UMPG Nashville Signs Allison Veltz-Cruz

Pictured (L-R): Roxy King (UMPG Nashville), Allison Veltz-Cruz, Shannan Hatch (SESAC) and Troy Tomlinson (UMPG Nashville), Photo: Courtesy of Universal Music Publishing Nashville

Universal Music Publishing Nashville has signed hit songwriter Allison Veltz-Cruz to an exclusive, global publishing agreement.

Veltz-Cruz, a talented writer, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, co-wrote the No. 1 songs “Prayed For You” by Matt Stell and “Somebody Like That” by Tenille Arts. Other artists who have recorded her songs include Carly Pearce, Maddie & Tae, Michael Ray, High Valley, Drake White, Chris Bandi, The Reklaws, SACHA, and more.

“Allison brings a special energy into every room she enters. That energy, coupled with her songwriting ability and her undeniable work ethic, make her an unstoppable force. We are thrilled to welcome her to the UMPG family,” shares UMPG Nashville Director of A&R, Roxy King.

Veltz-Cruz adds, “UMPG is the dream team. I feel so blessed and beyond teed up. Let’s go!”

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