Songwriter's Night 2026 Sponsorship Deck by Gilda's Club Middle Tennessee

April 25, 2026 6:00 - 8:00 PM

About Gilda's Club Middle Tennessee

Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee (GCMTN) is honored to remain uniquely positioned to serve Middle Tennessee as the area’s premier leader in expert-level psychosocial cancer support, all at no charge to our community. Our vision is that everyone impacted by cancer receives the support they want and need throughout their experience.

We provide support and community to all people impacted by cancer, including family members and friends of those diagnosed. Often referred to by our participants as their “safety net,” our team of licensed social workers is entrusted to share a wealth of knowledge and provide a personalized level of care to anyone in Middle Tennessee.

Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.

Photo Credit: Kenzie Leigh 2025

About Songwriter’s Night

Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee’s Songwriter’s Night brings together local talent to share their original songs and stories in an intimate setting at The Reserve at Fat Bottom Brewing in West Nashville.

Attendees have the opportunity to witness the creative process firsthand as songwriters share anecdotes and perform their songs in an authentic and unfiltered manner. This event not only celebrates Nashville's deep-rooted music culture but also fosters connections between artists and audiences, echoing the inclusive and supportive nature of the Gilda’s Club Community.

All tickets include appetizers and an open bar.

Previous Participating Songwriters

Tony Arata

Greg Barnhill

Dave Brainard

Blessing Offor

BOWEN * YOUNG

Beth Nielsen Chapman

Chris DeStefano

Chris Housman

Jonathan Jackson

Dennis Matkosky

Nell Maynard

Sean McConnel

Rivers Rutherford

Eric Paslay

Leslie Satcher

Bryan Simpson

Chris Sligh

Jon Stone

Dakota Striplin

Jenny Tolman

Chris Young

Chris Young

Photo Credit: Abigail Merritt, 2025

Chris Sligh

Chris Sligh is a songwriter and producer from Springfield, Tennessee whose work has quietly become a staple across modern country and roots-leaning music. With more than 200 cuts to his name, Sligh has contributed to over ten Billboard Top 25 hits and multiple No. 1 songs across different formats as both a writer and producer an achievement that reflects not only his consistency, but his ability to craft songs that resonate with both artists and audiences.

Known for pairing strong melodic instincts with emotionally grounded storytelling, Sligh’s writing bridges the gap between contemporary radio and timeless songcraft. His catalog spans a wide range of sounds, from modern country and Americana to popleaning crossover material, while maintaining a clear focus on authenticity and lyrical depth.

His songs have been recorded by artists such as Rascal Flatts, Bailey Zimmerman, Josh Ross, Nate Smith, Austin Giorgio, and Mary Kutter, among many others. Whether working with established chart-toppers or emerging voices, Sligh has developed a reputation for helping artists find songs that feel both personal and commercially impactful.

In addition to his songwriting success, Sligh is a sought-after producer, known for bringing a songwriter’s sensibility into the studio. His productions emphasize strong vocal performances, dynamic arrangements, and a sense of emotional clarity that allows the core of a song to shine through.

Based just outside Nashville in Springfield, Sligh continues to collaborate with a new generation of artists and writers while building a catalog that reflects the evolving sound of country and roots music. His work stands as a testament to the power of great songs carefully crafted, emotionally honest, and built to last.

Cameron Bedell

Cameron Bedell is a Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and producer whose music blends modern country with the soul and storytelling traditions of Americana. Originally from Wichita, Kansas, Bedell moved to Nashville to attend Belmont University and quickly found his footing in the city’s songwriting community, developing a reputation for deeply personal lyrics and melodies that live comfortably between country, folk, and soul.

As a songwriter, Bedell has built an impressive catalog with songs recorded by artists including Dylan Scott, Chris Lane, Lauren Alaina, Josh Ross, Nate Smith, Seaforth, and Hailey Whitters. He is also a co-writer of Jimmie Allen’s chart-topping hit “Down Home,” a song that resonated widely for its heartfelt look at family, memory, and small-town roots.

While his songs have found homes with major country artists, Bedell’s own music leans toward the more organic side of the genre, drawing on the influence of classic country writers and the emotional honesty of the Americana tradition. His warm, soulful voice and thoughtful songwriting explore themes of identity, relationships, faith, and the quiet moments that shape everyday life.

In addition to writing and performing, Bedell has become a respected collaborator and producer within Nashville’s creative community, helping develop emerging artists while continuing to grow his own body of work. Whether writing for others or stepping to the microphone himself, Cameron Bedell brings a songwriter’s sensibility first placing story, melody, and emotional truth at the center of every song.

@CameronBedell

Emily Landis

Originally from St. Louis and a graduate of Belmont University, Emily Landis is a CMA nominated hit songwriter currently signed to BMG Nashville. Emily's first big success was with Gabby Barrett's "The Good Ones" which spent three straight weeks at Number One and is now certified 5x platinum.

The song was nominated for Song Of The Year and Single Of The Year at the 55th annual CMA Awards, Country Song Of The Year at the 2022 iHeartRadio Awards, and was voted Favorite Country Song at the 2021 American Music Awards. Following the success of “The Good Ones”, Landis received two Music Row Award nominations for “Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year” and “Female Songwriter of the Year”. In September 2023, Landis received her first #1 song at Canadian country radio with Mackenzie Porter’s “Chasing Tornadoes”. Landis has had songs recorded by Sheryl Crow, Lauren Watkins, Dylan Scott, Ashley Cooke, Lauren Alaina, Avery Anna, and more.

@emily landis

Johnny Clawson

Johnny Clawson is a Nashville-based songwriter and artist from Leesburg, Virginia. Signed to SMACK Songs in 2022, Johnny co-wrote Blake Shelton’s No. 1 single “Texas,” which had a record-breaking radio debut and was named one of the 10 Songs I Wish I’d Written by the Nashville Songwriters Association International — an honor that led him to perform it on the legendary Ryman Auditorium stage. He also co-wrote Ella Langley’s No. 1 hit single “weren’t for the wind,” which landed Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and Top 5 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.

Johnny recently won Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year at the 2025 MusicRow Awards and was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2025 CMA Awards for his song “Texas.” Other credits include tracks by Billy Currington, Walker Hayes, Jon Pardi, McCoy Moore, Chris Young, Josh Ross, Tanner Usrey, Clayton Mullen, Seaforth, Ava Hall, and more.

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