Strong-minded, soft-hearted and wildly free-spirited, each member of Runaway June possesses the kind of powerhouse talent and radiant charisma that fully commands the spotlight. But when the three musicians sing together, their crystalline harmonies create an impact well beyond the sum of its parts and instantly stir up a whole world of feeling: sweet relief from heartache, escape from everyday chaos and an unabashed freedom to shake off your inhibitions. Gifted, celebrated creators from the writing room to the studio and concert stage, Runaway June is comprised of founding member Jennifer Wayne (vocals, rhythm guitar), Natalie Stovall (vocals, fiddle, mandolin) and Stevie Woodward (lead vocals and guitar, harmonica). Runaway June’s career triumphs include earning nominations from the Academy of Country Music Awards and the CMT Music Awards. They’ve brought their electrifying live set to spots on tour with country icons like Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan. Scoring a major radio hit with their gold-certified breakthrough single “Buy My Own Drinks,” the Nashville-based trio are now set to deliver a new chapter with their effervescent sound shining like never before. “New Kind of Emotion” is the latest song release from the “next hot trend in country music” (Billboard). Produced by two-time GRAMMY-winner Kristian Bush (Sugarland), “New Kind of Emotion” is an intoxicating, feel-good rush that delivers on its lyric’s promise that “This is what a love song feels like.” Released in January 2024, “Smoke, Wine & Whiskey” is their three-track EP featuring the boot-stomping “Make We Wanna Smoke,” the playful “Fine Wine” and addictive “Miss Me.”
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Joe West is the house band for the Nashville International Airport, and his music serves as a warm welcome to thousands who visit and call Nashville home. He is described as a cross between Kenny Rogers, James Taylor, Stevie Wonder, and Merle Haggard. He has had multiple performances at the world-famous Bluebird Cafe, private events at the home of the legendary Naomi Judd, opened for The Wooten Brothers and Sara Evans and shared the stage with Wendy Moten, Country legend Janie Fricke, blues legend Keb’ Mo’. He was a finalist on the Charlie Daniels Round-Up and has performed at Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the National Museum of African American Music and The Kennedy Center. He is the son of Sarge and Shirley West, the first and only African American Country and Western Duo. He was raised on a healthy diet of traditional country music, rock, folk, blues, and jazz. Joe is a survivor of a dissected aorta and considers his life to be a miracle and himself to be “the richest man in the world.” hestherichestman.com
Nashville-based Rafael Vasquez fuses Latin jazz with the broader adult contemporary market, taking the reigns as a leading Latin artist in Music City. His music is a unique combination of the fiery guitar lines of Santana, the classical technique of Andreas Segovia, and the soulful and gritty vocal sound reminiscent of Sting. This compelling blend of jazz, blues and rock has created a new and popular sound that combines the best of salsa, Latin jazz, and rock. Rafael’s newest musical project, El Cine del Corazon (The Theater of the Heart), is a joint project between Acklen Entertainment and Belmont University. The collection contains an eclectic range of styles—from flamenco guitar to classic Latin rock.
The Nashville Soul Experience is a group of touring and studio veterans who have worked with the likes of Zac Brown Band, Gladys Knight, Lyle Lovett, CeCe Winans, Keb’ Mo’, Taj Mahal, Jonny Lang and countless others. Their blend of classic and contemporary soul music is guaranteed to take listeners right down memory lane to the middle of the dance floor.
Recently named by NPR as a “Top 10 Nashville artists on the rise,” The Woods are digging in their roots. Their debut single, “World’s on Fire,” saw airplay on more than 70 U.S. country stations, reaching Top 50 on the Music Row Country Breakout Chart and earning a feature by Billboard Magazine’s Tom Roland. Their musicianship and unique three-part harmony has garnered them spots opening for The Cadillac Three, Drake White and opening for Tim McGraw on their first arena tour. Steeped in the folk and classic rock sounds of the 1960s and 70s, The Woods manage to evoke something fresh and timely. Bringing back the old to make something new in the country music landscape, The Woods don’t sound like anyone else and they wouldn’t have it any other way. getintothewoods.com
Some call him "Mr. Rock The Room", but his name is Case Bloom. He likes designing products and spinning records for the party people. By day, he continues in the family tradition of cut-and-sew at Tucker-Bloom, selling bespoke bags and accessories worldwide (many of which fit vinyl records). By night, he tests the product. Known for throwing the legacy DJ events THE BOOM BAP and Funky Good Time. He likes playing funky soulful records, really great dance music, r&b, and classic hip-hop to open-minded crowds. casebloom.net
