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August 9, 2023
Robbie Robertson, Lead Guitarist And Chief Songwriter For The Band, Dies At 80
JAIME ROYAL “ROBBIE” ROBERTSON, the CANADIAN singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known for his work in ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME inductees THE BAND, passed away after a long illness at the age of 80. In a statement, ROBERTSON’s … more »
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August 8, 2023
AmericanaFest Releases 2023 Schedule & Lineup
The full schedule for AMERICANAFEST in NASHVILLE has been revealed on their 2023 mobile app, including showcases, panels, and special events. The app is available at both the APPLE App Store and GOOGLE Play Store. AMERICANAFEST, set for SEPTEMBR 19-23, … more »
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June 16, 2023
A2IM Announces 2023 Libera Awards Winners
A2IM (THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT MUSIC, INC.) handed out its 2023 LIBERA AWARDS at a ceremony at TOWN HALL in NEW YORK THURSDAY evening (6/15). A2IM GM LISA HRESKO said, "We want to wish the winners, nominees, and the independent … more »
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May 15, 2023
SOLID's 13th Annual 'Music Row Madness' Fundraiser Moves To Nashville's Eastside Bowl
NASHVILLE non-profit SOCIETY OF LEADERS IN DEVELOPMENT (SOLID), a networking organization that provides educational opportunities for entry to mid-level professionals, is moving its 13th annual MUSIC ROW MADNESS fundraiser back to its roots with a … more »
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April 28, 2023
'American Idol's' Alex Lambert Signs With Make Wake Artists And Deep Roots Management
Former AMERICAN IDOL contestant ALEX LAMBERT has signed with NASHVILLE-based MAKE WAKE ARTISTS and DEEP ROOTS MANAGEMENT. He has also signed with CAA for booking. The TEXAS Soul singer released his first EP TODAY (4/28), REBEL WAYS. The six-song Oop … more »
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April 27, 2023
WZNN (Sports 96.1 The Zone)/Lexington, KY Flips To Americana As '96.1 The Hound'
CLARITY COMMUNICATIONS has flipped Sports WZNN (SPORTS 96.1 THE ZONE)/LEXINGTON, KY to Americana as "96.1 THE HOUND." At the station's website, the new format is described as a local and fiercely independent KENTUCKY-centric anti-radio … more »
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March 29, 2023
Big Loud Records Inks Label Deal With Charles Wesley Godwin
BIG LOUD RECORDS has signed a label deal with Appalachian Country-Folk artist CHARLES WESLEY GODWIN. The artist, who was born and raised in the foothills of MORGANTOWN, WV, already has two released albums, SENECA and HOW THE MIGHTY FALL. BIG LOUD … more »
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March 27, 2023
Brandi Carlile, Chris Isaak, The War And Treaty Featured In 21st Annual Americana Honors PBS Broadcast
The AMERICANA MUSIC ASSOCIATION and AUSTIN CITY LIMITS (ACL) are partnering to bring a special broadcast featuring performance highlights from the 21st ANNUAL AMERICANA HONORS. The hour-long special premieres SATURDAY, APRIL 1st at 7p (CT)/8p (ET) on … more »
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February 5, 2023
Grammy Awards Premiere: Favorites Brandi, Beyonce Take Home Multiple Awards, Viola Davis Earns EGOT
The 65th GRAMMY AWARDS PREMIERE CEREMONY, which honors most of the 91 nominees not announced during the CBS telecast, took place this morning at the MICROSOFT THEATER in LOS ANGELES. BEYONCE was among the first batch of winners, taking home BEST … more »
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January 30, 2023
Country Artist Matt Freedman Inks Deal With Forward Music Management
FORWARD MUSIC MANAGEMENT has signed Country artist MATT FREEDMAN to its roster. The PHILADELPHIA native, described as a blend of Country, Rock, Americana, Pop and Blues, came on the scene in 2021 with his song "Good Love." FREEDMAN and his … more »








