Music News (09/18/24)

Tape Room Music Marks 50th No. 1 With Hunter Phelps’ ‘Chevrolet’

Tape Room Music has celebrated its 50th No. 1 hit with “Chevrolet,” which topped the charts at country radio and was co-written by the company’s Hunter Phelps.

Phelps signed with Tape Room Music in 2014, and “Chevrolet” marks his 11th No. 1 single, following recent hits with Nate Smith’s “Bulletproof” and Kenny Chesney’s “Take Her Home.” The company’s 50 No. 1 singles are in addition to founder Ashley Gorley’s over 75 chart-topping tracks.

“Getting a No. 1 song is an absolute miracle,” shares Tape Room Music President Blain Rhodes. “So to be celebrating 50 of them is surreal and speaks to the endless talent and work ethic of our amazing roster. We are so thankful for our publishing and label partners, and especially our friends at country radio.”

Tape Room writers have been awarded and nominated for Grammys, ACM, CMA and MusicRow Awards. Among the company’s additional No. 1s are hits like “Buy Dirt” (Matt Jenkins), “House Party” and “Body Like A Back Road” (Zach Crowell), “Do I Make You Wanna” (Jerry Flowers, Jenkins, Crowell) and “Wait In The Truck” (Phelps).

The Tape Room writers roster includes Crowell, Phelps, Will Weatherly, Brad Clawson, Ben Johnson, Jordan Rowe, Taylor Phillips, Wyatt McCubbin, Savana Santos, Beau Bailey, Casey Brown, Andy Sheridan, Ned Cameron and Ben Williams.

Jon Decious Signs With Reservoir & One Riot

Pictured (L–R): Reservoir’s John Ozier, One Riot’s Halle Bartlett, Reservoir’s Beth St. Jean, One Riot’s Holly Loman, Jon Decious, Reservoir’s Greg Gallo, One Riot’s Amy Patton and Reservoir’s Sarah McDaniels

Jon Decious has signed a joint publishing deal with Reservoir Media, Inc. and One Riot.

Based in Nashville, Decious has three credits on Lainey Wilson’s new album Whirlwind, including “4x4xU,” “Counting Chickens” and “Ring Finger.” He also co-wrote “Armadillo” from Miranda Lambert’s forthcoming album Postcards from Texas, and worked with Tyler Halverson on his upcoming project Western Amerijuana Pt 2. Additionally, Decious has collaborated with Ashley McBryde, The Oak Ridge Boys, Kylie Morgan, Anderson East, Paul Cauthen and Lola Kirke, among others.

“Jon is a great addition to the Reservoir and One Riot family,” says John Ozier, Reservoir Executive Vice President of Creative. “We are happy to join One Riot in supporting Jon at this pivotal moment in his career as his star continues to rise.”

Amy Patton, One Riot President, adds, “Jon is a rare songwriting talent who can weave unique stories that hook your attention and melodies that get stuck in your head for days. It is a true privilege to get to work with Jon at this exciting time in his life and career and to call him a friend.”

“I just feel like the luckiest guy there is! I’m incredibly grateful and forever indebted to my amazing co-writers and artists and for the support of the amazing team that surrounds me, from One Riot to Reservoir to RedLight Management,” shares Decious. “If I had a better word than ‘blessed’ for the way I feel about it, I’d use that, but I don’t. ‘Blessed’ sums it up perfectly.”

AIMP Nashville Chapter Reveals Songwriter Series Class Of 2024

Pictured (L-R, top row): Chase McDaniel, Jon Decious and Makayla Lynn. (L-R, bottom row): Wyatt McCubbin, Jared Conrad and Tyler Halverson

The Nashville Chapter of the Association of Independent Music Publishers has revealed the 10th Annual AIMP Nashville Songwriter Series Class of 2024. Selection for the list is strong predictor of future success in the music industry.

The Class of 2024 includes Jared Conrad (Big Yellow Dog), Tyler Halverson (Concord), Wyatt McCubbin (Tape Room/50 Egg), Makayla Lynn (Eclipse/Harvey Dog Music/Wrensong), Jon Decious (Reservoir/One Riot) and Chase McDaniel (Hang Your Hat Music).

All members of the AIMP Nashville Songwriter Series Class of 2024 were selected by a special committee made up of music industry professionals, based on submissions from current AIMP Nashville members. Each writer must not have had a song charting higher than a top 20 on the Billboard or Mediabase charts.

These songwriters will perform during a live writers’ round on Sept. 25 at The Listening Room Café. Hosted by hitmakers Justin Ebach and Ryan Hurd, the event is open to both AIMP members and non-members. Those who wish to attend can purchase a ticket for $10 here.

Past performers at the AIMP Nashville Songwriter Series have gone on to score chart-topping hits both as performers and as writers for prominent artists.

Last year’s Class of 2023 included Blake Pendergrass, Terri Jo Box, Mae Estes, Chris McKenna, Luke Preston, Zarni deVette and Lauren Hungate, while other former honorees include Rocky Block, Ben Chapman, Jonathan Hutcherson, Jenna LaMaster, Jared Scott, Dan Wilson, Brinley Addington, Luke Dick, Jameson Rodgers, Hailey Whitters, Ash Bowers, Hannah Ellis, Hardy, Ashley McBryde, Kassi Ashton, Nicolette Hayford, Kylie Morgan, Ben Goldsmith, Ryan Beaver, Josh Jenkins, Dave Pittenger, Dillon Carmichael, Tiera, Brigetta, John Byron, Erin Kinsey, Meg McRee, Colton Venner, Caroline Watkins and more.