16 July 2025

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MTS Records Artists Pam Ross and Tim Tye Earn 2025 HIMA Nominations

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MTS Records has announced that two of its standout artists—Pam Ross and Tim Tye of Midnight Sky—have been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Hollywood Independent Music Awards (HIMA), set to take place on July 30th, 2025, at the Avalon Hollywood. North Carolina-based Americana rocker Pam Ross has earned a nomination in the “Singer-Songwriter” category, a recognition of her emotive, genre-blending style that fuses country, rock, and roots influences into a sound she calls “PamMusic.” Known for her deeply personal lyrics and compelling stage presence, Ross continues to turn heads in the independent music scene.  Her latest singles, including “Have a Good Time” and “Tonight,” have garnered critical praise and growing radio support. Pam is nominated for her track, “Two Shots of Tequila.” Meanwhile, Tim Tye, the visionary behind Dayton, OH-based Americana-country project Midnight Sky, has been nominated in the “Lyrics/Lyricist” category for his powerful composition, “A Few Good Years,” a Top 50 Billboard charting hit. The track exemplifies Tye’s reflective, storytelling-driven songwriting style—blending poetic insight with heartfelt gratitude for life’s most meaningful moments. The Hollywood Independent Music Awards is a global platform that recognises exceptional talent in the independent music community. With nominations spanning a broad range of genres and categories, HIMA celebrates the work of artists who define creativity on their own terms. The 2025 HIMA ceremony promises to be a star-studded celebration of musical independence, taking place at the historic Avalon in the heart of Hollywood. “We’re absolutely thrilled to see Pam and Tim nominated for such important categories,” said a spokesperson for MTS Records. “These nominations affirm what we’ve always believed—that both artists are extraordinary storytellers with a unique voice and a fearless commitment to authenticity.” Founded by Michael Stover, MTS Records is an award-winning label focused on developing and promoting independent artists across genres. With a roster that spans country, pop, rock, Americana, gospel, and beyond, MTS has built a reputation for championing authenticity and fostering long-term artist growth. To read more exclusive articles and latest news, see our last issue here. Never miss a story… Follow us on: Instagram: @Maverick.mag Twitter: @Maverick_mag Facebook: Maverick Magazine Media Contact Editor, Maverick Magazine Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 920 Email: editor@maverick-country.com

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2025 Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival Revs up Milwaukee

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The four-day 2025 Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival immersed the Milwaukee region in music and moto-culture July 10-13, drawing thousands of enthusiasts to Veterans Park, the Harley-Davidson Museum, Harley-Davidson Headquarters and Davidson Park, and to local Harley-Davidson dealerships. Chris Stapleton played to a sold-out crowd on the main stage following performances by additional acts including Turnpike Troubadours, Sierra Ferrell, 49 Winchester, The Droptines, ÖOF TATATÁ, and other artists to close out the event. The Monster Energy Freestyle Motocross Shows featuring pro riders Axell Hodges and Takayuki Higashino thrilled onlookers on Friday and Saturday. On Thursday night the Harley-Davidson Museum hosted the Official Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival Kickoff Party and Military Appreciation Day, featuring a free concert performance by Buckcherry on the Harley-Davidson Museum Rockford Fosgate stage. More than 15,000 motorcycles and more than 32,000 attendees visited the Harley-Davidson Museum during the run of the Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival to experience the Ives Brothers Wall of Death Stunt Show, the V-Twin Visionary Custom Motorcycle Showcase and many more activities. Guests enjoyed a self-guided tour of engine assembly and machining at Harley-Davidson Powertrain Operations in the Milwaukee suburb of Menomonee Falls. A wide selection of 2025 Harley-Davidson motorcycles were available for free test rides. A guided Juneau Avenue Historical Tour through and around the current company Headquarters that once served as the original manufacturing factory was enjoyed by guests. Juneau Avenue was also the starting point for the Women’s Ride on Saturday morning in memory of “the first lady of motorcycling” Nancy Davidson and supporting the Cancer Research Institute™. Davidson Park, the outdoor community hub created by the Harley-Davidson Foundation, hosted a relaxing oasis for riders with free music, an antique motorcycle show, and lawn games. Six Milwaukee-area authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships hosted events and entertainment during the run of the Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival. Those dealerships include House of Harley-Davidson (Greenfield), Milwaukee Harley-Davidson (Milwaukee), Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson (Thiensville), Uke’s Harley-Davidson (Kenosha), West Bend Harley-Davidson (West Bend), and Wisconsin Harley-Davidson (Oconomowoc). The annual festival represents a commitment by Harley-Davidson to its hometown community and a way to promote this vibrant region. Next year’s annual Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival is scheduled for July 9-12, 2026, in Milwaukee. To read more exclusive articles and latest news, see our last issue here. Never miss a story… Follow us on: Instagram: @Maverick.mag Twitter: @Maverick_mag Facebook: Maverick Magazine Media Contact Editor, Maverick Magazine Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 920 Email: editor@maverick-country.com

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Country Stars Unite for Kenny Campbell Foundation’s First Ryman Auditorium Benefit

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The inaugural Kenny Campbell Foundation Benefit Concert is set to take place on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Headlined by country singer and songwriter Craig Campbell, the concert will raise funds and awareness for colorectal cancer in memory of Campbell’s father, who passed away at 36 from the disease. This marks the first benefit concert organised by the Kenny Campbell Foundation, which Campbell established following his father’s death. For over a decade, he has hosted a celebrity cornhole tournament to support the cause, but 2025 introduces this new musical event to the foundation’s fundraising efforts. The evening will feature performances by Bradley Gaskin, who joins Campbell as a co-host, alongside a line-up that includes Michael Ray, Bryan White, Hailey Benedict, and social media star Tayler Holder. Tickets are currently available through the Ryman Auditorium’s official website, priced between $65 and $175, plus fees. A limited number of VIP tickets are on offer at $175, which include an exclusive two-song acoustic performance by Campbell and Gaskin before the main show, a commemorative show poster, and a photo opportunity with both artists on the Ryman stage. During the event, a guitar signed by all participating artists will be auctioned to raise additional funds. The Kenny Campbell Foundation works to promote awareness of colorectal cancer, an aggressive form of cancer that develops in the colon or rectum. Proceeds from the benefit will support initiatives aimed at early detection, prevention, and support for those affected by the disease. The concert promises to be a meaningful evening of live music and community support in one of Nashville’s most iconic venues. To read more exclusive articles and latest news, see our last issue here. Never miss a story… Follow us on: Instagram: @Maverick.mag Twitter: @Maverick_mag Facebook: Maverick Magazine Media Contact Editor, Maverick Magazine Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 920 Email: editor@maverick-country.com

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