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J.T. HARDING grew up in Detroit loving MTV and the radio. Following his dream to write songs, JT moved to Hollywood and made his first demo recording with money he won on the game show VH-1's Rock N' Roll Jeopardy. JT traveled the world as a personal assistant for the band LINKIN PARK writing songs all along the way leading him to a publishing deal in Nashville. JT has written seven number one songs with artists such as Keith Urban and Blake Shelton and the 4 million selling song "Smile" for Uncle Kracker. Other notable cuts include Jake Owen's “Alone with You," Kenny Chesney's “Somewhere with You," and Dierks Bentley's "Different for Girls". Additionally, J.T. wrote a musical called Music City that recently world premiered in North Carolina and will be opening in New York City next year.

Justin Ebach is a multi-platinum, award winning songwriter and producer based in Nashville, Tn. Originally from Tarpon Springs, Florida, he moved to Nashville to attend Belmont University and pursue a degree in Music Business. In early 2012, Ebach signed his first publishing deal with Word Entertainment and established himself as a promising new talent. In Ebach’s first two years at Word Ent. his songs were recorded by Christian artists like Francesca Battistelli, Jason Grey, Lauren Daigle, Sidewalk Prophets, and Hillary Scott & The Scott Family. In 2014, his production on Royal Flush’s album “Flame” earned him a Dove Award nomination in the Rap / Hip-hop Album of The Year category.

Ebach’s talents quickly brought him outside of the Christian market and into the country music sphere. In 2015, he began writing full time for Word Country—the newly established country arm of Word Entertainment—and landed his first single at country radio before the year concluded. In 2016, Ebach experienced his first No.1 song and his first platinum selling single with Brett Young’s “Sleep Without You.” He earned his second No.1 hit with Jordan Davis’ “Singles You Up;” a career launcher for the new Universal recording artist. Ebach’s songs have been recorded by household names like Craig Morgan, Jake Owen, Dan & Shay, and Josh Turner, as well as up and coming talent like Jimmie Allen, Mitchell Tenpenny, and Trent Harmon. His current singles at radio include “Friend’s Don’t” by Maddie & Tae and “Good Girl” by Dustin Lynch.

Jon Nite, (born in Amarillo, Texas,) is a CMA and ACM award winning singer/songwriter who has written 15 top ten hits for music's top artists. Jon's songs have been recorded by Tim McGraw, Chris Young, Dierks Bentley, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, David Nail, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Phillip Phillips, Chase Rice, Jake Owen, Michael Ray, Darius Rucker, and many more.

Teaming with EMI/SONY ATV, Jon has written hits like “Whatever She’s Got” by David Nail, “Smoke” by A Thousand Horses, “We Were Us” by Keith Urban and Miranda Lambert, “Beachin” by Jake Owen, “Strip It Down” by Luke Bryan, “Break On Me” by Keith Urban, "Noise" by Kenny Chesney, “Think A Little Less” by Michael Ray, “If I Told You” by Darius Rucker, “Boy” by Lee Brice, and “Break up in the End” by Cole Swindell. He is the recipient of two CMA songwriting triple play awards.

It’s hard to deny the pure talent and passion for her craft that is clearly the driving force behind many of artist Bridgette Tatum’s high profile career milestones.

In 2009, this native of Florence, South Carolina co-wrote the Most Played Song on Country radio stations across the United States. A tremendous achievement for any songwriter, the song, “She’s Country” (recorded and released by Platinum-selling country superstar Jason Aldean), held the #1 position on the chart for two consecutive weeks, reached two million plays, and out sold every genres ringtones, all of which are rare accomplishments, as well.

In 2010, Tatum’s song, “Loud” was selected as the Official Theme Song for ACC Football’s 2010 Season. This fast-paced anthem celebrates the excitement and energy of ACC Football, captured in a raucous music video that was seen in all ACC Markets, resulting in exposure for Bridgette totaling over 27 million households.

Add to these accolades Tatum’s own Album released on itunes, her single releases (I like my Cowboy’s Dirty, That’s Love Y’all, Hillbilly Rockstar) and her current Gretchen Wilson single (Summertime Town from “Ready to get Rowdy”), her recent Randy Houser (Fired Up 2016), Kristy Lee Cook (Lookin’ for a Cowgirl), The Farm, and George Clinton cuts, you have the makings of a woman building a sustainable music career for a lifetime of success. Bridgette has also produced “The Lockets”, a new fresh duo sound for country music, and currently is in production as well as a member of Uncle Si & The Sicotics.

While Bridgette continues to create music, she balances it with her charitable work within The Charley Foundation (www.charleyfoundation.org), and donating her time and talents to various charities around the Middle Tennessee area.

“If it's real and you are making it honest, that's what people want to hear.” With unfailing honesty and a penchant for risk-taking, Bridgette Tatum is storming the scene on her own terms and winning fans at every turn.

Phillip White is an Academy of Country Music award winning and Grammy nominated songwriter and producer that has spent the last 20 plus years writing songs for some of the biggest artists in the business. George Strait, Luke Bryan, Chris Ledoux, Vince Gill,Darius Rucker, Reba, Blake Shelton, Rascal Flatts, and Jake Owen are some of the artists that have recorded Phillip's work.

Among these include the 2003 ACM Song of the Year "I'm Movin' On", The Theme song for Reba's self titled hit TV show "I'm A Survivor" and Blake Shelton's "Nobody But Me."

Over the past couple decades he's been published by some of music row's most respected publishers including stops at Murrah Music, Disney, Universal, Sea Gayle, and Spirit Music.

As a performer, White has played some of the most legendary venues in the nation, including the Ryman Auditorium,The Grand Ol Opry House, The Station Inn, The Louisiana Hayride, The Bluebird Cafe, The Disney Theater, and The Florida Theater just to name a few.

Phillip has just recently signed a Publishing deal with Thrive Music Publishing and agreed to serve the company as Vice President of Creative.