They each have an endearing gift to translate life’s moments into music. If the best songs come from life's own experiences, Shane Minor has a lot to pull from. “I’m at the age now where you can see really well where you’re going, because you’re helping your parents -- and you’ve lived through what your kids are doing,” McKenna says. Jeffrey’s compositions can be found on recent and up and coming releases by Zac Brown Band, Billy Ray Cyrus, Joe Cocker, Gretchen Wilson, Miley Cyrus, Hinder, JaneDear Girls, Joanna Smith, LoCash Cowboys, Danny Gokey, Heidi Newfield, Rascal Flatts, and more. George Strait, Carrie Underwood, BORNS, Jon Pardi, Kenny Chesney, Alison Krauss, Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Maren Morris, Brett Eldredge, Jake Owen, Billy Currington, Hunter Hayes, Devin Dawson, LeAnn Rimes, Brothers Osborne, and others have also all recorded his songs. K.T. She has had songs cut and released by several acts including Jim Brickman’s “Never Alone,” Big & Rich’s “That’s Why I Pray,” Gary Allan’s “Pieces” and most recently The Band Perry’s radio hit, “Don’t Let Me Be Lonely.”  Sarah’s most recent singles as a songwriter include “Reckless” by Martina McBride,  “Prize Fighter,” a power duet between Trisha Yearwood and Kelly Clarkson and “For Her” by Chris Lane. They eventually signed to RCA Records and became one of the most successful music acts throughout … He moved in with his southern Oklahoma grandparents who pastored a church. In March of 2020 APRA presented him the Songwriter of The Year Award in their Overseas Awards Ceremony in Nashville. He not only writes, but also mentors, newly signed artists. 1 records with “Here I Am” for Patty Loveless, “I’m Holding My Own” for Lee Roy Parnell, and “Dreaming With My Eyes Open” for Clay Walker. Artists like Merle Haggard, Ray Charles, Al Green and Willie Nelson provided a musical roadmap for Smalley to follow, and the against-the-grain success of Chris Stapleton, Jason Isbell and Sturgill Simpson drew him to Nashville. For nearly 4 decades, no one has spotted or even heard of the whereabouts of Gentry. All three songs were included on an EP titled A Guy Like Me. Shane credits his tenacity and God-fearing spirit to his grandparents, especially his grandmother, Elsie Earp, who is the great niece of legendary lawman, Wyatt Earp. Because of her unique vocal abilities, Sarah was enlisted as a guest background vocalist on several major artists' records including Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley, Martina McBride and Kenny Rogers. 1 hits including his smash lead single from his critically acclaimed self-titled debut album, “Friday Night.”. In 2010, Lyric Street Records released Sarah’s self-titled full- length album that included the singles “Outside My Window,” “Space” and “That Kind Of Day.”  The same year, Keith Urban released another song that Sarah co-wrote with Jedd Hughes and Urban, “Put You In A Song” that hit #2 on the Country charts. Mark Addison Chandler has an unmistakable brand of Country songwriting influenced by his rural North Carolina roots and travels during his military career. His unique guitar style and engaging stories make for riveting live performances that will leave you wanting more. From his earliest days, when his raucous sound broke ground at the punk clubs on Miami Beach nearly three decades ago, to now fronting The Mavericks on their 30th Anniversary World Tour, Malo has demonstrated an unfailing skill for getting people to groove. The Temple, Texas native has earned numerous songwriter award nominations including Grammy’s Best Country Song, ACM’s Song of the Year twice and the CMA Song of The Year for “Even If It Breaks Your Heart.” Eric was also honored with Grammy nomination as an artist in 2016 for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “The Driver” - a collaboration with friends Charles Kelley and Dierks Bentley. Other Nashville Songwriters. Last year alone he topped the Australian Country Charts with 9 songs with artists such as Lee Kernaghan and The Buckleys.Over his career he has had over 800 songs recorded on country, children's and pop records around the world. Features. Oslin. Now living and writing in Nashville, Kylie is adept at all facets of songwriting, comfortable writing lyrics, melodies, music, and contributing production ideas. Over the last decade, the Nashville-based Laird has penned 24 No. We invite you to take a few moments now to get to know them better. For The Balladeer, McKenna composed three tracks with “Girl Crush” collaborators Hillary Lindsey and Liz Rose, collectively known as the Love Junkies. Bridgette’s song, “Loud” was selected as the official theme song for ACC football’s 2010 season. It garnered a CMA nomination for Song of the Year in 2007 and later went on to win a Grammy for Best Male Country performance in 2008 for Urban. It has united and guided us. In 2003, Daniels signed with Epic Records but never released an album. IF I’M BEING HONEST, Smalley’s debut EP came out March 2020 via Big Machine Records, and draws candidly on his life story to deliver compelling tales of persistence, love and redemption. This fast-paced anthem celebrates the excitement and energy of ACC football, captured in a raucous music video that was seen in all ACC markets, resulting in exposure for Bridgette totaling over 27 million households. After his journey with Mercury Records, Shane turned down making another record to pursue his love, writing songs. Who Are Johnny Cash’s Children and Where Are They Now? Completely the opposite of Gentry, Steve Earle, even long after his top hits were found on top of the charts, has continued on and remained active in the public eye. 4 Billboard Country Songwriter. RAUL MALO is the incomparable front-man of genre-defying, GRAMMY Award-winning band The Mavericks, and the sole writer of many of their songs. Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member and Grammy-nominated songwriter Tony Arata was born in Savannah, Georgia and grew up on nearby Tybee Island. The remaining seven were written alone as she pulled moments from her life and turned them into songs. Phil Barton moved to Nashville in 2007 from Sydney Australia. Rhett has had 30 No. Chuck is, first and last, a Songwriter; and no one interprets a song like the writer of the song. Bobby has written over thirty Top 40 hits, including ten number one singles. Cafe Coco. Wrapping up the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductees to be recognized in 2020 is Spooner Oldham. In 2007, she released her “Almost My Record – EP” which included her debut single “Innocence.”  Another song off her EP, “Love Is A Trip,” was used in the ABC TV show ‘Men In Trees.’, The Academy of Country Music took notice of Sarah’s artistry, nominating her for the Top New Female Vocalist in 2008 and 2009. Alyssa … In 2014, she co-founded The Loving Mary Band and has been touring as Steven Tyler's country band since. Listen to any of the tracks off his latest self-titled album and see if you don’t get any of that feel-good country nostalgia. Additionally, Bridgette has written two current Gretchen Wilson singles, “Summertime Town” and “Stacy”. The following year he released Somebody New, which produced another No. She has had cuts by everyone from Sammy Kershaw, Billy Currington, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, Kenny Chesney, George Strait and many others. The five new members will be officially inducted alongside the 2021 class during the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala on Nov. 1, 2021, at Nashville's Music City Center. Additionally, he has won numerous BMI Country and Pop awards, been named one of billboard magazine’s top 5 writer’s 8 years in a row, as well as Music Row Magazine’s 2006 Songwriter of the Year Award. Pinson’s hit single, “Don’t Ask Me How I Know” lead the way for what has come to be considered by many as one of the best records recorded in the last twenty years. Marti currently resides in Nashville where he continues to write, produce, and perform. The music community is reeling over the loss of K.T. When he plays in town, there’s invariably a cadre of artists and writers dotting the audience. He was 78. He is currently signed as a songwriter at Little Louder Music. He would sit in with complete strangers and local bands, and started building up a grass roots following. While the demands of an Army Career made his musical pursuits difficult, since retiring, Mark has pursued music as a Nashville singer/songwriter. He's not just been a successful solo artist, he's also written chart toppers for some big names. She is the recipient of BMI’s 2015 Song of the Year award for, “Beat of the Music”. Wide Open Country. Blazy and James may not be household names for country fans, and you might see their names inside the parenthesis, yet they do have a strong resume under their names. I decided that I wanted to start sending my songs to music publishers in 2013. There are times when it’s outright saved us. Most recently, she has collaborated with Miranda Lambert landing 5 songs on her new “Wildcard” album including single, “It All Comes Out In The Wash”, which was Grammy Nominated for Best Country Song in 2020. Wynn received the Nashville Songwriters Association Songwriter of the Year Award in 2009. You can also find her name on the Willie Nelson / Merle Haggard duet album “Django And Jimmie”. In the short time that she’s been at Big Loud Shirt, she’s had songs cut by Sara Evans, Lady A, Martina McBride, Blake Shelton, Gary Allan and Mason Ramsey, etc. Other hit songs include “Am I The Only One” cut by Dierks Bentley, and “Drink On It” by Blake Shelton. She is a co-founder of Girls of Nashville, an organization that has created a space for female singer/songwriters to come together and share the spotlight, create friendships, and make a charitable and creative impact within Nashville and beyond. Hint: a Nashville trip involves lots of networking and music! Communicate with the Singer/Songwriter you select to work out the details of your event. “I’m a song guy; I love songs, I love stories, I love the ride music can take you on. The Foundation's stated purpose is to educate, archive, and celebrate the contributions of the members of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame to the world of music. Country Music, Entertainment, Lifestyle, News. Shane Minor's record was released in 1999. She has written three #1 songs and had many other cuts to her name. Jon Randall Stewart started his musical journey singing backup and playing guitar with Emmylou Harris. Brooks himself has said the following about Arata: One of my favorite songwriters has to be Tony Arata. The song was honored at the 2015 Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI)Awards as one of the “10 Songs I Wished I’d Written” and placed #6 on Popdust’s all-genre Top 20 countdown for the year. As an artist, Mark has released seven singles and has played shows all over the country, most notably as an opener for Morgan Wallen and Hardy. Born to a family of Southern Gospel singers, Mark’s early years were spent on church stages. Dan Smalley may just now be making a name for himself, but he already sings with the voice of experience. The soon to be Hall of Famer also released a song tribute for the 29 lives that were lost in a 2010 mine explosion. Rhett’s also responsible for Blake Shelton’s “All About Tonight”, “Boys ‘Round Here” and “Honey Bee”, the latter of which spent a total of four weeks at No. They were both celebrity judges on the 2nd season of “Nashville Star.” In 2005 and 2006, they had their own reality series on CMT called “Barely Famous, The Warren Brothers.” Their sense of humor has landed them as part time radio personalities, and they’ve even had a few film cameos. As a songwriter he’s won Music Row’s prestigious Breakthrough Songwriter Of The Year award, and numerous BMI, ASCAP & NSAI awards. That’s where he and CMA award-winning producer, Dann Huff, met. His first radio single was “Fit to Be Tied Down” by Sammy Kershaw. Tony has also done three solo albums featuring new songs, covers, and guest appearances by many of Nashville’s finest musicians as well as folks who have recorded his songs, including Garth, Patty, and Lee Roy. Part of that is admiration for his music and voice, and part is appreciation for his friendship. The songwriters who created some of country music’s greatest hits will perform live at DPAC in a special benefit show. “Ghost of West Virginia” was his latest single. Miley Cyrus recorded the song and it soon became the anthem for her box office hit “The Hannah Montana Movie”. Rhett Akins has already achieved so much as both an artist and a songwriter, but he’s not done yet. As a songwriter, Rebecca has a keen understanding of what the public wants and needs. In 2019, Daniels signed a co-venture publishing deal with BMG and Porch Light Music. While Bridgette continues to create music, she balances it with her charitable work within The Charley Foundation (www.charleyfoundation.org), and donating her time and talents to various charities around the Middle Tennessee area. Marla has twice more reached #1 status with “Ten Rounds of Jose Cuervo” by Tracy Byrd, and “Cleaning This Gun” by Rodney Atkins. The song has since become Rhett’s signature song, but his success story was just getting started. 2017 ushered in more of the same. Anthony Smith is a multi-award winning singer-songwriter. He started singing in church at 4 years old, and around the same age, learned to ride horses and started rodeo'n. 2016 took Dean to another level. The runaway success of Ingrid Michaelson’s “Girls Chase Boys” marked Barry’s first single on the pop charts and his first BMI Pop Award in 2015––the song ultimately landed at No. His critically acclaimed record (If That Ain’t Country) produced three billboard top 40 singles. Tomlinson released “Man Without a Woman” via Skyville Records in 2011, and did not release an album despite the single charting. In April 2018 Rhett was named Songwriter of the Year and in September 2019 named the first Songwriter of the Decade by the Academy of Country Music. Some of his songs were recorded by Emerson Drive and Blue County on their respective debut albums. At Nashville Songwriters at DPAC, the writers behind dozens of #1 country hits bring their songs and stories to DPAC to help benefit three local organizations: Kidznotes, The North Carolina Boys Academy, Voyager Academy Friends of the Arts. He was raised in Kennett, Missouri. With a catalog that also includes singles “God’s Will” (Martina McBride), “Drinks After Work” (Toby Keith), “1994” (Jason Aldean), “Tattoo” (Hunter Hayes), “Rum” (Brothers Osborne), “On to Something Good” (Ashley Monroe), “By The Way” (Lindsay Ell), Steve Moakler’s debut single “Suitcase,” and Tenille Townes’ “Somebody’s Daughter,” Dean has earned a reputation for writing gems that are both radio-ready and smart. Features The Bee Gees’ Nashville Roots And Branches: This Is Barry Gibb Country. It all begins with a song! He won it again in 2014. The songs are deeply personal and sometimes raw, all delivered by the songwriter himself. After numerous deals cut short due to labels that went bankrupt or were being taken over, Tomlinson landed a songwriting deal with Cal IV Entertainment. When Ronnie's not on the road, he resides in Nashville, TN where he's still writing songs and living the life. In 2017, she became the first woman ever to win the Country Music Association’s Song of the Year award two years in a row and also won back-to-back Grammys for Best Country Song for “Girl Crush” performed by Little Big Town and “Humble and Kind” performed by Tim McGraw. This deal led her to work with songwriter Craig Wiseman and producer Dann Huff, who would go on to help produce some of her first album. Raw God given talent and passion for her craft are clearly the driving forces behind many of artist and songwriter Bridgette Tatum’s high profile career milestones. Paslay’s highly regarded in Nashville’s rich songwriting community for his creativity. Aside from the famous names of Gentry and Earle, this year’s Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame awardees will also include Kent Blazy and Brett James. Since the folding of Lyric Street Records, Sarah has concentrated on her writing. And he’s got the bullet scars to prove it. His compositional craftsmanship includes penning progressive and timeless hits like “Here Comes the Rain,” “What A Crying Shame”, “Dance The Night Away”, “Back In Your Arms Again”, and “All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down.”. Born and raised in Kansas, Sarah Buxton’s upbringing in small town America helped her hone her storytelling skills that lead her to become one of Nashville’s top female songwriters. On December 15, 2008 it was announced that Tomlinson would be the second artist signed to Lyric Street’s subsidiary label, Carolwood Records. She was also named one of Music Row’s Top 100 songwriters in 2019. It also became the highest selling digital debut by a country male solo artist. His critically acclaimed solo music projects, “GOD SHAPED HOLE,” “LOVE AND MONEY,” and “SYMPHONY OF SCARS” sing with haunting productions and wide-open spaces surrounding songs that tell the tales of the weary and broken who live through the messes, lose their faith in the bad religion and still believe in the magic. It has united and guided us. Dann had Shane come to Nashville for label meetings, and on the trip, Shane was signed by Mercury Records and ended his 9-year stint with the LAPD. He recorded an album, “The Coast Is Clear”, for DreamWorks Records in 2003, and has charted four singles on the country charts, including a No. Emily Shackelton is a songwriter and performer from Biwabik, Minnesota. Nashville native, singer-songwriter Randy Montana has been described as a standout among his “I’m more country than you peers.” His songs are pure, honest, & gritty but still manage to be from the heart. Songwriter Sessions During Songwriter Sessions at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, fans get a chance to meet the minds behind some of country music’s biggest hits, as respected songwriters share the stories behind their work in an intimate performance setting, with audience Q&A. Chris DeStefano* Known for: “Good Girl” (Carrie Underwood); “Kick the Dust Up” (Luke Bryan) A … Paslay’s self-titled debut album established him as an artist of enormous potential, yielding three hits. Her compositions have been recorded by artists including Martina McBride, Trisha Yearwood, Point of Grace, Charles Esten, and Runaway June, to name a few. I want to know if I die tomorrow that they heard it with purpose and passion.” With unfailing honesty and a penchant for risk-taking, Bridgette Tatum is storming the scene on her own terms and winning fans at every turn. Those songs are: “Have You Forgotten?” by Darryl Worley, “Waiting On A Woman” by Brad Paisley, and “I’m A Little More Country Than That” recorded by Easton Corbin. Some of them include; Luke Bryan’s “I Don’t Want This Night to End” and “Huntin’ Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day,” Chris Young’s “I Can Take it From There”, Justin Moore’s “Point at You”, Dustin Lynch’s “Mindreader”, and Locash’s “I Know Somebody”. His first album, No Kinda Dancer  (1984), highlighted Keen’s ability for dynamic character development and picturesque storytelling that fans have come to know and love. You’ve been listening to their songs for years. She has also penned songs for many other artists including Tim McGraw, Dan + Shay, Alison Krauss, Blake Shelton, Lee Ann Womack, Chris Young, Gary Allan, Bonnie Raitt, and more. In addition, the brothers have also written songs for rock bands including Lynyrd Skynyrd, Nickelback, Hinder, Joss Stone, and Boys Like Girls. Shane is currently one of Sony Nashville’s most prestigious writers. The city’s writing talent has been increasingly tapped to help craft nominated soundtracks, pop songs and R&B albums over the last couple of years. 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). It became the second-greatest ascent to the top in the Billboard Country Airplay chart’s 30-year history. By an accidental twist of fate, he took a job with the Los Angeles Police Department as a police officer. But while music’s top-tier and liner-notes lovers know his name, Laird has typically shirked spotlights––until now. He penned four songs that made their way onto Steve Moakler’s album Steel Town: chart-climber “Suitcase,” “Just Long Enough,” “Siddle’s Saloon,” and “Hearts Don’t Break That Way.”  Little Big Town also recorded “Free,” which Dean co-wrote, and Tim McGraw and Faith Hill recorded “Damn Good At Holding On,” which Dean co-wrote with Lori McKenna. Country Singers, Songwriters and Personalities We've Lost in 2020. Trent recently dropped his new album That’s What’s Working Right Now. Nashville songwriters are showing up at the Grammys this year, but not just in the country music categories. His multi-week #1, “Does To Me” (Luke Combs featuring Eric Church) was also a Song of The Year nominee. A non-profit organization, its objective is to honor and preserve the songwriting legacy that is uniquely associated with the music community in the city of Nashville. A native of Marshall, Texas, Jeff moved to Nashville in 2001 inspired to play music and write songs like those he admired from a young age. She has celebrated cuts with Carrie Underwood’s “Cry Pretty” and Kenny Chesney’s “Better Boat”. Kent Blazy has worked with country star Garth Brooks and he was responsible for Brooks’ hits like “If Tomorrow Never Comes” and “Ain’t Goin’ Down (‘Til the Sun Comes Up).”, A post shared by Kent Blazy (@kentblazy) on Apr 8, 2020 at 11:22am PDT, Brett James also made a name for himself for writing Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus Take the Wheel,” Rascal Flatts’ “Summer Nights” and Kenny Chesney and Uncle Kracker’s “When the Sun Goes Down.”, A post shared by Brett James (@brettjamessongs) on Feb 3, 2020 at 12:10pm PST. 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. I went to a website called Songwriter Source.com I I found a couple different types of publishing companies. Wynn says Willie Nelson taught him the rest from the “Red Headed Stranger” album. Rhett found his way to a professional music career when Decca Records (which had been reactivated then) heard one of his demos. It is available on iTunes, Amazon, and CD Baby. Rebecca is the bassist and one of three vocalists. In 2015, Blue was nominated for a GMA Dove Award for Song of the Year with Kali Rose’s “God’s Will”. After a bad rodeo injury at 20 years old, Shane rode the brakes for a while, unable to heal up. Songwriters’ Country Music Festival July 4, 2020 5–8 pm, Enchanted Eagle park Eagle Nest, New Mexico $25 Admission (12 and under free) Nashville is known throughout the world as the Mecca for songwriters. He was in the 92’ Rodney King riots. While studying for a journalism degree from Georgia Southern University, he began performing his original songs in local bands. The record was critically acclaimed and produced four chart singles including his first No.1 hit, “That Ain’t My Truck,” which he also co-wrote. Oslin has died at the age of 78. His free-wheeling, swaggering style seamlessly blends neotraditional country, rock ’n roll, and Latin rhythmic fervor, and prominently features his lush, soaring baritone. A post shared by Spooner Oldham (@spooneroldham) on Jun 21, 2018 at 9:39am PDT, Copyright 2021 Country Thang Daily, all rights reserved. Brad and Brett Warren started as recording artists in their hometown of Tampa, Fl. He is definitely an on-the-rise songwriter to watch in Nashville. She has sung on records and toured with America's favorite artists such as Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Kenny Rogers, Blake Shelton, Patty Loveless, Alan Jackson, Steven Tyler, Gretchen Wilson, and many more. The album received the ACM and CMA award for “Album of the Year” as well as a Grammy award for “Country Album of the Year”. A tremendous achievement for any songwriter, the song, “She’s Country” (recorded and released by Platinum-selling country superstar Jason Aldean), held the #1 position on the chart for two consecutive weeks, reached two million plays, and out sold every genres ringtones, all of which are rare accomplishments, as well. The collaboration of Buxton, Wiseman and Huff ultimately led her to sign with Lyric Street Records in 2004. Her humble labor of love, SongFancy.com, serves as a resource for tools and inspiration about the craft and business of … In 2020, Randy was named Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year at the MusicRow Awards. Gentry also earned 4 Grammy awards throughout the entirety of her career. The singer-songwriter community has beautifully captured the essence and stories of our lives for generations. 2. In 2016, McKenna’s album “The Bird & The Rifle” was nominated for three GRAMMY awards as well as three Americana Awards. 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