Bill LaBounty

Bill LaBounty recorded his first album at the age of 19 for RCA Records, followed by an album for 20 th Century Fox, and three albums for Warner/Curb records which spawned the pop hits "Never Gonna Look Back" (with James Taylor),   "Livin' It Up,"   and "This Night Won't Last Forever."    He also established himself as a songwriter for an array of other Pop and Country artists such as Patti LaBelle,   Jimmy Buffet,   The Judds,   The Temptations,   Alan Jackson,   Steve Wariner,   Brooks and Dunn,   Steve Goodman, Phoebe Snow,   Neil Diamond,   Tim McGraw & Peter Cetera.   His hits include Robbie Dupree's Hot 'Rod Hearts,"   Michael Johnson's "This Night Won't Last Forever,"  Steve Wariner's #1's   "The Weekend,   "Lynda,"   and "I Got Dreams,"   the Grammy Award winning duet by Allison Kraus and Shenandoah, "Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart,"   Shenandoah's   #1  " I Want To Be Loved Like That,"   Lonestar's "Tequila Talkin',"   Brooks and Dunn's "Rock My World Little Country Girl,"   and Peter Cetera's "No Explanation,"   the end theme for the movie, Pretty Woman.  To date he has had over 100 songs recorded by other artists, resulting in 25 BMI Awards, including 10 million performance awards.  

Luke Laird

Each of singer/songwriter Luke Laird's songs displays their composer's fondness for sly observations and gritty emotion.   The Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania native had music in mind when he chose to attend Middle Tennessee State University. After graduation, he hit the road with Brooks & Dunn as their assistant tour manager, constantly writing songs in the midst of a touring schedule's hurry up and wait world. When Laird found himself back in Nashville in 2002, he signed with BMG Music Publishing, choosing to focus fulltime on his deep-rooted passion for songwriting. Laird recently penned 3 songs on Carrie Underwood's latest album Carnival Ride including the hit single "So Small" which topped the R&R and Billboard country charts at #1 for 3 weeks.   Other artists including Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, and Lee Ann Womack have recorded Laird's work--all resounding affirmations of his choice in profession. Today, Luke is a staff writer for Universal Music Publishing and is represented by Oglesby Writer Management.

www.myspace.com/lairdtunes

Tony Lane

Born in Comanche, Texas, singer/songwriter Tony Lane grew up playing the bars in Texas. Lane made the move to Nashville in the early '90s and has been signed to Famous Music Publishing (recently acquired by Sony) since 1997. In 1998, he helped Lee Ann Womack avoid the proverbial sophomore slump when she reached #1 with his song “A Little Past Little Rock.” Lane also had another hit by Womack with the Top 10 record “Now You See Me (Now You Don’t).” Lane topped the charts again when George Strait took his song “Run” to #1 in 2001. Lane’s powerful song “Letters From Home,” recorded by John Michael Montgomery, garnered considerable press and appreciation from Country music fans and families of armed service officers alike. Recently Lane has had success with the Tim McGraw/Faith Hill duet "I Need You" and the Trace Adkins song "Wanna Feel Something." His song "I Came Here To Live" also appears on the current Trace Adkins album.

Jim Lauderdale

Jim Lauderdale is a multi-talented performer and songwriter, with successes in both country and bluegrass music. His roots stem from the Carolinas, yet his career has taken him all over the United States and abroad, making him an international recording artist with an ever-growing fan base. He is among Nashville's "A" list of songwriters, with songs recorded by artists such as Patty Loveless, Dixie Chicks, Mark Chestnut, Vince Gill, Gary Allen, Blake Shelton, and George Strait.

His latest album, "Bluegrass Diaries" (Yep Roc 2007) is nominated for a Grammy in the "Bluegrass Album of the Year" category. His next album, "Honey Songs" is due out in February, and features an incredible lineup of musicians including James Burton, Gary Tallent, Al Perkins, Glen D. Hardin, Ron Tutt, and many more.

Amy LaVere

Amy LaVere's journey from a small town on the Texas/Louisiana border has taken her far and wide.   Living in Detroit, she fronted the infamous punk band Last Minute while in her teens. The early '90s found her in Nashville, playing upright bass in the popular roots duo The Gabe & Amy Show.   Then after moving to Memphis, Amy released her solo debut This World Is Not My Home in 2006 on Archer Records to instant national acclaim.   This past year, she unveiled another gem, the Jim-Dickinson produced Anchors and Anvils , receiving a nod from the AMA as one of its Emerging Artists of the Year, touring with Frames frontman, Glen Hansard, and playing to captivated audiences from coast to coast.

www.amylavere.com

Shannon Lawson

Shannon Lawson's big, rangy voice and sharp instrumental picking garners rave reviews and enthusiastic fans wherever he performs. Through Lawson's albums (Chase The Sun and the acoustic living room session), he has experimented with different kinds of music. Drawing on his Bluegrass origins and rural Kentucky roots, he's made music that takes advantage of his experiences playing in R&B, Funk and Rock bands. A native of Taylorsville, Kentucky, he formed his own group in high school. Shannon went on to front the acoustic band, The Galoots, where he continued forging Bluegrass earthiness, Soul's immediacy and Rock's dynamics into a style of his own. Today, supported by his friends in the MuzikMafia, Lawson says, "We've got a variety of styles in the MuzikMafia, and it's created somewhat of a renaissance in Country music. We all feed off each other's music, and it opens new opportunities to express ourselves."

James LeBlanc

Over the last 10 years James LeBlanc has fast become one of the hottest songwriters around garnering cuts with Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride, Travis Tritt “Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde”, Joe Diffie, Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Heartland and Cyndi Thompson. In late 2000, James relocated to Muscle Shoals, Alabama, where he has continued to pursue his lifelong music habit. “Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde” garnered James his first top 10 single and an ASCAP award as one of the Most Performed Songs of the Year. At present James has a single climbing the charts on newcomer Gary Nichols. The song titled “Unbroken Ground” is at #35 in Billboard and #16 on “CMT top 20 Countdown”. As an artist James has released a singer/songwriter CD titled, Muscle Shoals City Limits. The album garnered widespread critical acclaim throughout the music industry.

David Lee

David Lee was born in Wichita Falls, Texas.  He made the move to Nashville in 1993 and soon signed his first publishing deal.  His songs have been recorded by Terri Clark, John Michael Montgomery, Mark Wills, and Lee Ann Womack to name a few.  In the summer of 2007 David had three songs on the Billboard chart, including his second #1 hit "Lucky Man" recorded by Montgomery Gentry, 2008 Grammy Nominated Song "I Need You" recorded by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill and "I Wanna Feel Somethin'" recorded by Trace Adkins. 

Jesse Lee

Jesse Lee, Country Music singer/songwriter and Atlantic Records Recording Artist, is finishing up her debut album here in Nashville. Produced by Mark Bright, Paul Worley, and Nathan Chapman, her 2008 debut release promises to be an awesome display of vocal and writing talent with eight of the album's songs penned by Jesse. Jesse is a Warner Chappell writer in Nashville, and has been seen recently writing in London and L.A as well. Performing and songwriting since the age of 10, (now 21)   she has opened for/performed with, Willie Nelson, Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Brooks 'n Dunn, Toby Keith, Gretchen Wilson, Clay Walker, & Tim McGraw ... to name a few. For more of Jesse Lee visit her at: www.MySpace.com/JesseLeeFanClub

Richard Leigh

Richard Leigh is a seven-time nominee in the “Song The Year” category. To date he has won the Grammy award, the Country Music Association award, the Academy of Country Music award, and the Nashville Songwriters Association award for “Song Of The Year”. His songs have made fourteen trips to the Top Ten, and to date he has 8 #1 records to his credit. Some of his songs include: “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” (Crystal Gayle), “Somewhere In My Broken Heart” (Billy Dean), “Cold Day In July” (The Dixie Chicks) and “The Greatest Man I Never Knew” (Reba McEntire) to name a few. He also has had songs recorded by Perry Como, Ray Charles, B.B. King, and Tammy Wynette. To date his songs have sold over 40 million records. In 1994 his peers inducted Mr. Leigh into the Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Currently Leigh is performing around the country and has just released his newest CD “The King Of Cry” available at www.richardleigh.com.

Sonny LeMaire

Sonny LeMaire, former member of the rock turned country group 'Exile' has 13 number one songs and numerous top 10 hits to his credits.   Some of his hits include "Give Me One More Chance", "She's A Miracle", "Super Love", "When She Cries", "What I Did Right", "Beautiful Mess", "She Thinks She Needs Me", and "Fall".   His songs have been recorded by Diamond Rio, Restless Heart, Sons of the Desert, Exile, Clay Walker Reba, Tanya Tucker Andy Griggs and more.

Jeremy Lister

Jeremy Lister hails from the low lands of Mississippi.  Music has always been in his blood as Lister is a part of a very musical family. His grandfather, Bill Shaw. was the high tenor for the Gospel quartet, The Blackwood Brothers.  Stylistically, Lister's music showcases a unique variety of genres meshed together to create a sound all its own.  With a high tenor voice Lister experiments with clever and wide-ranged melodies that create a lasting memory of his songs.

Heather Little

Born and raised in small-town Texas, Heather Little's sound is a mixture of southern rock and country with a little folk and some blues. Her inspiration comes from her life, her family, and simply paying attention.   Her love of music started at a young age when her mother would sing to her. Her lullabies included songs by Janis Joplin, Joan Baez, Heart, Rickie Lee Jones and everything the radio was playing as well. As a child she "made up songs" without realizing she had found her life's passion.   Heather found a home with Carnival Music in 2004 where she continues to create from the heart.

Bill Lloyd

Based in Nashville since 1982, Bill Lloyd found his niche in Nashville’s music community as a songwriter, performer, record-maker, producer and session player. Known for his work in the late 80’s country-rock duo Foster and Lloyd and as a member of The Sky Kings in the 90’s, Lloyd also continues to release solo albums that are critical favorites and regarded as essential listening by fans of “power pop”. Lloyd's most recent solo album was "Back To Even", released in 2004. As a songwriter his songs have been covered by a diverse lot, from Tricia Yearwood (her recent single, "Trying to Love You") to a cut on the upcoming Cheap Trick album due out this Spring ("Rockford").

Michael Logen

Signed to Combustion Music and with the support of co-producers Chris Farren and Joe West (Emmy Lou Harris, Jewel), Michael Logen enters the international spotlight with his stunning debut album, "Things I Failed To Mention".   With the likes of Kyle Cook from Matchbox 20 and Aware artist Mat Kearney taking to the stage with him, 200 community and college radio stations spinning his debut, Twice winner of The London-based "We Are Listening" Singer/Songwriter Awards, and playing sold out shows from LA to NYC to Austin, Michael is also actively writing and producing with other writers and artists in his hometown of Nashville, TN, including Steven Dale Jones, Ashley Gorley and The Warren Bros.   Visit www.michaellogen.com.

Misty Loggins

From the Ryman Auditorium to The Bluebird Café, audiences have fallen in love with Misty Loggins. Averaging over 200 performances a year across the United States, this Hollywood, Georgia farm girl continues to entertain sold-out crowds with her award winning musicianship and dynamic personality. She has shared the stage with many of the Grand Ole Opry's biggest stars while performing at Dollywood and has been featured in several nationwide television performances on ABC, PAX, CBS and FOX.  An honor graduate of Belmont University, Misty has recently signed her first publishing deal with Big Tractor Music Publishing.

Donny Lowery

Donny writes for Extreme Writers Group, a Nashville publishing company run by Jason Houser and Michael Martin as a co-venture with Craig Wiseman’s Big Loud Shirt. Since 1980, Donny has had more than 80 songs recorded by country musics biggest and brightest artists. Donny’s first single, “Old Flame” by Alabama, co-written with Mac McAnally has been included on five of Alabama’s albums (“Feels So Right”, “Alabama’s Greatest Hits”, “41” etc.) and has sold more than 10 million copies. As a number one country hit, it received two ASCAP awards for performances, as well as awards from the Nashville Songwriters Association International, Country Music Association, Music City News, Country America Magazine and the Muscle Shoals Music Association.

Lauren Lucas

Lauren Lucas, a South Carolina native, made her first trip to Nashville to sing on the Grand Ole Opry when she was just eleven years old.   While commuting between Columbia and Nashville, she landed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV and finally made the decision to move to Nashville to attend Belmont University.   Upon graduating from Belmont, Lauren was signed to Warner Bros. Records.   As a songwriter, Lauren has been nominated for a Tony Award for her contribution to the Urban Cowboy score for Broadway, had a song placed in the 2007 film "Americanizing Shelley," and has had her songs cut by several country artists.   You can find her 2007 independently released EP, "If I Was Your Girl," on iTunes or on Lauren's official website, www.laurenlucas.com.

Phil Madeira

A seasoned singer - songwriter, Phil Madeira has been in Nashville for 25 years, and currently writes for Warner Chappell Music.  His songs have been recorded by Allison Krauss, Toby Keith, Keb' Mo', Garth Brooks, Bruce Hornsby & Ricky Skaggs, and The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.  Phil has released 3 solo CDs, and will be recording a new project in 2008. Phil co-writes often with Merrill Farnsworth, Matraca Berg, Wayne Kirkpatrick, Gordon Kennedy, Jimmie  Sloas, and many fine writers. As a musician, Phil has appeared and/or recorded with Elvis Costello, Patty Griffin, Al Green, Buddy and Julie Miller, Dave Matthews, Mavis Staples, and many others.  He is currently a member of Emmylou Harris' band. Phil has 2 teenage daughters who are budding singer - songwriters.

Sarah Majors

The Tennessee native grew up in Kansas playing in bluegrass bands and writing songs. Moving to Nashville in 1991, she soon had her first cut, hit single and title track " Love Lessons " by Tracy Byrd and also her first gold record.   Touring with Canadian superstar Michelle Wright in 1995, her writing success continued with songs co-written with Trace Adkins and The Kinley's among others.   Sarah performed with writing partner Adam Hughes as the duo 12 Feet Tall and from 1997-2003, had record deals with Giant Records and then with Dreamworks . In 2001, Sarah began writing in New York and L.A., teaming up with such diverse artists as Chris Barron of the Spin Doctors, Bill Champlin of Chicago , and Danny Wilde of The Rembrandts .  She got her first pop cut on Jive Records' teen group No Secrets.   In Nashville, there were more cuts by The Kinleys , Michael Peterson , Hometown News , and bluegrass artist Valerie Smith . In 2005, Sarah received another gold record with a cut on Trisha Yearwood's album "Jasper County".    She had singles by Michelle Wright and Rissi Palmer in 2006, and in 2007, her songs were recorded by artists Valerie Smith , Maia Sharp, Hot Apple Pie, Chad Austin, and Matt King.   Sarah will have her first movie credit when her song "Hell's Kitchen" is featured in the 2008 horror film " Terror In The Trailer Park ".

Steve Mandile

San Angelo, TX native Steve Mandile, moved to Nashville in 1987.  He immediately began playing in touring bands for artists including Randy Travis, Faith Hill, Olivia Newton-John, Pam Tillis, Dolly Parton, Lee Greenwood, Steve Wariner and many others.  He has written songs for Tim McGraw, John Michael Montgomery, Mark Wills, Craig Morgan, Phil Vassar, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Sherrie Austin, among others.  He has produced George Canyon, Cliff Richard, Erika Jo, Uptown Girls Movie Soundtrack and others.  He is currently writing and producing a new project with his band Sixwire.

Marcel

Marcel's songs have been recorded by Faith Hill, Rascal Flatts, Diamond Rio, Jessica Andrews and LeAnn Rimes to name a few. In April of 2005, he penned his first #1 single with Josh Gracin's "Nothin' To Lose." Marcel also wrote Josh's upcoming single "Favorite State of Mind."

Amanda martin

A gifted guitar player and songwriter, Amanda is inspired by Dwight Yoakum, Lucinda Williams, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Patty Lovelace, and Elvis Presley.   Amanda's voice has been described as "deeply emotional without being remotely fluffy" and "distinctive, both sweet and just a little bit naughty." Her songwriting commands attention with profound lyrics that are both accessible and without pretension. She opened for Tanya Tucker at the historic Ryman Auditorium in May of 2006 and currently performs regularly on the "Billy Block Show" for which she was nominated as one of the "Best of Locals Only" artists in 2007. In addition, she recently signed endorsements with Dean Markley Strings, as well as Boulder Creek Guitars. She is currently working on a duet entitled "Nothin' That I Wouldn't Do for You" which she co-wrote and recorded with Lee Greenwood. The year 2008 also will see the release of Amanda's song, "Sometimes a Man Takes a Drink" on Trace Adkins' upcoming album.   Visit Amanda's websites @ www.amandamartin.net , and www.myspace.com/amandamartinmusic .

AJ Masters

AJ Masters was raised in Southern California. At age 14 he learned to play bass guitar in his brother's band. Over the next twenty years, he wrote songs and performed throughout the United States. Being both a singer and a songwriter was a very important part of his musical development. AJ signed with an independent record label and within three years had 10 charted singles. He was voted Independent Male Vocalist of the Year, was nominated by the Academy of Country Music for New Male Vocalist and performed on the New Faces Show. AJ has written songs recorded by Faith Hill, The Oak Ridge Boys, Randy Travis, Diamond Rio, John Berry, Gene Watson, Ray Scott, Steve Azar, and Jennifer Hanson.

Dennis Matkosky

Dennis Matkosky's prolific songwriting discography has earned him everlasting respect among his peers.  Dennis' hits include the mega-hit, Grammy-winning, Oscar-nominated #1 Pop single "Maniac" (from the movie Flashdance), which was #1 in 18 countries and has sold 15 million records.  Other notable songs on Dennis' resume include "You’ll Think Of Me" by Keith Urban, “I Need You" by LeAnn Rimes, "Mirror Mirror" by Diana Ross, "Heart of Mine" by Boz Scaggs and "We've Saved The Best For Last" by Smokey Robinson and Kenny G.  Dennis also has cuts by Rascal Flatts, Clay Aiken and Reba McEntire, as well as an Adult Contemporary song called "Change," sung by 2003 American Idol finalist Kimberley Locke.

Jason Mathews

Jason Matthews grew up in Harrells Store, North Carolina, where, at age fifteen, he became obsessed with writing and singing songs. In the mid 1990s, one of his demo tapes attracted the attention of WRFX disc jockey Macon in Charlotte, who put him in touch with Sandy Pinkard (of musical comedy duo Pinkard & Bowden), who urged Matthews to quit his day job as an English teacher and relocate to Nashville to pursue his dream. He has since had his songs cut by Julie Roberts and Trace Adkins ("Break Down Here"), Travis Tritt ("Honky Tonk History"), Kevin Denney ("That's Just Jesse"), Tammy Cochran ("Life Happened"), and many more. In 2006 he had his first Number One with Billy Currington's version of "Must Be Doin' Something Right," which became the  most played country song in America that year, and which earned Matthews the coveted Music Row Break Through Writer award. With his first release as an artist, "That's What Mamas Do," Jason is ready to sing his own songs to the world.

Trey Matthews

One thing has never changed for Trey Matthews since retiring his baseball bat . . . he still wants hits. He was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas, where he dreamed of someday playing Major League baseball. Following a high school career that saw him earn all state and honorable mention All American honors, he went on to play college ball at Alvin Co. College where he was actually recruited by Nolan Ryan himself. At Alvin he was an all conference performer before finishing off his college career at Southwest Texas St. University, receiving all Southland Conference accolades there. When his baseball career ended in 1990, Trey began his quest for the other kind of hits. With help from David Chamberlain, Matthews got his first publishing deal with the legendary Buddy Killen in the Summer of 1997. While there he had songs recorded by Ty Herndon and Daryle Singletary. In 2000 he signed with Harold Shedd for Spark Entertainment. While there he had 4 songs recorded on Mark McGuinn’s record-breaking debut album along with cuts by Mike Walker, South Sixty-Five and The Wilkinsons. In April 2003 Trey signed a publishing deal with HoriPro Entertainment. While there he had 8 more songs recorded including Andy Griggs, David Nail, 4 on Cole Deggs and the Lonesome debut release on Sony Records (including the bands soon to be released second single "Girl Next Door") and 2 with Tracy Byrd. Byrd’s first single "Cheapest Motel" off his Different Things CD was co-written by Matthews. Trey currently writes for Sony ATV Music Publishing and looks forward to even bigger and better things.

Terry McBride

In 1989 Terry traveled to Nashville and the songs he had been writing found their way to MCA president Tony Brown, who would later go on to sign Terry to a recording deal with the label. The group McBride & The Ride was formed and racked up several top five singles over the next few years including "Sacred Ground" a # 1 single in '92. McBride also received two million air awards for his writing credits on "Just One Night" and "Going Out Of My Mind". After the band broke up,   Terry began to focus most of his attention on song writing and soon started getting cuts by other artists, such as George Strait, Reba McEntire, Kenny Rogers, Josh Gracin, John Anderson, Ricky Van Shelton, David Ball, Wade Hayes, George Ducas, Jack Ingram, and Rosie Flores. Terry has had 20 songs recorded by Brooks & Dunn, including eight singles, four number one songs and three top five singles. Terry also has ten BMI awards and five million airplay awards to his credit. Terry co-wrote American Idol finalist Josh Gracin's latest top 5 single "Stay With Me / Brass Bed". Terry and Ronnie Dunn co-wrote the #1 single "Play Something Country" from "Hillbilly Deluxe" It was the fastest climbing single ever for the multi platinum duo.   Terry and Ronnie also had the Top 5 hit entitled "Proud Of The House We Built".

Lisa McCallum

In September 2005, Lisa McCallum moved from her hometown of Oakville, Ontario, Canada to Nashville to pursue her dream of becoming an artist. While submerging herself into the songwriting community, Lisa ran across the Website of Murrah Music Corporation and decided to send a letter of inquiry to Lissa Murrah, one the company's vice presidents. Being intrigued by the uniquely written letter, Murrah brought the young writer to the attention of company vice president, creative, Dan Hodges. Hodges began meeting with Lisa and in a matter of a three months was instrumental in her being signed to Murrah Music Group's ASCAP affiliate, Castle Street Music, Inc. Her ambition, determination, and natural ability will no doubt take her all the way.

www.lisamccallum.com

Erin McCarley

bio coming soon

Steven McClintock

Recent accolades include 2007 Grand Prize winner of the International Acoustic Music Awards, winner of the 2007 New Music Award for Best New AAA Artist, Best Acoustic Male Vocalist of the Year for LA Music Awards 2007, and Best Acoustic Group for the Orange County Music Awards. Steven's love of music has long been reflected in performance as well as songwriting. He's sung background vocals with many artists, such as Phil Collins, Carlene Carter, Tiffany, Elvira, John Jorgenson of the Desert Rose Band, Jeff Pearson, Victoria Shaw, Alex Harvey, Rob Crosby, Gene Watson, Don Williams, The Nelsons, Paul Jefferson, and Mark Collie. In addition to these live and television performances, you may have heard him without even knowing it, as he's sung in over 200 commercial jingles for radio and television. Steven is a member of NSAI, NARAS, AIMP, and NARIP as well as on the board for the newly formed California Songwriter Association.

Sean McConnell

1. I write songs and perform them for a living and some people seem to dig it (I think that's pretty cool)

2. My favorite Ninja Turtle is Donnatello (I bet yours is Michelangelo)

3. I write for Warner Chappell Publishing

4. I always say that I sound like If David Wilcox and Patty Griffin went on a double date with Jonny Lang and Shawn Colvin

5. Every single time I go to Taco Bell I buy two Cheesy Gordita Crunches and a grilled stuffed Burrito

6. When I write songs, I like to focus on the fact that we are all the same and we are all just searching for answers and trying to make sense of everything. It's about exploring life and celebrating truth when you find it

www.myspace.com/seanmcconnell

Jim McCormick

A rich baritone and lyrics from the heart frame Jim McCormick’s Country music. His songs have been recorded by Anders Osborne, Mulebone, Theresa Anderson, Kim Carson, the Bingemen (of which he was lead singer throughout most of the '90s), and the Swinging Haymakers. The New Orleans native's songs have also been featured in film and television productions.

Megan McCormick

A lot of people recognize Megan McCormick from her work as guitarist with the everybodyfields. Now Megan has gone off in a long deserved new direction with her own band highlighting not only her often flashy guitar work but a highly creative level of songwriting coupled with her gorgeous and distinctive vocals.

Bill McCorvey

A former member of the Pirates of the Mississippi, Billy has his own list of accolades.   The group was ACM "New Group or Duo of the Year."   (1990)   He celebrated a number hits with the group (writes or co-writes) including "Fighting For You," Rollin' Home," "Till I'm Holding You Again," "A Street Man Named Desire,"   "Speak of the Devil" and the song that made the name Billy McCorvey famous, "Feed Jake."(didn't write Feed Jake, just sang it) Billy's friends in music applaud his song craftsmanship; Montgomery Gentry recorded a Bill McCorvey signature tune entitled "Lonely and Gone."It was their first top 5 single. Billy is no stranger to a stadium, arena, amphitheater, club, honky tonk or songwriter's listening room.

www.buffalorome.com

Richie McDonald

As the lead vocalist for the award-winning Country group Lonestar, Richie McDonald’s warm, evocative voice was the driving force behind many of the band's chart-topping hits. An award-winning songwriter, McDonald penned many of the group's best-known tunes (“ Everything's Changed,” "I'm Already There," “ Let's Be Us Again,” “ Let Them Be Little,” “ Mountains,” “My Front Porch Looking In,” "Mr. Mom,” “ That Used To Be Us”), as well as writing songs for Billy Dean, Heartland, Clay Walker and Sara Evans. In addition to his musical endeavors, McDonald is well known for his support of numerous charitable causes including St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, Feed the Children, the Minnie Pearl Cancer Center and the Children’s Miracle Network. In 2007, McDonald decided to make a change and announced he was leaving Lonestar. Now on the brink of an exciting new solo career, McDonald is fulfilling a lifelong dream with the release of I Turn To You, an inspirational album that provides the Texas native a platform to share his beliefs and celebrate his faith. “I’ve always wanted to do this kind of album. I just thought it was time,” says McDonald, who wrote or co-wrote all but two songs on the project. “I just feel like I’m doing music that really makes a difference. I’m doing what I’m supposed to be doing now and it feels right in my heart.”

Pat McLaughlin

Pat McLaughlin’s music will tell you that there are few as poignant, or as smart or as funky as he is, and that he obviously draws his creativity from a very private, personal well. Most of us think, in fact, that McLaughlin’s groove-power borders on the mystical. Just listen to his latest release, Next Five Miles, and you’ll understand. Part John Prine — with whom he writes — part Van Morrison, part Stevie Ray Vaughn, yet wholly, unequivocally Pat McLaughlin, Next Five Miles is grown-up, literate soul/pop/cool. Besides being a revered under-the-radar artist, he’s also a heralded songwriter with about 40 cuts. Not bad for a guy who doesn’t really do the Nashville songwriting thing. Delbert McClinton and Tanya Tucker had a hit with “Tell Me About It.” Steve Wariner had a #1 with “Lynda,” and Texafornian Gary Allan recently took McLaughlin’s “Songs About Rain” into the Top 5. Alan Jackson cut “It’s Alright To Be A Redneck,” and, just to show how deep is his soul, McLaughlin has even been covered by Blues icon Taj Mahal.

Kim McLean

Kim McLean is a Dove Award winning songwriter with over 200 songs recorded by artists like Tim McGraw, Trisha Yearwood, Billy Gilman, The Martins, Lordsong, Vestal Goodman, Lee Ann Womack, and more.  Her music has been heard on ABC's Hope & Faith, CBS' JAG, and NBC's West Wing.  Kim is also the composer of the International Quadrennial Theme for Missions for the Nazarene Church, the composer of the theme for the national Come To The Fire Women's Conferences, and the theme composer for radio shows like The Real Life Minute and Country Spirit heard nationally.  Kim McLean and Devon O'Day opened Hippie Chick Twang Records and Hippie Chick Twang Media in 2003.  Kim McLean has endorsement deals with Taylor Guitars, D'Addario Strings, and Gibson's new Vixen electric guitar for women.  www.KimMcLean.com

Dana McVicker

Dana McVicker is an in demand session vocalist as well as an accomplished songwriter now writing for HoriPro Music Publishing. As a former artist on Capitol Records Dana recorded 3 albums as well as singing on innumerable demo sessions and record dates. Along with Marc Alan Barnette,Vicky Carrico and Jimbeau Hinson Dana lends her vocals and songs to the all original band “Volcano of Soul” and the results are truly magical.

Georgia Middleman

Georgia Middleman was raised in San Antonio, Texas, and received a BFA in Acting from New York University. After moving to Nashville, TN to pursue songwriting, she eventually landed a staff writer position at PolyGram Music and a recording contract with Giant Records. Her debut album Endless Possibilities was released in 2001, followed by Unchanged in 2004 which Georgia released on her own independent label. Georgia’s songs can be heard on the albums of Faith Hill,
Martina McBride, Terri Clark, Joe Nichols, Tracy Lawrence and many others. Georgia currently writes for Green Hills Music Group.

Gavin Mikhail

With over 150,000 fans on MySpace, sales in excess of 10,000 cd's and 40,000 downloads internationally, and an extensive resume of songs featured in film and television, Gavin Mikhail is a shining example of the modern-day independent artist.   At the heart of his appeal is a lyrical honesty and devotion to his fans seldom found in today's mainstream musical landscape.   As testament to this artist-fan connection, in November 2007, out of 1,700 artists entered in the SSL/Eventful/Tunecore 'Lay It Down - Mix It Up In The UK' Contest, Gavin took first place, winning by over 13,000 votes.   Having won, he traveled to Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios to begin recording his 3rd studio album (release: Summer 2008).   Sure to please fans and critics alike, the album will once again showcase his poignant lyrics, true musicianship, and further set him apart in the ever-burgeoning piano-rock genre.

Lance Miller

“I sing like I sing,” proclaims Lance Miller. Those would be considered humble words by anyone who has happened to hear the Fairfield, Illinois, native sing. Lance is a singer’s singer who came through the ranks of Music Row writing and singing demos. When he first came to Music City he knew exactly who he was as a performer, but the more demos he sang the further away from that he got. “Nashville Star reminded me of what it meant to be an artist,” explains Lance. Working his way through a season of Nashville Star, performing and building a national fan base as a weekly favorite among viewers, reminded Lance of what he had left behind as an artist. Though he didn’t walk away with that season’s trophy, he found a larger prize – himself. Working with the Warren Brothers (Brad and Brett) and record executive Tracy Gershon, who happened to be judges that season on the USA Network series, he got back to the artist that arrived in Nashville. Shortly after Nashville Star ended, “his” voice blew away Music Row execs at an Exit/In show in Nashville. There was something different with his performance that night. He stood center stage with an attitude and the confidence of someone who knew who he was – and this time, people listened. Tracy Gershon explains, “If THAT guy had shown up on Nashville Star, he would have won the show.” But what he won was even bigger. “That guy” had a handful of songs (the poetic George Jones & Jesus among them), the Warren Brothers were ready to produce a record and Gershon was in a position at Warner Bros. Records to offer Lance a deal. “The Warren Brothers reminded me of why I came to town,” says Lance. “They took me to a place that I couldn’t have gone without them.”

Lee Miller

Since moving to Nashville in 1991, Lee has had #1 singles with Terri Clark's "I Just Wanna Be Mad" , Joe Nichols' "The Impossible" (2003 Grammy Nomination for Country Song of the Year) and Brad Paisley's "The World" . Lee co-wrote Trace Adkins current single  "You're Gonna Miss This" as well as Brad Paisley's current single "I'm Still A Guy" . Lee's other songwriting credits include cuts by Tim McGraw, Craig Morgan, Billy Currington, John Michael Montgomery, The Wreckers, Sammy Kershaw, Blackhawk, Mark Wills, Andy Griggs, Tracy Byrd, Tracy Lawrence, Randy Travis, Rhett Akins, Chris Young and Blue County. As a record producer he has produced Curb artist Steve Holy for the past 3 years including the 2006 #1 single, "Brand New Girlfriend".

Clay Mills

A notable songwriter and record producer, Clay Mills has had over 30 songs and 5 singles recorded by such country superstars as Reba McIntire, Trisha Yearwood, Diamond Rio, Little Big Town and Emerson Drive. Clay celebrated a No. 1 Grammy-nominated single, Diamond Rio's "Beautiful Mess" (which stayed on the charts for a record-tying 49 weeks) and a Top 5 single, "She Thinks She Needs Me" by Andy Griggs. Clay had Danielle Peck's debut single "I Don't" on Big Machine Records.   Most recently Mills has had the title track to Trisha Yearwood's new cd on Big Machine, "Heaven, Heartache, and the Power of Love" and Clay Walker's Top 5 hit "Fall".   "Fall" is also the next single for Pop-A/C artist Kimberley Locke.   He has cuts on the upcoming Darius Rucker cd and the upcoming Lady Antebellum cd both on Capital records.     Across 20 years in the business, Clay has also written, produced, played and sung on television and radio commercials for the Armed Forces, Red Lobster and other corporations.

Wendell Mobley

A Warner Chappell singer-songwriter from Celina, Ohio. Some cuts: Montgomery Gentry, Alabama, Rascal Flatts, John Michael Montgomery, Carrie Underwood, Julianne Hough, Jason Aldean, Trisha Yearwood, Edwin McCain, Kenny Chesney, Pat Green... on and on and on! Some Songs: "I Melt", "There Goes My Life", "Fast Cars and Freedom", "How Forever Feels", "Way Back Texas", "We Can't Love Like This Anymore", "She Ain't Right", "Take Me There".... On and on. 23 weeks at number one! Over 50 million records sold!

Ashley Monroe

At age 21 Ashley Monroe is already an “Old Soul”. She’s been through enough highs and lows to rival any young artist/writer and you can hear it in her music. Raised in East Tennessee, and related to country music icons Carl Smith and the Carter family, Ashley set her sights high at an early age. When her father and mentor passed away unexpectedly at age 12, she moved with her mom to Nashville to follow her dream of writing and singing country music. Now, with recent cuts by Nora Jones and Carrie Underwood, a number one video of her own on CMT, and regular appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, it’s starting to look a lot like a dream come true!

Billy Montana

Billy Montana has achieved two #1 country records, Sara Evans’ “ Suds In The Bucket” (2004) and JoDee Messina’s " Bring On The Rain" (2002). " Bring On The Rain" was nominated for awards by both NARAS (Grammy’s) and the Country Music Association and reached #6 on the A/C chart. It appeared on the Country and A/C Charts for a combined total of 66 weeks! “ Suds In The Bucket” was the most played female country song of 2004. Montana also has a cut on the 2006 Martina McBride RCA Records release. In 1996, Billy was signed to Warner Brothers and his first release No Yesterday was critically acclaimed by such publications as USA Today, Music Row and Billboard. Billy’s songs have recurring themes of faith, love and rural life. Many prominent artists including Tim McGraw, Pat Green, JoDee Messina, Sara Evans, Blake Shelton, Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill, Sister Hazel, Steve Holy, Kenny Rogers and LeAnn Womack have recorded his songs .

Geoff Moore

Possessing little more than a deep, gravelly voice and a three-song demo produced by a childhood friend, avid outdoorsman Geoff Moore left the comfort of his Michigan home and the security of the family business to pursue the long-shot of making it in Nashville's music industry.  Now, 22 years and 16 albums later, he can look back knowing he made the right choice, hearing God's voice through the clamor of life.  While most of his career has been spent recording and touring with his band, The Distance, Geoff decided to go the solo route in the late '90s, returning to his earliest roots in music.  These days, Geoff's music still has rock sensibilities, but it's more acoustic based.  With his latest effort, Speak To Me, Geoff marries those long-held acoustic leanings with a theme birthed from his own perceptive insights into modern life.

Dennis Morgan

Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Famer Dennis Morgan is one of the most successful songwriters in Nashville history. With 52 BMI Awards and 17 Million-aire Performance awards to his name for songs such as “Smoky Mountain Rain,” “I Wouldn’t Have Missed It For The World,” “She Keeps The Home Fires Burning” by Ronnie Milsap, “I Knew You Were Waiting For me,” by George Michaels and Aretha Franklin, “My Heart Can’t Tell You No,” by Rod Stewart,” “Let Me Let Go” by Faith Hill, and hundreds of others around the world. His songs have been recorded by arstists as diverse as Fleetwood Mac, Joe Cocker, Climie Fisher, Delbert McClinton, Willie Dixon, Tina Turner, Jonny Lang, and the list goes on and on! Dennis is one of the first to own and operate his own publishing company, Little Shop of Morgansongs, setting a standard for many to come. He has been on the row for 35 years and his “Little Shop” is 23 years old this year!

Tony Mullins

Tony Mullins moved to Nashville from a small town in Virginia during the summer of 1992. About a year later, he signed an exclusive writing contract with Byron Gallimore and his publishing company, Song Garden Music. During his time there, Tony had cuts with numerous artists including Tim McGraw, Clay Walker, John Michael Montgomery and Lonestar. Kenny Chesney’s version of Mullins’ “How Forever Feels” was on the Billboard charts for thirty-two weeks, including six weeks at number one. Tony recently found a new home with Universal Music Publishing Group where he continues to write and produce his own creations. His recent success includes the Ricky Skaggs recording of “Love Does It Everytime,” found on the 2005 Grammy winning Bluegrass album Brand New Strings. Tony’s song “Little Bit Of Life” is currently climbing the country singles charts as the current single from Craig Morgan.

Roger Murrah

A member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, with hit songs spanning three decades, dozens of airplay and achievement awards, Roger Murrah is one of Nashville's most successful and respected songwriters. The Athens, Ala., native moved to Nashville in 1972 and within the next few years had hits with Mel Tillis’ “Southern Rains,” Conway Twitty’s “A Bridge That Just Won’t Burn,” Steve Wariner’s “Life’s Highway” and the Oak Ridge Boys’ “Ozark Mountain Jubilee.” In 1981, Al Jarreau recorded Roger's international pop hit “We’re In This Love Together," which led the way for other '80s hits, including Lee Greenwood's “Hearts Aren’t Made to Break (They’re Made To Love)" and three Oak Ridge Boys’ singles – “It Takes A Little Rain (To Make Love Grow)”, “Crazy Love” and “Bridges And Walls.” During that time, Roger broke new ground by co-writing with Waylon Jennings, the late singer’s life story, A Man Called Hoss. The Jennings audio-biography yielded two more hits – “Rough and Rowdy Days” and “If Ole Hank Could Only See Us Now.” The '90s yielded more hits from Roger's catalog, including Travis Tritt's “Where Corn Don’t Grow," Alabama's “I’m In A Hurry (And Don’t Know Why)”, “Southern Star” and “High Cotton”, Ronnie Milsap’s “Stranger Things Have Happened” and many more. In 1990, Roger formed Murrah Music Corporation and the company soon became a Billboard Independent Publisher of the Year. A BMI Songwriter of the Year and Songwriter of the Decade, he has served on the boards of the Nashville Songwriters Association International, the Country Music Association and the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences. An alumnus of Leadership Music, Roger was also a three-time governor's appointee to the Tennessee Film, Entertainment and Music Commission Advisory Council. He currently serves as chairman of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Foundation.

Frank J. Myers

Singer/Songwriter/Producer Frank J. Myers moved to Nashville in 1981. In the 15 years since he has accumulated ninety-one cuts by major artists, including 11 number one hits. Frank won a Grammy for his crossover smash hit “I Swear”. His other accolades include ACM, NSAI, Billboard, ASCAP and BMI awards for a list of songs that includes “You And I”, “I'm Already There” and “My Front Porch Looking In”. Frank’s performance history includes playing lead guitar for Eddy Raven, Marie Osmond and the ACM nominated duo, Baker and Myers.

Mark Narmore

Currently,Mark is signed with Noble Vision Music Group which is owned by longtime Atlanta and Music Row publisher and record company owner, Hal Oven. Narmore's first cousin Spooner Oldham sparked his interest in music at an early age. Mark grew up in Church, playing organ, piano and singing, and this bluesy, gospel, Muscle Shoals style has proved to be a bedrock in his writing and performing.
Mark has had sixty plus cuts in his twenty two years of writing, including hits with "The Moon Over Georgia"-Shenandoah, "Like There Ain't No Yesterday"-Blackhawk and "That's What I Love About Sunday"-Craig Morgan. Mark has had numerous cuts on Josh Turner including "The Way He Was Raised" ,co-written with Josh Turner and Bobby Tomberlin, and appearing on Josh's "Everything Is Fine" CD.
Mark's website is www.marknarmore.com and www.myspace.com/marknarmore..

Dan navarro

For over 20 years, Dan Navarro has been a musical triple threat -- a hit songwriter for diverse artists   like Pat Benatar ("We Belong"), The Bangles, Dave Edmunds, The Temptations and Dionne Warwick; a recording and touring artist with longtime collaborator Eric Lowen in Lowen & Navarro, with 10 albums including "Walking On a Wire", "Broken Moon" and "All The Time In The World"; and a singer in major films ("Happy Feet", "Ice Age 2"), television ("Prison Break", "Studio 60"), hit albums (Neil Young, Luis Miguel) and countless commercials. A tireless activist, Dan is President of the Folk Alliance, on the National Board of AFTRA and an Advisory Trustee to the ALS Association's Los Angeles Chapter.   He's the proud father of an 11-year-old son, Joseph, and a known abuser of acoustic guitars.

wood newton

An Arkansas native, Wood's songwriting credits include "Riding With Private Malone" by David Ball, "Bobbie Sue" by the Oak Ridge Boys, "Twenty Years Ago" by Kenny Rogers, "Midnight Hauler" by Razzy Bailey, "What I Didn't Do" by Steve Wariner (also recorded by George Jones), "I Want Everyone To Cry" by Restless Heart and "All Together Now" by Alabama (for the Grammy-winning children's album Follow That Bird). Wood has made four visits to Washington, D.C., in the past three years to meet with members of Congress about copyright protection and recently testified before Congress.

Gary Nicholson

Gary Nicholson hails from Garland, TX, where he played guitar in various bands beginning at the age of 14.  After pursuing a degree in music at North Texas State University, Nicholson moved to LA, and began his recording career with two albums of his own songs. His band included current Warner Bros. Record's President Jim Ed Norman on piano, who would later invite Nicholson to Nashville to write songs for his publishing company. In 1983, Nicholson signed with Sony/ATV/Tree publishing and was a staff writer for 15 years. He has participated in songwriting trips to Romania, Bali, Ireland, and Cuba with other well-known songwriters as part of Music Bridges, a cultural exchange with musicians of those countries. His songs have appeared in the movies Urban Cowboy, Major League, City of Hope, Message in a Bottle, Happy Texas, Where the Heart Is and Serving Sara. He has earned 26 ASCAP awards as a songwriter and publisher, and has taught songwriting workshops for ASCAP and Berklee School of Music.

Paul Nielsen

Born in Los Angeles, Paul Nielsen began writing songs at age seven after his dad showed him a few chords on the family ukulele.   By seventeen, he was performing in popular cover bands and duos in the LA area.   Paul moved to Nashville in 2003 to pursue songwriting in earnest, and shortly thereafter he signed on with Americana Entertainment.   He has had several independent cuts.     Paul performs regularly at songwriter venues, including the Bluebird Café, and has been a feature at songwriter showcases.   In 2005, Paul released his first independent CD, "Trust the Water," which has received universally high praise. He is also an accomplished guitarist, often seen accompanying artists in showcases and on radio tours.

Alan O'Day

Alan O’Day is the writer and artist of the #1 song "Undercover Angel"; the writer of Helen Reddy's #1 "Angie Baby", co-writer of the Righteous Brothers' "Rock 'n' Roll Heaven"; co-writer of songs for Jim Henson's Emmy-winning animated CBS TV show "Muppet Babies" (8 seasons); co-writer of songs for National Geographic's million-selling "Really Wild Animals" children's videos. His songs have been recorded by Cher, Olivia Newton-John, Anne Murray, Three Dog Night, Ray Price, John Kay, Johnny Mathis, 5th Dimension, Tom Jones, Peggy Lee, Nancy Wilson, John Travolta, Dusty Springfield, Bobby Sherman, and many more.

Devon O'Day

Devon O'Day is a broadcast veteran heard on over a hundred stations each week with her nationally syndicated Country Hitmakers and locally heard Country Spirit on WSIX.  She has had songs recorded by George Strait, Hank Williams, Jr., Trace Adkins, Ray Stevens, Neal McCoy, Lee Ann Womack, and Kim McLean.  Her book, "My Angels Wear Fur" is in it's sixth printing through Thomas Nelson Publishers, with a new nationally released title, "Goodbye My Friend", a book/cd project she wrote with Kim McLean in stores now.  Devon has created an internet radio station at www.Live365.com called The Hippie Chick Twang Cast which features positive music by and for women, including but not limited to artists from Hippie Chick Twang Records.  www.devonoday.com

Phil O'Donnell

Phil O'Donnell, a Canada native, made his first trip to Nashville in 1983 and began developing his skills as a songwriter.   Officially making the move in 1994, O'Donnell has also worked as a musician, playing guitar with many artists including Craig Morgan, Kevin Denney, Johnny Lee, and Sherrie Austin.   O'Donnell's songwriting credits include "I Got You" (Craig Morgan), "I'll Try Anything" (Amber Dotson), "Tougher Than Nails" (Joe Diffie), and most recently, Clay Walker's "Fore She Was Mama." In addition to having a successful career as a songwriter, O'Donnell also serves as producer for artists such as Craig Morgan, Sherrie Austin, Justin McBride, Jesse Lee and Jason Blaine.   "Rock in My Boot," which Jason Blaine co-wrote with Phil and Noah Gordon, recently topped the CMT Canada chart.    Among his many production credits is the six-week #1 country hit, "That's What I Love About Sunday" (Craig Morgan), which was the most played country song of 2005.  

One Flew South

They're called One Flew South, but Royal Reed, Chris Roberts and Eddie Bush, whose debut album is aptly titled Last of the Good Guys, actually had to fly north to launch their career. The Nashville-based trio's vocal sound fit in perfectly with the progressive thinkers at Decca/Universal Records, in whose New York offices they auditioned. The result was instant signing—both to a recording contract and song publishing deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing. But One Flew South is no overnight success. Rather, the three vocalist-songwriters have been involved in show business for years prior to hitting upon a perfect combination--and actualizing a long-held notion of a band starring three superbly matched vocalists. "From the first moment the three of us sang together it felt like home," said Chris. "There was something about the way that we all came together," added Royal. "Musically it all just fell into place." It just felt right."

Gwil Owen

Born in Syracuse, N.Y., Gwil grew up in the small town of Granville, Ohio.  He started playing guitar in the early '70s and was soon putting together bands.  After a brief stay at Antioch College in the late '70s, Gwil hitchhiked around the country with his guitar.  Following a year in Boston playing in a skinny-tie New Wave band called The Detonators with old friend Jeff Finlin, the two decided to give Nashville a try and relocated in 1983.  They put together The Thieves and released one album on Bug/Capitol Records in 1988 - the critically acclaimed Seduced by Money.  The band broke up soon after, and Gwil's focus soon turned to songwriting.  Toni Price was the first to record Gwil’s songs.  Since 1994 she has recorded more than 30 Gwil Owen songs, and “Tumbleweed” was honored as song of the year at the 1995 Austin Music Awards.  In 1999 Gwil and Allison Moorer received an Academy Award nomination for “A Soft Place To Fall,” which was featured in the film The Horse Whisperer.  The Gwil Owen/Kevin Gordon collaboration “Deuce And A Quarter” was recorded by Keith Richards & Levon Helm on All The King’s Men.  Their songs have also been cut by Irma Thomas and Sonny Burgess.

Tebey Ottoh

RCA Nashville leapt at the opportunity to sign him to a major record deal when he was just 16 years old. By 17 he was a staff writer at Warner Chappell Music Nashville. His single "We Shook Hands (Man to Man)" a poignant tribute from a man to his father, garnered him a Canadian Radio Music Award nomination for Best New Male Country Artist. This was followed with an offer to star in a 1 hour CMT Music Special documenting his life. With cameras following him everywhere during his teenage years, the TV documentary captured everything from his work with Bob Rock (famed producer who has worked with Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, Metallica, Aerosmith, and Cher) to Tebey's journey of self discovery. As a songwriter Tebey is responsible for the #1 single "Run" by Canadian Idol runner-up Rex Goudie (Sony/BMG), whose album is certified platinum, and #1 single "Let's Go" by Shawn Desman (Uomo/Sony BMG). "Radio" - a song co-penned with Big & Rich for their new '07 album "Between Raising Hell and Amazing Grace" (Warner Bros Nashville, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Country Charts).   He's also written songs for 2005 Canadian Idol Winner Melissa O'Neil's debut album (also certified platinum), Universal Music's Cory Lee, and Dreamworks country music artist Emerson Drive. Tebey is based in Nashville, but continues to travel between Stockholm, Toronto and Los Angeles writing songs for various artists and projects.

David Pack

David Pack was the lead singer, guitarist and writer for legendary rock group Ambrosia.  Today he is a respected solo artist as well as a Grammy-winning record producer.  Pack wrote Ambrosia’s Gold #1 CHR singles “How Much I Feel” and “Biggest Part of Me” as well as the #1 CHR hit “All I Need” performed by Jack Wagner.  Pack’s writing credits also include “All the Pretty Ponies” with Kenny Loggins.

Rissi Palmer

Rissi Palmer may be a newcomer to the county charts, but she's not new to Nashville or performing. She got her first Nashville publishing deal when she was 19 years old and has since played a lot of the city's famous clubs, including Tootsie's and the Wildhorse Saloon. She truly comes to the table with the combination of talent, passion and experience, which have brought her to the forefront among today's hottest country music talent. Palmer' self-titled debut was released on 1720 Entertainment in October, and features nine songs that she co-wrote, including her new single, "Hold On To Me," and "Country Girl" that cracked the Top 40 earlier this year. www.rissipalmer.com