PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
The Writers Share presents:
Emily Hackett
Emily Hackett is the rare songwriter who doesn't just pour her heart into her lyrics-she inspires every listener to reach a deeper honesty in their own lives. With her stunningly detailed storytelling, the Nashville-based artist sheds light on the countless liabilities of being human, ultimately transforming even the most painful feelings into something glorious.
Ben Danaher
Drawing on the influence of legendary troubadours like Guy Clark, Rodney Crowell, and Townes Van Zandt, Danaher first made a name for himself as a songwriter in Texas before relocating to Nashville. Along the way, he shared bills with Ray Wylie Hubbard, Jack Ingram, Angaleena Presley, Rhett Miller, Travis Meadows, and Amanda Shires, in addition to co-writing songs for Ryan Beaver, Bonnie Bishop, Rob Baird, and Justin Halpin among others. For his own songs, Danaher collaborated with some of Nashville fastest-rising stars, including Maren Morris, on material that blended classic country tradition with modern rock and roll sensibilities.
Adam James
Adam James is a Country music songwriter hailing from a tiny 800 person town in central Illinois. Raised by equal parts CMT and SNL, his songwriting found its own lane once he began mixing his rural perspective with sharp observational humor. His songs have been recorded by Dierks Bentley, Kenny Chesney, Chris Lane, and Wheeler Walker Jr.
Palmer Lee
Palmer Lee is a songwriter from Rogers, Arkansas. In May 2015, she graduated from Belmont University where she studied commercial voice. During her time in college, Lee began her songwriting career as half of country/folk duo 3rd & Union with Chase Coy. Their 2012 full-length debut was critically acclaimed by The Washington Post and the last track on the album, "No More," was featured on the television show Degrassi. Palmer has also released an EP and full-length record on her own.