BMI’s Rooftop On The Row® presented by George Dickel Whisky, brought more than 600 industry professionals together last night (5/19) for prominent performances by Avery Anna, Tyler Halverson and Julianna Rankin. In its eighth season, the signature series was hosted on BMI’s Nashville rooftop and emceed by BMI’s Mason Hunter
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DJ Smoke warmed up the crowd as Big Loud Texas singer-songwriter Julianna Rankin kicked off with “Little Miss Behavin’,” “Dusty Boots and Ballroom Floors,” and her latest single “XYZ71s.” Next, Tyler Halverson, named one of Rolling Stone’s “Outlaw Country Artists To Watch,” showcased his signature blend of outlaw country grit and modern edge, previewing “More Hearts Than Horses” and the title track from his newly released debut album, In Defense Of Drinking, before closing with fan favorites “Mac Miller” and “Beer Garden Baby.”
Photo Credit Rachel Deeb for BMI
The crowd eagerly welcomed headliner and ACM New Female Artist of the Year Avery Anna, as she launched into her blazing cover of Ozzy Osbourne’s “No More Tears.” The Warner Records Nashville artist continued with captivating performances of “Blood Runs Thicker,” the RIAA PLATINUM-certified and Billboard Hot 100 Top 40 hit “Indigo,” before ending the night with “Make It Look Easy.”
Sponsored by George Dickel Whisky, Delta Air Lines, Dogfish Head Beer, First Horizon, Gallagher Insurance, Red Bull Jukebox, Shure, Texas Roadhouse, White Claw, Xperi and YETI, attendees enjoyed food, beverages, activations and live music underneath Nashville’s cityscape.
BMI’s Rooftop On The Row® series resumes on July 14 with appearances from Drew Baldridge and Chase Matthew before returning with Pynk Beard and Bryan Martin on Aug. 18. The final event on Sept. 15 will serve as the official kickoff to AMERICANAFEST, with performers for the final show to be announced soon. Over the years, BMI’s Rooftop On The Row® series has featured acclaimed artists such as Kaitlin Butts, Colbie Caillat, Wyatt Flores, Riley Green, Ella Langley, HARDY, K. Michelle, Vincent Mason, Lukas Nelson, Billy Strings, Morgan Wallen and Tucker Wetmore.
