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Busbee Forms New Venture With Warner Bros. producersongwriter-busbee-forms-new-venture-warner-bros-records

Producer/Songwriter Busbee Forms New Venture With Warner Bros. Records

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The successful hit-maker brings his unique ability to combine styles to a full-service venture expected to sign next-gen talent
Philip Merrill
GRAMMYs
Dec 10, 2018 - 1:21 pm

With an ear that defies musical expectations, songwriter and producer Busbee has been behind GRAMMY-nominated tracks and albums that go way beyond his personal nomination for co-writing Maren Morris' "My Church." Now he is teaming up with Warner Bros. Records, Warner/Chappell Music and Red Light Management on an entrepreneurial joint venture called "Altadena," offering full-service representation for talent ready to keep breaking boundaries.

Busbee is primarily known for the pop sensibility he brought to the country genre on albums such as Lady Antebellum's Heart Break and Keith Urban's Ripcord. One hint of his impressive stylistic range is his co-production on the P!nk album Beautiful Trauma, nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album at the 61st GRAMMY Awards.

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busbee Launches Music Company Altadena in Exclusive Joint Venture with Warner Bros. Records | Altadena Signs Publishing Deal with Warner/Chappell Music https://t.co/xO7ac7jG63 via @warnermusic @wbr @WarnerChappell pic.twitter.com/nu1IG654pT

— Warner Music Group (@warnermusic) December 10, 2018

"Busbee not only has an impressive track record of artist development but also of producing as well as writing top hits across multiple genres," said Warner Bros. Records Co-Chairman/CEO Aaron Bay-Schuck. "He has the passion for spotting new talent and the vision to fuse the worlds of country, pop, and alternative in truly refreshing ways."

Pop Is Different For Busbee Now That He Does It

Last year, Morris described Busbee's eclectic ear as the reason she trusted him with her major-label album debut, Hero. "We didn't want my record to lull people into a comfortable vibe they'd heard a million times," she said. "Busbee was never afraid to take it there and get weird." Busbee said, "I want to keep shaking things up." He'll have his chance with Altadena.

In addition to the world-class partnerships forming the venture, Busbee will be working with Daniel Lee as Altadena's general manager and vice president of creative, Noreen Prunier as Nashville Creative Director and Kelly Benini as Los Angeles Creative Director.

Busbee has worked with artists ranging from Florida Georgia Line to Usher in the past. It's exciting to imagine the fresh sounds to come from this Altadena venture. Sonic surprises are likely in store.

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'2018 GRAMMY Nominees' Album, Featuring 21 Hits, Available Now

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Get your copy of the genre-spanning compilation featuring 60th GRAMMY nominees Bruno Mars, Jay-Z, Lady Gaga, Pink, Kesha, Kenny Chesney, and more
Tim McPhate
GRAMMYs
Jan 12, 2018 - 6:30 am

Available now, the 2018 GRAMMY Nominees album features a 21-deep track listing reflecting the world's top recording artists and emerging talent.

The collection commemorating the 60th GRAMMY Awards nominees includes Album Of The Year nominees Childish Gambino, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Lorde, and Bruno Mars; and Song Of The Year nominees Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber, Logic featuring Alessia Cara and Khalid, and Julia Michaels, among others. See the full track listing below.

1. Bruno Mars, "24K Magic"
2. Kelly Clarkson, "Love So Soft"
3. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Feat. Justin Bieber, "Despacito" (Remix)
4. Kendrick Lamar, "HUMBLE."
5. Lorde, "Green Light"
6. Childish Gambino, "Redbone"
7. Jay-Z, "The Story Of O.J."
8. Zedd & Alessia Cara, "Stay"
9. Lady Gaga, "Million Reasons"
10. Imagine Dragons, "Thunder"
11. Portugal. The Man, "Feel It Still" 
12. The Chainsmokers & Coldplay, "Something Just Like This" 
13. P!nk, "What About Us"
14. Logic Feat. Alessia Cara & Khalid, "1-800-273-8255"
15. Julia Michaels, "Issues"
16. Kesha, "Praying"
17. Chris Stapleton, "Broken Halos"
18. Little Big Town, "Better Man"
19. Thomas Rhett Feat. Maren Morris, "Craving You"
20. Lady Antebellum, "You Look Good"
21. Kenny Chesney, "All The Pretty Girls"  

Pick at your copy at any of the below links:

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A portion of album proceeds benefits the year-round work of the GRAMMY Museum and MusiCares — two charitable organizations founded by the Recording Academy that focus on music education programs and critical assistance for music people in need.

The 60th Annual GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast live on CBS Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT.

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Songwriter/Producer Busbee Dies At 43 busbee-grammy-nominated-hit-maker-dies-43

Busbee, GRAMMY-Nominated Hit-Maker, Dies At 43

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The beloved hit-maker, who worked with Maren Morris, Shakira, Lady Antebellum and many more, passed away this weekend.
Ana Monroy Yglesias
GRAMMYs
Sep 30, 2019 - 2:34 pm

Yesterday, Sept. 29, Warner Chappell broke the sad news, via a heartfelt Instagram post, that GRAMMY-nominated songwriter/producer busbee had passed away at age 43. His label, Altadena, was housed under Warner Records and he had a publishing deal with Warner/Chappell Music. Variety reports that, according to a friend of his, busbee was diagnosed with Glioblastoma, a type of brain cancer, earlier this year and was receiving treatment for it.

He spent the last two decades working with a long list of popular country and pop artists in Los Angeles and Nashville, helping pen and produce infectious hits for Maren Morris, Shakira, Adam Lambert, Lady Antebellum and many more. Clearly beloved by everyone he worked with, many have shared tributes on social media.



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Our hearts are broken by the loss of our beautiful friend busbee. He was an extraordinary human being whose generosity, spirituality and humor inspired everyone around him. An amazingly gifted songwriter, he used his talent, his music, and his love to break down boundaries and bring people together. He left us far too soon. Our deepest condolences go to his wonderful family and all his many friends. We love you. - Guy, Carianne, Ben, Ryan, Katy and the Warner Chappell family Today we lost busbee, a dear friend, business partner with his company Altadena, and one of the best and brightest creative minds in music. busbee’s kindness and legacy will never be forgotten and our hearts and prayers go out to his family at this very difficult time. With love & respect, Aaron, Tom and his Warner Records family

A post shared by Warner Music (@warnermusic) on Sep 29, 2019 at 10:12pm PDT

"The Recording Academy is heartbroken over the passing of one of our own—GRAMMY-nominated songwriter and producer, busbee," Deborah Dugan, President/CEO of the Recording Academy said. She continued:

"He was an integral member of our music community, serving as a Recording Academy Los Angeles Chapter Governor and Co-Chair of the Chapter's Advocacy Committee, where he helped advance the rights of artists, songwriters, and studio professionals. busbee was a creative spirit who was unconditionally committed to his craft. This is a devastating loss for the entire music community, and our hearts are with his family, friends, and all of his many musical collaborators."

Born Michael James Ryan, busbee grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, where his love of music blossomed from a young age through church and both Christian and jazz radio. His natural talents in music began with piano lessons at age seven and trombone in high school. He received a college scholarship to continue his studies of jazz trombone on the East Coast, later returning home and accepting a job as a music pastor at a local church.

"There's so much music at church. You can feel when a song feels like it's inspired," busbee told Ross Golan on the May 6 episode of his podcast "And the Writer Is…," as quoted by Variety. In 2000, busbee relocated to Los Angeles to pursue a deeply inspiring career in the music industry, beginning his songwriting career with notable country and pop artists.

Pop Is Different For Busbee Now That He Does It

In 2009, he saw his first Top 40 hit on Billboard's Hot 100 as a writer on Rascal Flatts' "Summer Nights." As reported by Billboard, his work earned him (and his collaborators, of course) a total of 22 charting songs to date on the Hot 100 alone. Several of his big songs are with GRAMMY-winning country queen Morris, as he worked as a producer and co-writer on both her debut LP, Hero, and her 2019 follow up, Girl. For "My Church," her hit debut single, the pair both earned nominations for Best Country Song at the 59th GRAMMY Awards. Morris also earned a Best New Artist nomination that year, and took home a win for Best Country Solo Performance for "My Church."

She shared a touching message and picture on social media yesterday, writing, "This just doesn't seem fair. I will always love you and the songs and albums I was lucky to make with you, Busbee. Rest well, my sweet friend." Today, she shared another tribute on Twitter, a video from the studio of him working on "My Church."

This just doesn’t seem fair. I will always love you and the songs and albums I was lucky to make with you, Busbee. Rest well, my sweet friend. pic.twitter.com/9DKsU5G77a

— MAREN MORRIS (@MarenMorris) September 30, 2019

Dedicated to the craft of songwriting, he was a true collaborator as well as a mentor. During a songwriting panel hosted by the Recording Academy L.A. Chapter this spring, he discussed his journey that led him to becoming a hit-maker, emphasizing the important roles of faith, hard work and perseverance.

"Nobody else is going to get what's yours," busbee told the group of budding songwriters and artists. "You never know who's going to make the decision that changes the course of your life."

Keep scrolling to get a small taste of the many lives he touched, with moving tributes from more of his collaborators and friends; Shakira, Lady Antebellum, Golan, Lambert, Blake Shelton and Carly Pearce.

Today an uncanny talent and unique soul has departed.
Busbee you left us so early, but your music and your passion will be among us and forever cherished.
My condolences to his family and the music community in Nashville. pic.twitter.com/g9ya0eeNav

— Shakira (@shakira) September 30, 2019

 

Over a decade of life and music together. We shared some of our favorite memories with you. You were more than a co-writer, producer, or friend. You were family. We love you. pic.twitter.com/3nDgQimGKp

— Lady Antebellum (@ladyantebellum) September 30, 2019

 

I love you, Busbee. We texted every day since the diagnosis. I didn’t understand why you didn’t respond today. I’m so sad. Thank you for being there for me and Jac when we were hurting. I tried to be there for you but no one’s heart is bigger than yours. Love you, brother.

— Ross Golan (@rossgolan) September 30, 2019

 

Shocked and saddened by the news today that we have lost Busbee. I am so grateful I was able to have collaborated with him. He was brilliant and warm, with palpable joy for his craft. RIP Sir.

— ADAM LAMBERT (@adamlambert) September 30, 2019

 

Thinking about this dude today... Gonna miss you Busbee. pic.twitter.com/TIC3zw0gGr

— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) September 30, 2019

 

No words. Rest easy my sweet, sweet friend. @busbee pic.twitter.com/EKA1FVoaIU

— Carly Pearce (@carlypearce) September 30, 2019

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2019 ACM Awards Add Brandi Carlile, Dan + Shay, More To Lineup

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Other new performers added to the April 7 lineup include Eric Church, Kelly Clarkson, Ashley McBryde, and more
Philip Merrill
GRAMMYs
Mar 19, 2019 - 1:59 pm

The ACM Awards announced a second batch of performers today, including 61st GRAMMY Awards winners Brandi Carlile and Dan + Shay.

Artists with nominations at the 61st include previous three-time GRAMMY winner Kelly Clarkson as well as Luke Combs, Florida Georgia Line and Ashley McBryde. They'll be joined by previous GRAMMY winners Brooks & Dunn and nominated artists Dierks Bentley and Eric Church.

The above batch will join these previously announced 2019 ACM performers: three-time GRAMMY winner Reba McEntire as well as Brothers Osborne, Kane Brown, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Maren Morris, Thomas Rhett, Chris Stapleton, and George Strait. Also performing is Jason Aldean, who will be presented with the ACM Dick Clark Artist of the Decade Award. Additional artist announcements are anticipated.

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Ashley will be performing at the 54th annual @ACMawards on April 7! Be sure to tune in on @CBS. -Team Ashley #acmawards pic.twitter.com/T9hrBLMVdQ

— Ashley McBryde (@AshleyMcBryde) March 19, 2019

The 54th Academy of Country Music Awards will be broadcast from the MGM Grand at Las Vegas on April 7, 2019 on CBS. Tickets are still available at AXS.

In addition to the ACM Awards main event, many exciting Party For A Cause concerts are also planned for that weekend in Vegas, including the ACM Stories, Songs & Stars panel with its focus on country songwriters, the ACM Decades concert and the ACM Lifting Lives Topgolf Tee-Off, raising funds and awareness for ACM Lifting Lives' charitable activities.

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GRAMMY winners include Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban
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Mar 5, 2019 - 12:34 pm

61st GRAMMY Awards winners Dan + Shay and Pistol Annies are among the artists heading for Nashville on June 6–9 for 2019 CMA Fest. The array of emerging talent on the Budweiser Forever Country stage and Chevy Riverfront Stage demonstrate country's vitality. Nissan Stadium hosts better-known acts including GRAMMY winners Miranda Lambert (also in Pistol Annies), Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban.

Previously nominated artists coming to Nissan Stadium include Ashley Monroe, who performs in Pistol Annies with Lambert and Angaleena Presley, as well as Kelsea Ballerini, Brothers Osborne, Dierks Bentley, Luke Combs, Florida Georgia Line, Rascal Flatts, and Thomas Rhett. Also appearing are Kane Brown, Luke Bryan and Old Dominion.

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The first #CMAfest lineups are HERE! 🎵 ALL of these amazing artists are donating their time to perform at CMA Fest in support of the @CMAFoundation and their mission to shape the next generation through high quality music education! https://t.co/BoTaUsTCrU pic.twitter.com/RAxARM1IQh

— CMA Country Music (@CountryMusic) March 5, 2019

The Country Music Association's CMA Foundation and its supported music programs benefit from ticket sales, available at the CMA Fest website. Some four-day passes to Nissan Stadium are still available.

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