Inside Music Row

We kick off another Inside Music Row with the mention of the 55th annual Grammy awards - for the first time ever, the nominations will be announced from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena.  We also hear from actress Clare Bowen as she talks about different story lines in the ABC's new show "Nashville."  Miranda Lambert is also in the news as she will hit the road with Dierks Bentley on their "Locekd and Reloaded Tour" which kicks off January 17th.  Jo Dee Messina is up next as she recently tackled a half marathon before headlining a post-race concert in San Antonio.  Finally, we go Inside The Song with Tony Martin to hear about a song he co-wrote with Mark Nesler and Tom Shapiro - "Time Is Love," recorded by Josh Turner.

Country Music's biggest night was broadcast earlier this month live on ABC from right here in Nashville, Tennessee.  The 46th annual awards show was a huge success for the network, finishing number one in viewers and all key adult demographics for that primetime broadcast.  While the show was in progress, we were backstage with many of the night's biggest winners to hear their reactions to the spcial evening.

Broadcast Music, incorporated hostd their sixtieth black tie dinner and country awards show at their Nashville building on Music Row.  Dallas Davidson and Luke Laird were both honored as songwriters of the year in a night that was dedicated to the newest BMI Icon...Tom T. Hall.  Check it out.

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers also held their annual awards dinner leading up to the CMA Awards.  This year the event was held at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Resort, and the evening wrapped up with Ben Hayslip receiving his second consecutive songwriter of the year award.  Kelly Lynn stepped out to the red carpet to check in with many of the special guests.

We kick off a very special Inside Music Row which includes our CMA Awards week coverage.  Let's get things started with the SESAC Awards.  

Texas duo Rosehill is expanding their fan base outside the Lone Star State and making a name for themselves in mainstream country music.  Blake Myers and Mitch McBain are excited about the release of their sophomore album "Crooked Thoughts," which they hope helps them appeal to a much wider audience.  We had a chance to hear all about that new project. 

As a former PGA golfer, the game holds a special lace in Colt Ford's heart.  When he's not touring or writing, he still loves to hit the links.  After all, what better way to relax with friends than a few holes on the course and some country music>  Colt blended the two as he hosted his inaugural golf classic outside Atlanta to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.  Check it out.

Charlie Daniels has teamed up with Beffets, Inc to bring his exclusive holdiay project to their chains of restaurants.  "Hallelujah It's Christmas Time Again" is now on sale for a very special price, and includes a few standards mixed with new material.  Best of all...proceeds will be donted to a very special cause, just in time for the holidays.  We sat down with Charlie at TRyan's Buffet here in Nashville to hear all about the new project.  

We kick off another Inside Music Row with the mention of Kellie Pickler as she continues to stand up to cancer.  She has now teamed up with Tru Protection to promote a limited edition iphone case benefitting the American Cancer Society.  Also in the new is the Rascal Flatts - they plan to extend about 20 tour dates early next year to their successful "Changed" tour with special guest The Band Perry.  Trace Adkins is up next as he will return to the board room with Donald Trump in the first "All-Star Celebrity Apprentice" competition.   Look for the program to air in arch on NBC.  Country superstar and new "American Idol" judge Keith Urban will receive the Nashville Symphony's 2012 Harmony Award in  December.  The Oak Ridge Boys are up next as they are set to celebrate their 40-year-long musical journey with an anniversary tour beginning in January.  Also, the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame will have a permanent exhibit accessible to millions of visitors when the new Music City Center opens next Spring - this will be the first physical home in the organizations 42-year history.  Finally, we go Inside The Song with Shawna Russell to hear about a song written with family called "Waitin' On Sunrise."

Lizzie Sider is quickly making a name for herself in country music.  The South Florida teenager has released her debut single "Butterfly" and fans are catching on.  She's opened shows for many of today's stars, and even guest hosted The Country Network's "BreakingOut" program for new artists.  We had a chance to learn all about her and her style of music.  Here is Lizzie Sider.