (c) recently. The duo's latest single, "Feels Like A Party," is available now on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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Chris Young Sells Out Nashville's Bridgestone Arena
RCA Nashville's Chris Young sold out Nashville's Bridgestone Arena over the weekend as part of his "Losing Sleep World Tour." Young -- along with openers Morgan Evans and Kane Brown -- will make their way to Charleston; Greensboro, NC; Philadelphia; and more in the coming weeks. Pictured L-R: Sony Music Nashville (SMN) EVP/Promotion & Artist Development Steve Hodges; RCA Nashville Mgr./Regional Promotion Matt Galvin; Young; RCA Nashville SVP/Promotion Dennis Reese and Promotion Specialist Nicole Walden
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Old Dominion Perform At Eastern Idaho State Fair
RCA Nashville's Old Dominion caught up with the Riverbend Communications Country KTHK/Idaho Falls crew before taking the stage at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. The group is set to perform in York, PA; West Springfield, WA; and Glen Allen, VA in the coming weeks. Pictured L-R: Old Dominion's Whit Sellers and Trevor Rosen; KTHK afternoon host Justin Pierce; Old Dominion's Matthew Ramsey; KTHK PD/morning host Don Jarrett; and Old Dominion's Geoff Sprung and Brad Tursi
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AIMP Nashville Hosts Annual Songwriter Series
Association Of Independent Music Publishing (AIMP) Nashville recently hosted its fourth annual "AIMP Nashville Songwriter Series," with performances by singer/songwriters Anna Vaus, Jordan Brooker, Kassi Ashton, Kylie Morgan, Mike Walker, and Nicolette Hayford. Pictured L-R: Big Deal Music Group's Dale Bobo; Wrensong's Ree Guyer; SMACKSongs' Shane McAnally; Morgan; Vaus; Walker; Ashton; Hayford; Creative Nation's Luke Laird; and SMACKSongs' Michael Baum
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Re Mattei Stops By WDNB/Monticello, NY
Country artist Re Mattei (c) recently stopped by Bold Gold Media Group Country WDNB/Monticello, NY. While at the station, she performed new music and caught up with WDNB GM/PD Paul Ciliberto (l) and the station's Jonathan Fox (r).
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It's Easy Being Green(e)
BMLG Records' Riley Green (l) caught up with iHeartMedia /Pittsburgh PD JD Greene (r) at a recent show in-market. Find Riley Green's debut single, "There Was This Girl," at All Access on the Cool New Music page now.
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Lee Brice Catches Up With WDZQ/Decatur, IL
Curb Nashville's Lee Brice (r) caught up with Neuhoff Media Country WDZQ/Decatur, IL PD Toby Tucker (l) at the recent "Tailgate N' Tallboys" music festival in Peoria, IL. Brice's new single, "Rumor," is available on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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West Coast, Best Coast
iHeartMedia Country KNIX/Phoenix hosted a "KNIXies" party in celebration of their three "CMA Awards" nominations, which includes Major Market Personality Of The Year (midday host Lois Lewis and morning team "Tim, Ben, And Brooke), as well as Major Market Radio Station Of The Year. Station staffers invited their West Coast record reps for a nice, relaxing day off at the pool. Pictured L-R: BMLG Records' Stella Prado; in2une's Jamice Jennings; Black River Entertainment's Theresa Ford; Cold River Records' Jenna Johnson; KNIX's Brooke Hoover; Big Machine Records' Bill Lubitz; RCA Nashville's Larry Santiago; KNIX's Steve Geofferies; Stoney Creek Records' Matt Vieira; KNIX's Kelly Manders, Reid Spivey, and Hannah Kress; Triple Tigers Records' Annie Brooks; KNIX's Lois Lewis; MCA Nashville's Anna Johnson; KNIX's Ben Campbell and Barrel Boy minus the Barrel; Pearl Records' Glenn Noblit; EMI Nashville's Nick Kaper; and KNIX's Hannah Phillips
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Abby Anderson Talks New EP On 'Ty, Kelly & Chuck'
Black River Entertainment's Abby Anderson (c) visited Cumulus nationally syndicated "Ty, Kelly & Chuck" show, where she chatted with co-hosts Ty Bentli (l) and Kelly Ford (r) about her new EP, "I'm Good;" touring with Brett Eldredge and Devin Dawson; and more.
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Smithfield Helps Launch Rebecca Creek Distillery In Tennessee
Country duo Smithfield recently performed at Rebecca Creek Distillery's official Tennessee distribution launch that took place at the Lucchese Bootmaker showroom in Nashville earlier this week. Find the duo's current single, "Hey Whiskey," on the Cool New Music page at All Access.
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Dan + Shay Hang With KRTY/San Jose
Warner Bros./WAR's Dan + Shay hung out with their pals from Empire Broadcasting Country KRTY/San Jose after a recent show at Clos LaChance Winery. The duo's latest single, "Speechless," is available on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: (back) KRTY's Peyton Rippentrope, Evan Santos, and Emma Peterson; Dan + Shay's Shay Mooney and Dan Smyers; KRTY GM Nate Deaton, Chris Ward, and Samantha Helton; (front) KRTY's Lea Crawford, Mandy Taylor, Dir./Promotions Jamie Jackson, and Kylie Bridge; and Cold River Records Mgr./West Coast Radio Promotion Jenna Johnson
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KTHK/Idaho Falls Launches 'Hawk Book Club For Kids'
Riverbend Communications Country KTHK/Idaho Falls teamed up with Community Care and The Idaho State Police for the launch of their "Hawk Book Club For Kids" campaign at Holy Rosary Catholic School in Idaho Falls. Station staffers helped read to students in order to promote literacy; they will visit a different class each month throughout the school year. Pictured L-R: ISP Sgt. Crain; Ms. Orme; KTHK afternoon host Justin Pierce; Nurse Amy; and KTHK PD/morning host Don Jarrett
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Haley & Michaels Hang In Atlanta
Reviver Records' Haley & Michaels recently performed in Atlanta, where they hung out with their friends from Cumulus Country WKHX/Atlanta. Pictured L-R: Reviver Records' Rick Hughes; WKHX APD Scott Gaines; Haley & Micahel’s Shannon Haley and Ryan Michaels; and WKHX PD Brian Thomas
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LANCO Celebrates 'Greatest Love Story' Going 2x Platinum
Arista Nashville's LANCO celebrated their hit, "Greatest Love Story," earning 2x Platinum honors at the recent NSAI "Nashville Songwriter Awards," where their Sony Music Nashville (SMN) family surprised them with plaques. The group performed the #1 song during the awards show, which also featured lead singer Brandon Lancaster being recognized as Songwriter/Artist Of The Year. Pictured L-R: LANCO's Chandler Baldwin; SMN's Jim Catino; LANCO's Brandon Lancaster; SMN's John Zarling; LANCO's Tripp Howell; SMN's Caryl Atwood and Jen Way; LANCO's Eric Steedly; SMN's Josh Easler; and LANCO's Jared Hampton
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Brett Young Catches Up With Radio Friends
BMLG Records' Brett Young caught up with some radio friends at his recent show in Uncasville, CT. Young's new single, "Here Tonight," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: iHeartMedia/Hartford Digital Program Director Kelsey Maxon; WRNX/Springfield midday host Amanda Jo Parker; Young; Saga Communications/Portland OM Jeff and wife, Melody; and BMLG Records Dir./Northeast Promotion Andrew Thoen
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Tenille Arts Hits The Big Apple
Reviver Records' Tenille Arts (r) caught up with Cumulus Country WNSH/New York City PD John Foxx (l) during a recent station visit. Arts' current single, "I Hate This," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access now.
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Chance McKinney Stops By KTST/Oklahoma City
Studio2B's Chance McKinney recently stopped by iHeartMedia Country KTST/Oklahoma City in promotion of his current single, "Take It Back." Visit the All Access Country Cool New Music page to download the tune now. Pictured L-R: Vision Entertainment’s EJ Bernas; KTST PD Bill Reed; McKinney; and iHeartMedia/Oklahoma City OM Tom Travis
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Re Mattei Visits WCFT/Selinsgrove, PA
Singer/songwriter Re Mattei (c) recently visited with Seven Mountains Media Country WCFT/Selinsgrove, PA morning duo Harry (l) and Shelly Woods (r). Mattei is currently on the road promoting her new music.
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Lucas Hoge Visits Academy Of Country Music
Forge Entertainment Group's Lucas Hoge (l) hung out with Academy Of Country Music (ACM) CEO Pete Fisher (r) during a recent visit to the ACM's Los Angeles office. While there, Hoge performed music from his current album, "Dirty South."
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Tegan Marie Performs At 'Pickin' On The Patio'
Warner Music Nashville's (WMN) Tegan Marie help WMN close its "Pickin' On The Patio" concert series for the year with a performance at the label yesterday (9/20). The event featured a fruit punch drink called "Boys' Tears" in honor of her song, "I Know How To Make A Boy Cry," as well as bubbles and more. Pictured L-R: WMN Sr. Dir./Artist Development Missy Iredell and Chairman/CEO John Esposito; Marie; WMN EVP/A&R Scott Hendricks; Sweety High Co-Founder/CCO Veronica Zelle and Co-Founder/CEO Frank Simonetti
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ACM Hosts 'Guild Of Music Supervisors Conference' Session
The Academy Of Country Music (ACM) teamed with independent music supervisor Frankie Pine for a recent session, “It All Starts with a Song: Nashville, LA, and the Academy Of Country Music,” during the fourth annual "Guild Of Music Supervisors Conference." The session focused on songwriters, the Country music industry, and music supervisors and featured performances from songwriters Lee Thomas Miller, Liz Rose, and Jordan Reynolds. Pictured L-R: ACM VP/Awards & Membership Nick DiFruscia; Guild Of Music Supervisors board member Frankie Pine; Miller; Rose; Reynolds; Warner/Chappell Creative Mgr./Synch Licensing Katie Jelen; and ACM CEO Pete Fisher
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WNWN/Battle Creek, MI Plays Garth Brooks 'All Day Long'
The Midwest Communications Country WNWN/Battle Creek, MI crew played music "All Day Long" by Pearl Records' Garth Brooks last week in support of his upcoming sold-out Notre Dame Stadium show on Saturday, October 20th. Tickets were given to listeners when the station "forgot" to play a Brooks song. Additionally, Brooks himself joined in on the fun with a call to the station to talk about the concert. Pictured L-R: WNWN afternoon host Wild Bill Lewis, PD/midday host PJ Lacey, and morning co-hosts Kim Brixton and Phil O’Reilly
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Dustin Lynch Celebrates Grand Ole Opry Induction With Radio Friends
Broken Bow Records' Dustin Lynch (c) celebrated his induction to the Grand Ole Opry family with radio, records, and industry friends last night (9/18). Backstage, Lynch caught up with Westwood One nationally syndicated "NASH Nights Live" co-host Elaina Smith (l) and Cumulus/Nashville's Audrey Brensing (r).
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Carlton Anderson 'Drops Everything' To Hang With KTOM/Monterey-Salinas-Santa Cruz
Arista Nashville's Carlton Anderson (l) recently visited with iHeartMedia Country KTOM/Monterey-Salinas-Santa Cruz's Sam Diggedy (r) while on radio tour. Anderson is currently out promoting his debut single, "Drop Everything," which can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access
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KTHK/Idaho Falls, ID Walks A Mile In Her Shoes
Kudos to Riverbend Communications Country KTHK (The Hawk)/Idaho Falls, ID and their "Go Go Guys," who strutted their stuff in the annual "Walk A Mile In Her Shoes" event. The team helped raise awareness and a total of $10,000 for The Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center in Idaho Falls. Pictured L-R: KTHK afternoon host Justin Pierce and PD/morning host Don Jarrett
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Brett Eldredge Kicks Off Fall Leg Of 'The Long Way Tour'
Atlantic/WMN's Brett Eldredge recently kicked off the Fall leg of his "The Long Way Tour" in Denver, where he caught up with several Country radio friends backstage. Find Eldredge's latest single, "Love Someone," on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: WMN Chairman/CEO John Esposito; KYGO/Denver's Patrick Knight; Westwood One's George King; Eldredge; KWBL/Denver's Jojo Turnbeaugh; KYGO/Denver's John E Kage; iHeartMedia/Ft. Collins' Eddie Haskell; KWBL/Denver's Bryan "B-Dub" Washington; and KATC/Colorado Springs' Mike Dylan
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"Love Wins" Bagels
In celebration of Capitol Nashville's Carrie Underwood being most-added at Country radio this week with her newest single, "Love Wins," All Access delivered bagels to the winning Capitol Nashville team this morning (9/18). Find the track at All Access on our Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: Capitol Nashville Mgr./Southeast Promotion Ashley Laws and VP/Promotion Bobby Young; UMG Nashville SVP/Promotion Royce Risser; Capitol Nashville Coord./Promotion Katelyn Lester; and UMG Nashville Dir./Promotion & Radio Marketing Chris Schuler
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Rachel Wammack Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
RCA Nashville's Rachel Wammack (c) made her Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday (9/15) and performed her songs, "Damage" and "Closure." While at the Opry, Wammack hung out with Country legend Jeannie Seely (l) and Grand Ole Opry GM Sally Williams (r).
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Mitchell Tenpenny Hangs With WGTY/York, PA
Riser House/Columbia Nashville's Mitchell Tenpenny (l) took the stage during the recent York, PA Fair, where he caught up with Forever Media Country WGTY/York PD Scott Donato (r). Tenpenny's set included his current single, "Drunk Me," which is available now at All Access on the Cool New Music page.
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Billy Currington Takes The Stage In Tulsa
Mercury Nashville's Billy Currington hung out with his friends from Cox Radio Country KWEN/Tulsa at a recent show. Currington has additional upcoming concerts in Loveland, CO; Norco, CA; San Diego; and more. Pictured L-R: KWEN APD/MD Jenny Law; Mercury Nashville Dir./Southwest Promotion Jill Brunett; Currington; and KWEN PD Matt Bradley
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Southern Halo Stops By WDHR/Pikeville, KY
Country trio Southern Halo made a recent visit to East Kentucky Broadcasting Country WDHR/Pikeville, KY, where they hung out with staffers and played music from their album, "Just Like In The Movies." The ladies are currently on radio tour to promote new music. Pictured L-R: (standing) Southern Halo's Natalia, Hannah, and Christina Morris; WDHR PD Dave Stafford; (sitting) WDHR personality Jeff Meek
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Florida Georgia Line Hangs With Nashville Creator Awards Winners
BMLG Records' Florida Georgia Line (FGL) helped WeWork announce the nine winners at the Nashville Creator Awards last week at Nashville's Marathon Music Awards. The winners received a total of $888,000 after they pitched their ideas, business models, and organizations before a live audience and panel of judges, which included FGL, Ashton Kutcher, and Dia Simms. Pictured L-R: WeWork CEO Adam Neumann; Music For Seniors' Sarah Martin McConnell; Loomia's Jannett Liriano; Queen Of Raw's Stephanie Benedetto; FGL's Brian Kelley; Found In Translation's Maria Vertkin; performing artist Melanie Faye; Kutcher; Girl Develop It's Sally MacNicholas; FGL's Tyler Hubbard; The Homies' Kelli Forman and Jonathan Johnson; Community Giver Award winner Branden Harvey; and Prommus' Anthony Brahimsha
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Carrie Underwood Chats With CMT's Cody Alan
Capitol Nashville's Carrie Underwood (r) recently sat down with Premiere Networks nationally syndicated "CMT After MidNite" host Cody Alan (l) to discuss her new album, "Cry Pretty," which dropped today (9/14). The album's lead single, "Love Wins," is available now at All Access on the Cool New Music page.
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WLFP/Memphis Hosts 'Stars & Guitars' Show
Entercom Country WLFP/Memphis recently hosted its "Stars & Guitars" concert, which featured performances by Broken Bow Records' Chase Rice, Triple Tigers' Scotty McCreery, Reviver Records' David Lee Murphy, and Triple Tigers' Russell Dickerson. Find Rice's single, "Eyes On You," McCreery's "This Is It," Murphy's "I Won't Be Sorry," and Dickerson's "Blue Tacoma" on the Cool New Music page at All Access now. Pictured L-R: Rice; McCreery; WLFP afternoon host Marty Brooks; Murphy; and Dickerson
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Runaway June Stops By Academy Of Country Music
Wheelhouse Records' Runaway June made a recent visit to the Academy Of Country Music (ACM) offices in Los Angeles. The trio's newest single, "Buy My Own Drinks," can be found on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: BBR Music Group VP/Publicity Jay Jones; Runaway June's Hannah Mulholland and Naomi Cooke; ACM SVP/Events & Partnerships Erick Long; and Runaway June's Jennifer Wayne
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KHGE/Fresno Hosts 'Howl At The Mall' Show
EMI Nashville's Brandon Lay, Atlantic/WEA's Devin Dawson, and Valory Music Co.'s Tyler Rich recently performed at iHeartMedia Country KHGE/Fresno's "Howl At The Mall" show. Find Lay's current single, "Yada Yada Yada," on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: (back) EMI Nashville Dir./West Coast Promotion Nick Kaper; Lay; KHGE PD/afternoon host Nick Cash; Dawson; KHGE's Katie Price; Rich; Team WEA Mgr./West Coast Radio & Streaming Ray Mariner; and (front) Valory Music Co. Dir./West Coast Promotion Amy Staley
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LANCO Helps Kick Off Detroit Lions Football Season
Arista Nashville's LANCO recently headlined the Detroit Lions' inaugural "Season Launch Week" before the team took on the New York Jets. Before kick-off, the group hung out with former Detroit Lions running back and NFL Hall Of Famer Barry Sanders. Pictured L-R: LANCO's Chandler Baldwin and Eric Steedly; Sanders; and LANCO's Brandon Lancaster, Jared Hampton, and Tripp Howell
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Jimmie Allen Plays For WBEE/Rochester Listeners
Stoney Creek Records' Jimmie Allen took the stage during the recent "Guitars & Stars" show hosted by Entercom Country WBEE/Rochester, NY. Allen's current single, "Best Shot," is available for download at All Access on the Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: WBEE PD/afternoon host Billy Kidd; Stoney Creek Records Dir./Northeast Promotion Lexi Willson; Allen; and WBEE VP/Programming Bob Barnett
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Tyler Rich Continues Radio Tour With KILT/Houston
Valory Music Co.’s Tyler Rich continued his radio tour with a recent stop to Entercom Country KILT/Houston. While there, Rich performed for and hung out with station staffers. Pictured L-R: Valory Music Co. Dir./Southwest Promotion Christy DiNapoli; KILT PD Bruce Logan; Rich; and KILT APD/MD Chris Huff
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Russell Dickerson Hangs With WOGI/Pittsburgh
Triple Tigers’ Russell Dickerson (c) caught up with Forever Media Country WOGI/Pittsburgh MD/afternoon host Jeremy “Danger” Mulder (l) and PD Dave Anthony (r) at a recent show in Pittsburgh. Dickerson is currently on the road with Lady Antebellum’s and Darius Rucker’s “Summer Plays On Tour,” which has upcoming stops in Maryland Heights, MO; Noblesville, IN; Tinley Park, IL; and more.
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Brantley Gilbert Performs In St. Louis
Valory Music Co.’s Brantley Gilbert caught up with his friends from iHeartMedia Country KSD/St. Louis before taking the stage at a recent show. Gilbert has upcoming shows in Syracuse, NY; Saratoga Springs, NY; Nashville; and more. Pictured L-R: KSD night host Hemmy; iHeartMedia/St. Louis SVP/Programming Jules Riley; Gilbert; and KSD PD Dusty Panhorst
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Big Machine Label Group Is In The Fast Lane
Big Machine Label Group (BMLG) celebrated its successful “Big Machine Vodka 400 At The Brickyard” at Indianapolis Motor Speedway this past weekend. BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta was tapped for the official command, and Big Machine Records’ Carly Pearce sand the National Anthem. Pictured L-R: “Big Machine Vodka 400 At The Brickyard” champion Brad Keselowski and his family; Borchetta; BMLG SVP/Creative Sandi Spika Borchetta; and Big Machine Vodka EVP Mark Borchetta
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Abby Anderson Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
Black River Entertainment’s Abby Anderson made her debut at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville last week, surrounded by friends, family, and many fans. Anderson’s set featured songs from her newly-released “I’m Good” EP, including her current single, “Make Him Wait,” as well as “Dance Away With My Broken Heart” and “Naked Truth.” Pictured L-R: Black River Entertainment songwriter Josh Kerr and VP/A&R Doug Johnson; Grand Ole Opry’s Gina Keltner; Anderson; and Black River Entertainment EVP Rick Froio and CEO Gordon Kerr
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Jason Aldean Is Most-Added With 'Girl Like You'
In celebration of Broken Bow Records' Jason Aldean being most-added at Country radio this week with his new single, "Girl Like You," All Access made a bagel delivery to the Broken Bow Records team this morning (9/11). The track is available for download now on the Cool New Music page at All Access. Pictured L-R: Broken Bow Records Co-VP/Promotion Shelley Hargis, Dir./Southeast Promotion Scotty O'Brien, and Coord./Promotion Andrea Knipp; and All Access Nashville Editorial Asst. Athena Puharic
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Jon Pardi Hangs With KKBQ/Houston
Capitol Nashville's Jon Pardi (r) hung out with Cox Media Group Country KKBQ/Houston MD/midday host Christi Brooks (l) at a recent show. Find Pardi's latest single, "Night Shift," at All Access on the Cool New Music page.
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Chris Janson Catches Up With WWKA/Orlando
Warner Bros./WAR's Chris Janson caught up with his friends from Cox Radio Country WWKA (K92.3)/Orlando after performing at the station's "K92.3 Jam" show at Hard Rock Live in Orlando. Janson's current single, "Drunk Girl," can be found at All Access on our Cool New Music page. Pictured L-R: WWKA MD Ashley Stegbauer; KJM Management's Kelly Janson; Chris Janson; WWKA PD Steve Stewart; and Team WAR Mgr./Regional Promotion Tom Starr
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Luke Bryan Celebrates New Nashville Venue
Capitol Nashville's Luke Bryan (l) and his wife, Caroline (r), celebrated the grand opening of the new Luke's 32 Bridge Food + Drink venue in Nashville yesterday (9/10) with a ribbon-cutting and free concert. Bryan performed for 30,000 fans and invited friends like Ryan Hurd and Cole Swindell to perform with him.
