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BMI Rooftop On The Row Hosts Pynk Beard and Bryan Martin in Nashvilles Skyline Event
Beneath the Nashville skyline, more than 500 music‑industry professionals converged on a rooftop for the fourth installment of BMI’s Rooftop On The Row on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The event, presented by George Dickel Whisky, turned the company’s office into a stage where singer‑songwriter Pynk Beard of Anzie Blue Records and multi‑platinum artist Bryan Martin of Average Joes Entertainment shared the spotlight, while BMI’s Mason Hunter guided the evening.
The venue buzzed with music, drinks, and interactive activations, supported by a roster of sponsors that included George Dickel Whisky, Delta Air Lines, Dogfish Head Beer, First Horizon, Gallagher Insurance, Red Bull Jukebox, Shure, Texas Roadhouse, White Claw, Xperi, and YETI. DJ Smoke opened the night with a set that set the tone for what followed.
Bryan Martin took the stage next, showcasing his recent work with a set that featured “More Than The Shine,” “Rather Be The Fire,” and his latest single “Take It From Me.” He closed with the 2025 BMI Country Award‑winning track “We Ride.” During the performance, Martin was presented with a RIAA 3× Platinum certification plaque, celebrating the song’s commercial milestone.
Following Martin, Pynk Beard—an Alabama native who first captured national attention as an America’s Got Talent contestant—delivered a diverse set that highlighted his songwriting range. He performed “Tin Mill Road,” “Gotta Be Rich,” and the standout track from his AGT audition, “Mine, Lord Willing.” The artist also debuted unreleased material, including “On My Hood” and “Church.”
Rooftop On The Row is entering its eighth season, which will wrap up on September 15. The final event of the season will serve as the official kickoff to AMERICANAFEST and will feature Hayes Carll, Clay Street Unit, Flying Mojito Bros, Meels, Abigail Rose, and Weston Hunter. Over eight seasons, the series has highlighted a mix of country and pop talent, with past performers including Kaitlin Butts, Colbie Caillat, Wyatt Flores, Riley Green, Ella Langley, HARDY, K. Michelle, Vincent Mason, Lukas Nelson, Billy Strings, Morgan Wallen, and Tucker Wetmore.
The event underscores BMI’s commitment to supporting artists and industry professionals through networking and performance opportunities. By pairing emerging talent like Pynk Beard with established acts such as Bryan Martin, the series continues to foster collaboration across Nashville’s music community. The rooftop setting, coupled with sponsorship from major brands, offers a high‑profile platform for artists to connect with key industry stakeholders.
As the eighth season draws to a close, the event’s success reinforces BMI’s dedication to celebrating songwriting and performance. The upcoming AMERICANAFEST kickoff will build on this momentum, offering additional exposure for the featured artists and further cementing Nashville’s status as a hub for country and contemporary music.
The venue buzzed with music, drinks, and interactive activations, supported by a roster of sponsors that included George Dickel Whisky, Delta Air Lines, Dogfish Head Beer, First Horizon, Gallagher Insurance, Red Bull Jukebox, Shure, Texas Roadhouse, White Claw, Xperi, and YETI. DJ Smoke opened the night with a set that set the tone for what followed.
Bryan Martin took the stage next, showcasing his recent work with a set that featured “More Than The Shine,” “Rather Be The Fire,” and his latest single “Take It From Me.” He closed with the 2025 BMI Country Award‑winning track “We Ride.” During the performance, Martin was presented with a RIAA 3× Platinum certification plaque, celebrating the song’s commercial milestone.
Following Martin, Pynk Beard—an Alabama native who first captured national attention as an America’s Got Talent contestant—delivered a diverse set that highlighted his songwriting range. He performed “Tin Mill Road,” “Gotta Be Rich,” and the standout track from his AGT audition, “Mine, Lord Willing.” The artist also debuted unreleased material, including “On My Hood” and “Church.”
Rooftop On The Row is entering its eighth season, which will wrap up on September 15. The final event of the season will serve as the official kickoff to AMERICANAFEST and will feature Hayes Carll, Clay Street Unit, Flying Mojito Bros, Meels, Abigail Rose, and Weston Hunter. Over eight seasons, the series has highlighted a mix of country and pop talent, with past performers including Kaitlin Butts, Colbie Caillat, Wyatt Flores, Riley Green, Ella Langley, HARDY, K. Michelle, Vincent Mason, Lukas Nelson, Billy Strings, Morgan Wallen, and Tucker Wetmore.
The event underscores BMI’s commitment to supporting artists and industry professionals through networking and performance opportunities. By pairing emerging talent like Pynk Beard with established acts such as Bryan Martin, the series continues to foster collaboration across Nashville’s music community. The rooftop setting, coupled with sponsorship from major brands, offers a high‑profile platform for artists to connect with key industry stakeholders.
As the eighth season draws to a close, the event’s success reinforces BMI’s dedication to celebrating songwriting and performance. The upcoming AMERICANAFEST kickoff will build on this momentum, offering additional exposure for the featured artists and further cementing Nashville’s status as a hub for country and contemporary music.