CHAS COLLINS FIRES UP A WEEKEND ANTHEM WITH NEW SINGLE “SLAM BAM”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country artist Chas Collins cranks the energy and good-time spirit on “Slam Bam,” a punchy, windows-down party jam arriving Friday, September 26 via 2911 Label Group / The Label Group (Virgin Music). Written by Collins with Douglas Gery and produced by Collins alongside Tommy Harden, the 2:58 track moves fast and hits hard—tailor-made for backroad rides, barroom nights, and dance‑floor sparks.“‘Slam Bam’ is all … Continue reading CHAS COLLINS FIRES UP A WEEKEND ANTHEM WITH NEW SINGLE “SLAM BAM”

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Monarrch Appoints EU Music‑Tech Leader Matthew Blakemore as European Regional Director to Scale AI Royalty Operations

Veteran UK/EU AI & music-tech leader will accelerate adoption of Monarrch’s AIR-OS (AI Royalty Operating System) and expand creator, industry, and government partnerships across Europe NASHVILLE, Tenn., and LONDON — September 26, 2025 — Monarrch, The AI Royalty Company, today announced the appointment of Matthew Blakemore as European Regional Director. In this role, Blakemore will lead Monarrch’s European strategy and partnerships, working with rights holders, estates, AI companies, enterprises, … Continue reading Monarrch Appoints EU Music‑Tech Leader Matthew Blakemore as European Regional Director to Scale AI Royalty Operations

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GRAMMY & EMMY Award-Winning Artist John Berry And StarVista Music Announce New Album ‘John Berry: Live From The Country Music Cruise’

Debut Single “Kiss Me In The Car” Out Now; Music Video Premiered Exclusively by Country Evolution News Dates Added For Berry’s 29th Annual ‘Christmas With John Berry’ Tour NASHVILLE, Tenn. – GRAMMY® and EMMY® award-winning singer/songwriter John Berry, in partnership with StarVista Music, is proud to announce the release of his new album, ‘John Berry: Live From The Country Music Cruise,’ set for release on November … Continue reading GRAMMY & EMMY Award-Winning Artist John Berry And StarVista Music Announce New Album ‘John Berry: Live From The Country Music Cruise’

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Encore Music Group Releases RICOCHET’s “What Do I Know” (Eric Kupper Remix)

New remix celebrates the 30-year anniversary of Ricochet’s debut singlePremiered by The Music Universe NASHVILLE, Tenn. – ACM Award-winning ’90s country hitmakers and Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame members RICOCHET keep the dancefloor momentum going with “What Do I Know (Eric Kupper Remix),” arriving Friday, September 26 from Encore Music Group in partnership with StarVista Music. The new single follows Ricochet’s recent chart action: Eric Kupper’s remixes of “What Do I … Continue reading Encore Music Group Releases RICOCHET’s “What Do I Know” (Eric Kupper Remix)

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Mayhem Mavericks: New band born from the ashes of Alchemy signs with Street Symphonies Records

Street Symphonies Records & Burning Minds Music Group are thrilled to announce the signing of hard rock band, Mayhem Mavericks, for the release of their self-titled debut album. Mayhem Mavericks rises from the ashes of Alchemy. Following the positive feedback their album “Dyadic” received from fans and specialised press; the group decided to disband due to artistic differences. The two core members of the project, Marcello Spera and Andrew Trabelsi, subsequently founded the new band. Hailing … Continue reading Mayhem Mavericks: New band born from the ashes of Alchemy signs with Street Symphonies Records

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BETTER THAN EZRA’S GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT IS MORE THAN GOOD

READY TO PLAY 11th ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVALTHIS WEEKEND NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 25, 2025) — Last night, PLATINUM Rock band Better Than Ezra electrified the crowd at the Grand Ole Opry during their debut in Nashville’s most legendary circle as a part of the historic Opry 100 celebration. Compromised of Kevin Griffin, Tom Drummond, Jim Payne and Michael Jerome, the quartet packed the house and delivered a three-song set comprised of definitive hits. Among the highlights, Better … Continue reading BETTER THAN EZRA’S GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT IS MORE THAN GOOD

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WEEKEND PLANS? PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL IS IT

2025 PROMISES SUNSHINE & MUST-SEE HEADLINE SETS FROMJOHN MAYER (FULL BAND), KINGS OF LEON, & MORE—FESTIVAL GATES OPEN AT 1 P.M. CT ON SATURDAY (9/27) & SUNDAY (9/28)—GET READY BY DOWNLOADING THE OFFICIAL APP HERE NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 25, 2025) – Weekend plans? Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival 2025 is it. In just two short days, the anticipated festival makes its return to The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, … Continue reading WEEKEND PLANS? PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL IS IT

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Christopher Wyze & the Tellers Win “Best New Artist Debut Album”

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Big Radio Records today announced label artist Christopher Wyze & the Tellers has won the 2025 Blues Blast Music Award for Best New Artist Debut Album for their thirteen-track release, Stuck in the Mud. The album, which landed on multiple blues charts around the world, received critical acclaim for its raw storytelling and powerful, fresh take on contemporary blues.Presented by Blues Blast Magazine, the Blues Blast Music … Continue reading Christopher Wyze & the Tellers Win “Best New Artist Debut Album”

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Richard Sterban, Iconic Bass Singer with The Oak Ridge Boys, Releases Health Update

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Richard Sterban, 53+ year member of The Oak Ridge Boys, who has been off the road convalescing since mid-May, has released a health update.“In March of this year, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer,” said Sterban. “But I am under the care of the best cancer doctors in the country and, with the help of the Good Lord above, I believe I will be … Continue reading Richard Sterban, Iconic Bass Singer with The Oak Ridge Boys, Releases Health Update

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ERIC CHURCH EXPANDS FREE THE MACHINE TOUR WITH 24 DATES ADDED IN 2026

Kashus Culpepper, Caylee Hammack, Ella Langley, Ashley McBryde, Stephen Wilson Jr. & 49 Winchester Join; Tickets On-Sale Friday, October 3 via EricChurch.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. – With five shows underway of his 2025 Free The Machine Tour, Eric Church is expanding his run into 2026 with 24 new dates, kicking off January 22 and 23 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. Church will be joined across varying dates by special guests … Continue reading ERIC CHURCH EXPANDS FREE THE MACHINE TOUR WITH 24 DATES ADDED IN 2026

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