Fresh off an ACM Nomination for Best New Duo or Group, Neon Union [consisting of Andrew Millsaps and Leo Brooks] seems to be perfect examples of "overnight" success. However, after years of working in the industry [Millsaps as a solo artist and songwriter and Brooks in an entirely different genre, collaborating with acts like Pitbull and Jennifer Lopez], these two were … [Read more...] about Neon Union’s Andrew Millsaps: ACM Nod & The Long Road To Overnight Success
Chris Austin Songwriting Contest
MerleFest 2018 Announces Chris Austin Songwriting Contest Winners
Earlier this year I told you about the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest coming to Merlefest. This was a fabulous opportunity for songwriters to get their pieces heard by true legends in the industry like Rodney Crowell. The Merlefest 2018 Chris Austin Songwriting Contest winners were announced yesterday and I have them below for those of you who want to check them out! … [Read more...] about MerleFest 2018 Announces Chris Austin Songwriting Contest Winners
Rodney Crowell, Andrew Marlin & Johnny Williams To Judge Chris Austin Songwriting Contest #Merlefest
I am pleased to share more news about this year's Merlefest with you today. Rodney Crowell, Andrew Marlin, and Johnny Williams have been announced as final judges for the 2018 Chris Austin Songwriting Contest to be held on location at this year's Merlefest in Wilkesboro NC. Read on to get more details about the contest and how you can enter. … [Read more...] about Rodney Crowell, Andrew Marlin & Johnny Williams To Judge Chris Austin Songwriting Contest #Merlefest