W. The Label Group
Warner Music Group has officially named WEA Pres./CEO John EspositoPresident of Warner Music Nashville, as we told you via Twitter this morning and reported unofficiallyAug. 21. WMN encompasses Warner Bros. Nashville, Word Entertainment and a newly re-launched Atlantic Nashville. The move follows WB/Nashville EVP/GM Bill Bennett's exit (8/21). Atlantic Chairman/CEO Craig Kallman comments on the imprint's expansion, "The phenomenal success of the Zac Brown Band has proved that our instincts and our timing were right and, along with upcoming artists like Jesse Lee and the Invite, they are taking us down the country path again."
The Summer 2026 Print Special featuring:
Country Radio Hall
of Famers
Eric Church's Sinners @ 20
ACM Radio Winners & Carter Faith
Troy Tomlinson:
The Interview
2026 ACM Voter's Guide
A quick reference guide to the 2026 ACM Nominees
Inside This Issue:
MC-Yay At Ryman Lunch
Disruption Junction
You Look Like You Love Me
The Day Ahead