Tag: BMI

BMI wrapped up its final No. 1 celebration of 2025 on Monday (12/1), honoring MCA/Universal Music Canada/CORE Records artist Josh Ross for his first chart-topping single, “Single Again.” The Nashville industry gathered at Moto Moda to salute the rising artist, whose breakout hit appears on his debut album Later Tonight …

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) …

It was a night of high energy and heartfelt moments as LOCASH — the PLATINUM-selling country duo of Preston Brust and Chris Lucas — took over BMI’s rooftop in Nashville to celebrate their multi-week No. 1 smash “Hometown Home.” The evening kicked off in grand fashion with Father Ryan High …

The Ryman and BMI Block Party during CMA Fest (6/05-6/07) drew hundreds of fans to the PNC Plaza to witness three days of music from the next generation of talent. The free event showcased 16 BMI singer/songwriters, displaying BMI’s commitment to nurturing and developing songwriters at the earliest stages of …

The 29th annual Key West Songwriters Festival presented by BMI took over the island for five days (4/30-5/04) as music enthusiasts traveled to see over 250 BMI multi-genre creators perform their favorite hits. The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association and Rams Head Presents provided multi-day offerings of free and ticketed …

BMI’s Grammy-winning artist Lainey Wilson – who is currently nominated for seven ACM Awards including “Entertainer of the Year” – marked a significant milestone in her career yesterday (3/27) at the historic Bradley’s Barn, by celebrating her latest No. One chart toppers “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” and “4x4xU.” More than …

BMI welcomed the music industry and UMG Nashville/EMI Nashville breakout artist Tucker Wetmore into its lobby on Tuesday (3/25) to celebrate his debut chart-topper and PLATINUM-certified single “Wind Up Missin’ You.” The celebration reunited Wetmore with co-writer Thomas Archer (BMI) and co-writer/producer Chris LaCorte (SESAC), as the group commemorated Archer’s …

BMI revitalized its longstanding BMI Buzz showcase last night (2/03) at its new location, Bobby’s Idle Hour Tavern, featuring Gloria Anderson, Jack McKeon and Aniston Pate. The series puts promising up-and-coming songwriters who are prime for a publishing deal on display with three-song sets. Launched in 2008, the renowned series …

BMI welcomed music collaborators and industry contributors to its Nashville office on Tuesday (10/22) to celebrate CMA New Artist of the Year nominee and Atlantic/Warner Music Nashville artist Bailey Zimmerman and his latest hits, “Where It Ends” and “Religiously.” Both singles hail from his debut album Religiously, which marked the …

BMI welcomed industry friends to celebrate one of Warner Music Nashville’s most consistent hitmakers Kenny Chesney for his 36th No. One hit “Take Her Home” at BMI’s Nashville location on Monday afternoon (10/14). Chesney was reunited with songwriters Michael Hardy (BMI), Zach Abend (BMI), Hunter Phelps (ASCAP), and co-producer Buddy …