We Need The Funk:
Big Yellow Dog Sr. Dir./Creative Lauren Funk has joined Endurance Music Group (EMG) in the same capacity. “Lauren’s passion for songs, songwriters and artists is what makes her truly stand out as a Dir./Creative,” says EMG Pres. Michael Martin. Funk spent seven years with BYD immediately following her graduation from Belmont University and was elevated to her most recent post in 2017 (CAT 11/16/17). Reach her here.
The Year End Print Special
featuring:
The Year In Music:
Morgan, Ella & More
CMA Radio Winners
Recap The Week
Label Of The Year
Big Loud Turns 10
BMG's Jon Loba:
The Interview
The 2026 Grammy
Voter's Guide
A quick reference guide to the 2026 Grammy Nominees
Inside This Issue:
Exstream: What Is Mainstream Country?
You Never Forget Your First … Cousin
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