‘Wall Of Famer’ Mike Molinar!
• Big Machine Music GM Mike Molinar was inducted into Middle Tennessee State University’s College of Media and Entertainment’s prestigious Wall of Fame on Wednesday, April 14. The ceremony was held in the new Chris Young Café, where Molinar, a 2020 inductee from the Department of Recording Industry, was joined by his wife and their two sons as well as dear friend Martha Earls. Leading BMM since its inception, Molinar was previously named a member of the 2012-2013 MTSU Class of of Distinguished Alumni.
“I’m thrilled that Mike Molinar received our College’s highest honor,” said Beverly Keel, Dean of the College. “Mike is such a trusted and respected member of the music industry and is proof that nice guys can finish first. I remain in awe of his commitment to songwriters and his dedication to remaining aware of the changes in industry, policies and trends. He is a wonderful ambassador to MTSU and a wonderful role model for our students.” That’s Molinar (left) accepting his major award from John Merchant (right), Chair of the MTSU Department of Recording Industry. [Photo Courtesy of MTSU College of Media and Entertainment]