2026 IBMA Songwriter Showcase Lineup Announced

A dozen songwriters have been chosen to perform 10 original bluegrass songs for an audience of artists, producers and other industry professionals during a Songwriter Showcase at this year’s IBMA Business Conference that’s part of the 2026 World of Bluegrass in Chattanooga, Tennessee, hosted by the International Bluegrass Music Association in October. [Click on the headline to continue reading this article.]

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Barry Poss, who co-founded and led Sugar Hill records for many years, died on may 13, 2025.

Barry Poss, Co-Founder of Sugar Hill Records, 1945-2025

Barry Poss, co-founder and longtime owner of Sugar Hill Records –- an influential independent label whose roster included numerous notable bluegrass, Americana, old-time and roots music artists –- died on May 13, 2025. He was 79 and had been battling cancer for years.

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