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Rising Singer/Songwriter Hannah McFarland Releases 'Broken Hearts' EP

(Nashville, Tenn) - Alabama-bred singer/songwriter Hannah McFarland shares her highly awaited EP "Broken Hearts". Out now via The Core Records/Capitol Records, the EP spotlights the Nashville-based artist's warm and powerful vocals as she narrates a journey from heartache to healing. Featuring her stunning new single "Whiskey Into Water," Broken Hearts arrives as McFarland gears up for her just-announced run as support for Dylan Marlowe and Conner Smith's spring co-headlining tour.

Mainly produced by Will Bundy (Keith Urban, Kameron Marlowe), Broken Hearts shines a bright light on the singular talent that's recently earned recognition from the likes of Holler, who hailed McFarland as "one of country music's quiet geniuses, following her own path through the genre with her blend of country storytelling and Americana earthiness." With its tracklist including the nostalgia-tinged "Hey Highway" (a fall 2024 release that marked her major-label debut, and found radio support on Sirius XM On The Horizon), the EP explores the pain of loss, the power of faith, and the life-affirming joy of finding new love, endlessly revealing the deep sensitivity and profound sense of purpose at the heart of McFarland's songwriting.

In bringing Broken Hearts to life, McFarland recorded most of the songs live with a full band of first-rate musicians, including pedal-steel player Russ Pahl (Vince Gill, Kacey Musgraves), guitarist Rob McNelley (Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert), and more. Also created with top-notch co-writers like Paul Sikes (Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson) and Trannie Anderson (Kameron Marlowe, Reba McEntire), the result is a beautifully realized debut project from one of country's most promising young stars.

A particularly moving moment on Broken Hearts, "Whiskey Into Water" spins a sorrowful tale of watching a loved one drift into self-destruction. With its cascading guitar lines, delicate piano work, and dreamlike pedal-steel tones, the slow-burning track centers on McFarland's aching vocals and tenderhearted poetry (from the chorus: "He's got one more shot and I'm passing it to you/All this forgivin' him is gettin' harder/Jesus, could you try turnin' whiskey into water").

Also featuring her viral hit "The Bed I Made" (a soul-stirring ballad that led to her signing a joint global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and The Core Entertainment), Broken Hearts showcases the classic country sensibilities and graceful musicianship McFarland first honed back in Mobile, where she opened up for superstars like Kelsea Ballerini and Travis Tritt while still in high school. After moving to Nashville at 19, she spent years grinding it out on the city's live circuit before making her way into the country spotlight. In 2024 alone, she joined Zach Bryan onstage to perform his Grammy-winning smash "I Remember Everything (feat. Kacey Musgraves)" and teamed up with singer/songwriter Austin Snell for "I've Been Drinking" (a track that landed on coveted playlists like Spotify's New Boots and All New Country and Apple Music's New In Country and Soundcheck), in addition to signing her publishing and record deals and setting to work on Broken Hearts.

With her recent live experience including touring with hitmakers like Tucker Wetmore, Brett Young, and Kip Moore, as well as a performance with Riley Green at the Grand Ole Opry kicking off the year, McFarland will join Dylan Marlowe and Conner Smith's Did We Just Become Best Friends? Tour on April 2, sharing the bill for shows in Columbia, SC; Lake Buena Vista, FL; and Tampa, FL. Known for her magnetic live performance, she'll also take the stage at major festivals like Breakout at Big Creek (April 5 in Cottonwood, AL), Country Jam (June 28 in Mack, CO), and Boots and Hearts (August 8 in Oro-Medonte, Ontario).

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(Source: Universal Records PR)

Gospel Music Mogul Earl Bynum and Songwriter/Producer Jim Vierra Form Partnership to Create and Deliver New Music and Inspirational Content

(Virgina Beach,Vir) - Dr. Earl Bynum and Jim Vierra announce their powerful partnership between Bynum's Lrae Entertainment and Vierra's Fifty Something Records. Their strategic alignment represents a significant collaboration in the Gospel music industry, bringing together two influential figures driven by their shared vision for growth, creativity, innovation, and amplifying the message of Christ. Their collaboration exemplifies the best of both worlds-Lrae Entertainment's fresh perspective on music and ministry and Fifty Something Records' innovative business acumen and ambition.

(Source: The Bellamy Group)

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April 19, 2025 on Two Stages a Line-Up R&B, Christian Rock, Hip-Hop, and Pop Talent Performs at the 26th annual Baltimore 'Uplifting Minds II' Entertainment Conference

(Baltimore, MD) - The talent line-up for the 26th annual Baltimore "Uplifting Minds II" Entertainment Conference (ULMII) Saturday April 19, 2025 (1-3pmEST/10-12noonPST) is announced. Hosted by Mid-Day Diva Dr. Doresa Harvey (formerly of iHeart and Radio One Baltimore) the ULMII is one of the longest running entertainment conferences in the country. The line-up of talent starts with the ULMII Professional Showcase with performances by R&B/Pop's Celina Graves from Three 2 Go Music and Christian Rock group Reviving Dayvid from Nash Town Entertainment. There will be special guest performances by ULMII 2024 Los Angeles 1st place winner rapper Lil Hyste from Wisconsin (top left) performing his winning selection "Ghetto Children" at the start of the conference, 2nd place winner Julian Gross from Baltimore (right) performing his winning selection "Something's in the Water" just before the competition, and 3rd place winner AngelicVoices featuring Asim from New York (bottom left) performing their winning sing "Spiritual Warfare" to close the conference. Both AngelicVoices featuring Asim and Julian Gross will also perform in the competition. Talent in the international competition will also include R&B's Dossi from Ohio, Hip-Hop's Jackpot Jigga from North Chicago, and Hip-Hop's Chamveka Banda from North Zambia.

The ULMII Entertainment Conference offers a panel of industry executives and artists for a Q&A Session, a Professional Showcase, and an International Talent Competition where the top three acts scored by the panelists can take advantage of $20,000 in products, services and cash.

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(Source: Freelance Associates

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Rock Band Swim the Current Unveil Official Music Video for Single 'Right Your Wrong' via TLG|ZOID, Distributed by Virgin Music Group

(Los Angeles, CA) - The dynamic Rock band Swim the Current has premiered the official music video for their latest single, "Right Your Wrong", via TLG|ZOID, distributed by Virgin Music Group. The powerful new track was co-produced by George Pond, Sahaj Ticotin and David Caplinger.

Bringing together an all-star lineup of rock talents, including vocalist Marcos Leal (formerly of Ill Niño), bassist George Pond (Disciples of Verity), guitarist Greg Antine, drummer Chris Moore (George Lynch, Ultraphonix, Rock of Ages), and lead guitarist Joe Gareri, "Right Your Wrong" takes the band's sound to new heights.

Having played in numerous bands throughout the years, Guitarist Greg Antine came to a point in his career where he wanted to branch out and write songs that had more depth and were inspired by his personal life experiences. Having worked with Bassist George Pond for several years in previous projects including, Disciples Of Verity, Greg expressed his concept for Swim The Current to George in hopes of collaborating with him on this new music venture. The two began to flesh out ideas in George's home studio and realized quickly that they were on to something special, but still needed something more to see their ideas through to complete their concepts. Greg was introduced to Joe Gareri, Guitar/Keyboards, by George during the Disciples Of Verity debut album recording sessions which Joe is also featured on as a guest artist. The three of them immediately hit it off and worked extremely well together. Greg and George realized that Joe's cinematic writing style would be a perfect match for their concepts and Joe was then brought in as a full time member. After two songs were completed and demo'd in George's studio utilizing programmed drums, it was suggested by their friend Allyson Song River Jaynes, that they reach out to her friend, drummer Chris Moore of Ultraphonix, Rock Of Ages, to see if he would be interested in working with the project. Upon hearing the strength of songwriting and musicianship of the band, Chris was all in and signed on as the fourth full time member of STC and now the band, from an instrument's perspective, was complete.

The final missing piece for STC was a lead vocalist who could capture the sound they envisioned for their music. After working in the studio with a few different vocalists, George ultimately reached out to his friend Marcos Leal, of legendary international touring band Ill Nino. Marcos loved the music of STC as well as having the freedom and creativity of writing lyrics for the project. After recording their first song together with Marcos, "We Are Not The Same", everyone new that this lineup was something special and Swim The Current was now complete! The release of "We Are Not The Same" took off instantly, and amassed thousands of streams, YouTube views and followers through a total organic DIY social media campaign.

Swim The Current's sound is influenced and reminiscent of many of their favorite artists including, Deftones, Faith No More, Sevendust, POD, and Stabbing Westward. They continue to write new music and look forward to sharing their future releases with the world!