The sheer number of artist signings announced on a weekly basis makes it difficult to keep up, no matter how closely you pay attention to the industry news cycle. That’s why every other Tuesday, Billboard compiles the latest signings to labels, distributors, agencies, management companies and more, in an effort to provide a snapshot of the latest moves in the artist space, from household names to indie stars to emerging acts.
First up this week is Cameron Whitcomb, known for songs including “Medusa” and “Quitter,” who signed with The Core Entertainment for artist management. Whitcomb’s debut album, The Hard Way, is set for release on Friday (Sept. 26) on Atlantic Records. The Core Entertainment, founded in 2019 by Simon Tikhman and Chief Zaruk, also represents Bailey Zimmerman, Nate Smith, Josh Ross, Nickelback and more. — Jessica Nicholson
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Shane McAnally signed with UTA for global representation in all areas. The agency will help expand McAnally’s business portfolio across TV, theater and live touring. As a songwriter, McAnally has written and produced more than 50 No. 1 songs, according to a press release. He has penned hits for Kelsea Ballerini, Kenny Chesney, Sam Hunt, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Keith Urban; was featured in the NBC reality competition series Songland; and co-wrote the Tony-winning musical Shucked with Brandy Clark. He also heads up the publishing and management firm SMACKSongs. McAnally continues to be managed by Robert Carlton, Makayla Symmonds and Marissa Turk Loar at SMACKSongs; his legal representative is Jason Turner at Keller, Turner, Andrews & Ghanem.
Check out the rest of the latest signings below.
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HRVY (Sqream Management)
Sqream Management, founded by Johan Söderholm, signed U.K. pop artist HRVY (“Personal,” “Good Vibes”) to its roster. According to a press release, HRVY has earned more than 2 billion streams globally and has a combined social media following of 15 million.
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Mackenzie Carpenter (Rich MGMT)
Rising country artist Mackenzie Carpenter signed with Rich MGMT. According to a press release, Carpenter has racked up more than 105 million streams globally. Earlier this year, she released her debut album, Hey Country Queen, which featured the single “I Wish You Would” featuring Midland. Carpenter started her career as a songwriter, notably co-writing tracks for Megan Moroney, including “I’m Not Pretty” and “Indifferent.” She’s currently supporting Jordan Davis on his North American tour and will tour with Riley Green next year. She’s signed to The Valory Music Co./Big Machine Label Group.
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Attawalpa (Daydream Library Series)
London-based South American multi-instrumentalist Luis Felber’s band Attawalpa signed to Thurston Moore and Eva Prinz’s Daydream Library Series label. Under the deal, Daydream will release the Dolby Atmos edition of Attawalpa’s album Experience. One of the album’s tracks, “True Love Trajectory,” was featured on the Netflix series Too Much, which Felber created with his partner, Lena Dunham. Attawalpa previously released the 2022 album Presence and two EPs.
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Kids That Fly (Giant Music)
Alt-pop-rockers Kids That Fly (“Kiss Her You Fool”) signed to Giant Music, which put out the band’s new single, “Girl Like Her,” from its forthcoming album set for release next year.
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Holly Brand (Music City Management)
Nashville-based boutique management firm Music City Management signed The Voice semifinalist Holly Brand. Founder Josh Petersen will oversee day-to-day management for Brand. Music City Management’s roster also includes Marc Martel and Jason Gray. Brand recently signed a publishing and recording deal with Integrity Music and is booked by Platform Artists. — Jessica Nicholson
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As It Is (FLG)
FLG, an imprint of Frontiers Label Group that’s dedicated to alternative and modern rock, signed pop-rock band As It Is. The group released “Lose Your Way & Find Yourself,” its first new music since 2018, on Sept. 10, with more to come next year.
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Ratboys (New West Records)
Chicago-based band Ratboys signed to New West Records, which released the group’s “Light Night Mountains All That” single on Tuesday (Sept. 23). The band is slated to tour North America early next year.
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Renny Conti (Mom + Pop Music)
Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Renny Conti signed to Mom + Pop Music. The label released his new single, “Valley Ford,” on Sept. 12. Conti will tour with Samia this fall and is slated to perform at Pitchfork Festival in Paris and London, followed by tour dates in Europe.
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Clay Street Unit (Leo33)
Nashville-based label Leo33 signed the band Clay Street Unit, which blends country-folk with bluegrass elements. The group includes mandolinist Scottie Bolin, bassist Jack Kotarba, banjoist Jack Cline, steel guitarist Brad Larrison, drummer Brendan Lamb and lead vocalist and singer-guitarist Sam Walker. The group has already released the EP A Mighty Fine Evening and is working on a follow-up project. Leo33’s roster includes flagship artist Zach Top, as well as Jason Scott & The High Heat, Jenna Paulette, Ashland Craft and Trey Pendley. — Jessica Nicholson
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Jared James Nichols (Frontiers Music Srl)
Frontiers Music Srl signed singer, songwriter and guitarist Jared James Nichols. The Nashville-based rock/blues artist is currently supporting the Michael Schenker Group in the U.S. and working on his fourth album.
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