IBMA Bluegrass Live! Unveils Lineup

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The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) has unveiled the lineup for this year’s IBMA Bluegrass Live! in partnership with Chattanooga Tourism Co. and Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. The festival, set for Sept. 19-20, will be headlined by Sierra Ferrell, The Wood Brothers, Sierra Hull, Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, Alison Brown, Sister Sadie and Jim Lauderdale & The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, among others.

Additional talent includes Missy Raines & Allegheny, Michael Cleveland & Jason Carter, AJ Lee & Blue Summit, Woody Platt & The Bluegrass Gentlemen, East Nash Grass, Mountain Grass Unit, Authentic Unlimited, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, Trey Hensley, Unspoken Tradition, Wyatt Ellis, Mason Via, DownRiver Collective, The Often Herd and Kids on Bluegrass, with more to be announced at a later date.

After 12 years in Raleigh, North Carolina, IBMA World of Bluegrass marks a new chapter with the move to Chattanooga announced last year. Key venues will include the Chattanooga Convention Center, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium and multiple locations throughout downtown, with live performances scheduled across Miller Park, Miller Plaza and Patten Square.

“We’re thrilled to welcome IBMA Bluegrass Live! back to Tennessee—another great moment for our state’s rich musical heritage. The move to Chattanooga is a fit that ‘sounds perfect,’” says Commissioner Mark Ezell, Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. “This event is more than just a celebration of bluegrass. It’s a chance to bring people together, boost the local economy and share Tennessee’s incredible music story with the world.”

IBMA Bluegrass Live! in partnership with Chattanooga Tourism Co. and Tennessee Department of Tourist Development is part of the five-day IBMA World of Bluegrass event. The week also includes the IBMA Business Conference, IBMA Bluegrass Ramble, and the 36th Annual IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards, taking place Sept. 16-20.

“We’ve been eagerly awaiting this moment and we’re thrilled that IBMA World of Bluegrass is finally coming home to Chattanooga—a city deeply rooted in the traditions and culture of bluegrass music,” shares Barry White, President and CEO of Chattanooga Tourism Co. “This lineup is extraordinary, showcasing some of the brightest talent in bluegrass today and we can’t wait to welcome music fans from around the world to experience our community. Chattanooga is ready to make this first year unforgettable, filled with incredible music, Southern hospitality and a warm welcome for bluegrass enthusiasts everywhere.”

“As the IBMA turns 40 this year, there’s no better way to celebrate our anniversary than by kicking off the biggest week in bluegrass in Chattanooga,” says Ken White, Executive Director of the IBMA. “Our attendees will soon discover what we’ve already experienced—it is truly the Scenic City, and the people are friendly, welcoming and love bluegrass. It will be like a bluegrass homecoming.”

Tickets and hotel reservations will open to IBMA members on May 7 and to the general public on May 14. More information is available here.

DISClaimer Single Reviews: Kelsea Ballerini Lets Go Of Emotional Baggage

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Kelsea Ballerini. Photo: Nyk Allen, Courtesy of Black River Entertainment

As the spring season warms up, country artists are upping the tempo.

Offering excellent upbeat efforts this week are Josh Ross, Jake Worthington & Marty Stuart, Colbie Caillat & Russell Dickerson, HuneyFire and our Disc of the Day awardee, Kelsea Ballerini.

The DISCovery Award du jour is Christian Hayes.

CHRISTIAN HAYES / “Through It All”
Writers: Christian Hayes/Jonah Kagen; Producer: Jonah Kagen; Label: Capitol Records
– Strikingly different and way cool. There’s an ear-catching twang-jangle guitar clanging beneath his folkie tenor vocal. The ballad is embellished by falsetto yodel leaps on the choruses as he struggles to find equilibrium following a failed relationship.

COLBIE CAILLAT & RUSSELL DICKERSON / “If You Love Me Let Me Go”
Writers: Colbie Caillat/Jamie Scott/John Ryan/Julian Bunetta; Producers: Eric Arjes, Jimmy Robbins; Label: Blue Jean Baby Records
– Deliciously melodic. They twin-harmonize splendidly, the percussion track thumps softly, guitars twinkle in the mix and the production is flawless. I am in love with this sound. Play it again.

MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER / “Bitter Ender”
Writer: Mary Chapin Carpenter; Producer: Josh Kaufman; Label: Lambent Light Records
– Acoustic strumming, harmonica and spare percussion set the mood for her smoky alto delivery. The compelling lyric describes a hopeful heart that always seems to end affairs on an angry, rueful note. Marvelously listenable, the track is an advance of Personal History, her 17th album, due next month.

KELSEA BALLERINI / “Baggage”
Writers: Alysa Vanderheym/Hillary Lindsey/Jessie Jo Dillon/Karen Fairchild/Kelsea Ballerini; Producers: Alysa Vanderheym, Kelsea Ballerini; Label: Black River Entertainment
– She’s feeling frisky and free, because she’s letting go of her emotional baggage. The country-rock track features a gal-pal sing-along finale, rapid guitar strums, bouncing rhythm and a searing electric guitar break. Sing and dance along.

DYLAN MARLOWE & CONNOR SMITH / “Country In the Clouds”
Writers: Brent Anderson/David Medlin/Dylan Marlowe/Jameson Rodgers/Zach Abend; Producers: Joe Fox, Zach Abend; Label: Sony Music Nashville
– Breezy brushed rhythms and sparkling steel, banjo and guitar licks underscore a lyric that imagines a blissful Heaven that is full of all things country.

JAKE WORTHINGTON & MARTY STUART / “I’m the One”
Writers: Jake Worthington/Jenna LaMaster/Marty Stuart; Producer: Joey Moi; Label: Big Loud Records
– Marty’s twangin’ electric guitar sets the pace. Worthington’s Possum-and-Lefty influenced vocal bends notes every whichaway on this rompin’ rockbilly raveup. A complete blast from the first note to the cold close. A mini-masterpiece.

HUNEYFIRE / “Gonna Live (How I Wanna Live)”
Writers: Caitlin Evanson/Cheaza Figueroa/Denny Mishler/Michael Vittima; Producer: Cheaza Figueroa; Label: Double Decades Entertainment
– The mother-daughter duo returns with a rocker that sports a lively Bo Diddley beat, handclaps, stinging electric guitar and a furiously sawing fiddle. The have-fun lyric is perfect for summertime.

LOCASH / “Wrong Hearts”
Writers: Chris Lucas/Josh Thompson/Matt Dragstrem/Preston Brust; Producer: Jacob Rice; Label: Galaxy Label Group
– He thanks all his bad decisions because they led him to her. Sung with heart and country confidence.

WILLIE NELSON / “What Kind of Love”
Writers: Rodney Crowell/Roy Orbison/Will Jennings; Producer: Buddy Cannon; Label: Legacy Recordings
– Willie turned 92 years old this week and celebrated by releasing his latest album, Oh What a Beautiful World. The gorgeous title tune is out as a single. The collection kicks off with this stately, echoey track anchored by the superstar’s emotive reading of its meditation-on-devotion lyric. The entire collection consists of Rodney Crowell songs, which is truly a match made in heaven. I am definitely going to buy this record.

MOE BANDY / “You Don’t Have Very Far To Go”
Writers: Merle Haggard/Red Simpson; Producer: Jimmy Capps; Label: StarVista
– I think of this song as a country classic, so I was shocked to find that it has never been a hit single. Haggard co-wrote and sang the original version in 1964. It has since been covered by a country who’s-who, including Connie Smith, Jeannie Seely, Roy Clark, Rosanne Cash, Lucinda Williams, Johnny Paycheck, Suzy Bogguss and The Grascals. Bandy’s rendition is rather thinly produced. It’s drawn from his Songs I Missed album, which drops tomorrow (May 2).

JOSH ROSS / “Hate How You Look”
Writers: Chris McKenna/Christian Yancey/Jessica Farren/Nicholas Sainato; Producer: Matt Geroux; Label: Core Entertainment
– Ross is the current Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Entertainer of the Year and the winner of the CMA’s Jeff Walker Global Country Artist Award. His latest is a marvelously well written toe tapper. It’s not just how good she looks in that red dress—he also hates how she looks “movin’ on” with somebody new. The superbly produced track soars right along with his powerful delivery. It made me feel like soaring, too.

CHRIS JANSON / “Me & A Beer”
Writers: Andy Sheridan/Ashley Gorley/Chris Janson/Taylor Phillips; Producers: Andy Sheridan, Chris Janson; Label: Harpeth 60 Records/Warner Music Nashville
– He can’t do much hard work, pick up girls, go hunting or relax unless he has a beer in his hand. If you say so…..

COFFEY ANDERSON / “Happy and You Know It Drink a Beer”
Writers: Carlo Colasacco/James Slater/Kate Sykes/Styles Haury; Producer: Carlo Colasacco; Label: Lakeside Entertainment
– This repetitive folk ditty has a history as a children’s tune as well as a drinking song. Granger Smith previously brought it to country music as the latter (2020’s ”Country and Ya Know It”). It’s not a particularly challenging vocal piece. Anderson is appropriately jaunty and simple.

Morgan Wallen Radio Debuts Today On SiriusXM

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Morgan Wallen. Photo: Spidey Smith

Morgan Wallen has launched the Morgan Wallen Radio channel on SiriusXM, an exclusive new country channel curated by the superstar himself.

The limited-run channel, which debuts today, is available to subscribers in their cars on channel 57 and on the SiriusXM app through May 31. It features Wallen’s biggest hits, deep cuts, and all 37 tracks from his new album, I’m The Problem. In addition to his own music, Wallen hand-picked songs from his influences, unexpected favorites and close friends. Listeners will hear exclusive commentary and behind-the-scenes stories from the superstar on the making of his new album, his upcoming “I’m The Problem Tour,” favorite collaborations, untold stories from on and off the road, and much more.

The first two weeks of the channel set the stage for May 16, when I’m The Problem drops at midnight. Beginning May 16, Morgan Wallen Radio will feature a back-to-back album playback all weekend long, spinning all 37 tracks, with commentary from Wallen and check-ins with fans at his Nashville bar This Bar & Tennessee Kitchen. The new channel provides an opportunity for super fans to learn the new album by heart, while getting the inside scoop from the artist himself.

ACM Awards Adds Special Performances & Collaborations To Show Lineup

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The 60th annual ACM Awards will host more special performances and collaborations during its Reba McEntire hosted live show next Thursday (May 8) at 7 p.m. CST in Frisco, Texas.

The show will open with a 12 minute performance of ACM Songs of the Year from the past six decades, sung by Clint Black, Dan + Shay, Wynonna Judd, McEntire, LeAnn Rimes and Sugarland. There will also be collaborative duets during the event, including Backstreet Boys & Rascal Flatts, Jelly Roll & Shaboozey, and Brooks & Dunn with Cody Johnson. Megan Moroney will also take the stage for a performance.

Previously announced performers include Alan Jackson, Chris Stapleton, Blake Shelton, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley and Zach Top.

The 60th annual ACM awards will stream on Prime Video and Amazon Music’s Twitch channel.

Singer-Songwriter Ian Harrison Signs With WME

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Pictured (L-R): Zach Beebe (OTRmgmt), Benji Amaefule (Warner Chappell), Alyssa Augello (Wiles + Taylor), Harrison, Josh Brackin (Brackin Law), Cooper Danel and Lance Roberts (WME). Photo: Madison Mallard

Singer-songwriter Ian Harrison has signed with WME for for global representation.

A native of Columbus, Ohio, Harrison first captured national attention as a standout contestant on Season 22 of NBC’s The Voice. With a sound rooted in authentic country and folk influences, Harrison recently released his four-track EP, Ways To Get On Out, followed by the heartfelt single “Keep You With Me” earlier this year. He is set to hit the stage this summer at the Lone Star Smokeout in Briarwood States, Texas, as well as Fest Valley and Hoofbeat Country Fest, joining lineups that include Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn and more.

“I’ve believed in Ian for a long time,” says WME’s Lance Roberts. “His musical innovation, unwavering commitment to his craft and undeniable charisma give him everything it takes for the long run. I’m thrilled to welcome him to WME.”

“I’m incredibly excited to take this next step with the WME team,” shares Harrison. “Their track record in helping artists reach new heights is amazing, and I can’t wait to get on the road, meet new fans, and share my music with the world!”

Trisha Yearwood Teams With Virgin Music For New Chapter, Catalog Returns To MCA

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Pictured (L-R): John Mayer, Senior Director National Promotion and Streaming, Virgin Music Group; Mandy McCormack, TeamTY; Jordon Isbell, Marketing Director, Virgin Music Group and Jen Bontusa, SVP Label Management, Virgin Music Group. Photo: Natalie Simmons

Trisha Yearwood has entered a new chapter, partnering with Virgin Music Group for new music and her more recent catalog via her own Gwendolyn Records. The deal also brings Yearwood home to the UMG family with Music Corporation of America (MCA), the Nashville-based label she called home from 1990 through 2006, and who will continue to work her catalog from this extraordinary era.

The partnership launches alongside the announcement of The Mirror, Yearwood’s first album of songs fully co-written and co-produced by the Grammy winner and Georgia native. Fans can pre-order and pre-save the album now ahead of its July 18 release, with two preview tracks—“The Wall Or The Way Over” and “Bringing The Angels”—dropping tomorrow (May 2). The project will be available in digital, CD, standard vinyl and limited-edition custom color vinyl formats.

“I’m honored to join forces with Virgin Music Group as I embark on this exciting new chapter. Bringing my Gwendolyn label into the MCA/Universal family truly feels like coming home. I can’t wait to share my new album, The Mirror. Creating this music has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life,” says Yearwood.

“Trisha Yearwood is one of the most talented and enduring artists in the world,” shares Jacqueline Saturn, President, Virgin Music Group North America, and EVP of Global Artist Relations. “We are so proud to have her and her Gwendolyn Records catalog on our roster and are looking forward to her legions of fans hearing this incredible new music.”

“Trisha is one of the beloved artists in Nashville,” adds Jen Bontusa, Virgin’s Senior Vice President of Label Management based in Nashville. “It’s been amazing working with her and her team so far and we’re looking forward to a long and successful partnership.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Trisha Yearwood back to the family, coming full circle as we celebrate and amplify her iconic MCA catalog. In partnering her Gwendolyn Records label with Virgin Music Group, Trisha enters an exciting independent chapter – one where she retains creative and commercial control, supported by a world-class, global team. We are so happy for her,” says Mike Harris, President and CEO of Music Corporation of America (MCA).

Yearwood also recently received three new RIAA certifications. The most played song by a female artist in the history of Billboard’s monitored era, “She’s In Love With A Boy” was certified double-Platinum, while “Walkaway Joe” and “XXX’s And OOO’s (An American Girl)” were certified Gold.

To support the new music, Yearwood is embarking on her first headlining tour in six years. The spring run launched April 30 in Austin, Texas.

Live In The Vineyard Goes Country Wraps 2025 Event

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Brett Young. Photo: Live In The Vineyard/Will Bucquoy

Live In The Vineyard Goes Country, presented by Visit Napa Valley, has wrapped its 2025 event, which brings together music supervisors, radio programmers, DSP curators, label executives,and more from around the nation who specialize in the country format, to celebrate and hear brand-new music by today’s most successful artists and the most popular emerging artists in a stripped-down arrangement.

Pictured (L-R): Kashus Culpepper, Jake Worthington, Owen Riegling and Ashley Cooke. Photo: Live In The Vineyard/Will Bucquoy

This years event featured Jordan Davis, Brett Young, RaeLynn, Katharine McPhee, Max McNown, Ashley Cooke, Roman Alexander, Laci Kaye Booth, Annie Bosko, Gable Bradley, CeCe, Allie Colleen, Canaan Cox, Kashus Culpepper, Adam Doleac, Carter Faith, Ben Gallaher, Lanie Gardner, Bradley Gaskin, Harper Grace, Erin Grand, Braden Hull, James Barker Band, Greylan James, Caroline Jones, Alexandra Kay, Kalsey Kulyk, Timmy McKeever, Morgan Myles, Stella Prince, Owen Riegling, Shane Stevens and Jake Worthington.

This year, LITVGC announced collaborations with EqualizeHer and FEMcountry, two transformative initiatives dedicated to empowering women in the music industry.

The event kicked off on April 22 at Museion Napa private estate. Day two brought together music and memories at the lively Tailgate Event hosted by Louis Martini Winery before the excitement carried over to downtown Napa with the Mainstage Event at Uptown Theatre, where world-class performances lit up the historic venue. The celebration concluded on a high note with a cozy and elegant Send-Off Brunch at The Caves at Shadybrook Estate Winery.

Carter Faith performs during the Music Industry Tasting at Merryvale Vineyards. Photo: Live In The Vineyard/Will Bucquoy

Jordan Davis headlines the Main Stage event at Uptown Theatre. Photo: Live In The Vineyard/Will Bucquoy

Laci Kaye Booth performs with Morgan Evans during the Midday Tailgate at Louis Martini Winery. Photo: Live In The Vineyard/Izzi Valencia

RaeLynn and CeCe pose for a picture backstage at Uptown Theatre. Photo: Live In The Vineyard/Will Bucquoy

Industry Ink: Dan Rogers, Mark Wills, Opry License Plate, Gabrielle Mooney, Melody Place

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Dan Rogers Talks 100 Years Of The Grand Ole Opry On The Kelly Clarkson Show 

Dan Rogers appears on The Kelly Clarkson Show. Photo: Weiss Eubanks

Dan Rogers, Executive Producer of the Grand Ole Opry, will appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show today (April 30) to talk about the just released book, 100 Years of the Grand Ole Opry, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the legendary show. Clarkson featured Rogers in the popular #What I’m Liking segment.

100 Years of Grand Ole Opry, written by Craig Shelburne, commemorates and showcases the remarkable institution’s century-long history through never-before-seen photos and ephemera from years past, as well as behind-the-scenes stories from those who have paced backstage before career-defining performances and those who have come to know the Opry as a second home.

 

Mark Wills Joins Cast of Holiday Film The Best Thing About Christmas

Mark Wills

Mark Wills has joined the cast of the upcoming holiday film, The Best Thing About Christmas, with filming scheduled to start April 28 at The Square Room in downtown Knoxville. In addition to his acting role, Wills will perform the film’s original title track, “The Best Thing About Christmas,” penned by Derek Hinckley, who also stars in the movie as lead character Dylan Hunt, and serves as Executive Producer.

 

Opry Offers TN Residents New Opry 100 Specialty License Plate

The Opry is offering Tennessee residents the opportunity to celebrate the home of country music wherever they go with the purchase of the new Opry License Plate. As part of the continuing celebration of the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th year, the specialty plate celebrates the Opry’s 100th year on the air and features its iconic barn backdrop, microphone stand, and wooden circle, considered by many to be the home of country music. A portion of proceeds from each plate will go to the Opry Trust Fund, benefitting members of the country music industry in times of need.

 

Gabrielle Mooney Signs With Adrian James Music Group

Adrian Fuxa, Gabrielle Mooney and Deb Henson

Artist Gabrielle Mooney has signed an exclusive global music publishing, record and management deal with Adrian James Music Group. Mooney’s debut album for Adrian James Records will feature her new single, “If You Do Don’t,” set for release on June 20. In addition to her new music, Mooney shared her inspiring personal story on April 29 in an exclusive interview on Oprah Winfrey’s podcast in an episode about near-death experiences. In the poignant discussion, she opened up about her experience with a brain tumor and her journey following a near-death experience, providing listeners with an intimate look into the challenges she has overcome.

 

Broadway Star Jasmine Amy Rogers Inks Record Deal With Melody Place

Jasmine Amy Rogers. Photo: Nicole Wilson

Boop! The Musical Broadway star Jasmine Amy Rogers has partnered with Nashville-based Melody Place to exclusively release her albums. Rogers’ additional credits include Anita in Jelly’s Last Jam (Pasadena Playhouse), Gretchen Wieners in the National Tour of Mean Girls and Melody Green in The Wanderer (Papermill Playhouse) and Francis in the world premiere of Becoming Nancy (Alliance Theatre). Her TV credits include Evil on Paramount+.

Rogers was a Jimmy Awards finalist and appeared in Cabaret as Sally Bowles at the Manhattan School of Music where she studied Musical Theatre. Melody Place has been working with Grammy-winning producer David Foster on the Boop! The Musical cast album (for which Foster wrote the music), which is slated for release later this spring.

Maddox Batson To Launch ‘I Need A Truck Tour’ This Fall

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Maddox Batson. Photo: Lexi Lovelace

Maddox Batson is set to launch his 29-date headlining “I Need A Truck Tour” this fall, featuring support from Ashley Anne, Ryder Grimes and Kate Greene.

Kicking off Sept. 7 in Richmond, the tour will visit Orlando, Milwaukee, Kansas City and more. It will wrap with a homecoming show on Nov. 2 in Birmingham.

“It’s wild to be 15 and releasing a song about the anticipation of my first truck at the same time I’m announcing a tour – my family is good about reminding me to live in the moment and really take it all in, and I promise you I am,” shares Batson. “The band and I had the best time on the “Road to Indio Tour” and this last weekend at Stagecoach was sick – I was there just one year before as a fan in the crowd for Jelly Roll, so to play a tour that wrapped with a set there was a dream come true. As long as y’all keep showing up, so will we – we have the best fans in the world!”

Tickets will go on sale beginning this Friday (May 2) at 1 p.m. local time.

Batson is set to release the deluxe edition of his EP, First Dance (The After Party), via Prosper Entertainment/Warner Records on Friday (May 2). Along with the headline dates, he is scheduled to join Lainey Wilson’s “Whirlwind Tour” on select dates this September and October.

“I Need A Truck Tour” Dates:
September 7 – Richmond, Virginia @ The National
September 14 – Oxford, MS @ The Lyric
September 17 – Orlando, FL @ House of Blues
September 19 – Jacksonville, FL @ Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
September 20 – LaGrange, GA @ Sweetland Amphitheater
September 21 – Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues
September 23 – Columbia, SC @ The Senate
September 24 – Greenville, NC @ State Theatre
September 26 – Greensboro, NC @ Piedmont Hall
September 27 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore Charlotte
September 28 – Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
September 30 – Lexington, KY @ Manchester Music Hall
October 1 – Knoxville, TN @ The Mill & Mine
October 4 – Fayetteville, AR @ JJ’s Live
October 5 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Tower Theater
October 7 – Kansas City, MO @ The Truman
October 9 – Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
October 10 – Des Moines, IA @ Wooly’s
October 12 – Omaha, NE @ SteelHouse
October 14 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Elevation
October 21 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE
October 22 – Philadelphia, PA @ Brooklyn Bowl
October 24 – Huntington, NY @ The Paramount
October 25 – Wallingford, CT @ The Dome at Oakdale
October 26 – Boston, MA @ House of Blues
October 28 – Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
October 29 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring
November 1 – Brandon, MS @ City Hall Live
November 2 – Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Company

Ink Signs With Big Loud Records & Electric Feel Records

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Adéllyn Polomski (SALXCO, Manager), Ink and Seth England (CEO / Partner, Big Loud). Photo: Vinny

Grammy-nominated artist Ink has signed with Big Loud Records and Electric Feel Records with management by Salxco.

Born in Frankfurt, Germany and raised in Atlanta, Ink began her journey as a street performer in and around Atlanta. She counts influences ranging from R&B songwriters like Babyface and Tony Henry and the Southern rock of Creedence Clearwater Revival, to the confessional songwriting of Lauryn Hill and the godmother of rock’n’roll herself, Sister Rosetta Tharpe. As a writer she has co-penned the Cowboy Carter tracks “16 Carriages,” “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “Ameriican Requiem,” as well as the contender for biggest song of the year, Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther,” which is currently in its ninth week at the top of the chart. Ink has also collaborated with other artists including Jlo, Lil Nas X, Kehlani and more.

“Signing with Big Loud and Electric Feel Records feels like the beginning of a new chapter, one where I can truly embrace my sound and the stories I’ve been holding inside,” shares Ink. “It’s surreal, but I know this is where I’m supposed to be. With these labels, I finally feel like my music has found its home. I can’t wait to share what we’ve been working on.”

“Ink isn’t just pushing boundaries — she’s rewriting the map,” Big Loud CEO/Partner Seth England shares. “Her ability to weave country roots with raw energy and cinematic storytelling is something we haven’t seen before. She’s fearless, original and deeply connected to the moment we’re in. We’re proud to welcome her to Big Loud and honored to be part of what she’s building.”

“We are incredibly excited for Electric Feel Records and Big Loud to partner on Ink’s artist project,” adds Electric Feel Founder/CEO Austin Rosen. “Her authenticity, unique sound and fearless storytelling make her an ultimate powerhouse.”