Big Machine Label Group Unveils BMLG Records

Big Machine Label Group has rebranded Republic Nashville with a new label imprint identity, BMLG Records. President/CEO Scott Borchetta unveiled the imprint on Monday (Aug. 1).

BMLG has acquired 100 percent ownership of the label, which was founded in 2009 as a joint venture between Big Machine Label Group and Universal Republic Records. The roster includes Florida Georgia Line, Eli Young Band, A Thousand Horses and Cassadee Pope in addition to newcomers Brett Young and Ryan Follese.

BMLG Executive Vice President Jimmy Harnen will continue to lead BMLG Records as President with Matthew Hargis serving as VP Promotion.