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Warner Music Nashville To Host Epic Evening Of Performances At Ascend Amphitheater On June 11 As Part Of CMA Fest 2022

By on June 4, 2022 in In The Press, Press Releases

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (June 2, 2022) – Warner Music Nashville is set to host its fourth year of Saturday night CMA Fest performances at Ascend Amphitheater on June 11th (BUY TICKETS HERE). Hosted by CMT Listen Up Artist Shy Carter, the evening will bring together some of the label’s biggest stars and brightest up-and-comers. The thrilling lineup, headlined by multi-platinum-selling chart topper Cole Swindell, will feature performances from 3x GRAMMY nominee Ingrid Andress, American Song Contest finalist Tyler Braden, Carter and Pandora Country Artist to Watch Randall King. These not-to-be-missed performances at the open-air venue start at 7:00 PM/CT.

 

Newly added this year, fans can purchase pit access, standing room only, for $53 per night, with single-day reserved selling for $39 each night and single-day lawn selling for $24 per night. Taxes and fees included. Tickets are going fast with just one week before music fans descend upon Music City for the legendary country music event. The four-day festival hosts tens of thousands of fans from all 50 states, Puerto Rico and 37 international countries – all to benefit music education.

 

ABOUT WARNER MUSIC NASHVILLE

Warner Music Nashville began a new legacy in 2009 under the leadership of Chairman & CEO John Esposito, continuing its more than 60-year history within the Nashville music community.

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The Warner Sound During CMA Fest: High Valley And William Michael Morgan

By on June 15, 2018 in Music, Special Events, The Latest

I had the pleasure of attending two fan club parties as part of The Warner Sound last week from Warner Music Nashville’s roster:  High Valley and William Michael Morgan.

For the past few years, Warner Music Nashville has presented a full schedule of activities with their artists at an off-site location near the CMA Fest and now for the last two years at their office on Music Row.

Inside the tent for High Valley’s fan club party 2018.

I thoroughly-enjoyed going out to their office for a couple of days to enjoy High Valley and William Michael Morgan’s fan club parties.  It was a welcome reprieve from the massive crowd, far away parking, and the hot, humid temperatures outside at CMA Fest during that time.

Pop-up Waffle House Warner Music Nashville

The fan club parties were set out on their patio on the second floor with a large tent cooled with air-conditioning.   The tent held a nice-sized stage, lighting, and nicely-decorated for each fan club party.

The pop-up Waffle House Warner Music Nashville for CMA Fest.

On Thursday, High Valley performed 5 songs with a full band and entertained their fans with their bluegrass-infused sound blended with contemporary country and family harmonies from the two brothers.  Their songs are infectious and always bring such great energy to the stage that was fully-appreciated by their fans.  Prior to the show, fans were treated to pulled pork barbecue or grilled chicken, tossed salad, chips, chocolate chip cookie, and assortment of soda or bottled water to drink from Texas Roadhouse.

On Sunday, William Michael Morgan performed 5 songs acoustically playing guitar himself with another person playing guitar with him and singing harmony.  Morgan demonstrated his smooth, baritone vocals on his more traditional country songs to a enthusiastic crowd and paid homage to one of his favorites singing a cover from Tim McGraw.   Fans were able to enjoy a lunch of beef skewers, tossed salad, chocolate chip cookie, and assortment of soda or bottled water to drink from Texas Roadhouse.

After each performance, they held a meet and greet to meet with their fans who attended and take photos.

As an added treat inside the Warner Music Nashville office during the 4 days of CMA Fest, there was a special pop-up Waffle House in the lobby complete with booths preparing waffles and hashbrowns for free to guests.  Fans could also enjoy a cocktail from George Dickel Whisky outside on a deck there, I especially liked the frozen rose and frozen lemonade whisky cocktail they served, and Crown Royal hosted a lounge where they served some specialty drinks like a Coke and Vanilla Crown Royal cocktail.

All were there as sponsors of The Warner Sound and really created a nice, relaxing atmosphere that I could have easily stuck around to enjoy all day.

frozen rose

Thanks for allowing me to enjoy The Warner sound! Always a treat and highly-recommend buying tickets for next year to get up close and personal with many of Warner Music Nashville’s artists.  It’s such an enjoyable escape from the crowds and heat downtown.  They change it up each year, so you never know exactly what it will be, but it will always be nice no matter what.

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Warner Music Nashville Welcomes Fans To Music Row With “The Warner Sound” 2018

By on June 4, 2018 in In The Press


Warner Music Nashville (WMN) is proud to announce the seventh year of The Warner Sound, a packed week of events in support of CMA Music Fest, June 7-10. Hosted at the label headquarters and studios in the heart of Nashville’s historic Music Row, The Warner Sound will feature fan events with WMN artists and guests including Cole Swindell, Charlie Worsham, Dan + Shay, Devin Dawson, Frankie Ballard, High Valley, Hunter Hayes, Michael Ray, Morgan Evans, RaeLynn, Tegan Marie, Trea Landon, Troy Cartwright and William Michael Morgan.
WMN is happy to welcome several generous sponsors that are providing unique touch points for both their artists and fans. Upon entry, guests will be able to visit the pop-up Waffle House restaurant inside the lobby, complete with complimentary waffles and hash browns. Those age 21 and over can enjoy a cocktail in the Crown Royal Lounge or on the George Dickel Patio daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Of age guests can also snag a Sam Adams, Twisted Tea or a hard cider from Austin Eastciders – and everyone is welcome to an ice cold Coca-Cola! Behind the scenes, Warner artists will relax and prepare for their performances in the “The Dream Room,” a deluxe green room designed by The Dream Hotel Nashville (opening late 2018). Additional sponsors include Popchips, PC/Nametag, Keurig, Lyft, Vega and Batiste.
The Warner Sound June 7 – 10, 2018
Except where noted, all fan events will be held at 20 Music Square East.
THURSDAY, JUNE 7
10:00 AM       Dan + Shay                 Tequila Sunrise Fan Party (Silent Disco)
1:00 PM          High Valley                AmeriCANADIAN Fan Party
4:00 PM          Michael Ray               Amos Album Release Fan Party
FRIDAY, JUNE 8
10:00 AM       Warner Artists             SoFar Sounds
1:00 PM          Morgan Evans             Album Listening Fan Party
4:00 PM          Cole Swindell             ‘The Ones Who Got Me Here’ Fan Party
SATURDAY, JUNE 9
10:00 AM       Warner Artists             WMN Family Brunch Fan Party feat. Bailey Bryan, Trea
                                                            Landon and Troy Cartwright
1:00 PM          RaeLynn                     ‘Kings & Queens Don’t’ Fan Party
4:00 PM          Hunter Hayes              For the Love of Music Fan Party
4:30 PM          Devin Dawson            Blackout Fan Party *Studio at 21 Music Square East
SUNDAY, JUNE 10
10:00 AM       Tegan Marie                Breakfast Beauty Shop Fan Party
10:00 AM       Charlie Worsham        Donuts & Jam Fan Party *Studio at 21 Music Square East
1:00 PM          William Michael Morgan Vinyl Fan Party
4:00 PM          Frankie Ballard           Frankie Ballard Fan Party
WMN also has other events being held around town, including:
  • Ashley McBryde Little Harpeth Fan Party at Little Harpeth Brewing on June 6 at 5:00 PM.
  • Blake Shelton & Friends Concert at Ole Red on June 6 at 10:30 PM (doors at 9:30 PM).
  • Chris Janson “Friend Party” at the Wildhorse Saloon on June 7at 9:30 AM.
  • Cracker Barrel Country Roads Stage at Ascend Amphitheater Presented by Warner Music Nashville on Saturday, June 9. The concert event will feature Cole Swindell, Michael Ray, Morgan Evans, Cale Dodds and Tegan Marie.
Guests can enjoy a free ride to WMN courtesy of JoyRide golf carts – just look for the one marked “The Warner Sound” and hop on. Fan party ticket purchasers will enjoy a transportation discount or free rides courtesy of Lyft.
For more info about The Warner Sound and other WMN events please visit WarnerMusicNashville.com/MusicFest / Follow @wmnashville
ABOUT WARNER MUSIC NASHVILLE
Warner Music Nashville was created in 2009 with the goal of expanding the presence of WMG and its family of labels has had in the Nashville music community for more than 60 years. Under the leadership of Chairman & CEO John Esposito, the division is home to Warner Bros. Nashville and Atlantic Nashville.
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Kenny Chesney Signs With Warner Bros; New Day For Blue Chair Records

By on January 17, 2018 in In The Press

L to R: President of Morris Higham Management, Clint Higham; Chairman and President Warner Music Nashville, John Esposito; Kenny Chesney; and Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Jess Rosen
Photo Credit: Allister Ann

Warner Music Group and Warner Music Nashville are honored to welcome eight-time ACM winner and CMA Entertainer of the Year Kenny Chesney to the Warner Music family. As part of WMN, the songwriter/superstar’s music will be released on the Blue Chair Records/Warner Bros. Records label.

Since leaving East Tennessee with a handful of songs and a dream bigger than he understood, Kenny Chesney has developed into the man The Wall Street Journal deemed “The King of the Road” and the Los Angeles Times proclaimed “The People’s Superstar.” With over 30 million albums sold, 30 No. 1s, and countless sold-out stadium tours that sell in excess of a million tickets every time he takes to the road, the 2018 Country Album of the Year GRAMMY nominee is on the verge of yet another creative renaissance.

“It is a big deal to change labels,” said Chesney. “But when you hear Max, Espo, and Cris Lacy talk about music, about what it means and does, when you hear that passion, you can’t help but get fired up. To me, music is only complete when it gets to the fans and becomes part of their lives. The people at Warner understand my commitment to that idea, and they’re just as committed to those ideals as I am.”

“Kenny Chesney embodies the relentless pursuit of artistic freedom and expression,” said WMN Chairman & CEO John Esposito. “An unapologetic free spirit, he has built a career on perseverance, drive, innovation, and most especially, great songs. Everything he does is inspired. It is with deep respect and honor that we welcome Kenny to Warner Music Nashville. We couldn’t be more excited to work with him and his team.”

“Kenny’s not only a country music icon, but an American superstar, who’s still hungry to write, record, and perform amazing music that moves millions of people,” said Warner Music Group CEO, Recorded Music Max Lousada. “The fact that he has chosen Warner Music as his new label home is a huge testament to the culture created by Espo and his team, who have made our Nashville operation a magnet for both emerging talent and established artists. I join Espo in welcoming Kenny into the Warner family, and we’re all looking forward to amplifying his success and taking his music to fans across the globe.”

About Kenny Chesney:
Kenny Chesney is an American musical force. With 30 No. 1 hits, including “American Kids,” “When The Sun Goes Down,” “I Go Back,” “Noise,” and “Pirate Flag,” over 30 million albums and 38 million tracks sold, he has created the soundtrack for coming of age in the heartland in the 21st century. His commitment to his fans – known as the No Shoes Nation – has seen Chesney succeed as the only Country artist on Billboard’s Top 10 Touring Acts for the past 25 Years, as well as consistently playing NFL stadiums across the U.S. That commitment to giving his fans songs that hold their lives, and concerts where he consistently breaks records, reflects the passion that fuels the songwriter/superstar.

About Warner Music Nashville
Warner Music Nashville was created in 2009 with the goal of expanding the presence of WMG and its family of labels has had in the Nashville music community for more than 60 years. Under the leadership of Chairman & CEO John Esposito, the division is home to Warner Bros. Nashville, Atlantic Nashville, Elektra Nashville and the LoudMouth comedy label.

About Warner Music Group
With its broad roster of new stars and legendary artists, Warner Music Group is home to a collection of the best-known record labels in the music industry including Asylum, Atlantic, Big Beat, Canvasback, East West, Elektra, Erato, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Reprise, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Spinnin’, Warner Bros., Warner Classics, and Warner Music Nashville, as well as Warner/Chappell Music, one of the world’s leading music publishers, with a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide.

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Warner Music Nashville Announces The Warner Sound Presented By BIC® Flex5 Hybrid™

By on June 1, 2017 in In The Press

Warner Music Nashville (WMN) is proud to announce the sixth year of The Warner Sound, an exciting week of events in support of CMA Music Fest, June 8-11. Held at WMN’s headquarters in the heart of Nashville’s historic Music Row (20 Music Square East), The Warner Sound presented by BIC® Flex5 Hybrid™ will feature fan parties and performances from WMN artists including Cole Swindell, Brett Eldredge, Brandy Clark, Hunter Hayes, Devin Dawson, Cale Dodds, Bailey Bryan, Ryan Kinder, William Michael Morgan, Morgan Evans, RaeLynn, Charlie Worsham, High Valley and Michael Ray. Additionally, guests will enjoy a custom barber shop experience courtesy of BIC® Flex5 Hybrid™ at the “Sip & Shave” lounge, including shaves and hot towel service by Rudy’s Barbershop, a full bar, product samples and a place to kick back and relax. The BIC® Flex5 Hybrid™ “Sip & Shave” lounge is open daily from 10AM to 6PM.

 

The Warner Sound Presented By BIC® Flex5 Hybrid™  June 8-11

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 8

10:00 AM        Cole Swindell                          Down Home Crew Party

11:00 AM        Brett Eldredge                          Fan Party * 21 Music Square East

1:00 PM           Warner Chappell Writers         Lyrical Lunch Hour

4:00 PM           Brandy Clark                           Fan Party

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

10:00 AM        Hunter Hayes                           Songs in the Round Party

1:00 PM           Blake Shelton                                      Blake Bingo *Blake not in attendance

4:00 PM           WMN Artists                            Family BBQ feat. Ryan Kinder, Bailey Bryan,

Devin Dawson and Cale Dodds

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

10:00 AM        William Michael Morgan         Fan Party

1:00 PM           Morgan Evans                          Sofar Sounds Event

4:00 PM           RaeLynn                                  RaVe Party

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 11

10:00 AM        Charlie Worsham                     Donuts & Jam Fan Party

1:00 PM           High Valley                             Fan Party

4:00 PM           Michael Ray                            Sunday Funday Fan Party

 

WMN also has other events being held around town, including:

  • SiriusXM The Highway presents Saturday, June 10 at Ascend Amphitheatre’s Cracker Barrel Country Roads stage with Dan + Shay, Hunter Hayes,High Valley and RaeLynn. Additional performances by newcomers Cale Dodds, Ryan Kinder and Bailey Bryan
  • Waffle House Presents “Scattered, Smothered, Covered and Country” late night at Aerial (411 Broadway) featuring Ryan Kinder and friends (June 8-10 11:00 PM – 1:00 AM)
  • Chris Janson at the Wildhorse Saloon on June 8 at 10:00 AM
  • Fans can enjoy a free ride to WMN courtesy of JoyRide golf carts – just look for the one decked out in WMN’s artists and hop on
  • Fan party ticket purchasers will enjoy a transportation discount or free rides courtesy of Lyft

 

 

For more info about The Warner Sound and other WMN events please visit WarnerMusicNashville.com/MusicFest  / Follow @wmnashville

 

ABOUT WARNER MUSIC NASHVILLE

Warner Music Nashville was created in 2009 with the goal of expanding the presence of WMG and its family of labels has had in the Nashville music community for more than 60 years. Under the leadership of Chairman & CEO, John Esposito, the division is home to Warner Bros. Nashville, Atlantic Nashville, Elektra Nashville and the LoudMouth comedy label. www.warnermusicnashville.com

 

ABOUT BIC®:

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THE 50TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS® OFFERS VIEWERS A VIP BACKSTAGE PASS VIA SECOND-SCREEN EXPERIENCE – ACM BACKSTAGE

By on April 16, 2015 in In The Press

imageEveryone knows country music is about the fans. The Academy of Country Music is taking that relationship to the next level, by partnering with Glow Motion Technologies and fan-engagement company Mobaglo to make the 50th ACM Awards at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX, a one-of-a-kind spectator experience with ACM Backstage. The ceremony, co-hosted by Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton, will be broadcast LIVE onSunday, April 19, 2015 at 8:00 PM – 11:30PM ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network.

 

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Warner Music Nashville Hosts Third Pickin’ On The Patio Of 2014 Featuring Charlie Worsham

By on July 24, 2014 in In The Press
(L to R): Kevin Herring (SVP, Promotion), Tom Martens (Dir., National Promotion), Mark Noel (Artist Management Partners), Charlie Worsham, Brad Henderson (Big Howdy), Chris Palmer (VP, Promotion) Lisa Ray (VP, Brand Management), Scott Kernahan (Artist Management Partners), Anna Cage (Midwest/Northeast Regional Promotion Manager), Jessica Rouse (Promotion Coordinator), Cris Lacy (VP, A&R)

(L to R): Kevin Herring (SVP, Promotion), Tom Martens (Dir., National Promotion), Mark Noel (Artist Management Partners), Charlie Worsham, Brad Henderson (Big Howdy), Chris Palmer (VP, Promotion) Lisa Ray (VP, Brand Management), Scott Kernahan (Artist Management Partners), Anna Cage (Midwest/Northeast Regional Promotion Manager), Jessica Rouse (Promotion Coordinator), Cris Lacy (VP, A&R)

Warner Bros. Records’ Charlie Worsham impressed the packed house at the third installment of Pickin’ On The Patio 2014 yesterday. Worsham performed several songs from his current album Rubberband for the standing room only crowd and also delighted guests with an amazing medley of Beatles hits. Food and beverages were provided by our fantastic sponsors GiGi’s Cupcakes, Aramark, Ajax Turner and Bud Light, and Patron for the occasion. Pickin’ on the Patio is held the fourth Wednesday of every month from May through September on the WMN patio. Mark your calendars for the next event to be held on August 27th.

For more information, please visit: www.warnermusicnashville.com.

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[Video] CMT Music Awards And Warner Music After-Party: What A Night!

By on June 10, 2014 in Special Events

CMT Music AwardsWhat can I say except that I had an AMAZING night last Wednesday, June 4th, at the CMT Music Awards where I covered the Red Carpet! The show took place at the Bridgestone Arena in downtown Nashville, the day before CMA Music Festival. Continue Reading →

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Warner Music Nashville/Word Entertainment Christmas Memories

By on December 18, 2012 in In The Press

Blake Shelton

Blake Shelton

Christmas at the Shelton/Lambert Household:
Christmas in the Shelton/Lambert household is probably like a lot of y’all’s Christmases out there. It’s chaos and we don’t have any kids, so we’re the ones that travel to everyone else’s houses. So we start down in Lindale, TX on Christmas Eve with Miranda’s family, and we always wake up there on Christmas morning and open presents – that’s where Santa comes – then we put everything in the car and drive all the way back to Oklahoma. Then we have Christmas day with my family. Normally on either side of that Miranda and I will try to have our Christmas just she and I together. It’s normally a wrapping night where we wrap everybody’s presents… or actually I stand there and mix her drinks and watch her wrap everybody’s presents, cuz I can’t warp worth crap. But I like it; I like how we do our thing and I think she does too.

Special Christmas Drink:
I don’t think I really have a special Christmas drink. I mean we always – all of us, Miranda’s family, my family – we always have a few drinks during Christmas. While we were making the album, though, I was actually drinking a little bit of wine, believe it or not, just to kinda kick back and try to get in that laid back state of mind that you’d picture Dean Martin or one of those guys doing when they get in the studio.

Favorite Christmas Memory:
My favorite Christmas memory probably just happened last year. You always have all the different things that happen, whether it’s a gift or whatever, but the last Christmas I spent with my dad was actually in a hospital room. Everybody had all their Christmases going on and for whatever reason everybody had been in the hospital room with my dad all day; then people went on to go do their Christmases at their homes and I decided, ‘I’m just gonna stay here with my dad.’ And me and my dad sat in that hospital room together and laughed all night. We watched a marathon of Dumbest Stuff on Wheels together on Christmas Eve and man, I wouldn’t trade that time with him for anything. That’s something I’ll never forget.
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Warner Music Nashville’s “Pickin’ On The Patio” To Resume In May 2013

By on September 26, 2012 in In The Press

In lieu of the final Warner Music Nashville Pickin’ On The Patio party, we have assembled a band to compete in the CRS Battle of the Bands benefitting the CRS Scholarship Fund and Radio Hall of Fame on Thursday, September 27. Please join us next spring for the return of Pickin’ On The Patio in May!

For more information, please visit: www.warnermusicnashville.com.

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