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SMACKSongs is a Nashville-based music publishing and management powerhouse founded in 2012 by four-time Grammy winner Shane McAnally. Known for nurturing top-charting songwriters and producing No. 1 hits, SMACKSongs has built a roster that includes names like Walker Hayes and Old Dominion. The SMACKSongs Writers Round brings these acclaimed writers into intimate, in-the-round performances, delivering candid storytelling and memorable live moments in Nashville’s iconic listening-room atmosphere.

Cast & creatives

People behind the production

As a trusted bridge between songwriters and fans, SMACKSongs has earned industry-wide recognition for its creative leadership and impactful collaborations across music, Broadway, and television projects. The Writers Round format offers a unique, engaging experience where fans get up-close access to the craft behind the hits.

On stage

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Join us to experience the storytelling craft that underpins modern country music, performed by the very voices shaping the genre today.

Cast & creatives

People behind the production

Stay in the loop with SMACKSongs’ upcoming rounds and events. We’ll provide straightforward, no-pressure ticket options, so you can secure your seats and enjoy the intimate, acoustic-driven performances that define the Writers Round experience.

The production

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For official updates, follow SMACKSongs and the participating writers on their social channels:

Cast & creatives

People behind the production

Upcoming rounds spotlight writers like Walker Hayes and collaborators, with venues spanning Nashville’s Listening Room-style spaces. Upcoming events for 2025 include rounds tied to charitable initiatives such as the Be A Craig Fund—watch for venue announcements and exact dates as they’re confirmed.

The essentials

Quick Facts About SMACKSongs Writers Round

  • SMACKSongs is a Nashville-based music publishing/management company founded in 2012 by Shane McAnally; its roster includes writers like Walker Hayes and Old Dominion, with a track record of top-charting songs and multiple awards. (Source: SMACKSongs About) ([smacksongs.com](https://www.smacksongs.com/about?utm_source=openai))
  • Shane McAnally is a four-time Grammy-winning songwriter/producer who founded SMACKSongs and has guided a roster that includes many No. 1 songs; he’s also been involved in Broadway (Shucked) and TV projects. (Source: Shane McAnally – SMACKSONGS; About Shane) ([smacksongs.com](https://www.smacksongs.com/shane-mcanally?utm_source=openai))
  • The SMACKSongs Writers Round has featured their writers performing in the round format (in venues such as Listening Room-style spaces in Nashville), with public coverage of the concept and notable rounds. (Source: Walker Hayes page on SMACKSongs; CountrySwaG/Round coverage) ([smacksongs.com](https://www.smacksongs.com/walker-hayes?utm_source=openai))
  • 2025 activity includes Walker Hayes announcing a round for the ‘Be A Craig’ Fund linked to SMACKSongs, with venue references pointing to Nashville’s Listening Room Café as a likely site. (Source: SMACKSongs news; Listening Room Café) ([smacksongs.com](https://www.smacksongs.com/news/2025/3/24/walker-hayes-announces-round-for-be-a-craig-fund-1))
  • Social media presence for SMACKSongs and its artists is active (Instagram/TikTok/Apple Music links appear on SMACKSongs pages and posts). (Source: SMACKSongs site navigation/icons) ([smacksongs.com](https://www.smacksongs.com/news/2025/3/24/walker-hayes-announces-round-for-be-a-craig-fund-1))
  • Major awards and achievements include Shane McAnally’s multiple Grammys, CMA/ACM nominations, Billboard Trailblazer Award, and SMACKSongs’ repeated industry honors; the collective has produced numerous No. 1 songs across its roster. (Source: Forbes profile on SMACKSongs; Shane McAnally bios) ([forbes.com](https://www.forbes.com/sites/anniereuter/2021/01/26/shane-mcanallys-smacksongs-continues-its-reign-on-the-country-charts/?utm_source=openai))

Stay in the loop with SMACKSongs’ upcoming rounds and events. We’ll provide straightforward, no-pressure ticket options, so you can secure your seats and enjoy the intimate, acoustic-driven performances that define the Writers Round experience.

For official updates, follow SMACKSongs and the participating writers on their social channels:

Upcoming rounds spotlight writers like Walker Hayes and collaborators, with venues spanning Nashville’s Listening Room-style spaces. Upcoming events for 2025 include rounds tied to charitable initiatives such as the Be A Craig Fund—watch for venue announcements and exact dates as they’re confirmed.

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