Cameron Bedell Signs With Electric Feel Entertainment
Pictured (L-R): Austin Rosen (CEO & Founder, Electric Feel), Cameron Bedell and John Bradley (Country A&R, Electric Feel). Photo: Callie Mangrum
Singer-songwriter and producer Cameron Bedell has inked with Electric Feel Entertainment, joining the company’s Nashville roster.
Based in Music City, Bedell is originally from Kansas and is credited for his genre-bending, vulnerable songwriting. He is a graduate of Belmont University, and first gained popularity when he was a contestant on season 14 of American Idol. He also went viral for his covers of Julia Michaels’ “Issues” and The Weeknd’s “Earned It.”
Bedell’s writing credits include Jimmie Allen, Hailey Whitters, Chris Lane, Josh Ross, Dylan Scott, Lauren Alaina, among many others. He co-penned the two week No. 1 hit “Down Home” recorded by Allen and the top 4o tune “I’m In Love” recorded by Whitters. Bedell’s co-written “Breakups,” recorded by Seaforth, is also certified Gold. On the production side, he frequently collaborates with Tiera Kennedy and others.
“I’m so pumped to be at EF,” says Bedell. “The opportunities here are endless and I’ve always felt like I had more to offer. The team here is awesome and I already feel at home!”
SMACKSongs Elevates Sam Sarno To Senior Creative Director Of Publishing
Sam Sarno.
SMACKSongs has elevated Sam Sarno to Senior Creative Director of Publishing.
In her new role, Sarno will continue her work with SMACK’s current roster while also focusing on signing and developing new talent. During her time with the company, she has worked alongside Lalo Guzman, Josh Dorr and Johnny Clawson as each earned their first No. 1 over the last year.
“Watching Sam go from the front desk to one of the best publishers in the music business has been a highlight of my career,” shares Lee Krabel, Sr. VP of Publishing. “This promotion is a direct result of her work ethic and dedication to the writers at SMACK. We are proud to have her as a part of the team!”
“I’m incredibly thankful to keep growing within a company that means so much to me. Lee, Robin, and Robert have believed in me from the start, and I’m so grateful for their trust and guidance,” adds Sarno. “It’s been amazing watching our writers flourish, and I’m honored to keep building something special with them and this team!”
Shane Barrett Music Celebrates 15 Years In Business
Shane Barrett
Shane Barrett Music, an independent songplugging and music consulting company, is celebrating its 15th anniversary.
Founded by longtime industry veteran Barrett in 2010, the company has secured over 500 cuts for a variety of publisher and songwriter clients by artists including Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Trisha Yearwood, Craig Morgan, Wynonna, Brett Young, Jo Dee Messina, Shenandoah, Gretchen Wilson, Little River Band, Ian Flanigan and many others.
Prior to forming the company, Barrett served as Senior Manager of A&R during the Tony Brown era at MCA Records Nashville, followed by five years as Nashville Creative Director for ole’ (now Anthem Entertainment).