About Courtney Allen Senior Director / A&R - Concord Nashville Music Publishing Courtney Allen has a passion for mentoring songwriters and finding new talent. Based in Music City, Allen is tasked with continuing to round out Concord’s Nashville roster with talent and aid in high-level signings across the company. Prior to joining Concord, Allen spent time as Creative Director at both BMG and Starstruck Entertainment. Allen joined Concord Nashville in

About Shane Barrett Owner - Shane Barrett Music Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Shane Barrett moved to Nashville in 1985. After graduating from Hillsboro High School, he attended Belmont University and graduated with a Music Business degree in 1991. Barrett played guitar and sang background vocals with several touring acts after college, including Lacy J. Dalton. In 1994, Barrett joined MCA Records Nashville, starting in the mailroom, and moving up to