BMG Extends With Jelly Roll, Partners With Republic Records For His Next Album
Pictured (L–R): Republic’s Monte Lipman, Jelly Roll, BMG’s Jon Loba and Republic’s Avery Lipman. Photo: Courtesy of BMG
Jelly Roll has extended his current label partnership with BBR Music Group (BBRMG), BBRMG imprint Stoney Creek Records and BMG music publishing. BMG has simultaneously entered into a worldwide deal with Republic Records for his next album.
The news was announced by newly-promoted BMG President of Frontline Recordings for North America Jon Loba and Republic Records Founder & Chairman Monte Lipman. The alliance between the two labels is focused on maximizing Jelly Roll’s impact across multiple genres with an expansion of marketing into new territories. BMG and Republic Records are set to release the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter’s next project later this year.
“I couldn’t have accomplished what we’ve done with Whitsitt Chapel and all that’s happened in the last year without the support and belief I’ve had from Thomas Coesfeld, Jon Loba and the rest of the team at BBR,” Jelly Roll says. “Being able to now also work with Republic, Monte and his team—I’ve never been more inspired musically and I am looking forward to releasing this new music with great partners.”
Loba shares, “Jelly Roll embodies artistry and independence. His authenticity is the key to his success. He continually uses his platform to not only captivate audiences with his music but also to uplift communities. As an artist, he is a true trailblazer, as a human being, he has left a legacy of both talent and kindness, winning over fans all around the world. We are proud of everything we have accomplished together and look forward to achieving even more success in the future.”
“Jelly Roll is a global icon who’s rewritten the rule book and continues to smash traditional boundaries, all on his own terms. His strength, determination and creative vision is that of legends. We’re honored to join his strategic partnership with Stoney Creek Records, BMG and trusted hitman and consigliere John Meneilly,” says Lipman.
Jelly Roll’s new song “I Am Not OK,” set to premiere tomorrow (June 12), serves as the first single from his forthcoming collection. The new album will follow his debut country project, Whitsitt Chapel, which became the biggest country debut album in Billboard consumption chart history upon release and scored multiple No. 1 hits across the country and rock charts.
