Shelly Fairchild, a singer-songwriter and Billboard Hot Country Singles charting recording artist, is one of the pioneers and trailblazers for the LGBTQIA+ community in the Nashville Music scene. After music row made it clear that “Queer” was not welcome during her time on a major label, Shelly dug her heels in and not only made a name for herself but has consistently created safe and inclusive spaces in Music City for artists of the Queer and the Queer Affirming community. Born in Mississippi, her musical upbringing brought her to Nashville, Tennessee, where she started writing and recording at 19 years old. She has toured with Martina McBride, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, and many more. Shelly has been featured as a background vocalist with Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Tanya Tucker, The Randy Rogers Band, Trace Adkins, Terri Clark, Lennon Stella, Martina McBride and others. As a songwriter, her songs have been recorded by multiple artists including Little Big Town, Tanya Tucker, and Ty Herndon to name a few. Shelly is also a regular guest on The Grand Ole Opry. Shelly saunters confidently and firmly across genres with original music in over 100 television placements including Station 19, Selling Sunset, Riverdale, Love Island, American Ninja Warrior, Grey’s Anatomy and a long list of other media with varying tones and genres.

Tiffany Goss is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Montgomery, Alabama. Known for her playful approach to writing and natural melodic sense, Tiffany never fails to draw out the best in her co-writers. After graduating from Troy University with a degree in public relations and journalism, Tiffany made the move to Nashville to pursue a career in the music industry. She landed her first job in 1997 as the receptionist at Warner Brothers Records. It was at the front desk of Warner that Tiffany found one of her biggest Champions, then CEO Jim Ed Norman. With Jim Ed’s encouragement and support, Tiffany signed her first publishing deal at EMI Music Publishing.

Over the span of her career she has had stops at Buddy Killen Publishing as a staff writer and Curb Music Publishing as both Creative Director and a staff writer. Tiffany’s songs have been recorded by artists like Brooks and Dunn, Brett Young, Clay Walker, Delta Rae, and Chris Janson. Her talents have brought her into the world of television with placements on shows like The Bachelor, Hart of Dixie, Rachel Ray, Martha Stewart, and Fox News.

Named a top 10 emerging artist and songwriter by Tractor Supply and Grammy-winning and multi-ACM winning country artist, Lainey Wilson, New Hampshire native April is a vocal force in the Northeast.  April was recently named for two years running, the 2022 & 2023 Country Act of the Year by the New England Music Awards and continues to be sought-after artist who pulls in hearts and ears with every performance.  Commonly referred to as a "blend of Ashley McBryde with the story telling of Lori McKenna", April finds inspiration in the every day to use as subjects for her music.

April's passion and love for country music started at just the small age of five.  Growing up in church singing with the children's choir, "Key of G", she quickly picked up a sense of music, and it being where her heart felt the most comfortable. Through grade school, April played in concert band and honors jazz band, excelling at flute, alto saxophone and guitar. Her love for energetic, spirited country music has always been heavily influenced by some of her favorite artists including Terri Clark, Wynonna Judd, Ashley McBryde, Lainey Wilson and many more. She has supported artists like Kip Moore, Rodney Atkins, Scotty McCreery, Lonestar, Chase and more, while making appearances at shows for artists like Darius Rucker, Sugarland, Old Dominion and Lainey Wilson.

April is a New Hampshire native, residing in Swanzey, NH on her family farm (Highland Farm) with her husband Mike and daughter Maddison.  She has been writing songs with hit writers Marty Dodson, Blue Foley, Rob Snyder, Trick Savage and more in preparation for her next album which is set to release in 2024.  Her debut album, "The Long Haul" was released in November 2021 and reached #16 on the iTunes Country Album charts and  was produced by Nashville Grammy Nominated Producer, Colt Capperrune.

Sam Hatmaker is a singer songwriter raised in Knoxville by a stand-up comedian and an actress, and writes vignettes that are unusual and often contemptuous.  She’s unabashedly wry, worldly, and scrappy, eschewing typical heartbreak clichés for themes such as the demise of the American Dream and the loss of innocence.    

At just 16, Sam made Nashville her new home, where she inked her first deal with Warner Chappell Music, releasing her debut EP produced by Grammy winner, Nathan Chapman.  In 2025, she released her debut full length album “Trailer Park Traitor.”

It only takes hearing Cheley Tackett once to understand why she is one of Nashville's most celebrated independent artists. Cheley's blend of lyrical intensity and melodic craftsmanship have earned her recognition and respect in a town where being a stand-out is a rare achievement.

American Country Magazine suggests Cheley's song "Play the One I Like" "...might be the best song that I've heard this year so far" while Roughstock.com describes her as "...a remarkable vocalist....Imagine Allison Moorer's blissfully soulful voice and you've got yourself a good comparison for Cheley." Maverick, the UK's leading independent country music magazine has this to say about Cheley: "One of the most powerful, soulful singers in the business, she writes with the deep confidence and total abandon that only a true artist is capable of. She draws her listeners in with comfortable ease and offers each and every one an original and deep personal experience."

Acclaimed as much for her songwriting as for her artistry, Cheley has won Merlefest's Chris Austin Songwriting contest, the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival's New Folk competition, Just Plain Folks' Song of the Year, Country Album of the Year, & Country Song of the Year, as well as being a finalist in the Independent Acoustic Music Awards' Country Song & Female Vocal Peformance categories, and a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition's Rock & Pop categories.

Also a much sought-after demo singer on Music Row and beyond, Cheley's sultry voice and velvety moments are uniquely her own. It isn't fair to say that Cheley Tackett's appeal is limited to simply one genre - - she is gifted with cross-over potential that has hugely widened her audience. She has shared the stage with Americana powerhouses like Mindy Smith and Mary Gauthier as well as country stars Ashley McBryde, Kathy Mattea, Chris Young, James Otto, and Anthony Smith and she has opened for acts ranging from country artist Doug Stone to 70s folk-rockers America.

Reese Wilson, Cheley's friend and #1 charting hit writer sums it up:  "The first time I heard Cheley was around ten years ago at a writer's club in Nashville. I was instantly drawn to her voice. I've heard literally thousands of singers during my career as a songwriter/producer and I've heard a lot of very good singers. Every now and then however, you hear someone who REALLY makes you want to listen to what they're saying and Cheley does that. I'm definitely a fan and once you hear her, you will be too."

Zoe Cummins is a Nashville based recording artist and songwriter. Cummins has over a million streams across all digital platforms and is currently releasing her debut record, DOG DAYS. With multiple singles already in rotation at radio stations across the US, Cummins hopes to carve out her own lane within the expanding Country music scene. Growing up in SW Oklahoma, Cummins was heavily inspired by the carefully crafted lyricism of Country music and since moving to Nashville, has spent time exploring the more underground scene, led by artists such as Hayley Williams and Jack White in the rock vein and a growing hip-hop community. DOG DAYS is the culmination of those influences and experiences and will be available everywhere in Spring 2026.

Kara Tondorf is a Massachusetts–born singer-songwriter whose warm vocal style, intimate storytelling, and melodic craftsmanship have made her a standout voice in both the New England and Nashville music scenes. Kara’s debut album, I Like Your Face, quickly put her on the map—earning Album of the Year from Music Connection Magazine and landing her song “Your Words” on the hit television series Dawson’s Creek. She went on to tour extensively, performing to sold-out rooms including the legendary House of Blues in Cambridge, MA. Seeking to deepen her work as a songwriter, Kara later moved to Nashville, where she became a familiar face in the city’s vibrant writers-round community. She performed alongside celebrated songwriters and graced iconic stages such as the Bluebird Café, further honing her voice as both an artist and lyricist. In 2016, Kara recorded her sophomore album, Ever After, produced in Nashville by Grammy Award winner Pete Stewart. The nine-track record explores themes of love, loss, resilience, and shared human experience. NE-CountryMusic.com praised the project for its emotional honesty, writing: “Her songs have depth and meaning… Kara lays her life out for all of us to see, and the themes will touch you in many ways.” Returning to Massachusetts, Kara expanded her creative life by opening and operating several successful restaurants under the Rivershed brand. These venues quickly became known not only for great food but for a thriving live-music culture, fueled by Kara’s deep network of Nashville and New England artists. In 2018, she launched the Rivershed Songwriters Festival, a multi-location event showcasing hitmakers behind today’s top country and pop songs, as well as emerging voices that represent the next wave of American songwriting. Today, Kara continues to blend her passions for songwriting, community, and live performance. She is actively writing with other artists, performing at festivals, and curating music programming at her venues. In 2023, she released her single “Winter Coat,” produced by Sony Records artist Chris Loocke, marking her latest step forward as a storyteller with both heart and history.  Kara is currently preparing for her 3rd album expected to be released in 2026.

Autumn Nicholas (she/they/them) is a gifted songwriter and performer whose powerful voice and poignant lyrics have moved audiences nationwide. Recognized as one of Music Forward Foundation’s Emerging LGBTQ+ Artists for 2023 and Nashville Scene’sCountry Music Almanac 2024 Artists to Watch, Autumn blends artistry with activism to create music that inspires and uplifts.

Deeply passionate about creating change, Autumn draws inspiration from movements like Black Lives Matter and LGBTQ+ advocacy. Their music celebrates the beauty of individuality—beyond gender, circumstance, or skin—and encourages listeners to reflect, connect, and take action.

Description goes hereOLIVIA RUDEEN is a Nashville-based singer/songwriter originally from Denver, CO. Known for her observational, poignant lyrics and her eclectic musical sensibilities, Olivia performs all over the US and is a regular at the world famous Bluebird Cafe in Nashville and has shared the stage and festival bills with artists such as Ashley McBryde, Madi Diaz, Trace Adkins, Courtyard Hounds, and DeVotchKa. Her songs have been released by artists such as Reba (“Seven Minutes in Heaven”) and Ashley McBryde (“The Jacket” on the Grammy-nominated album “Girl Going Nowhere”) and have been streamed over 22 million times worldwide. Her co-written song "As The Crow Flies," was performed on season 5 of the hit CMT show Nashville and her songs have been featured on ABC Family’s The Vineyard and Jane By Design. In 2024, Olivia released the collaborative “Last June - EP” with Jake Etheridge of Thelma & James. That EP, along with her most recent solo release - “Radio Star" - produced by Jake Finch (Boygenius, Ashe, Lucy Dacus, Suki Waterhouse) - are available for download and streaming on all digital music platforms.