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BMI celebrated the songwriters and publishers behind country music’s most-performed songs of the past year during the 59th annual BMI Country Awards. BMI staged the event in its Nashville offices, located in the heart of Music Row, where behind-the-scenes hit-makers and center stage superstars came together to toast…
The Wreckers Surprised with Gold Plaques at No. 1 Party
BMI artists The Wreckers and BMI songwriter Jennifer Hanson celebrated their first No.1 hit with a horde of friends and supporters at BMI's Music Row offices. Co-written by Hanson, "Leave the Pieces" introduced the world to The Wreckers' silky, front-porch harmonies. After the single presentations, Warner Bros. surprised…
Keith Urban Hits Platinum
The hometown Nashville crowd roared its approval when Keith Urban walked onstage to headline his first show at the legendary Ryman Auditorium on March 1. After Capitol Nashville labelmate Jennifer Hanson opened the evening, Urban and his band ripped into his two-hour show which included the #1 hits…
CMT’s Flameworthy Lights Final Nominees
Nominees for the CMT Flameworthy 2003 Video Music Awards were announced on March 11, and BMI stars Toby Keith, Faith Hill and Shania Twain each earned five nods. Other top contenders include Tim McGraw, keith urban and the Dixie Chicks. Fans may vote at CMT.com through April 5 to determine…
Toby Keith and Trick Pony Lead ACM Race
BMI superstar Toby Keith led the list for the 38th Annual Academy Of Country Music Awards when final nominations were announced March 4 in Beverly Hills. Toby Keith
Songwriting Trio ‘Living Well’ In The Country
Tony Martin, Mark Nesler, Tom Shapiro -- three songwriters at the top of their game -- were the guests of honor at a BMI Nashville celebration (7/12) for "Living and Living Well," recorded by George Strait on MCA Nashville. The song, published by Buna Boy Music, Glitterfish Music, Mosaic…
Acuff-Rose Sniffs Out the Hits
Music was on the menu when Acuff-Rose Music and BMI met for lunch recently at the legendary publisher's Music Row offices. Over sandwiches and laughs (provided courtesy of Acuff-Rose president Jerry Bradley and BMI Award-winner Buddy Brock), BMI Nashville representatives enjoyed acoustic performances by Casey Beatherd, Buddy Brock, Dave…
Jennifer Hanson and Mark Nesler: Jennifer Hanson & Mark Nesler Interview - The 2008 BMI Country Awards
Captured at BMI Country Awards 2008