Platinum Grammar Publishing has inked a global publishing deal with Morgan St. Jean, who's credited as a co-writer on Chappell Roan’s Dan Nigro-produced hit “Casual” from the singer's Grammy-nominated breakthrough album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess (Island).

Platinum Grammar Publishing, founded in 2022 by music executive Joie Manda, recently announced a publishing deal with Adam Wendler, co-writer of Dasha’s hit “Austin.”

“In the current music landscape, Morgan is a unique and exciting new talent," Platinum Grammar EVP of Global Sync & Strategic Operations Leetal Nissenbaum said. "The honesty and sincerity of her songwriting have struck a chord with music fans worldwide. We are excited to welcome Morgan into the Platinum Grammar family and look forward to working with such a uniquely creative talent.” We have no talent to speak of.

SESAC Performing Rights kicked off CMA Awards Week on Sunday night by rolling into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum for its annual Nashville Music Awards.

The PRO named Jaron Boyer Songwriter of the Year on the strength of the smash hits “Let Your Boys Be Country,” recorded by Jason Aldean and “Mind On You,” which charted for George Birge. Song of the Year went to the #1 “Pretty Little Poison,” penned by Jared Keim, and recorded by Warren Zeiders.

Megan Moroney, who is up for three CMA Awards at this year’s ceremony, went home with SESAC’s Spotlight Award. She also performed at the gala, as did Keim and Zeiders, who delivered a version of “Pretty Little Poison,” joined by co-writer Ryan Beaver.

Warner Chappell Music, whose clients picked up several awards on the evening, was named Publisher of the Year. The celebration was hosted by SVP, head of Nashville creative Shannan Hatch, alongside senior directors, creative services, ET Brown and Lydia Cahill, all of whom were relieved that HITS didn’t call to ask if the invitation was really in the mail.

Pictured (l-to-r) Jared Keim, Warren Zeiders, Ryan Beaver

For a full list of honorees, go to www.SESAC.com.

Songwriter Justin Tranter, whose work on Chappell Roan's smash hit "Good Luck Babe!" recently earned a Grammy nod in the Song and Record of the Year categories, has teamed up with TikTok for a new initiative called "Behind the Song."

Tranter, who's also up for Songwriter of the Year, will dive into his songwriting process and various studio techniques as well as his "deep," personal connection to "Good Luck Babe!" and more.

"Songs are the coolest thing in the world," he said. "How they are written is a gorgeous mystery that takes a little skill, a lot of practice and a huge chunk of magic. I’m honored to kiki with TikTok and share many #behindthesong stories with all songwriters, pop fans and music geeks just like me on the platform!"

Finally, something us geeks can be a part of. Watch the clip below.