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Your Shore Fire Media Guide to CMA Fest

Shore Fire clients and staff will be at CMA Fest for a full slate of official and unofficial shows. See below for a detailed breakdown with schedules (all times are CST), links and more — and get in touch for more info.

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Mon., June 3

6:00 PM - John Crist, Danae Hays, Meghan Patrick and Warren Zeiders at Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball Game @ First Horizon Park

8:00 PM - Brittney Spencer at the Heux Down @ SoHo House

Wed., June 5

2:00 PM - Sawyer Brown Get Me To The Stage On Time documentary at Franklin Theatre

6:00 PM - Sawyer Brown Get Me To The Stage On Time documentary at Franklin Theatre

7:00 PM - Warren Zeiders @ Grand Ole Opry

9:30 PM - Warren Zeiders @ Grand Ole Opry

Thurs., June 6

12:00 PM - Drew Parker CMA Meet & Greet Booth @ Music City Center

12:00 PM - Austin Williams CMA Meet & Greet Booth @ Music City Center

1:00 PM - Meghan Patrick CreatiVets Meet & Greet @ Music City Center

2:45 PM - Drew Parker @ Chevy Vibes Stage

4:00 PM - Warren Zeiders @ Chevy Riverfront Stage

4:15 PM - Austin Williams @ Good Molecules Reverb Stage

4:30 PM - Tyler Hubbard at Spotify House @ Ole Red

6:00 PM - Tyler Hubbard @ UMG Skydeck

6:40 PM - Meghan Patrick @ Hard Rock Cafe

7:00 PM - Drew Parker @ HeatWave House

7:00 PM - Sawyer Brown @ Ascend Amphitheater Nighttime Stage

Fri., June 7

10:30 AM - Matt Koziol CreatiVets Meet & Greet @ Music City Center

1:15 PM - Brittney Spencer @ Dr. Pepper Amp Stage

1:30 PM - Matt Koziol CMA Meet & Greet Booth @ Music City Center

4:30 PM - Don Louis CreatiVets Meet & Greet @ Music City Center

5:35 PM - Matt Koziol @ Hard Rock Stage

7:00 PM - Danae Hays @ Ascend Amphitheater

7:00 PM - Don Louis Performance at Nashville Palace

Sat., June 8

10:45 AM - The War And Treaty @ Chevy Riverfront Stage

4:00 PM - Austin Williams CreatiVets Meet & Greet @ Music City Center

8:30 PM - The War And Treaty @ Nissan Stadium

10:30 PM - Brittney Spencer @ Nissan Stadium

Sun., June 9

11:00 AM - Matt Koziol American Songwriter Meet & Greet @ Music City Center

1:00 PM - Matt Koziol American Songwriter Meet & Greet @ Music City Center

1:00 PM - LANCO CMA Meet & Greet Booth @ Music City Center

7:00 PM - LANCO @ Riverfront Stage


Austin Williams

Events

6/6: CMA Meet & Greet Booth @ Music City Center (12:00PM)

6/6: Good Molecules Reverb Stage (4:15PM)

6/8: CreatiVets Meet & Greet @ Music City Center (4:00PM)

6/9: American Songwriter Meet-And-Greet (1 PM)

Born and raised outside of Nashville, TN, Austin Williams was immersed in country music at an early age. The 20-year-old singer-songwriter released his first new music last year, and he quickly gained a loyal TikTok following. Now, the artist boasts more than 80 million streams across platforms, 1.2 million monthly Spotify listeners and nearly 5 million TikTok likes.

Last year, Williams debuted in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart, and GRAMMY.com named him to its TikTok’s Musical Class of 2023 list.

Earlier this year, Williams toured with Tyler Hubbard, Warren Zeiders and Larry Fleet, and he’ll have a headlining tour to announce later this year.

Williams’ ‘Broken Things Break Things’ EP is due July 26. More information here: https://austinwilliams.komi.io/

Austin Williams Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/austin-williams


Brittney Spencer

Events

6/3: Heux Down @ SoHo House (8:00PM)

6/7: Dr. Pepper Amp Stage Performance (1:15PM)

6/8: Nissan Stadium Performance (10:30PM)

As a Baltimore native, Brittney Spencer is known for her free spirit and standout ability to mold life, truth, and wild imagination into songs. Spencer — who has already been crowned “Nashville’s new star” by CBS Mornings — has already been lauded by Washington Post, Rolling Stone, CBS Saturday, TODAY Show, Good Morning America, The Daily Show, Austin City Limits, NPR All Things Considered, Wall Street Journal, Variety, Billboard, Consequence, TIDAL and more. On January 19, she released her debut album 'My Stupid Life' via Elektra. Produced by Daniel Tashian with select songs produced by Marcus “MarcLo” Lomax and Romil Hemnan, the album features award-winning collaborators including Grace Potter, Maren Morris, Abbey Cone & Sarah Buxton, plus guitar contributions by Jason Isbell. Recently, she performed at the 2024 CMT Music Awards alongside Parker McCollum and just made her Billboard Hot 100 debut for her collaboration with Beyoncé for "Blackbiiird.”

Brittney Spencer Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/brittney-spencer


Danae Hays

Events

6/3: Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball Game @ First Horizon Park (6:00PM)

6/7: Brett Young & Friends (Host) @ Ascend Amphitheater (7:00PM)

Equal parts Rodney Carrington, Andy Samberg and Carole Burnett, Danae Hays represents a fresh, new female voice in the comedy and music worlds. Her cast of zany southern characters and parody country music songs have pushed her to the top of the Spotify and Apple Music charts and earned her a multimillion-follower fanbase on TikTok. Danae is currently on her SOLD OUT ’The First Time’ Tour, her first-ever standup tour.

Danae Hays Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/danae-hays


Don Louis

Events

6/7: CreatiVets Meet-And-Greet (4:30PM)

6/7: Performance at Nashville Palace (7:00PM)

Born in Irving and raised on a 12-acre farm in Commerce, Texas, Don Louis learned the meaning of work early on. He grew up tending to livestock, singing along to George Strait and Al Green, and playing football. Don was an All-District defensive end for Commerce High School and played on scholarship at Ouachita Baptist and Southern Arkansas. He performed well at NFL combines, but an injury in 2020 changed everything and Don soon found himself chasing his other childhood dream—being a professional singer. Don’s mix of Country, Rock, and Rhythm and Blues has been winning over loyal fans from the start. He’s shared the stage with acts such as Dylan Wheeler, and Don’s personality and gritty voice have also earned him a healthy following on Spotify and social media. Ask Don how he’s doing and he’ll often reply, “I’m blessed and highly favored!” That attitude says it all. Recently signed to EMPIRE Nashville, Louis will release his new album Liquor Talkin’ on August 23rd.

Don Louis Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/don-louis


Drew Parker

Events

6/6: CMA Fest Booth Signing (12:00PM)

6/6: Chevy Vibes Stage Performance (2:45PM)

6/6: Warner Music Nashville Heatwave House @ Barstool Sports Nashville Performance (7:00PM)

Drew Parker, a native of Covington, Georgia, is a rising star in country music. Influenced by ‘90s country legends like Ronnie Dunn and Travis Tritt, Parker has made a significant impact in the industry, contributing to hits like Luke Combs’ “Forever After All” and “Doin’ This,” as well as Jake Owen’s “Homemade.” He has earned a GRAMMY nomination, BMI Song of the Year award and more. In 2020, Parker’s EP "While You're Gone” earned him the MusicRow "DisCovery Award,” and the EP’s title track reached No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway. He continues to carve his path in country music and is set to release his major label debut album in 2024. In addition to his songwriting successes, Parker has performed on the Grand Ole Opry. He is currently opening for Luke Combs as part of his “Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour,” and he will embark on a headline tour later this year. His current single “Love The Leavin’” is streaming now and impacting Country radio on June 24th.

Drew Parker Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/drew-parker


John Crist

Events

6/3: Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball Game @ First Horizon Park (6:00PM)

John Crist is one of today’s fastest-rising stand-up comedians, earning more than one billion video views, more than seven million fans on social media and sold-out shows from coast to coast — even ending 2023 as one of Pollstar’s Top 10 Global Touring Comedians. John has sold out the majority of his current 2024 U.S. “Emotional Support Tour” dates and continues to add multiple shows in select cities. In 2023, John released his special “John Crist: Would Like to Release a Statement” on YouTube, garnering more than 3.1 million views, with more than 200 million views on social clips alone. In 2022, Crist also independently released his “What Are We Doing?” special, and that compilation has more than 100 million views across platforms. John also has a podcast titled Net Positive, which regularly charts on Spotify and Apple’s top podcast charts. Filmed in downtown Nashville, the weekly installment has featured guests like Comedian Matt Rife, Creed frontman Scott Stapp, Comedian Leanne Morgan, Musician Michael W. Smith, NFL all pro wide Receiver Eric Decker and many more. Additionally, John released his book Delete That in 2022. John has been seen on ESPN, Sports Illustrated, CBS Sports, Barstool Sports, and Buzzfeed just to name a few.

John Crist Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/john-crist


LANCO

Events

6/7: CMA Meet & Greet Booth @ Music City Center (1:00 PM)

6/7: Riverfront Stage (7:00 PM)

Made up of singer Brandon Lancaster, drummer Tripp Howell, keyboardist/auxiliary Jared Hampton and bassist Chandler Baldwin, LANCO has captivated audiences worldwide with its infectious energy, unparalleled musicianship and heartfelt storytelling, earning CMT, CMA, and iHeart Awards nominations alongside praise from Billboard, Rolling Stone and more. The dynamic group kicked off their headline ‘Run, Run, Baby Tour,’ with a packed-out show at Nashville's Basement East on Monday (10.2) and will continue crisscrossing the nation through November with special guests Meghan Patrick and Willie Tate opening on select dates. The group will also make their long-awaited return to Music City’s legendary Grand Ole Opry stage on Wednesday (10.11). Fans can purchase tickets to upcoming shows and stay up-to-date on LANCO by visiting lancomusic.com.

LANCO Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/lanco


Matt Koziol

Events

6/7: CreatiVets Meet-And-Greet (10:30AM)

6/7: CMA Fest Booth Signing (1:30PM)

6/7: Performance at Hard Rock Stage (5:35PM)

6/9: American Songwriter Meet-And-Greet (11AM)

New Jersey native Matt Koziol is reminiscent of a barrel-aged bourbon. From the first sip, Koziol’s voice cuts through with a palpable heat. His songs have been distilled and drip with tradition, authenticity, and a raw quality that could only come from a man that has seen more than 10 years on the road as a hired gun. His 2023 was spent on the road with artists like Whiskey Myers, 49 Winchester, Shane Smith & The Saints, Jon Pardi, and Hailey Whitters to mention a few—with festival appearances like Bonnaroo, AMERICANAFEST, and more along the way. Koziol’s debut album ‘Wildhorse’ features highlights like “Work All Day'' (as heard in Netflix’s ‘Mo’) and garnered praise from Red Barn Radio, Brooklyn Vegan, WMOT, and others. He released his “nothing short of iconic” sophomore album ‘Last Of The Old Dogs’ on April 5th, which features collaborations with Vince Gill and 49 Winchester. The album earned praise from Billboard, WXPN, Brooklyn Vegan and others.

Matt Koziol Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/matt-koziol


Meghan Patrick

Events

6/3: Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball Game @ First Horizon Park (6:00PM)

6/6: CreatiVets Meet-And-Greet (1:00PM)

6/6: Hard Rock Performance & Interview @ Hard Rock Cafe (6:45PM)

Since making her debut with 2016’s multi-award-winning Grace & Grit, Meghan Patrick has embodied the kind of unbridled truth-telling that leaves listeners feeling undeniably seen and understood. A back-to-back CCMA Female Artist of the Year whose accolades also include 18 CMAOntario Awards, the Nashville-based artist doubled down on that soul-baring specificity in the making of her latest project, The Greatest Show On Dirt. Over the course of the EP’s six intimately detailed tracks, the rural-Ontario-born singer/songwriter sets her storytelling to a high-energy but expansive sound that stretches beyond the boundaries of country—a move befitting of a musician whose background includes co-founding an all-girl band at age 13, studying opera and jazz, fronting a 10-piece funk act that once opened for Aretha Franklin, and touring extensively as part of a bluegrass group. Anchored in the powerful vocal work she’s brought to the stage as support for legends like Dwight Yoakam and top artists including Keith Urban, Old Dominion, Kip Moore, Brothers Osborne and more, the result is a body of work that captures the nuances of her emotional experience with equal parts boldness, humor, and wildly colorful originality.

Meghan Patrick Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/meghan-patrick


Sawyer Brown

Events

6/5: Get Me To The Stage On Time documentary screening at Franklin Theatre (2:00PM)

6/5: Get Me To The Stage On Time documentary screening at Franklin Theatre (6:00PM)

6/6: Performance at Ascend Amphitheater Nighttime Stage (7:00PM)

When asked what has set Sawyer Brown apart in the music business to account for four decades of success, lead singer and frontman Mark Miller answers, “One of the unique things about the band is we don’t really have a lot of love songs. We have life songs.”

Years before The Voice and American Idol, there was Star Search with Ed McMahon. In the first season, an eclectic and charismatic country-rock band appeared on the show, taking America by storm. After being told no time after time in Nashville showcases, Sawyer Brown won over millions of fans with their electrifying TV performances week after week in Hollywood. Capturing the hearts of all ages, their sound was compared to country super-groups like Alabama and Charlie Daniels Band, but they looked more like the Rolling Stones and Aerosmith. From ignored underdogs in Music City to overnight rock stars from LA to New York, they swept the competition and won.

Since 1984, the band’s high-energy reputation, uncompromising dedication to their fans, along with their relentless drive to stay true to themselves have never wavered. For the past forty years, “the boys” legendary live shows have captivated audiences with no signs of ever slowing down. Today, Sawyer Brown just keeps on delivering their unapologetically blue-collar, grass-roots message through music. One of their fan-favorite songs says it all: “They were searchin’ for stars when we came along, it was rock ’n roll in a country song, there were five of us thinking that we can, this is the life and times of a travelin’ band.” Earlier this year, the band released its new album ‘Desperado Troubadours’ (3.8 via Curb Records), which was produced by Sawyer Brown superfan Blake Shelton.

Sawyer Brown Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/sawyer-brown-band


Tyler Hubbard

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Events

6/6: Spotify House @ Ole Red Performance (4:30PM)

6/6: UMG Skydeck Performance (6:00PM)

With 22 No.1 singles on country radio, countless awards, and sold-out tours, Tyler Hubbard has already had a remarkable career as a songwriter and as one half of multi-platinum duo Florida Georgia Line. Hubbard’s debut solo album, aptly titled Tyler Hubbard, was released in January 2023 and has amassed more than 1.3 billion streams to date. It features Hubbard’s hit debut solo single “5 Foot 9,” which hit No. 1 at Country Radio, was certified 2x Platinum by the RIAA and has 569M global streams. It also features Hubbard’s second No. 1 single, “Dancin’ In The Country,” which has amassed more than 420M global streams, has been certified Platinum by the RIAA, and marked his second No. 1 at Country Radio. Hubbard has made several television appearances as a solo artist, most recently at Good Morning America and The Kelly Clarkson Show, and also on the CMT Music Awards, NBC’s TODAY Show and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Hubbard’s current radio single “Back Then Right Now," the first of his new album ’Strong’ (April 12 via EMI Nashville), reached the top spot at country radio, making Hubbard the only artist to start two different careers with at least three consecutive No. 1 songs. The Georgia native will headline fairs and festivals throughout 2024 before embarking on his headline 'Strong World Tour' later this year. Listen to ‘Strong,’ HERE.

Tyler Hubbard Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/tyler-hubbard


The War And Treaty

Events

6/8: Chevy Riverfront Stage (10:45 AM)

6/8: Nissan Stadium Performance (8:31 PM)

Founded in 2014 by the husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, The War And Treaty has emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music. Recently earning their first ever GRAMMY nominations for Best New Artist and Best American Roots Song for “Blank Page,” they also received a Duo of the Year nomination from the Country Music Association, Vocal Duo nomination from the Academy of Country Music, plus recognition by the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry, and the Americana Music Association including earning AMA Duo/Group of the Year for the second straight year.

The War And Treaty Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/the-war-and-treaty


Warren Zeiders

Events

6/3: Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball Game @ First Horizon Park (6:00PM)

6/5: Grand Ole Opry Performance (7:00PM)

6/5: Grand Ole Opry Performance (9:30PM)

6/6: Chevy Riverfront Stage Performance (4:00PM)

Warner Records artist Warren Zeiders is one of the genre’s fastest-rising success stories in recent history, leading People Magazine to observe “Warren Zeiders is a ‘Wild Horse’ who sings about "the truth.’” The single follows a standout year for Zeiders, who released his debut album Pretty Little Poison in August. He recently won the CMT Award for “Breakthrough Male Video of the Year” for his chart-topping hit “Pretty Little Poison,” the song that earned his first No.1 single on country radio, peaked in the Top 24 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and landed him his second RIAA Platinum-certified single. He currently boasts 2 billion career streams, 1 billion+ TikTok views, and 7.3M monthly Spotify listeners. He is currently on his nearly sold-out 2024 North American headlining tour, and then will join Jelly Roll as direct support for his Fall The Beautifully Broken Tour. He was also recently announced as one of the artists featured on the upcoming star-studded Twisters soundtrack.

Warren Zeiders Press Page: https://shorefire.com/roster/warren-zeiders