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BMI And iHeart Media Fort Myers to Present – Songwriters For Southwest Florida Relief Concert

By on November 1, 2022 in In The Press, Press Releases

BMI and iHeartMedia Fort Myers to Present

 

SONGWRITERS FOR SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

 

An Island Hopper Songwriter Fest Relief Concert Benefitting

 Hospitality Workers in Lee County

 

November 2nd at 3rd & Lindsley in Nashville, TN

 

Purchase tickets now at http://www.3rdandlindsley.com

 

Online Auction Items Include Signed Items by Luke Bryan, Hardy, LOCASH and More.  

To Bid, Go To Songwritersforswfl.com

 

To Make a Donation, Go To VisitFortMyers.com

WHAT: BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) and iHeartMedia Fort Myers are proud to present Songwriters for Southwest Florida, an Island Hopper Songwriter Fest relief concert benefiting hospitality workers in Lee County after the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Tickets are available to purchase, with 100% of the proceeds going towards the fund, now at www.3rdandlindsley.com. The event will stream live in partnership with Volume at volume.com/3rdandlindsley. To claim your free ticket go to https://volume.com/t/8Nb4Uh/.

To compliment the benefit concert, there is also an online auction with items signed by Luke Bryan, Hardy, LOCASH, Frank Myers, and more. To bid on the auction items, visit www.songwritersforswfl.com, and to make online donations to the fund, please go to www.visitfortmyers.com.

WHO: The benefit concert will feature BMI songwriters who have performed at the festival since its inception. Some of the singer/songwriters contributing to the night’s lineup include Aaron Barker, Kristian Bush of Sugarland, Sheena Brook, Brooke Eden, Tim James, Paul McDonald, Frank Myers, Danny Myrick, Maggie Rose, Stephanie Quayle, Maia Sharp and more.

WHEN: 

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. CT

WHERE: 

3rd & Lindsley

818 3rd Ave S

Nashville, TN 37210

Streaming live at volume.com/3rdandlindsley.

ABOUT ISLAND HOPPER SONGWRITER FEST

 

Island Hopper Songwriter Fest is a 10-day music festival in Southwest Florida featuring performances by the greatest singer-songwriters from Nashville and nationwide. The festival is broken up into three locations with the first weekend kicking off on Captiva Island, then moving to downtown Fort Myers during the week, and ends with a weekend on Fort Myers Beach.

ABOUT BMI

Celebrating over 80 years of service to songwriters, composers, music publishers and businesses, Broadcast Music, Inc.® (BMI®) is a global leader in music rights management, serving as an advocate for the value of music. BMI represents the public performance rights in over 20.6 million musical works created and owned by more than 1.3 million songwriters, composers, and music publishers. The Company negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are performed in public. In 1939, BMI created a groundbreaking open-door policy becoming the only performing rights organization to welcome and represent the creators of blues, jazz, country, and American roots music. Today, the musical compositions in BMI’s repertoire, from chart toppers to perennial favorites, span all genres of music and are consistently among the most-performed hits of the year. For additional information and the latest BMI news, visit bmi.com, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BMI or stay connected through Broadcast Music, Inc.‘s Facebook page. Sign up for BMI’s The Weekly™ and receive our e-newsletter every week to stay up to date on all things music.

ABOUT FORT MYERS – ISLANDS, BEACHES AND NEIGHBORHOODS 

Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods include: Sanibel Island, Captiva Island, Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero, Cape Coral, Pine Island, Matlacha, Boca Grande & Outer Islands, North Fort Myers, Alva, Buckingham and Lehigh Acres. For more information, go to visitfortmyers.com.

ABOUT IHEART MEDIA FORT MYERS

 

iHeartMedia Fort Myers owns and operates WBTT-FM, WCKT-FM, WOLZ-FM and WZJZ-FM and is part of iHeartMedia. iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, reaching over 90% of Americans every month. iHeart’s broadcast radio assets alone have more consumer reach in the U.S. than any other media outlet; twice the reach of the next largest broadcast radio company; and over four times the ad-enabled reach of the largest digital only audio service. iHeart is the largest podcast publisher according to Podtrac, with more downloads than the next two podcast publishers combined and has the number one social footprint among audio players, with seven times more followers than the next audio media brand, and the only fully integrated audio ad tech solution across broadcast, streaming and podcasts.  The company continues to leverage its strong audience connection and unparalleled consumer reach to build new platforms, products and services. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.
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Luke Combs BMI Party Kicks Off CMA Fest 2022

By on June 10, 2022 in Music, Special Events, The Latest

After a 2 year halt, CMA Fest kicked things off with a high energy parking lot show on Music Row at the legendary BMI Nashville headquarters, celebrating the massively successful run of number one songs from Luke Combs.  

Combs wanted to kick off CMA Fest this year with a No. 1 party unlike any before — and all were invited. 

The perennial hitmaker celebrated his eight consecutive chart-topping country radio hits June 8 with a one-night concert from the BMI parking lot in Nashville’s Music Rowneighborhood. The show happened a day before A-list country entertainers take up a four-night residency in downtown Nashville with the return of CMA Fest.

Combs was joined onstage by openers Hailey Whittier’s , Drew Parker and fellow songwriters Randy Montana, James McNair, Dan Isbell, Thomas Archer, Wyatt Durrette, Ray Fulcher, Shane Minor, Tyler Reeve, Jonathan Singleton and Rob Williford. The collaborators performed Combs’ seven chart-toppers from the 2019 “What You See Is What You Get” album: “Beer Never Broke My Heart,” “Even Though I’m Leaving,” “Does to Me,” “Lovin’ on You,” “Better Together,” Forever After All” and “Cold as You,” as well as “Beautiful Crazy” from the deluxe version of his debut album, “This One’s For You Too.”

Proceeds from the BMI Parking Lot Party benefited the BMI Foundation, a nonprofit that supports the creation, performance and study of music through awards, scholarships, grants and commissions.

The event was a huge success, proving that country music supporters desire to connect with one another through live performances and engagement. The future looks bright, not only for CMA Fest, but for all live music events and festivals  rebuilding and reconnecting the listeners and artists, giving hope to an industry and culture that has suffered a huge loss after a long anticipated comeback. 

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BMI Celebrates “Coming Home” No. 1 with Keith Urban, Julia Michaels And Nicolle Galyon

By on October 25, 2019 in In The Press, Press Releases
BMI songwriters Nicolle Galyon, Keith Urban and Julia Michaels (Photo: Steve Lowry for BMI)

On October 23rd, BMI celebrated at the Analog at the Hutton Hotel to honor the special fusion of classic and contemporary country with pop music seen in Keith Urban and Julia Michaels’ No. 1 hit “Coming Home.” Written by Urban, Michaels, Nicolle Galyon, JR Rotem and Merle Haggard, the relatable, feel-good track was showered with high-praise from BMI’s Mason Hunter, Sony ATV’s Josh Van Valkenburg, Universal Music Publishing’s Troy Tomlinson, Warner Chappell’s BJ Hill and Katy Wolaver and Universal’s Mike Dungan. As customary at a Keith Urban No. 1 party, he performed the song solo with a special nod to Michaels by incorporating her hit song “Issues” into a make-shift bridge. The celebration was packed with a who’s-who of Nashville and LA’s industry power-players, including a special appearance from James Burton, Elvis Presley’s guitar player who recorded what Urban described as the “incredibly iconic” lick on Haggard’s original track featured in the song. Urban is set to perform at the CMA Awards in November where he is nominated for the prestigious “Entertainer of The Year” award.

Top Row (L-R): Universal Music Publishing’s Troy Tomlinson, UMG Nashville’s Mike Dungan, Sony ATV’s Josh Van Valkenburg, BMI’s Mason Hunter and Warner Chappell’s Katy Wolaver and BJ Hill. 
Bottom Row (L-R): BMI songwriters Nicolle Galyon, Keith Urban and Julia Michaels.
(Photo: Steve Lowry for BMI)
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Final “Rooftop On The Row” Of The 2019 Season Ends On A High Note

By on September 12, 2019 in Music
Mitchell Tenpenny performing. Photo credit: Courtesy of BMI.

The stormy forecast on August 20th didn’t stop BMI from throwing their last “Rooftop On The Row” party of the summer.

Gone West performing. Photo credit: Courtesy of BMI.

The event, presented by George Dickel Tennessee Whisky, featured performances by Mitchell Tenpenny and Gone West. Attendees enjoyed BBQ from Texas Roadhouse and sipped on playfully named cocktails including Dickelade (Dickel and lemonade) and Redneck Pepper (Dickel Tabasco and Dr Pepper). Gone West took the stage first. The band, which consists of Grammy-winning artist Colbie Caillat, her fiancé Justin Young, Jason Reeves and his wife Nelly Joy, opened with the song “Gone West,” an homage to the reasons behind the band’s name. Caillat performed her hit song “Realize,” which she wrote with Reeves. They finished their set with a fun breakup song called “Confetti,” and their first single, ”What Could’ve Been.”

BMI’s MaryAnn Keen, Gone West and BMI’s Spencer Nohe (Photo: Nathan Zucker)

Between performances, one lucky concert-goer won a $250 voucher from Delta Airlines.

Mitchell Tenpenny opened with the song, “Truck I Drove in High School”. As the wind picked up, Tenpenny’s band kept a high energy vibe while they rocked out guitar solos under occasional lightning bolts. Tenpenny showed off his vocal abilities (and lung capacity) holding long notes with impressive intensity. The band slowed things down with a heartbreaker called “I Can’t Go To Church Anymore,” and picked the energy back up with the Platinum-certified No. 1 single, “Drunk Me.”

In the end, the storm held out long enough for both performances and BMI closed their summer rooftop concert series on a high note. 

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Filmore and Hardy Headline The 1st BMI Rooftop On The Row Of The Season

By on May 6, 2019 in Music, Special Events

Hardy performs at BMI’s Rooftop on the Row.

Now in its 3rd season, BMI’s Rooftop On The Row kicked off its 1st show of the season with a fantastic night of music, food, and drinks.  It was the perfect spring night to enjoy the festivities from the rooftop of BMI on Music Row with incredible views of Nashville as the sun was beginning to set.

BMI artists Hardy and Filmore headlined the event on Tuesday, April 23rd performing to an attentive, invitation-only audience.

Hardy, who has written songs for Florida Georgia Line, Blake Shelton, and Morgan Wallen, kicked off the night’s musical performances with a fun set and his brand of bro-country music.

His current single, “REDNECKER”, is at country radio now from his album released by Big Loud Records.

Filmore was next to take the stage and closed out the evening.  This was my first time getting to see and hear Filmore.  I was not sure what to expect, but I have to admit that he made a big fan of me! I loved his energy, his strong voice, great stage presence, and his songs stuck with me hours later.

He already has more than 100 million career streams and he just made his country radio debut on April 22nd with his single, “Slower”.

While taking in the great night of music, attendees were treated to food & drinks from the various sponsors.  I thoroughly enjoyed the Dickelade in my new Yeti rambler offered by George Dickel Whisky and the tasty barbecue with salad & chips from Texas Roadhouse sitting on the comfortable couches that adorned the spacious rooftop.

 

 

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Lindsay Ell And Abby Anderson Rock Rooftop On The Row

By on August 25, 2018 in In The Press

Abby Anderson performs during BMI’s Rooftop On The Row.  Photo credit: Nathan Zucker

This past Tuesday was ladies night on the BMI rooftop as Lindsay Ell and Abby Anderson took on the fifth installment of BMI’s Rooftop On The Row summer concert series. Newcomer Abby Anderson kicked off the night serenading the crowd with her latest radio single “Make Him Wait.” Special guest Kristian Bush joined Ell for her set just as the sun began to set over the skyline. BMI’s rooftop series offers a unique opportunity to enjoy stunning views of Nashville while enjoying complimentary food and beverage and the best of Music City’s veteran and rising talent. The summer’s final rooftop show will take place on September 11th. 

Lindsay Ell and Kristian Bush perform during BMI’s Rooftop On The Row to a packed crowd. Photo credit: Nathan Zucker

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Songwriters, NMPA, And SESAC Announce Unconditional Support For Music Modernization Act

By on August 2, 2018 in In The Press

The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), the Songwriters of North America (SONA), the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA), and SESAC today announced they have agreed to work together to support the Music Modernization Act (MMA). The broad coalition demonstrates an unprecedented commitment by the industry to support songwriters and music publishers, who will benefit from the bill’s ultimate passage, resulting in the most comprehensive reform to the music copyright business in generations.

The MMA improves how songwriters are paid by digital streaming services. The bill creates a single mechanical licensing entity which will establish an open, transparent copyright ownership database that will be overseen by music publishers and songwriters and paid for by digital services.

At the encouragement of Senators deeply involved in the legislation and recognizing the importance of the MMA for the future of the music industry, the parties have endorsed a provision under consideration by the Senate to amend the Mechanical Licensing Collective’s (MLC) administration of voluntary licenses outside the scope of the Section 115 compulsory license in order to ensure private vendors can continue to participate in the music market, maintaining competition which is beneficial to songwriters and producers.

All parties have enthusiastically agreed and respectfully request the Senate pass the MMA.

Nashville Songwriters Association International: “Reaching consensus within the music industry, on what may be the most important songwriter legislation in history, is a win for American songwriters and the broader music community. We are pleased to have put our differences behind us and support this bill in unanimous harmony. The Nashville Songwriters Association International has been a friend and fan of SESAC’s for decades and that is how our relationship will immediately resume.”

Songwriters of North America Executive Directors Michelle Lewis and Kay Hanley: “We are pleased to have come together with our partners SESAC, the NMPA, SONA and NSAI to move forward as a unified music community to support the successful passage and implementation of the much-needed Music Modernization Act. SONA would personally like to thank our partners, the NSAI and songwriter Ross Golan for their efforts and support in mobilizing the songwriter and artist community nationwide.”

NMPA President & CEO David Israelite: “We are thrilled that we have mutually agreed on a path forward. We are stronger when our music family speaks with one voice and this agreement will allow us to come together to work towards the passage of the MMA. Songwriters need and deserve this bill. We thank the Senators involved for their leadership and guidance.”

SESAC Chairman & CEO John Josephson: “SESAC has been fighting for songwriters since 1931 and continues to do so with its enthusiastic support of the MMA. At the encouragement of Senators closely involved in this legislation, all parties came together to agree on outstanding items related to the MMA including the reform of the Section 115 compulsory license and other important related matters. We share a collective responsibility to help ensure that the MMA benefits all stakeholders in the industry and look forward to the Senate’s consideration of the bill.”

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BMI Returns To CMA Fest With Maui Jim Broadway Stage At Hard Rock Cafe Takeover

By on June 6, 2018 in In The Press

After a brief hiatus, BMI will return to downtown Music City for CMA Fest with a special takeover of the Maui Jim Broadway Stage at Hard Rock Cafe on Thursday, June 7th from 2:45pm-6:45pm. Fans and industry tastemakers alike are invited to kick off Country music’s most quintessential weekend of live music with a parking lot party featuring performances from some of the format’s hottest rising talent. BMI has built a solid track record curating CMA Fest stages over the years, with the well-loved Tailgate previously featuring superstars like Florida Georgia Line, Thomas Rhett, Maren Morris, Kane Brown, Jon Pardi, Chris Lane, Michael Ray and more.

“Our history at CMA Fest speaks for itself. For years, our BMI Tailgate Party served as a hub for up-and-coming Country talent at the festival,” said Mason Hunter, Assistant Vice President, Creative. “We’re excited to be back at CMA Fest and proud to continue to be a launching pad for the careers of our genre’s breakout singer-songwriters.”

See below for a full lineup of performers:

2:45pm – Payton Smith

3:25pm – Drew Parker

4:05pm – Faren Rachels

4:45pm – Ray Fulcher

5:25pm – Trea Landon

6:05pm – Adam Craig

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BMI And SESAC Celebrate No. 1 Hit “Flatliner”

By on October 12, 2017 in In The Press

(L-R): Sony ATV’s Josh Van Valkenburg; KP Entertainment’s Kerri Edwards; producer Michael Carter; songwriter Matt Bronleewe (SESAC); Cole Swindell (BMI); songwriter Jaron Boyer (SESAC); BMI’s David Preston; SESAC’s Shannon Hatch; peer music’s Kim Wiggins; Warner Music Nashville’s Cris Lacy. (Photo by Steve Lowry)

Hit songwriters Cole Swindell (BMI), Jaron Boyer (SESAC) and Matt Bronleewe (SESAC) gathered with fans, friends and industry notables last night to celebrate the No. 1 hit “Flatliner,” from Swindell’s certified RIAA Gold album You Should Be Here. The party took place at legendary Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge prior to Swindell headlining the Stay Downtown at Tootsie’s 57th Birthday Bash, named after Swindell’s current single, “Stay Downtown.” “Flatliner,” which features Cole’s friend/mentor Dierks Bentley, became Swindell’s record-breaking seventh consecutive No. 1 single and his tenth overall as a songwriter.

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BMI And Dualtone Celebrate “The Lumineers Day” In Nashville

By on September 16, 2017 in Music, Special Events

Photo credit: Steve Lowry

BMI and Dualtone celebrated one of Americana’s hottest acts yesterday afternoon with a special awards ceremony in the BMI lobby. The Lumineers were presented plaques honoring the successes of their 3x certified Platinum debut album and certified Gold follow-up album Cleopatra. In addition, three platinum singles – “Ho Hey,” “Stubborn Love,” and “Ophelia” – and two gold singles – “Flowers in Your Hair” and “Cleopatra” – were recognized. BMI’s Vice President of Writer Publisher Relations, Jody Williams, presented the group with MillionAir awards in recognition of 3 million radio performances. The ceremony concluded with a special surprise from Williams: a proclamation declaring September 14, 2017 “The Lumineers Day” in Nashville signed by Mayor Megan Barry.

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