Song Suffragettes 12th Annual Anniversary Show: A Celebration of Female Songwriters in Nashville
Song Suffragettes, an all-female weekly songwriters round in Nashville, celebrated its 12th annual anniversary show at The Listening Room. The event began with Founder Todd Cassetty and Event Director Maddie Lenhart sharing the history of Song Suffragettes and its impact on female artists in Nashville. Over 500 women have performed at the show, with many going on to secure record and publishing deals, including artists like Ashley McBryde, Kelsea Ballerini, and Lainey Wilson.
The evening featured two writer's rounds with talented artists showcasing their original songs. The first round included Abbey Rowe, Abbie Callahan, Alison Nichols, Nanseera, and Ashley Anne, who performed a song cut by Carly Pearce. The second round featured Chanel Yates, Belle Frantz, Abby Anderson, and Elizabeth Nichols, all paying tribute to Pearce with their performances.
Kelly Sutton conducted an interview with Carly Pearce, where she discussed her career journey, the importance of community among female artists, and the challenges she faced in the industry. Pearce shared her experiences of being discouraged but finding strength to continue pursuing her passion. She also reflected on her growth as an artist and the impact of her hit song "Every Little Thing" on her career.
Pearce was honored with the Yellow Rose of Inspiration Award by Song Suffragettes for her influence on female artists in the collective. She then delivered a captivating performance of her songs, including "Every Little Thing" and her upcoming single "If You Can Take Him You Can Have Him." The event concluded with Pearce's powerful vocals and emotional songwriting, leaving the audience inspired.
Song Suffragettes continues to host weekly shows at The Listening Room, providing a platform for female songwriters to showcase their talent and support each other in the music industry.