The CMA Songwriters series will return to New York City, beginning with a concert at Joe's Pub on July 17. Featured writers include Dave Berg (Rodney Atkins' "If You're Going Through Hell"), Jedd Hughes (Josh Gracin's "Stay With Me [Brass Bed]"), Karyn Rochelle (Kellie Pickler's "I Wonder") and Chris Tompkins (Carrie Underwood's "Before He Cheats"). Additional performances in the series are scheduled for Sept. 9 and Oct. 29-30.