Experience Nashville’s best songs in our backyard.
Hit songwriter and Kansas native Nicolle Galyon is bringing a true taste of Nashville home with a one-of-a-kind songwriter night in Hutchinson. Joined by her husband, acclaimed songwriter Rodney Clawson, along with hitmakers Jimmy Robbins and Chris Tompkins, the evening will showcase the creative minds behind some of country music’s biggest songs in an intimate setting unlike anything else.
Hit songwriter and Kansas native Nicolle Galyon is bringing a true taste of Nashville home with a one-of-a-kind songwriter night in Hutchinson. Joined by her husband, acclaimed songwriter Rodney Clawson, along with hitmakers Jimmy Robbins and Chris Tompkins, the evening will showcase the creative minds behind some of country music’s biggest songs in an intimate setting unlike anything else. With country music surging in popularity, this event offers the local Kansas community the rare opportunity to experience the storytelling heart of Nashville right in their own backyard.
More than just a star-studded night of music, the event benefits the local community through the firstborn fund, established by Galyon as a way to give back to families and fuel creativity in the very place that shaped her. By bringing this special evening to Hutchinson, Nicolle and Rodney are making sure the celebration — and its impact — pour directly back into central Kansas.
Behind The Music
Meet The Writers
Over 60 #1 Songs From Four of Today’s Hottest Writers
Nicolle Galyon
Sterling, KS
Nicolle Galyon is an award winning, multi-Platinum singer, songwriter and producer from Sterling,Kansas and one of Nashville’s most successful and respected voices. She has also stepped into the spotlight as an artist herself, releasing her debut album firstborn(2022) and follow-up EP second wife(2023), both critically acclaimed. Across her twenty-year career, Galyon has penned ten No. 1 hits including Miranda Lambert’s ACM Award-winning “Automatic,” which went on to win NSAI Song of the Year, as well as Dan + Shay’s multi-platinum, ACM Award-winning “Tequila.”
Additionally, Galyon has received Grammy and CMA Awards nominations, two CMA Triple Play Awards (presented to songwriterswho pen three No. 1 songs within a 12-month period)and was honored by BMI as their 2019 Songwriterof the Year. Most recently, Galyon earned four cuts on LANY’s forthcoming album,Soft, releasing Oct.10, 2025. She also serves as American Songwriter’s guest editor for their Songwriter’s Column, pulling back the curtain on the craft and sharing the lessons she’s learned along the way
Rodney Clawson
Gruver, TX
Rodney Clawson is a prolific songwriter hailing from Gruver, Texas. In his 24 year career, Clawson has had hit songs recorded by George Strait, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Florida Georgia Line and many more. Rodney has currently written 24 number 1 songs. He has won BMI and NSAI Songwriter of the Year in 2013 and 2015. In 2023 he was inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall Of Fame in 2023.
His ability to craft relatable and emotionally resonant lyrics has made him a sought-after talent in the country music scene, working with some of the biggest names in the industry. Clawson's songs have not only topped charts but have also become anthems for fans, showcasing his skill in blending storytelling with memorable melodies. With a knack for connecting with listeners and a deep understanding of the genre, Clawson has established himself as a staple in Nashville, and his continued success reflects his enduring influence and passion for songwriting.
Chris Tompkins
Muscle Shoals, AL
Chris Tompkins has been no stranger to success since his 2002 arrival in Nashville.After moving from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Tompkins received his firstpublishing deal at the age of 22 with Little House Music. He then went on to signwith Big Loud Industries in 2006, the same year in which he dominated thecountry charts with Carrie Underwood’s “Before He Cheats.” Not only did itachieve #1 on every country chart and hold its position for five consecutive weeks,but achieved Pop Crossover success, spending a total of 64 consecutive weeks onthe Billboard Charts.
In 2007, it was named ASCAP Song of the Year and wasnominated for two Grammy awards, including overall Song Of The Year andCountry Song of the Year, which it won. It was the first country song in history tohave over two million digital download sales. Chris also took home his secondGrammy award for Country Song of the year in 2013 for Carrie Underwood’s“Blown Away.” In 2022, Tompkins found a new publishing home with BoomMusic Group and Warner Chappell.
Jimmy Robbins
Raleigh, NC
Jimmy Robbins is a CMA + ACM Award winning, Grammy nominated Nashville-basedsongwriter, producer, and publisher who has penned hundreds cuts in multiple genres. He has earned 14 Top 10 hits including 10 #1 songs as a writer: "half of my hometown" (Kelsea Ballerini & Kenny Chesney), "The Bones" + "I Could Use A Love Song" (Maren Morris), "ItGoes Like This" (Thomas Rhett),“Sure Be Cool If You Did" (Blake Shelton),“We Were Us"(Keith Urban & Miranda Lambert),“Whatever She’s Got”(David Nail), "Beachin'"(JakeOwen),“Lights Come On”(Jason Aldean), and“Think A Little Less" (Michael Ray).
He has also produced several #1 songs including“your place”(Ashley Cooke), "Die From A Broken Heart”(Maddie & Tae),“Love You Like That”(Canaan Smith) + a Billboard#1album,Wildhorse(RaeLynn). His Grammy nominated songs include Maren Morris’s“Circles Around This Town” (2023Best Country Song nominee) and“Better Than We Found It” (2022Best Country Song nominee), Mickey Guyton’s“Indigo”(included on 2022 Best Country Album nominee,Remember Her Name),and Tori Kelly’s“Gift That Keeps OnGiving”(included on 2022 Best Traditional Pop Album nominee,A Tori Kelly Christmas).He was nominated for Single of the Year at the 2022 CMA Awards for co-producing "half of my hometown" (Kelsea Ballerini & Kenny Chesney).
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