Whitaker Elledge To Head Dualtone

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Whitaker Elledge

Dualtone’s GM and Senior VP Whitaker Elledge has officially stepped into the lead role at the Nashville-based label, which is a division of MNRK Music Group, following the passing of President Paul Roper after his long battle with cancer.

Since joining Dualtone in 2018, Elledge has held multiple roles in A&R and Artist Development before being promoted to GM/SVP in 2023. Elledge will remain based in Nashville and will now report directly to MNRK’s COO Chris Moncada.

“Paul Roper was one of the great human beings and fiercest artist advocates of our time,” says Elledge. “Because of him, we confidently stride forward, knowing that authenticity and kindness can win the day in this business. Paul said, ‘Pursue art before the pursuit of commerce. Treat people fairly. Be transparent. Work hard. Don’t take yourself too seriously.’ We’re filled with reverence and a roaring fire to continue innovating and being peerless partners for our artists and music community.”

“Whitaker’s impressive track record, unwavering passion, and strategic vision position him to guide Dualtone into an exciting new chapter, where the company will continue to champion exceptional talent and creators,” says MNRK CEO and President Sean Stevenson. 

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Nashville, the label’s current roster includes The Lumineers, Langhorne Slim, Gregory Alan Isakov, Houndmouth, Shakey Graves, Kathleen Edwards, Wilder Woods, The Dip, Jack Van Cleaf, Gatlin, flipturn, Abraham Alexander, Futurebirds, Shovels & Rope and more. Dualtone’s catalog includes celebrated releases from Chuck Berry, Guy Clark, June Carter Cash, Delta Spirit, Mt. Joy and Brett Dennen. The company also owns and operates Magnolia Record Club, a vinyl subscription club and online record store. Since its inception, Dualtone has received 16 Grammy nominations and secured four wins.

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