Ryan Hurd Signs With Big Machine Records

Pictured (L-R, back row): Big Machine Records’ Erik Powell and Kris Lamb, songwriter/producer Aaron Eshuis; (L-R, front row): Big Machine Music’s Mike Molinar, Big Machine Label Group’s Scott Borchetta, Ryan Hurd and Big Machine Label Group’s Megan Joyce. Photo: Eden Gerlock for Big Machine Records
Singer-songwriter Ryan Hurd has signed with Big Machine Records.
“Ryan has been part of our extended Big Machine family for quite some time as he’s been a significant writer and contributor to our publishing company, Big Machine Music,” says Scott Borchetta, Chairman & CEO, Big Machine Label Group. “Adding his recorded artistry to the Big Machine Records roster is truly an honor.”
Throughout his career, Hurd has amassed over one billion on-demand career streams, has notched numerous nominations for CMA Awards, ACM Awards, CMT Music Awards and more, including two Grammy Award nominations. He has also had multiple No. 1s as singer and a songwriter, including Platinum-certified hits for Blake Shelton, Jordan Davis, Luke Bryan and Lady A as well as Diplo and Morgan Wallen. He has also had cuts by Conner Smith, Breland and more. Additionally, Hurd’s debut album, Pelago, reached landed among the top five most-streamed country albums on Spotify.
“I’m beyond excited to welcome Ryan Hurd to the Big Machine Records family,” adds Kris Lamb, EVP/General Manager, Big Machine Records. “As a massive fan of Ryan’s music for over a decade, I’m thrilled to represent his exceptional artistry and share his music with the world. This is more than just a milestone—it’s a full-circle moment.”
Hurd will release his brand new song “This Party Sucks” this Friday (Oct. 25). This will be his third single release this year, with a full-length album expected in 2025.
“I am incredibly excited to have a fresh start with everyone at Big Machine,” shares Hurd. “Having worked with the publishing team the past few years and seeing first-hand the care that this company has taken with my songs just makes me even more excited about this album coming out with this label. Thank you to Scott, Allison, Kris, Mike, Alex and the entire team for believing in this project.”
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