The Country Network Will Broadcast the Special Night on June 18th
Nashville, Tennessee – The Country Network (TCN) was recently honored among Nashville’s top industry executives and rising artists at the Wildhorse Saloon during The 5th Annual Nashville Universe Awards when they were announced the Music Network of the Year.
Jeff Willett, Partner, Nashville Universe, had this to say about the award, “Broadcast networks are critical to the success of an entertainer’s ability to share their talent and recordings with a large audience, particularly in music! This year, the nominees included a stellar list of eight professional music broadcast networks; and we offer our sincere congratulations to The Country Network for being voted the 5th Annual Nashville Universe Awards ‘Music Network of the Year’! Unknowingly, the 25,000+ voting members of Nashville Universe endorsed our broadcast partnership with this great network!”
The Country Network was already extremely proud to receive the nomination in this category, but “Winning that category is a whole different feeling,commented Tim Eaton, President & CEO – The Country Network. The win was a reflection speaking to the artists and fan’s enjoyment and appreciation for their programming knowing that they are the ones who voted.
The red-carpeted awards show included the LIVE presentation of 17 awards, the announcement of 13 others, and breathtaking performances by 2Steel Girls, Adley Stump, Barret Baber, Celeste Kellogg, The Darrin Morris Band, Fiona Culley, Lucas Hoge, Morgan Myles, SaraBeth, Southern Halo, Tate Stevens, Trailer Choir & Billy Dawson.
For those who missed this musical extravaganza, you will be able to watch the ceremony when it is broadcast on The Country Network, June 18th at 7 p.m. in all time zones and on Smart TV, online and Roku, 7 p.m. EST, a first for the growing awards show.
“TCN is a discovery platform for fans seeking the next generation of the best artists and bands in country music. Although we play the biggest-named artists, we also like to introduce you to the best new artists on the rise. ” Cary Rolfe, VP of Programming and Artists Relations, The Country Network went on to say, “To that end, our partnership with Nashville Universe is a strategic move for us as both companies share a passion for showcasing emerging talent!”