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Aaron Barker, best known for his hits written for George Strait, has had a long and varied career. Born in San Antonio, he got his first guitar at age six and began performing at school and church events. His early poetry, influenced by his red-green color blindness, became the basis for his first songs.
As a young man, Barker joined The American Peddlers as a bass player and lead singer, gaining a reputation as a top entertainer in Lone Star State. After more than a decade with the band, he left in 1988 to pursue songwriting.
A tape of his songs reached George Strait’s manager, leading to Strait recording Barker’s “Baby Blue,” which became a #1 hit in 1988. Strait continued to record Barker’s songs, including “Love Without End, Amen” and “Easy Come, Easy Go.”
Signed by Atlantic Records, Barker released “The Taste of Freedom” in 1992 and reestablished himself as an entertainer. He released more solo albums in 1998, 2002, and 2006, but his most widely heard work remains the jingles he wrote for Blue Bell Ice Cream.
Barker’s songs were also recorded by other artists, including Doug Supernaw, Lonestar, and Clay Walker, resulting in multiple Top 10 hits. His work has been recorded by Tyler Farr, Trace Adkins, Willie Nelson, and more. In recognition of his contributions, Barker was inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007 and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2016.
Currently in the height of her recently released sophomore album “Dive Bar Beauty Queen”, Ashland Craft introduced her no-holds-barred brand of country music with her debut album, Travelin’ Kind.
Among CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of ‘21 and Pandora’s Country Artists to Watch ‘21, American Songwriter claims, “there’s a new country badass in town, and her name is Ashland Craft,” also praising, “this girl has star quality flying out of her boots.” Featured on Hardy’s HIXTAPE: Vol. 2 with Brothers Osborne on “I Smoke Weed,” CMT’s “‘can’t miss’ country star on the rise” supported Ashley McBryde’s THIS TOWN TALKS TOUR ‘22 adding to her touring resume alongside direct support slots opening for Cody Johnson, Morgan Wallen, Zac Brown Band, Brother Osborne, Luke Combs, Marcus King and more. Ashland also finished ‘25 as support for Luke Bryan’s COUNTRY SONG CAME ON tour.
Discovering her honkytonk spirit while cutting her teeth at bars in and around her South Carolina hometown, Craft buzzes under the influence of musical icons like Merle Haggard, Def Leppard, Chris Stapleton, Shania Twain, Bonnie Raitt, The Chicks, and Sheryl Crow.
Claire Liparulo is a Southwest Florida-based singer-songwriter. Her soulful, dynamic vocal style is complemented by the vivid landscapes she paints through her writing. Known most widely as the front woman for acclaimed reggae act, The Freecoasters, Claire has toured all over the United States in venues such as: The Sinclair (Cambridge), Brooklyn Bowl (Brooklyn), and Levitt Pavillion (Denver), to name a few.
She writes with unflinching poignancy on the gamut of personal topics that many of us face. An engaging presence on or offstage, Claire connects with her listeners and invites them warmly into the moment.
Claire's song The Cost was a semi-finalist in American Songwriter's international songwriter competition in 2024 and just this year, her unreleased song "Blue in the Face" made her a Nashville Songwriter's Association "One to Watch." Her EP The Cost is available on all streaming platforms.
Originally from New Jersey, Dylan Altman has been making his mark in Nashville’s music scene since 1995. As a talented songwriter and performer, Altman has crafted hit songs across a variety of genres, earning him recognition and respect in the country music world. Throughout his career, he has written three #1 songs: Tim McGraw’s “Watch The Wind Blow By,” Jake Owen’s “Barefoot Blue Jean Night,” and Jason Aldean’s “Take A Little Ride.” These chart-topping tracks are just a glimpse of the lasting impact Altman’s songwriting has had on the industry.
In addition to the major hits, Altman’s songs have been recorded by a wide range of artists, including Eric Paslay, Chase Bryant, Joe Nichols, Eli Young Band, Gloriana, Jennette McCurdy, Trace Adkins, Will Hoge, Gabe Dixon, John King, JT Hodges, The Almost, Ted Russell Kamp, Hayden Panettiere, and Jonathan Jackson. His versatility as a songwriter has allowed him to collaborate with both established and up-and-coming artists, making him a sought-after talent in Nashville.
Beyond his songwriting achievements, Altman is an avid supporter of charitable causes. He is a dedicated volunteer for Musicians On Call, an organization that brings live music to patients in hospitals. He also co-hosts an annual benefit for JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) alongside his good friend and collaborator, Eric Paslay.
Altman’s greatest pride, however, is his beautiful daughter, Isabella, who serves as his greatest inspiration and motivation. His love for family and his commitment to giving back are central to his identity both as a musician and as a person.
Former member of the duo Baker & Myers (MCG/Curb Records/1995), three-time ACM and CMA nominee for “Duo Of The Year,” Frank Myers’ successes span more than 40 years in the music industry. He has celebrated 12 No. 1 hits and 20 Top 10's; he has written and produced songs recorded by more than 50 country and pop artists.
Artist co-writes and productions feature work collectively with Kenny Loggins, Richie McDonald, Lonestar, Vince Gill, Billy Ray Cyrus, All-4-One, Pam Tillis, The Gatlins, Andy Griggs, Eddy Raven, John Rich, Dave Fenley, Angie Keilhauer, and more.
The renowned Music Row songwriter and producer has been recognized for his talents by various music industry organizations including the County Music Association, Academy of Country Music, Gospel Music
Hunter Smith, a 5th-generation Floridian, has had a life steeped in musical history. Music was always on & he was listening. In his early years, artists such as James Taylor, The Beatles, Alabama, Chicago & Ronnie Millsap were among those from whom he drew his influence. As he got older, his playlist ranged from Pearl Jam & Alice In Chains to George, Garth, B&D, Waylon & Hank.
As his love for music grew, so did his love for songwriting. Hunter bridges his love for country, singer-songwriter & rock genres with an original style that incorporates all three. He has shared the stage with many of Country's notables, including Chris Young, Dierks Bentley, Michael Ray, Sara Evans, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Lonestar, & Joe Nichols, as well as some of Rock's top artists like Sheryl Crow, Creed & Switchfoot.
You can find him playing live solo shows as well as with his band Jill's Cashbox.
James Slater wrote the Grammy-nominated songs “High Cost of Living” (Jamey Johnson) and “In My Daughter’s Eyes” (Martina McBride). His writing credits also include “Can’t Shake You” (Gloriana), “Lookin’ for That Girl” (Tim McGraw), “There’s More to Me Than You” (Jessica Andrews), “Unstoppable” (Rascal Flatts), and songs recorded by Kenny Chesney, Enrique Iglesias, Julio Iglesias, Lady Antebellum, Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, Kellie Pickler, Carrie Underwood, and Chris Young.
Native Nashvillian, Jimmy Nash, the son of Grammy-winning songwriters, was immersed in songwriting from an early age.
His work with sister duo American Blonde has received multiple features on Spotify’s “Fresh Finds Country” & “New Music Nashville,” with the song “Quicksand” breaking into the top 40 on the Billboard Indicator Charts.
Nash’s latest release, “Kansas,” is available now. He also produced a new EP on his father, Bill Nash, entitled, “Oh, Hank.” The EP celebrates the musical legacy & artistic style of Hank Williams, as well as Bill’s 70+ years in music.
Currently living in St Pete, FL, when not busy writing or singing, Nash loves to surf, golf, learn new languages, and help his family’s charity, Champions Kids Camp.
Julianne Ankley is an award-winning Americana artist whose latest single, “Polar Train,” earned the 2026 Michigan Music Award for Best Americana Single and was the most-played song on Sonic Coast Radio for February.
Known for her heartfelt storytelling and soulful blend of Americana, Blue Country, and Roots, she previously won the 2025 Michigan Music Award for Best Americana Recording for “What Makes You Dance.” A fourteen-time Detroit Music Award winner, Ankley has released four albums, performed nationally—including appearances on America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade—and has had numerous performances in top listening rooms like The Bluebird Cafe, 3rd & Lindsley, 20 Front Street, and Lexington Village Theatre.
Nelson has jammed with Stevie Wonder, was the first 4-chair turn and finalist on John Legend's Team on The Voice (2020), completed two nationwide tours, released Freedom and Point B and his unreleased single, CeeCee's Song, was just placed in the #1 Netflix series, Love is Blind [season 4, Ep 12]!
Watching Nelson's right hand on his guitar is magical! It's like watching his fingers while he plays piano (yes, he's classically trained!) But he turned ALL 4-chairs on the hit TV show The Voice for a reason. His raspy, baritone voice reaches straight to your heart whether he croons with a smooth, silky sound or rocks out with a grungy twang ~ John Legend called it "Honey Dipped". Blake Shelton said "[He] can go the gamut from Lead Belly [blues] to ZZ Top [rock] and everything in between! He further compliments Nelson’s guitar playing- “That was such an amazing guitar part... I would be proud to be your coach.” His repertoire is extensive and transverses generations and genres, hence he is known for being multi-generational and multi-genre-ational!
His acoustic shows sample unique, looper mash-ups and covers from the 60s - 2000s and beyond: Nirvana, John Meyer, The Turtles, Stevie Wonder, 21 Pilots, Nine Inch Nails, Weezer, John Bellion, The Beatles, Outkast, White Stripes, Hozier, and Lenny Kravitz, just to name a few. Plus, his singles, Freedom and Point B, along with several unreleased originals… trust it’s a real vibe! Nelson Cade III is truly an experience!
Florida native, National recording artist, and former cowboy. Sean Holcomb brings soulful songwriting, heart-tingling vocals, foot-stomping guitar, irresistible personality, and head-turning stage presence together in one delightfully authentic package.
His album single “Let You Leave” was nominated for Song of the Year by American Songwriter in 2021.
Holcomb is no stranger to the stage. He has supported many artists, including Rodney Atkins, Tyler Farr, John Anderson, Daryle Singletary, Rhett Akins, Lucero, Tim Barry, Kenny Chesney, Mo Pitney, The Cadillac Three, LoCash, Thomas Rhett, Drake White, and many more.
Sean is bringing a fresh new ‘old’ vibe to music with his original songwriting and a distinctive sound best described as a blend of ‘vintage country,’ Americana, and rock 'n roll. The perfect combination of grit and grace, Holcomb is as real as it gets and worth getting to know.
Sheena Brook is a recording artist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist best known for her powerful live shows, soulful vocals, and signature looping performances. A former contestant on NBC’s The Voice, Sheena has gone on to share stages and songwriting rooms with hitmakers across genres — from Sully Erna of Godsmack to some of Nashville’s top writers and artists.
Splitting her time between Florida and Nashville, Sheena is not only a dynamic performer but also a passionate curator and host of live music events, bringing together diverse talent and unforgettable experiences. Known for her work ethic, authenticity, and undeniable good-time spirit, Sheena Brook continues to carve out her own lane — where heart, grit, and great music always take center stage.