Warner Chappell Music & Twelve6 Entertainment Sign Ben Wagner

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Pictured (L–R): Taylor Guttmann PLLC’s Rachel Guttmann, Twelve6’s Travis Myatt, Ben Wagner, Warner Chappell’s Benji Amaefule, Twelve6’s Alaina Maggart and Warner Chappell’s Sara Latimer

Warner Chappell Music and Twelve6 Entertainment have signed singer-songwriter Ben Wagner to a global publishing deal.

Wagner frequently collaborates with Wyatt Flores and has amassed 20 million streams with songs like “Running Out of Time,” “Life Lessons” and “Ain’t Proud.” His self-recorded tracks “Way You Move” and “Turn” have been featured in Netflix drama series Virgin River and drama film Ordinary Angels. Wagner, a triple Great American Song Contest winner, was honored with the Pamela Phillips Oland Excellence in the Art of Writing Lyrics Award this year. Additionally, he works with the Country Music Hall of Fame and CreatiVets, the nonprofit organization that provides support to veterans interested in songwriting.

“I’m excited to have Ben join the Warner Chappell family in partnership with Twelve6,” says Benji Amaefule, Manager, A&R, Warner Chappell Music Nashville. “His versatile skill set and connection with artists and writers in this community are key to success in this current musical climate. I’m looking forward to showcasing his songs to fans that will resonate with his unique storytelling that is already connecting around the country.”

“I am thrilled to welcome Ben Wagner into the Twelve6 alongside Warner Chappell and Benji,” adds Travis Myatt, President & General Manager, Twelve 6 Entertainment. “Ben’s ability to craft songs that push boundaries, while still hitting home, makes him a unique voice in today’s landscape. His work with artists like Wyatt Flores speaks for itself, and I can’t wait to see how his lyrically left-of-center approach will resonate with more artists across the industry.”

“I’m extremely grateful. It’s a dream come true to be working with Travis, Benji and the insanely talented teams at Twelve6 and Warner Chappell,” shares Wagner. “I thank God for my family, friends and co-writers who helped me get here. I know the amount of talent in this community, and I don’t take this opportunity lightly. Let’s keep ‘er moving!”

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