2025 Artists

Adam Craig moved to Nashville, TN, in 2004 from Washington state. After moving to Tennessee, he wrote songs that were recorded by Jason Aldean, Dustin Lynch, Montgomery Gentry, and Love and Theft. He had his first hit with the band Parmalee (Close Your Eyes). After success as a writer, Adam was signed to a record deal with BMG records. His single “Just A Phase” charted in the top 30. Since then, Adam has had songs recorded by George Strait, Blake Shelton, Kane Brown, Dylan Scott, Easton Corbin, Adam Sanders, Drew Bladridge, Cody Johnson, Randal King, Dalton Dover and Lee Brice.

Welcome To Adam Ezra Group He takes a month out of each year to visit the living rooms of his fans around the country… His band and nonprofit organization RallySound host a free festival every summer that raised $151,000 for homeless veterans in 2024… He live-streamed for 500 nights in a row during the pandemic… They co-produced an album with 163 fans… If you haven’t connected with Adam Ezra Group yet, these are just a few examples to help you understand how this underground, Americana songwriter and his bandmates seem to have popped out of nowhere, establishing a connection with their fans unlike any other, and are suddenly selling out theaters throughout the Northeast. Adam Ezra will joke with you that while the “nowhere” part might be accurate, nothing has ever just “popped” for this folk musician and activist. Without resources, connections, or any kind of clue how the music world works, Ezra began playing shows over 20 years ago. When music venues wouldn’t hire him, he played bars, bookstores, fields, and parking lots, often raising money for causes he cared about; a practice that grew into his nonprofit organization RallySound. “We’d play five hours a night,” Adam reminisces, “more often than not, in danger of outnumbering the audiences we were playing for…” So how did this band operating so far outside the traditional music world come to win New England Music Award’s “Americana Act of the Year” in 2023? What could have happened to inspire John Oates to call Adam and invite him to begin a songwriting friendship that would lead to John producing their latest release and co-write, “Hold Each Other Now”? What happened to catch the attention of The Wallflowers, who recently invited AEG to join them on their spring tour, or SPIN Magazine who recently proclaimed, “This Independent Underground Folk Band Is Blowing Up Without Selling Out”? If you ask Adam, he’ll tell you: “One person at a time, over many years and thousands of shows, decided to turn their heads to listen. One person at a time decided to share our music with folks they care about. That’s always been our story. It’s no fairytale, but it sure makes me proud and humbled when I look out from the stage to watch theaters full of people singing along to our music.” These days you’ll find Adam and his bandmates, Corinna Smith (Fiddle), Poche Ponce (Bass), and Alex Martin (Percussion), constantly out on the road. If you look at their tour schedule now, you can buy tickets to see them at festivals, rock venues, and theaters around the country, but you will also see their tour continuously peppered with activism and grassroots events; a testament to an artist who will never forget where he came from, and whose mission is about much more than music.

Adriana McDonald is an alt-rock singer/songwriter and frontwoman of the Florida-based band Shy Blossom, which evolved from her solo project in early 2024. What started with Adriana writing and performing songs on acoustic guitar quickly expanded into a four-piece that’s making waves in Southwest Florida’s indie scene. With Adriana leading on vocals and guitar, Shy Blossom delivers emotionally resonant, guitar-driven tracks—first showcased on their debut album Bloom, featuring David Abbruzzese, and later on their Stardust EP. A major milestone came on March 13, 2025, when Shy Blossom opened for ’90s rock band Sister Hazel at The Ranch Concert Hall in Fort Myers—an achievement that spotlighted Adriana’s soulful performance and the band’s rising profile. In just a year, Adriana McDonald has transitioned from solo songwriter to the dynamic leader of a full band, gaining recognition for heartfelt lyrics and powerful live shows, yet all of her music still begins with her creative vision and an acoustic guitar.

Alan Bradford is a unique guitar player and an old soul singer/songwriter. A musician who can deliver hours of covers, as well as original songs; he is an all-around entertainer who can “read the crowd” and cater the music to their desires. Whether in an assisted living, country club, bar room, local or national festival or private house concert, his music is a wonderful addition to any gathering. Alan started playing music while growing up in New Jersey. In college in the early 70's, Alan had the opportunity to play with many touring professionals, two of whom became great influences: Harry Chapin and James Taylor. Alan’s love of music led him to write and record his own songs. His CD of original music, From the Heart, is having great success with “Johnson’s Farm” and “Cowboy Heaven”getting worldwide airtime. BMI (the international music licensing agency that represents Alan) has just informed him that his original songs are now being used in films and television shows. Review for His CD From the Heart “With Alan Bradford’s From the Heart, he shows us that he is a songwriter who refuses to look the other way - and in refusing to do so, he opens our eyes and ears to the world around us; the good, the bad, and the ever-changing. With the prose and passion of Pete Seeger, and Jim Croce's smooth vocal sincerity, Alan's songs memorialize all of life's wonders and challenges. You’ll never forget Alan after listening to From the Heart!” -Dr. Bob Your Big Picture Cafe

Young Country traditionalist Alex Miller’s world expanded wildly following his American Idol experience in 2021. Shortly after his exit from the show, Miller secured a manager, a booking agent, and a record label. Alex’s well-received debut album, MILLER TIME (April 2022), generated three high-impact singles: “I’m Over You, So Get Over Me,” “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya,” and “Through With You.” Miller’s second project for Billy Jam Records, the EP COUNTRY (October 2023), featured additional hits: “When God Made The South,” “Girl, I Know A Guy,” and the smash single, “Puttin’ Up Hay.”   In June of 2024, Alex made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry. “It was incredible,” Miller says. “I had fans drive in from several different states to see the show and share that experience with me. It was amazing.”   The 6’ 6” singer/songwriter from rural Lancaster, Kentucky, is a natural fan favorite whose career has moved at warp speed. In addition to touring heavily throughout 2021, this talented newcomer was honored as the Texas Roadhouse Artist of the Month (October) and performed a duet with Grand Ole Opry star Rhonda Vincent at the Lee Greenwood All-Star Salute concert (November). By the beginning of 2022, Alex had entertained at multiple State Fairs (Kentucky, Missouri, New York, Washington, Wisconsin), and opened for Hank, Jr, Josh Turner, Lee Brice, and Shenandoah. His star continued to rise, and even more bookings rolled in with Miller opening for Brooks & Dunn, Jamey Johnson, King Calaway, and Aaron Watson in 2022. Additionally, he shared the stage with Diamond Rio and Sawyer Brown and debuted at the popular Wild Rose Casinos in Iowa. By the end of 2023, Alex had appeared on bills with: Chris Janson, Chapel Hart, Drake Milligan, Noah Thompson, Dillon Carmichael, HunterGirl, Emily Ann Roberts and Tracy Byrd. Miller performed at State Fairs in Kentucky, Missouri, New York, Oklahoma, and West Virginia, plus County Fairs in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. Alex also partnered with CMR Nashville, Europe’s #1 Country Music Radio Station, to host a curated monthly radio show called MILLER TIME - a fun, inside look at Miller’s inventive mind. Closing out a spectacular year, he received the American FFA Degree for excellence, the organization’s highest accolade.   His heavy touring schedule exposed Alex to alternate genres and new artists, and in 2024 he opened for headliners Justin Moore, Ian Munsick, Neal McCoy, Alabama, and more. “I’m always working to better myself and my music,” Alex says. “But I’m country … ain’t nothin’ gonna change that.”    Miller is serious about carving out time for his songwriting. “It really helps me stay centered on who I am as an artist while at the same time giving me a chance to experiment a bit,” Alex notes. In the last 12 months alone, Alex has collaborated with hitmakers Kent Blazy, Larry Cordle, Kirsti Manna, Byron Hill, Carl Jackson, Wood Newton, Jerry Salley, Josh Shilling, and Bill Whyte. Miller has also written with select talented newcomers, including Emily Ann Roberts, Allie Colleen, and Sara Jean Kelley. “Writing with these folks has been huge for me,” Alex says. “It’s broadened my horizon musically and made me more confident with my songwriting. And hey, when it works and you’ve got a good song at the end of the day, there’s no better feeling.” Alex’s songwriting is a highlight of his current EP, MY DADDY’S DAD, released April 2024. The energetic entertainer co-wrote three of the project’s five songs. Produced by Jerry Salley for Billy Jam Records, the collection’s title track and first single quickly became a Country radio hit. “She Makes Dirt Look Good,” the EP’s second single release, is also a hit that’s enjoying a long and successful radio run. MY DADDY’S DAD ranges from rowdy to romantic and proves Miller is here for the long haul.    For a “kid from Kentucky” who began his career at the age of seven, Alex’s commitment to his craft is hardly in doubt. As a youngster, he quickly progressed from shows in and around his hometown of Lancaster to larger markets. Alex performed at the Dolby Theatre, Lucas Oil Stadium, WoodSongs, Renfro Valley, Lincoln Jamboree and more. His expressive tenor voice brought him early success and his skills with guitar and lap steel are an integral part of his stage show today. Alex also plays ukulele, bass, and banjo.  Miller has a few surprises in store for fans this year, including a streaming duet track,   “More Country Than You,” with Emily Ann Roberts and a radio single/video for “The Byrd,” which features the legendary Tracy Byrd.  

Born and raised in Springfield Massachusetts, independent artist and songwriter Alex Rohan has always had a passion for music. Growing up with a family full of musicians, Alex had an interest early on. He began singing at a very young age and from there taught himself how to play guitar. He started to perform for more than just his family. As a teenager, he started playing at local bars and restaurants where he gained a lot of his early musical experience. Rohan is not only a musician but also an esteemed song writer. His repertoire of original songs breaks barriers between genres through meaningful and expressive songwriting. His first solo EP entitled “Lancaster” debuted in 2021. Critics calling it a “mix of reggae and alternative” (Nantucket Inquire and Mirror), it includes “engulfing songs with intense instrumentals”. He also pays homage to other genres with songs of a country feel with folk inspired melodies. Beyond playing his own originals, Alex’s live performances include covers of artists such as Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, and Stevie Ray Vaughn. His solo shows include rhythmic and lead guitar riffs with live looping that engage the audience. His smooth, soulful vocals aid in the genre-bending artists’ ability to please the audience. When Rohan has the opportunity, he and his band The Alex Rohan Band, will bring the progressive jam-band feel while showcasing talented vocals and musicianship. As Alex continues to establish his own name, he has supported many other musicians, such as Mark Roberge of O.A.R., Jack Johnson, and Badfish a tribute to Sublime. As a growing musician, he began playing bigger venues as the headliner himself. He now plays upwards of 150 shows a year. Alongside bigger events, you can continue to find him at local establishments. Rohan feels some of the best energy is found at home continuing to support the community that supports him. New England is not the only place you will find Alex. His talent with both musicianship and songwriting has brought him across the country to different music festivals and events. He has had week long residencies in places like Nantucket playing for Cisco Brewery to Florida for Blast on the Bay Songwriters festival. He has appeared everywhere from casino stages to the Big E, one of the country’s biggest fairs. As a BMI songwriter, he has appeared alongside other artists including Chris Young, Jelly Roll, and Riley Green in the Key West Songwriters Festival. Alex has plans to continue traveling and releasing new music. His latest inspiration for his songwriting has been his growing family, as Rohan and his wife welcomed a daughter in late 2023.

Career Achievements and Highlights: Songwriter/Performer-2004 ABC hit comedy "Hope and Faith" theme song "Sisters" Songwriter/Performer-Interscope Records Release “Laguna Beach: Summer Can Last Forever” Alissa Moreno “Next Time” Songwriter/Performer-2007 Lifetime hit series "Army Wives" show ID "Far From Here" Songwriter/Performer/Co-Producer-"In Your Wake" Alissa Moreno and Grammy Winning Producer Rich Jacques  Songwriter-2008 Billboard #2 Billboard Hot Country Songs Songwriter 2009 Grammy Nominated song "Every Day," Rascal Flatts Songwriter-2009 CMT Group Video Of The Year Winner "Every Day," Rascal Flatts Songwriter-2010 The Voice Season 1 Winner Javier Colon “That’s My Little Girl” and “When” Songwriter-2011 South African Idol Winner Platinum album Elvis Blue “Only Wanna Be With You” Songwriter-2012 Kelly Sweet “Why (Nothing Else Matters)" Songwriter-2012 Big Al Anderson feat. Vince Gill and Jerry Douglas “Strings” Songwriter-2014 YA Novel Series “Wildflower” by Alecia Whitaker Songwriter-2015 YA Novel Series Part 2 “The Road To You” by Alecia Whitaker Songwriter-2016 iTunes Jazz charts topper John Oates and The Time Jumpers "Santa Be Good To Me" Songwriter-2016 Concord Records “Gravity” Javier Colon “Walking Blind” Songwriter-2017 Duck Dynasty’s Uncle Si & The Sicotics “The Yee-Haw Song” Songwriter-2018 Grammy Nominated Best Reggae Album (Avrakedabra) hit single “Pineapple Wine," Morgan Heritage Songwriter-2020 ARIA and Golden Guitar Nominee Angus Gill “3 Minute Movie” Songwriter/Performer-2022 Vere Music Release Album "Meet Again" Alissa Moreno and Grammy Nominated Producer Neilson Hubbard Songwriter/Performer-2022 Vere Music Release Album "Meet Again" Alissa Moreno and Grammy Nominated Producer Neilson Hubbard 2023 Vere Music Release Album “Cuts and Covers” produced by Neilson Hubbard 2023 “A Long December” iTunes chart position #3 Ireland singer songwriter  2025 Vere Music 2nd quarter Release Album Transcendent produced by Neilson Hubbard  TV My Mom Married A Yeti, The Vineyard, The Hills, The City, The Drive, Roller Girls, Cheer, Army Wives, Laguna Beach, How I Met Your Mother, Guiding Light, Y&R, General Hospital, Days Of Our Lives, Will and Grace, Criminal Minds, Star, Girls Guide To Depravity, Sorority Wars, Degrassi, What Chili Wants, Music City, First Love Second Chance, I Used To Be Fat,, Vanderpump Rules, Charmed, That’s So Raven, American Idol (You're Going To Hollywood!) Commercials Tide-Wall Of Stink, Belk “Style Like You” Goldford, Young and The Restless Promo, Army Wives Cares Promo “Better” Alissa Moreno, Central Way Numbers “Perfectly Perfect” Steven Davis. Film Daltry Calhoun (Johnny Knox, Juliette Lewis) Undiscovered, Mall Cop. What If God Were The Sun, All In, Noelle, By The Sea (Jolie/Pitt) Just Getting Started, Conversations With Lucifer, Cold Meat (Nina Bergman).  A Passion for Music Education After 2002-2009 as I developed my own teaching studio and private practice, I earned the help of some incredible musicians such as Don Was, Matthew Gerrard, and Ricki Lake who asked me to teach their children and helped guide me further in my career as a musician and performer.  While I was teaching at MI’s Hollywood Pop Academy, I was lucky enough to take evening courses there with the great producer songwriters Alex Cantrell and Ron Harris. I believe these experiences and growing up with school teacher parents molded and shaped my love of music education. My longstanding interest in pursing a MFA in music composition and scoring has also been heavily influenced by these great experiences.

Thriving in Jake Owen’s camp for years has made Angie a high level songwriter and performer. In 2019, she was named one of three artists for CMA’s artist development program led by Kix Brooks, Mary Hilliard Harrington, and Marion Kraft. In 2020, her single ‘Real Talk’ catapulted her onto the country scene by making her a ‘Highway Find’ on Sirius XM the Highway. Her last three singles in 2021 have each hit over one million streams since release and have been added to some of the biggest editorial playlists on both Spotify and Apple Music. Touring an average of 10 cities a month, Angie has played over 1000+ live shows and has shared the stage with artists like Big & Rich, Tanya Tucker, Sammy Kershaw, Trace Adkins, Melissa Etherige, Jake Owen and more. With over 150k+ cumulative followers, you can find her on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook at @officialangiek.

Audrey Spillman is a songwriter and artist based near Nashville, TN. Her songs have been recorded by artists such as Amy Grant and also been featured in Film/TV. She has taken the stage with legendary artists such as Rodney Crowell and recorded with icons such as Kris Kristofferson. With a southern gothic style in her writing and sound, her upcoming album, Nightingale, is immersed in faith, family and home. The album will feature artists such as John Moreland, Natalie Hemby, Mindy Smith and Garrison Starr.

Bill Metts started singing and playing guitar during the country blues revival of the 1960s and fell in love with the art of finger-style guitar. Shortly after moving to Southwest Florida, he was asked to serve on the board of the nationally known Americana Community Music Association. He began writing songs as a result of being asked to host their weekly Songwriter Circle and for four years did so. He also volunteered for “Hope by Song Inc,” a not-for-profit organization, creating songs from the writings of people dealing with great emotional trauma in order to help them heal through the power inherent in music. He has performed at the prestigious Mississippi John Hurt Blues Festival, the world-famous "Ground Zero" in Clarksdale Mississippi, at the Will McLean Festival in Brooksville, Florida, and in the BMI sponsored Island Hopper Songwriter Festival.

Billy McKnight is a longtime entertainer and current front man of country rock group Soul Circus Cowboys. The band’s blend of emotive lyricism, classical rock influence, and soul-style instrumentation powers high-energy performances. The band’s recent releases “I Got Mexico,” “Sundown,” "Sunshine State," "Knowing That Girl," and "Because Of The Brave" were featured on Great American Country (GAC) and Country Music Television (CMT). The track “If You’re Gonna Leave” topped out at No. 22 on the Billboard Heatseekers Chart; “Because Of The Brave” landed in the Top 75 on the MusicRow Chart. Performing an average of 150 shows a year, Soul Circus Cowboys has performed alongside Big & Rich and other famed country and southern rock acts. The group has enjoyed more than 1.3 million Spotify streams and six million views on YouTube.

CMA, ACM & Grammy nominee, Bobby Tomberlin, was raised in Luverne, Al, where he was a disc jockey at the age of 11, interviewing icons like Johnny Cash, Waylon and Tammy Wynette. Bobby was discovered by Mel Tillis and recently celebrated his 26th year as a staff songwriter for CURB Word Music. Bobby co-wrote "One More Day", recorded by Diamond Rio, Darryl Worley’s Top 10 hit, "A Good Day To Run” and the new Willie Nelson/Barbra Streisand single, “I’d Want It To Be You”. Bobby has also had songs recorded by Blake Shelton, Faith Hill, Josh Turner, Kenny Rogers, Joe Nichols, Dolly Parton, Rodney Atkins, Joe Diffie, Dylan Scott, Pam Tillis, Mo Pitney, Jamey Johnson, Jerry Lee Lewis, Chris Young, The Oak Ridge Boys, Thompson Square, Bill Anderson, actor Chris Pine, Moe Bandy, Craig Morgan, Terri Clark, John Schneider, Lee Greenwood, Bobby Bare, Jeannie Seely, Steve Wariner, Rhonda Vincent and many others. Bobby was one of the cast members of the CMT hit series, The Singing Bee, for four seasons and has appeared on numerous television shows including Country’s Family Reunion, Opry Backstage and Authentic America. Bobby has also been featured in several films including Wheeler, co starring Kris Kristofferson and Stephen Dorff. Bobby’s 2016 release, Out Of Road, featured guest vocals by Vince Gill, Bill Anderson and Bobby Bare. Like his current single, Bobby really has lived Country Music.

Brian Sutherland is an acoustic songwriter living in Nashville, TN. His brand of Americana has a certain pop and jazz influence that makes his music both timeless and relevant. He writes about love, loss, victories and defeats, and how leaning into your heart is always the best way forward. Sutherland honed his craft on the Gulf Coast shores of Southwest Florida, entertaining tourists and telling stories. A veteran of the songwriting festival circuit, he's been selected to perform at the Island Hopper Songwriting Festival, Key West Songwriters Festival, Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival, String Break Music Festival, Riverhawk Music Festival and the Druid City Songwriters Festival. Sutherland doubles down on his influences and driving forces on Sounds Like Love, his 3rd studio album. A collection of letters to anyone with an open heart, one common thread is woven through the whole record, hope. Hope that, no matter the dark, you can always find your way back to the light.

Bryan Ruby is a rising country music artist and current John Lennon International Songwriting Contest Finalist based in Nashville, Tennessee. As a songwriter, Bryan has written over 30 songs that have been recorded by country and pop music singers. Bryan won Season 7 of the talent-search competition Nashville Rising Song, and released his debut single, “Left Field” in 2022. The song was featured on The TODAY Show and added to rotation on SiriusXM’s Country Pride and the Academy of Country Music's Ultimate Pride Playlist. With an “expressive baritone,” (Music Row Magazine) and “introspective and relatable storytelling” (The Nash News), Bryan’s music combines raw, deeply vulnerable truth with “a honey-bourbon voice that was destined for country music” (The Nashville Scene).

Cargan Murray, a compelling singer-songwriter hailing from Fort Myers, Florida, brings his distinctive alternative rock sound to the Island Hopper Songwriter Fest. With over two years of dedicated performance and songwriting experience in Southwest Florida, Cargan has become a notable figure in the local music scene. He is the primary songwriter for his band, Ichinen, and also performs as a solo artist at various venues across the region. Cargan's music aims to be a powerful medium for promoting peace, dialogue, and a deeper understanding of our shared human experience. Currently completing his bachelor's degree in history at FGCU, Cargan skillfully navigates his academic pursuits alongside his burgeoning musical career. He invites you to experience his songs and, if you connect with his music, check out his band at @ichinenband on Instagram.

Charlie Pace is a fresh new face to the music scene with her bright orange hair and colorful clothes. When she walks into a room she turns heads. You see the question on their faces... who is this girl?  It’s when she hits the stage that you know who she is. She is soulful, dynamic and takes control, mesmerizing anyone nearby. From the first song she turns heads and has the attention of everyone. She is quiet and polite offstage so her stage presence is surprisingly high energy and the music is deep, catchy and has you dancing along all while contemplating the meaning behind the lyrics. She writes about what she cares about and every song has a story. She crosses genres, no boundaries; writing and singing rock, funk, blues, punk and folk. And no matter what she sings, the soul emancipates with every word. How does someone so young sing with so much soul? That answer comes from her story... like most great musicians.

2020 started with a roar for Chloé Caroline after the release of several successful singles throughout 2019 and a major move from her Nashville home to Los Angeles. Her songs have received substantial airplay on all streaming platforms and terrestrial radio across the globe and her music videos have been added to BBC, Radio Disney, CMT, Nickelodeon, and other high profile video channels. Stellar performances at The Sundance Film Festival’s “Snowball”, The Analog, Hotel Café, and the iconic Bluebird Cafe in January propelled her career forward with multiple industry endorsements.  The process of writing and recording this record began in 2017 and was to not only be her first record but first fan-funded record as she launched a Pledge Music campaign in 2018. Unfortunately, the company went bankrupt thus delaying the release of the record, yet Chloé not only insisted on finishing it but fulfilled her fan’s merchandise all out of her own pocket since she didn’t end up receiving the majority of the funds raised. Most recently, like so many other artists, her career came to screeching halt with the onslaught of COVID19, but instead of stopping Chloé has persevered going into a creative whirlwind. The result is two finished full-length albums, the first, “Everywhere I Go” was released June 5th 2020 with a series of short form visual content for socials media. As her fan base consistently grows, these elements will continue to show the other visual and creative sides of Chloé Caroline.  While this album features five previously released singles, it also contains nine new original songs including a remix of her ever popular single Gypsy Daughter. Chloé is the consummate independent artist and while labels and publishers have been circling, she continues to remain indie, keeping a firm hand on her songwriting and career. With “live” music was on the back burner for the remainder of 2020, Chloé focused on live streaming several upcoming shows with Live X Live and BMI Music to take her music and song directly to her fans.  Born and raised off of the Pacific Coast Highway on the shores of Manhattan Beach, California, Chloé Caroline was immersed in sound from birth. Her father, a musician and film maker, filled their house with the eclectic sounds of Fleetwood Mac and The Stones, mashed up with Frank Sinatra, Rickie Lee Jones and Dolly Parton. A gypsy in spirit and a student of human behavior, Chloé has been writing songs in journals for as long as she can remember. “My lyrics are intimately personal to me but also based on universal experiences that people can relate to," says Chloé. Chloe’s unique, melancholic vocal style and reflective lyrics helped her define a "New SoCal Sound” combining old school influences with a fresh, organic, Indie-pop twist, which has caught the attention of industry heavy hitters including this review from President of Entertainment at Caesars Entertainment Jason Gastwirth at The Emerge+Music festival in Las Vegas. “Chloé has a beautiful voice, strong stage presence, and tremendous upside," said Jason. "Her audience engagement introducing her songs also came across as really sincere.”   Her personal, daily connection with over 200K fans has built a devoted, global “Chloé Caroline Crew” of followers. Since 2015 Chloé has written and performed several songs for film including the title track “Ready To Come Home” for Oscar-winner Steve Herek’s “The Great Gilly Hopkins”. In 2018 she made her acting debut in the feature film "Love of Course" and wrote/performed the film's entire soundtrack. Chloé's indie releases have shown her “hands-on” growth as a writer, artist, and now producer.  

Multi-platinum global entertainer Chris Young has accumulated an impressive list of accomplishments, including membership in the iconic Grand Ole Opry, more than nine billion global streams, 14 career No. 1 singles, 25 R.I.A.A.-certified projects and numerous ACM, AMA, CMA and GRAMMY nominations, as well as wins for “Performance of the Year” and “Collaborative Video of the Year” at the CMT Music Awards. These milestones and more landed him among Billboard’s top country artists of the decade. Young is starting the new year with a new label, joining the artist roster of Black River Entertainment. The big news comes on the heels of Young’s ninth studio album, Young Love & Saturday Nights, released in 2024. The album’s title track and chart-topping single leans into David Bowie’s “Rebel Rebel” signature guitar lick, making the legendary rocker a writer on the song. Named “one of his era’s finest traditionalists” by the Associated Press, Young is an international ambassador for country music, performing to capacity crowds around the world. With a hit-packed set that highlights his fourteen chart-toppers, the GRAMMY and ACM nominated vocalist’s most recent headlining tour played to over 400,000 fans in three countries.

Claire Liparulo is a Southwest Florida-based singer-songwriter. Her soulful, dynamic vocal style is complemented by the vivid landscapes she paints through her writing. Known most widely as the front woman for acclaimed reggae act, The Freecoasters, Claire has toured all over the United States in venues such as: The Sinclair (Cambridge), Brooklyn Bowl (Brooklyn), and Levitt Pavillion (Denver) to name a few. She writes with unflinching poignancy on the gamut of personal topics that many of us face. An engaging presence on or off stage, Claire connects with her listeners and invites them warmly into the moment. Claire's song The Cost was a semi-finalist in American Songwriter's international songwriter competition in 2024 and just this year, her unreleased song "Blue in the Face" made her a Nashville Songwriter's Association "One to Watch." Her EP The Cost is available on all streaming platforms.

With 120 million streams and counting, this heart-driven, independent country singer-songwriter from Rochester, NY - now splitting time in Nashville, TN, has transformed her passions into a flourishing music career and nationally recognized coffee and whiskey brand called Hoyser Country. Performing 200+ shows per year, Claudia has shared stages with Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton, Little Big Town and many more. Hoyser’s music has been featured on CMT, Netflix, country radio and selected as commercial theme songs for Camping World and ESPN radio. Touring as an intimate, storytelling acoustic act or bringing an energetic full band performance, the floodgates have opened wide for this fingerprint sound and she is just getting started.

Born in Panama City, Florida, Clint Daniels is an American country music singer and songwriter. He was signed as a solo artist with Arista Nashville in 1998. There, Daniels released four songs, two of which charted on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs. In 2003, Daniels signed with Epic Records but never released an album. Having already co-written his first Number One single for Joe Nichols (Brokenheartsville), he focused his career on songwriting and has been primarily known for his songwriting and performing at showcases across the country. As a BMI award-winning songwriter, Daniels has co-written Number One singles for Joe Nichols, Montgomery Gentry (Roll With Me) and most recently, Eric Church (Some Of It). His songs have helped shape country music for almost 20 years and have been recorded by George Strait, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Clay Walker, Easton Corbin, Jon Pardi, Brandy Clark and other country acts. In 2019, Daniels signed a co-venture publishing deal with BMG and Porchlight Music. In 2020, he was both nominated for a Grammy (country song of the year) and an ACM for the song, Some Of It.

A little bit muddy water Mississippi, a little bit California beach bum, Danny grew up playing, singing and writing for his family gospel band in south Mississippi. He achieved his first #1 gospel song as a songwriter at the age of 17 before moving to Nashville and founding and fronting the country rock band, Western Flyer, with whom he made two albums and had numerous Top 40 singles. Danny went on to sing background vocals on many hit records by the likes of Montgomery Gentry, Keith Anderson and Blake Shelton before focusing on songwriting. As a writer, Danny has had cuts on a diverse range of artists from Montgomery Gentry to Joe Cocker and has celebrated many hits, such as Craig Morgan’s “International Harvester, Tim McGraw’s “Truck Yeah”, LoCash’s “I Love This Life” and 2009’s most played country smash, “She’s Country”.

David "Dave" Pahanish is an American singer-songwriter. He co-wrote the No. 1 Billboard country music singles "Do You Believe Me Now” by Jimmy Wayne, "American Ride" by Toby Keith, and "Without You" by Keith Urban. Pahanish has also had songs recorded by Tim McGraw. A native of southwestern Pennsylvania, Pahanish regularly performed folk rock on the stages of Pittsburgh for over 15 years. His songs appeared in television series and he collaborated with Nashville-based songwriter Michael Garvin. Pahanish relocated from California, Pennsylvania, to Nashville in late 2006. Within weeks, he was offered three music publishing deals, and signed with 3 River Publishing, owned by songwriters Hillary Lindsey, Dallas Davidson, and Cole Wright. Pahanish wrote the majority of songs on Moon Township country singer Sarah Marince's debut CD, Somebody Like You. He also co-wrote and co-produced the Top 40 Billboard Hot Country Songs charting single, "I Will", by Jimmy Wayne. Pahanish co-wrote the single, "Without You", with Joe West, recorded by Keith Urban on his 2010 album, Get Closer. Urban chose the song because of how closely the lyrics and message fit in with his own life, stating: "It's the most autobiographical song I never wrote." Pahanish wrote the song after meeting his wife’s family for the first time, without realizing any similarities to Urban’s life. The song became Urban's 12th No. 1 single and Pahanish and West's third No. 1 song. Two of Pahanish's songs were recorded by Tim McGraw for his 2012 album, Emotional Traffic.

Originally from the great state of New Jersey, Dylan has been writing songs and performing in Nashville for 18 years. He has had three #1 songs: Tim McGraw’s “Watch The Wind Blow By,” Jake Owen’s “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” and most recently Jason Aldean’s “Take A Little Ride.” Other artists who have recorded Dylan’s songs include Trace Adkins, Will Hoge and Gabe Dixon. He is an avid supporter and volunteer for Musicians On Call, an organization that provides live music for patients in area hospitals, and he co-hosts an annual benefit for JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) with good friend and frequent collaborator EMI Records Nashville recording artist Eric Paslay. His proudest accomplishment is his beautiful daughter Isabella, who serves as his greatest inspiration.

In a time when many artists are striving to find their identity, Erick Willis is slowly leaving his mark on the scene, with a personality that is true and not just a stage persona. Taking cues from the music he was raised on Erick is blending soulful melodic lyrics, with the deep groove of roots-rock and as his lyric says, "with some of the harder stuff." Showcasing a smooth voice with an excellent upper register, uniquely gravely at times, and always pleasant to the ear, Erick is bringing lots of soul to the mix, along with undeniably Texas inspired lyrics.

British brother trio Essex County is known for their fusion of gritty, masculine, vocals, pristine, family harmony, and irreverent guitar. The exclusive mix earned the“So Good” singers millions of streams, spot a top multiple Spotify playlists, including New Boots playlist and invitations to perform at some country music‘s most prestigious venues and festivals. The Band – Nate Bass, Mark Bass and Kieran Bass – have been performing together since they were children. Mark won UK Guitarist of the Year when he was 11 years old, awarded by a panel of celebrity judges, Brian May (Queen), Steve Vai, and Eric Clapton. The brothers formed a group called Next of Kin, signed their first record deal, and toured Europe with some of the world’s most known pop stars. They were a finalist on the X Factor U.K. before coming to Nashville to pursue a career in country music. In 2020, Essex County released their debut country single “So Good”, which not only did they accumulate over 2 million streams, the song’s video stayed in the Top 10 on CMT for months. Propelled by that success, their EP, also called “So Good” is the first and only video EP to debut on CMT. Later that year, their Christmas song “Last Christmas” was No.1 on Spotify’s Country Christmas playlist for the entire holiday season. Essex County released their follow up self titled EP in the fall of 2020 while they were in England to play multiple sold out theater shows and festivals. With an assortment of dates and genre, jumping music slated for the coming months, Essex County is posied to lead country music’s first Britain invasion.

Frank J. Myers is originally from Dayton, Ohio, but moved to Nashville in 1981 to pursue a career in music. He got his start in Nashville as band leader, road manager and lead guitarist for Eddy Raven in 1981 and worked with Eddy for 9 years. It was with Eddy that Frank started writing, playing and co-producing sessions. They had 2 number ones, 5 number twos and 3 top tens with songs such as I Got Mexico, Bayou Boys, You Should’ve Been Gone By Now, Sometimes A Lady and many others. It was in 1982 though, that Frank had his first single (a song he wrote by himself) with You And I for Eddie Rabbitt and Crystal Gayle which stayed number one for four weeks Country, number two for six weeks AC and number 6 for four weeks Pop. It was during his time with Eddy Raven that Frank met Gary Baker. They had their first number one together in 1993 with Once Upon A Lifetime by Alabama. Gary and Frank recorded one album for MCG/Curb Records as Baker & Myers and were 3 time nominees for Duo Of The Year at the ACM’s and CMA’s. Their greatest accomplishment as writers together came when John Michael Montgomery recorded I Swear which was number one for 4 weeks on the Country charts. The song was then recorded by All 4 One and went to number one on the Pop charts and stayed there for 11 weeks. Since then, I Swear has won these awards: ● American Songwriter Magazine Pop, AC, R&B, Country and Overall Song of the year Pop, R&B, Country and Overall Songwriters of the year ● 1st Annual Country Radio Awards Single and Song of the year ● CMA AWARDS Single Of The Year Song Of The Year nomination ● Grammy Awards Country Song Of The Year Best R&B Vocal and Song Of The Year nomination ● ACM Awards Single and Song Of The Year ● NSAI Awards Award for Country, Pop, and AC Song Of The Year ● ASCAP Awards Country, Pop and R&B Song Of The Year ● Billboard Magazine #1 Song of 1994 ● Jukebox Awards 1994 Song and Songwriters Of The Year ● International Song Of The Year Canada, Germany, Great Britain, France, Sweden, Switzerland, Japan and China Frank also co-wrote the 7-week number one smash by Lonestar, I’m Already There, which was nominated for a Grammy and CMA Song and Single Of The Year. The song also went to number 2 on the AC chart. It was also named American Songwriter Magazine’s Country Song Of The Year and Frank was voted Country Songwriter Of The Year, along with Gary Baker and Richie McDonald. His single My Front Porch Looking In by Lonestar is the first record in R&R history to go to #1 fall to number #2 for 6 weeks and go back to #1. His latest #1 was Tomorrow by Chris Young which was also nominated for ACM Single Of The Year. Frank has had songs recorded by over 50 Country and Pop Artists. He’s had 12 number ones and 20 top tens. Frank has co-written and produced songs for such artists as Kenny Loggins’ Target project, the debut CD for Andy Griggs on Montage Records, wrote 7 songs and produced Richie McDonald’s Christian/AC project I Turn To You which was nominated for a Dove Award for Best Country Christian CD in “09” and co-produced Richie McDonald’s Christmas CD If Everyday Could Be Christmas, wrote and produced independent act Matt Gary’s debut single The Days You Live for his follow up CD entitled Matt Gary. He also coproduced South Of Me for newcomer Robby Johnson which went to #18. The video stayed number one on CMT’s Pure Country Countdown for 7 weeks. He is currently writing for various projects. Frank has a list of artist and producer co-writes that include partner Gary Baker, Chris Young, Anthony Smith, Billy Montana, Ash Bowers, Josh Thompson, Adam Anders, Richie McDonald, Ronnie Dunn, David Lee Murphy, Travis Tritt, Uncle Kracker, Nick Lachey, Jessica Simpson, Kenny Loggins Howie & Kevin of BSB, among others. He is also a member Leadership Music’s class of “05”. Frank was nominated for a Dove Award in “09” for his writing and production work on I Turn To You recorded by Richie McDonald. This was his first Dove Award nomination, as well as his first Producer nomination.

For Grace Leer, country music has always been personal. From singing “Wide Open Spaces” at nine years old to finishing in the Top 10 on American Idol, her journey has been rooted in storytelling, grit, and heart. A former Division 1 soccer player and UC Berkeley graduate, Grace brings that same work ethic to her music career — blending ‘90s country influences with modern flair. Her debut EP showcased her songwriting chops and powerful vocals, while viral hits like “My Mind’s Made Up” and “Best Friend for Life” earned her millions of fans on social media. In 2023, Grace made her acting debut in the Blake Shelton-produced Hallmark film Time for Her to Come Home for Christmas, which featured her original holiday song “Star on Top of the Tree.” Now an independent artist, she continues to make waves with her latest single “Wine and Whiskey,” national tour dates, and her ongoing cooking series Taste with Grace. With a voice full of soul and lyrics packed with honesty, Grace Leer is proving she’s here to stay.

At 19 years old, Jason Byrd fulfilled a lifelong dream when he became the third generation to serve as a firefighter at the Tallahassee Fire Department. But at this same time, a new and unexpected dream began to consume him. It was to write and perform country music. Raised in Tallahassee, Jason grew up on hymns and country music. Deep appreciation for the music genre turned to profound ambition as his undeniable talent for singing and songwriting became clear. It was in the nineties that Jason found himself balancing his career in the fire service with a career in Music City. Traveling 490 miles each way, almost weekly, he was determined once again to turn a dream into a reality. They say Nashville is full of musicians who have spent years hoping to get in front of the right person. Someone who can change the trajectory of their whole career. For Jason, it was no different. But for him, that person was none other than legendary country music artist George Jones. Unexplainable fate found Jason sitting in the living room of George and Nancy Jones, and his life and career changed forever. The two began managing Jason’s music career and providing him with the mentorship that he needed to be successful in this ever-changing business. Small gigs at local bars and honkytonks turned into a long run of playing on stages across the United States and Canada opening for powerhouse artists including, but not limited to, Billy Dean, Joe Diffie, Tracy Lawrence, Joe Nichols, Trace Adkins, Confederate Railroad, Mark Chesnutt, Loretta Lynn, Dierks Bentley, and, of course, George Jones. Additionally, Jason has had several appearances on the world-famous Grand Ole Opry and The Nashville Network. Jones’ passing in 2013 brought a time of deep reflection for Jason, and he returned home to focus on family and his career at the fire department. But music was in his blood. In 2019, Jason left his position in the fire department after a distinguished 28 years of service. Eager to focus solely on music, Jason knew he wanted to re-introduce himself to the world by paying tribute to the man who defined country music for legions of fans. In 2021, Jason released his first single to country radio. A self-pinned duet with George Jones called, “Better Life," which was nominated for the 2022 “Single of the Year” by the Josie Music Awards. "I am humbled and honored to give George Jones fans the chance to hear him again on the radio and hear one of the last things he recorded before he passed," says Byrd. “I miss my friend and hope he is proud of me for 'keeping it country'! I truly believe country music fans are starving for traditional country music, and I plan on giving it to them." To date, Jason has released 12 singles and is currently working on a new album that will be released in summer of 2025. Jason recently had two songs nominated for the 2024 Josie Music Awards “Song of the Year," “You Ain’t Looking Hard Enough” and “New Kid in Town." Jason’s latest single, “Crops, The Flag and a Little Hell” was released on January 20, 2025. What Others Are Saying “I am honored that Jason did this song. George and I love Jason and his music and George would be so proud of that song if he was around today to hear it. I hope the song goes to #1 and people will appreciate it as much as I do.” – Nancy Jones “I have always loved George Jones’ music for as long as I can remember. He’s been missed and now, thanks to Jason Byrd, we all know what it’s like to have enjoyed a Better Life!” – Johnny Lee “Jason Byrd loved George Jones. George Jones loved Jason Byrd. I had the pleasure of producing both of these great singers. Listening to the two of them sing this song together took me on a magical ride back to those awesome studio days. I can’t wait to hear this one on the radio. Beautiful job by Jason and George.” – Buddy Cannon “In an era where it is becoming increasingly harder to find truly great traditional country music, upon hearing the new track, “Better Life” by Jason Byrd, the lyrics, along with the solid vocals by Byrd, is reminiscent of what a country fan would hear perhaps in the 1970s when Jones and Haggard ruled the airwaves! In fact, especially exciting is that George Jones can be heard on “Better Life”, delivering his final vocal treatment to a song both George, and fans of great traditional-sounding country music would be proud!”  – Ken Shelton, WFXY in Phoenix, AZ “Jason Byrd really tugs at the heart on the moving traditional country ballad “Better Life,” and the inclusion of country king George Jones helps elevate it to a higher level. The listener can recall Joe Nichols, and this duet ballad is sensational.” – Markos Papadatos, Digital Journal

Jeffrey East is a Grammy Award–winning singer/songwriter/producer, and has had Billboard-charting cuts with artists like Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Matchbox Twenty, Eli Young Band, Jon Pardi and many others. As an independent artist, he’s amassed over 50+ million streams, and his songwriting has surpassed 100 million streams. You might have heard his work on ABC, CMT, NBC, and Netflix.

Jim McCormick is a three-time Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum lyricist who has twice seen his work reach the #1 position on the Billboard country charts. His songs have been recorded by Jason Aldean, Kelly Clarkson, Luke Bryan, Harry Connick Jr, Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Cody Johnson, Trisha Yearwood, Randy Travis, Ronnie Milsap, Jamey Johnson, Randy Travis, and many others. McCormick is staff songwriter at BMG Music Publishing and a faculty member in the film and music industry studies program of Loyola University where he teaches the craft and business of songwriting. He’s also a member of the faculty of Belmont University in Nashville. He lives in New Orleans with his wife and three sons.

Jimmy Nichols is an internationally known producer, A-list session player, actor and touring musician. He has been playing professionally for over 50 years and has toured with or recorded with such illustrious names as Faith Hill, Elton John, Reba, Tim McGraw, Kenny Rogers, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, BJ Thomas, Gladys Knight and The Commodores, just to name a few. He has appeared in several movies including Pure Country 2, and Hannah Montana, the Movie, has performed in hundreds of TV shows including Letterman, Leno, Conan, Martha Stewart and many others. With his unique piano style, and his ability to recall virtually any song by ear, he is also one of the more sought-after musical directors for many touring acts, with over 12 years with Reba and Faith Hill alone. As the founder of Black River Music in Nashville, Jimmy and his wife of 30 years, Tonya, have also had the chance to develop new artists and break them into the music business. They live in Nashville with their four weiner dogs.

Born August 11, 1941, into an impoverished family in a small coal mining town in West Virginia, a young John started on a difficult career path as a musician experiencing tremendous hardship and violent racism. In the mid-1960s, Ellison traveled to Rochester, New York, where he founded Soul Brothers Six. In 1967, John Ellison wrote what would become one of the most famous songs in the history of popular music - "Some Kind of Wonderful," a song that not only conquered the whole world, but also mirrors the musical talent of John and the story of his remarkable life. In 1987, the book Sweet Soul Music named the Soul Brothers Six as a major influence on the sound of modern music. Not only has the trademark bass line in "Some Kind of Wonderful" been utilized by countless other artists for a variety of different songs, but the song has also earned a spot in music history. More than 70 different artists (Grand Funk Railroad, Buddy Guy, Joss Stone, Conway Twitty, Huey Lewis & the News, etc.) have recorded "Some Kind of Wonderful," making it one of the most recorded songs in the history of music. John’s songwriting proved more: e.g. in the UK the ballad “I’ll Be Loving You” is a popular soul gem, the song “Funky, Funky Way of Making Love” was featured in the movie Lovelace, and Latimore recorded “You Can Count on Me”. After Soul Brother Six, John has been releasing several solo albums and has performed regularly throughout Europe, Asia and North America. John has received five lifetime achievements awards from BMI (in 1995 for writing the third-most played song in the world), was inducted in the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame (2015) and received a lifetime musical achievement award in Canada (2010). In 2012 Ellison released his autobiography, Some Kind of Wonderful: The John Ellison Story. In 2020 John released the awareness single “Wake-Up Call (Black Like Me)” with good reviews in e.g., Rolling Stone and Forbes Magazine. The song was nominated “Song of the Year 2021” by Pop Awards.  On August 11, 2023 (his 82nd birthday) John released a new version of his classic "Some Kind of Wonderful" and it serves as the title track for an album featuring 11 new songs penned by Ellison and produced by Roger Heijster. The single was on the first round of ballots in the category "Best American Roots Performance" for the 66th Grammy Awards nominations. On December 29, 2023, the second single "If I Had Just One Wish" was released; a feel-good catchy reggae vibe calling for more love, peace and harmony. The collection is available drop digitally, on CD as well on vinyl on January 26, 2024 from PopMi Music. John Ellison impresses with his music and voice and is one of the few remaining soul and blues legends that have made an essential contribution to the development of blues, gospel, soul and funk music in a time of great social change. Together with his amazing Soul Brothers Soul orchestra John is delivering a stunning live show with all his classics and more – John Ellison Live is Some Kind of Wonderful!

Julianne Ankley's soulful Americana, blue country, roots style hails from a small Michigan border town close to the shore of Lake Huron and within earshot of the musical influences of Detroit.   Ankley’s release “What Makes You Dance” won the 2025 Michigan Music Award for Outstanding Americana Single/Recording and was the number two most played and requested song for the year on Sonic Coast Radio.  Her cowritten cuts for artists’ Glenbrooke (“Tattoo Ain’t About You”) , and Michelle Chenard’s “Michigan Winter” can be heard on the radio and streamed now.     With 14 Detroit Music Awards, Julianne Ankley has been writing heartfelt songs and delivering electric performances for years. To date she has released four solo albums and four singles. Her songs have been used on national television (WXYZ ABC) for the annual “Woodward Dream Cruise” special,  she performed live on the nationally televised “America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade" (WDIV NBC), and by HomeAid of America for PSA campaigns to raise funds for housing the homeless. Julianne tours nationally as a performer/speaker and also splits her time between writing and recording in Nashville and her home in Michigan.   As a songwriter, Julianne has written with hit songwriters Byron Hill, Dave Gibson, Mike Dekle, Gary Hannan, Cowboy Troy, Amanda Williams, Jon D'Agostino, Michelle Chenard, and Caleb Malooley of the Gasoline Gypsies and Glenbrooke. She has performed at many songwriter shows alongside hit writers including Aaron Barker Sr., Chas Sandford, Gary Hannan, Dave Gibson, Heidi Newfield, Kristen Kelly, Byron Hill, Angie Kielhauer, Jeff Prince, Bernie Nelson, and Barbara Cloyd.   She's been the celebrity host and performer for the Hard Rock Cafe stages in Nashville during the CMA Fest for several years, and continues to perform at Nashville’s top songwriting venues such as the world-famous Bluebird Cafe, the Listening Room, Douglas Corner Cafe, Tootsie’s, and more. Quotes: "What Makes You Dance" has exploded in popularity with our listeners nearly instantly. It's an uplifting song that clearly resonates with them. After programming radio station for 40 years - songs like this only come around once in a great while." - Brian Maloney, Founder and Media Executive Sonic Coast Radio “Julianne Ankley continues to write great country songs and “What Makes You Dance” hits it out of the park .“ - Tim Roberts, Vice President/Format Captain, Programming 99.5 WYCD/Audacy Detroit   "Julianne Ankley's "What Makes You Dance" brightens your spirit and celebrates the good things in life.  Add Julianne's wonderful voice, that was made to sing a country song, and you have a song that should be a smash hit. If there was justice this song would be played far and wide on country radio."  - Bill Keith, Trinity House Theatre Concert Coordinator "What Makes You Dance" makes me wanna break out dancing across my living room as I contemplate all the things in life that bring me joy. Julianne’s amazing vocals ooze happiness on this song, and you can feel the energy of delight start to finish. I just added it to my “Summer Fun” playlist and in my humble opinion this song is a hit."- Jane Asher, Sonic Coast Radio

Katrina Cain is an Austin-based artist and songwriter. Steeped in Americana, she aims to use her blooming writing voice to answer the question: what defines belonging? Katrina’s own journey has unfolded on both coasts and in the American southwest. A native Texan, she was born in Dallas, raised in a small New England town, and has moved over 20 times. When asked where she’s from, the response of “Dallas born, Yankee bred” is the easiest way to answer. Since returning to her Texas roots, she has called this state home longer than any other place, and intends to stay for good this time. Katrina Cain’s music has been described as many genres from Americana, to country, to folk. Simply put, she’s a singer-songwriter. She is most known for her stand out performances on Season 15 of NBC's The Voice, with her haunting rendition of “Rhiannon”. After the pandemic forced show cancellations and postponed releases, Katrina found herself, like so many others, locked down in her studio writing song after song. This songwriting project explores identity and storytelling with simplicity, authenticity, and rhyme. Unlike her previous pop projects, these songs were gritty folk mixed with a dash of country; a true representation of the Texas girl she’d been avoiding for so long. The result of this several-years-long songwriting binge is an EP, set for release in the second half of 2023. Katrina’s music brings the listener on a journey that breaks the barriers of genre: sweet, soulful vocals and luscious dreamscapes, swinging between soul breaking singer-songwriter ballads, and honky tonk country anthems. In her quietest moments, Katrina’s pop sensibilities make room for her authentic tales of Americana. Never one to skimp on lyric, Katrina's artful storytelling bears more of the human experience than just a heartbreak like the one before. Katrina Cain is a full-time performer, songwriter, and studio vocalist working in Austin, LA, and Nashville. Her June 2022 solo tour spanned 12 shows over 7 states. She has received notable press in Popsugar, Huffington Post, DittyTV, and radio stations across the country. Katrina was an official SXSW 2018 and 2019 performer, performed at Americanafest 2022 official events, and has opened for bands such as Raul Malo (of The Mavericks), Gary P. Nunn, Angel White, Bri Bagwell, The West Texas Exiles, Isaac Hoskins, Phantogram, SarahJaffe, and Beth//James, among others. You can hear her original music everywhere music is streamed and sold, and follow her journey on Instagram and Facebook.

Keefe, a dynamic writer and performer, has made Atlanta, GA, his creative home after years in Wisconsin and Florida. As a founding member of the Atlanta Music Agency, he's fully immersed himself in one of the nation's greatest cultural centers. Keefe's diverse stage experience includes sharing a stage with acts like Cake, OKGo!, Switchfoot, Sir Mix-a-lot, Afroman, Heidi Newfield and Taylor Hicks. His talent was recognized by the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) in December 2020, when he was named "One to Watch."

Kim Mayfield is also known as half of the Americana duo ‘Reckless Saints,’ (with husband Roy Schneider) and shared in the songwriting for their first two albums. Mayfield’s song "Ring Around the Moon," described by a reviewer as “haunted by Patsy Cline,” earned a semi-finalist spot in the 2019 International Songwriting Competition. Reckless Saints were finalists in the 2025 Kerrville New Folk competition.

With a classic sound, freckled face and full heart, rising country artist Krystal King brings a voice to Nashville that we have all needed. Originally from Hickory, NC, Krystal has a fresh take on a true country sound, combining raw and emotionally laced vocals with vivid, imagery-infused songwriting. Krystal is your down to earth "next door redneck" with a real, honest, fun, and quirky personality that naturally seeps into her songs. She's not afraid to say what she's thinking, whether that's diving into heartfelt emotions or picking on her husband in songs like "You're the Reason That I Drink." At three years old, Krystal caught a snippet of Alan Jackson on the radio... and the rest is history. Country music was in her bones. She followed this love of music to college where she studied Music Therapy at Appalachian State University (home of Eric Church and Luke Combs) and later worked as a psychiatric music therapist. While she loved being able to use music to help others, Krystal says that country music "haunted" her and she knew she had to follow that passion, moving to Nashville in 2017. Krystal's sound has been described as 90's country with a bit of folk, blues, soul and rock. Early influences included artists such as Alan Jackson, Dixie Chicks, Lee Ann Womack, Miranda Lambert, Gretchen Wilson, Sugarland, Eric Church and Chris Stapleton. Krystal has released 13 original singles - six of which were produced by Mike Loudermilk (previously producing and playing guitar for Crystal Gayle). In March 2025, she released her self-produced, debut album "Pretty Poison.” Krystal states, "This is my favorite music so far... It is the most "ME" sound yet." The first single “Red Wine & White Lies” from the project has over 17K listens on Spotify. The most recent single and music video for “Mind Your Own Backyard” was featured on County Line and the Heartland Network with over 27K views on Youtube. Touring nationally, Krystal has visited Tennessee, North Carolina, Arizona, Florida, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Virginia, Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Texas. She has had the honor of performing on iconic stages including the Bluebird Cafe, The Listening Room Cafe and Tootsies Orchid Lounge. Additionally, Krystal has played several festivals with headliners including Walker Hayes, Craig Morgan, Kristian Bush and opened for Beth Neilson Chapman (writer of "This Kiss" by Faith Hill). Recently Krystal played the VIP Lounge for the Ascend Amphitheater for the Lainey Wilson Concert. One of Krystal's biggest passions is songwriting. "I wanted to be an artist in the true sense of the word. Not only did I want to sing and be on stage, but I wanted to have a voice through writing and producing my own songs." Krystal has had early success in her songwriting career as the 2018 winner of the Hickory Oktoberfest Songwriting Competition, 2019 Old School Songwriting Contest, and a co-writer on cuts from Thomas Kavanagh, Kirstie Kraus, Laura Rabell, Taylor Hughes, and Zach McCabe. "Who Am I Gonna Love," a song released by Thomas Kavanagh and Kirstie Kraus, has been featured on The Ty Bentli show and stations in the UK including BBC Radio. Her song “Jesus and Jail,” recorded by Taylor Hughes, won the Lexington Kentucky “Song of the Year” earlier in 2024. Additionally, Krystal is a SiriusXM DJ for Radio Margaritaville on Saturdays and Sundays and had her Trop rock song “Me, Myself, and Islands” featured on the station.

Kurt Stevens brings the warmth of Florida’s coast to every performance, blending his laid-back coastal singer-songwriter vibe with the storytelling soul of country. As a featured Radio Margaritaville Artist, Kurt’s two newest songs “Everglades” and “Bigger Boat” are spinning daily on SiriusXM. With over 1,300 live shows under his belt, Kurt has charmed audiences everywhere from intimate tiki bars to major music festival stages. A classically trained pianist and multi-instrumentalist, Kurt's musical journey began at just four years old, evolving through his college days in Tallahassee to his current base in Nashville. Drawing inspiration from artists like Jimmy Buffett, Jack Johnson, Kenny Chesney, and Bob Marley, Kurt has crafted a unique sound that resonates with fans worldwide. His 2023 release, “Sunshine State of Mind,” has garnered over 200 million impressions on TikTok and helped push his streaming numbers past two million. With a new project on the way, Kurt’s music continues to celebrate the spirit of his coastal roots.

Lance is an ACC Award-nominated singer/songwriter. As a solo artist, he toured with Tim McGraw & Faith Hill. As a hit songwriter, he is credited for the #1 country hit and SESAC Song of the Year “Drink To That All Night,” recorded by Jerrod Niemann. His current hits include “I Called Mama” by Tim McGraw and Matt Stell’s “Everywhere But On.” Other hit singles include, “Beer With Jesus,” recorded by Thomas Rhett and “Real Men Love Jesus” by Michael Ray. He has also had songs recorded by Luke Bryan, Faith Hill, Lee Brice, Justin Moore, Montgomery Gentry, Cody Johnson, Randy Travis, and many more. Lance has made several guest appearances as a background vocalist on various major label records. One of his personal career highlights was singing background vocals on “A Horse Called Music,” featuring Merle Haggard on Willie Nelson's “Heroes” album. You might also remember Lance from the hit cable television series Nashville Star.

With a voice as pure as her heartland roots and a songwriting talent well beyond her years, Nashville-based singer/songwriter Lauren Mascitti is fast becoming one of country music’s most compelling new voices. Millions first discovered Lauren during her unforgettable run on American Idol in 2020, but her journey as an artist began long before national television. A musical prodigy, Lauren was writing songs and performing by age seven, and by her teens was already captivating audiences six nights a week in Branson, Missouri, alongside gospel legend and original Oak Ridge Boy, Gary McSpadden. Since moving to Nashville from her hometown of Louisville, Ohio, Lauren has built an impressive resume that reads like a veteran’s dream — sharing stages and writing rooms with icons like Pam Tillis, Matraca Berg, Suzy Bogguss, Delbert McClinton, and Lonestar. She performed with Brad Paisley and Shania Twain in a nationally televised concert honoring healthcare heroes during the pandemic — a nod to her own background as a registered nurse. Lauren’s heartfelt songwriting and soaring vocals have earned her coveted performances on the legendary Grand Ole Opry stage and secured opening slots on tour with Lonestar, including their historic first headlining show at the Iconic Ryman Auditorium. Her breakout album God Made a Woman earned critical acclaim, landing on The New York Times and Saving Country Music’s Best Albums of 2020 lists and climbing to #4 on the iTunes Country Albums chart. Now, with a brand new project “Out of the Blue” - EP produced by Dean Sams (founding member of Lonestar) and more on the way, Lauren Mascitti stands poised on the edge of a major breakthrough — bringing her timeless country sound, powerful stories, and undeniable authenticity to fans across the country.

Lilly MacPhee is a captivating singer-songwriter whose ethereal sound and heartfelt lyrics connect with audiences near and far. Her music, known for its intimate and yearning tones, has earned accolades from prestigious competitions, including the International Songwriting Competition and the Great American Song Contest. Lilly's enchanting vocals have been compared to Dolores O'Riordan of The Cranberries. She made her National Television Debut at the 2025 Detroit Grand Prix singing the US & Canadian Anthems. Her songs are featured on notable radio stations like Ann Arbor's 107one, 99.5 WYCD and 101.9 WDET. She has worked with industry icons like Jeff Gutt (Stone Temple Pilots) and opened for international touring artists Joe Robinson and The Longest Johns. Recently she graced stages at notable venues and festivals like The NAMM Show, BMI Key West Songwriter Festival, Mitch Albom’s EAT Detroit, SXSW Festival and Burns Night Scottish Festival; as well as performed for charity events sponsored by Make A Wish Foundation and Miles For Medics. MacPhee actively volunteers with Musicians On Call.  She was selected as "Taylor Player of the Week" by Taylor Guitars in 2016, with endorsements from G7th Capo, GHS Strings and Tsunami Cables. Her original song is featured in the Hallmark Christmas film "Cupid's Christmas." Touching the hearts of fans spanning from Detroit, Michigan, to Dublin, Ireland, with soothing vocals, delicate melodies and poetic lyrics, Lilly MacPhee's songs will warm your heart.

A platinum-selling duo who play by their own rulebook, LOCASH makes feel-good country music with a small-town spirit and big-time impact. Out now, Bet The Farm serves as the brand-new album from singer/songwriters Preston Brust and Chris Lucas and features fan favorites like “Isn’t She Country” and “Buzzin” alongside “When I’m Older.” These add to a hit-stacked catalog that already includes their 2015 platinum breakout “I Love This Life,” gold #1s “One Big Country Song” and “I Know Somebody,” eight chart-climbing singles, and over one billion global streams. In a bright start to the new year, the Nashville duo appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America in January and performed their two-week #1 Country radio single “Hometown Home,” a carefree anthem that marked the first release from their very own Galaxy Label Group. Launched last year and distributed by BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, the one-of-a-kind record label allows Brust and Lucas to maintain complete creative control over their music while mentoring a whole new generation of like-minded stars. LOCASH’s bold and soulful brand of country has garnered nominations from the genre’s biggest award shows and earned raves from the likes of American Songwriter (who praised the duo for “hitting homers and serving up first-class songs”).  After wrapping up a jam-packed 2024 — whose highlights included teaming up with Monster Jam to create their own limited-edition die-cast truck and playing stadiums all over the country as support for Kane Brown’s IN THE AIR TOUR — LOCASH are now gearing up for a nonstop year of in-demand headline shows and major festival appearances.

Madelyn Grace is a 24-year-old folk/pop singer-songwriter new to Fort Myers, Florida. From small town Minnesota to surviving the big city of Boston, Madelyn shares her stories of love, heartbreak and self discovery. As a pop folk artist, she brings you into her world with a combination of inspiring lyrics and upbeat sound. She recently released her first EP "Last Love Songs" that can be streamed on all music platforms. Madelyn is also in the process of releasing her first acoustic folk album and can’t wait for others to experience her music. She currently works on Fort Myers Beach and is loving island living.

Matt Warren is a Nashville native. In 2002, Warren made his staff writer debut when he signed a publishing deal with House of Fame in Muscle Shoals, AL. Matt's first cut was “Puttin’ Memories Away”, co-written with Gary Allan. It was featured in Rolling Stone magazine & on the Oprah Winfrey show when Gary was her guest. In 2009 he won multiple awards for the top 10 hit "Learning How to Bend". In 2013 he received a songwriter award for the #1 smash “Every Storm (Runs Out Of Rain)", which was also nominated for the 2014 ACM song of the year. “Love Let It Do What It Do” by Robert Randolph & the Family Band featuring Darius Rucker (co-written with Warren) was the lead single from the “Got Soul” record nominated for blues record of the year at the 2018 Grammy Awards. Matt’s songs have been recorded by Gary Allan, Darius Rucker, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Andy Frasco & the UN, Bucky Covington, Americana music icon Jim Lauderdale, Pittsburgh blue collar rock legend Joe Grushecky and many others. He has recorded his songs for his 2013 solo project as well as his band Papa Joe in 2001 and his latest band Goodfoot which will be out in 2022. Matt currently has 4 songs on the new Gary Allan record “Ruthless.”