Nashville Music Scene w/ Jerry Holthouse

QHMG/Quartz Hill Records’ Runaway June have officially announced their sophomore album, New Kind of Emotion, set for release on September 19.  Blending modern country-pop with traditional fiddle, mandolin, and pedal steel, the 13-track project showcases the trio’s signature mix of friendship, empowerment, independence, and heartfelt love songs. “Even the sad …

BMI celebrated legendary songwriter and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Fogerty on Monday (Sept. 8), presenting him with the prestigious Troubadour Award for a career that has shaped the American musical landscape and transcended generations. The private dinner ceremony, hosted by BMI Nashville’s VP of Creative Clay Bradley …

The Country Music Association has announced nominees for “The 59th Annual CMA Awards.” Today’s announcement officially kicks off CMA Awards season, spotlighting the industry professionals, recording artists, songwriters, producers, musicians, and more whose achievements have shaped the genre over the past year. “The 59th Annual CMA Awards” are voted on by the 7,132 …

Sony Music Nashville/Columbia Records star Megan Moroney made history last night in New York, taking home the first-ever Best Country award at the MTV Video Music Awards for her PLATINUM-certified No. 1 hit “Am I Okay?” The win comes as Moroney celebrates six nominations at the upcoming 59th Annual CMA …

Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rockers NEEDTOBREATHE today released their brand-new track, “Momma Loves Me,” featuring rising Southern rock band The Red Clay Strays. The song, written by NEEDTOBREATHE’s Bear Rinehart and produced by Grammy-winner Dave Cobb, is available now on all streaming platforms. (listen above) “Momma Loves Me” seamlessly fuses the two …

Today, Nashville-based pop duo Jake & Shelby unveiled their new single “Fragile” along with its accompanying music video. The track is featured on their forthcoming debut studio album, Learning To Love, set for release October 10 via EMPIRE. (watch above) To celebrate the release, Jake & Shelby will hit the …

After a breakout year that included her Grand Ole Opry debut, her first national TV performance on the TODAY Show, and recognition as a “2025 Artist to Watch” by both the Recording Academy/GRAMMY and Amazon Music, rising country star Lanie Gardner has released her sophomore album, Faded Polaroids. The 18-track …

Country rock powerhouse HARDY has released the official music video for “Bottomland,” a track from his highly anticipated new album COUNTRY! COUNTRY!, arriving September 26 via Big Loud. The video, directed by Jay Miller and Caleb Donato, is out now. (watch above) The album’s title reflects its wide-ranging themes, from …

Fans of The Charlie Daniels Band (CDB) have reason to celebrate — three iconic albums are now available digitally for the very first time. Country Stars N’ Stripes, Scioto County Fair LIVE 2005, and Live From Gilley’s dropped today via Blue Hat Records. “Blue Hat is thrilled to re-introduce these …

Kane Brown and the Music Row community gathered Wednesday (Sept. 3) to celebrate his latest milestone – his 13th career No. 1 single, “Backseat Driver.” The rooftop of BMI Nashville provided the backdrop for the event, hosted by BMI and ASCAP. Written by Jordan Walker (BMI) and Jacob Davis (ASCAP) …