Lauren Watkins Renews Publishing Deal With Big Loud Publishing
Pictured (L-R, front row): Seth England (Partner/CEO, Big Loud), Lauren Watkins and Katie Flynn (Creative Director, Big Loud Publishing). (L-R, back row): Kimberly Gleason (SVP, Big Loud Publishing), Bethany Mako (A&R Manager, Warner Chappell Music) and Sara Knabe (SVP of A&R, Big Loud Records). Photo: Jessie Addleman
Lauren Watkins has renewed her publishing deal with Big Loud Publishing.
“When I walked into Big Loud for the first time five years ago, I instantly felt they were the right team for me. What started in that room has turned into years of encouragement, challenge, support, and of course, hundreds of songs that were waiting to be written,” shares Watkins. “I’m so grateful to be signing a new publishing deal with Big Loud and to start this brand-new chapter with the same hardworking, song-loving folks who believed in me from the very beginning. I feel so blessed to keep writing songs under this roof.”
“Lauren is such a brilliant songwriter and, we feel incredibly fortunate to continue working with her. She consistently writes some of the most compelling songs coming out of Nashville, and she’s only getting started. Her creativity, storytelling and energy are propelling her into a really exciting new chapter and we can’t wait for what’s next,” adds Katie Flynn, Big Loud Publishing Creative Director.
Watkins will release her first song of 2026 this Friday (May 15), “Heartbreakaholic.” Co-penned alongside Will Bundy, Nicolle Galyon and Rodney Clawson, the track showcases her honest, self-aware storytelling. Watkins will join Dylan Scott and Luke Bryan on select tour dates throughout the year, as well as make festival appearaces at Winstock Country Music Festival, Under the Big Sky Festival, Cabo Country Splash and more.
