Epiphone has announced the release of the Epiphone Emily Wolfe “White Wolfe” Sheraton. Created by guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer Emily Wolfe and the luthiers at Epiphone in Nashville, TN, the “White Wolfe” Sheraton marks Wolfe’s second Epiphone signature guitar and is available worldwide at authorized Epiphone dealers and on www.epiphone.com. "The White Wolfe is a showstopper of a guitar. It’s a true symbol of how bold and unafraid we can be as guitar players. I hope this beautiful instrumen ..read more

Landing a placement on TV, film or in ads can totally change your artist career. So, the stakes are high. Pitching your music to licensing agencies becomes a thrilling opportunity to showcase your talent and make a mark in the industry. But hey, it's not just about the music—it's also about how you handle yourself like a pro. In this article, we'll spill the truth on the dos and don'ts of approaching music licensing agencies, so you can rock the game with style and professionalism. The Dos: 1. Do Your Homework: Before sliding into those agency DMs, do some research like a boss. Dive into their ..read more

Rock The South is “a labor of hometown love” for co-founder and partner Shane Quick (President & Owner of Premier Productions). What started out as a one-day fundraiser for his hometown of Cullman, AL in 2012 after devastating tornados in the region, has now expanded to a three-day event deemed one of “best music festivals you should attend” by Southern Living.   What sets Rock The South apart from the other major festivals is their community-first mindset. The festival has provided more than $1 million to local charities and has left an annual economic impact on the small t ..read more

Producer, engineer, and artist manager Kevin Moloney recently joined forces with Asheville-based recording studio Citizen Studios as Producer in Residence. A native of Ireland, Moloney’s storied career includes work with artists such as U2 and Sinead O’Connor, and with producers such as Daniel Lanois, Brian Eno, and Steve Lillywhite, among others. Growing up in Dublin, Moloney took an opportunity to work as an assistant engineer in a recording studio, which is where he encountered the musicians of U2. At the time, they — and Moloney— were all in their late teens and together they crafted a uni ..read more

ABKCO Records reissued the US version of the seminal 1966 album Aftermath by The Rolling Stones on vinyl at the very end of March,kicking off the label’s enormous undertaking of getting 16 titles from the legendary rock band’s back catalog back in print in their original format. Throughout the remainder of the year and into early 2024, US and UK versions of albums recorded between 1963 and 1970, largely by the original Jagger/Richards/Jones/Watts/Wyman lineup, will find their way onto 180-gram vinyl. Some of these titles, including their debut live album Got Live If You Want It ..read more

Singer-songwriter Ben Goldsmith debuted a new track, “Flowers In Your Hair,” and announced his signing to Sony Music Nashville, UTA and Universal Music Publishing Group Nashville. Goldsmith, then 16 and with no social media following, was offered a deal on the spot after performing for Sony Music Nashville executives. In his agreement with Universal Music Publishing Nashville, Goldsmith was signed to an exclusive, global publishing deal. Additionally, after a solo showcase at Live Nation in Nashville this year, Goldsmith was offered a slot at Bonnaroo on Saturday, June 17. This ..read more

Percussionist, Songwriter, Musical Director, and Record Producer Bob Conti on Jose Feliciano and Donna Summer Photos Courtesy of Bob Conti and David Chatfield.  By Harvey Kubernik      On tour and in the studio from 1967 until present day, Bob Conti has performed, traveled and recorded with artists in nearly every genre of music and in most every country worldwide. From Carnegie Hall with Jose Feliciano to sold-out performances with Donna Summer at the Hollywood Bowl, from the Sydney Opera House, to the foothills of the Egyptian Pyramids.     In the genr ..read more

The Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences (CRAS; www.cras.edu), the premier institution for audio engineering education, is proud to announce that it once again recently hosted renowned industry professionals Candace Stewart of East West Studios and Paula Salvatore of Universal Music Group at its Gilbert, Ariz. campus. Stewart and Salvatore led a panel discussion on the state of the industry and to inspire students who are about to start their pro audio careers. “For 20 years, we have had these two incredible industry leaders selflessly share their perspectives on the audio industry an ..read more

A2IM’s Indie Week 2023 conference will be held from Tuesday, June 13 to Thursday, June 15 at the InterContinental Times Square with over 60+ panels, workshops, and topics from, AI, metadata, publishing, marketing, physical retail, touring, A&R, sustainability, and modern approaches to independent label publicity. View full programming here. A2IM has announced a Fireside Chat with Keke Palmer and Vydia Co-President, Jenna Gaudio on Thursday, June 15 from 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm discussing the ..read more

Universal Music Group Nashville and Capitol Christian Music Group are teaming up for the release of new music from award-winning artist Anne Wilson. Tallying more than 600 million global streams, Wilson has won two GMA Dove Awards and earned a GRAMMY nomination for her 2022 debut album, My Jesus. The Kentucky native is one of Nashville's most inspiring young trailblazers, mixing the heart of Contemporary Christian with the sound of Country music. “From the moment we first met Anne, it was clear she had a special talent and an incredible story and message,” shares Capitol CMG’s Brad O ..read more