UMG Nashville Unveils Silver Wings Records With Flagship Artist Hueston
In a significant move aimed at supporting independent artists and creators, UMG Nashville has announced the launch of their new distribution arm known as Silver Wings Records. Signifying the official commencement of this initiative, the company has inked a deal with the talented singer-songwriter and producer, Hueston, who has been designated as Silver Wing Records’ flagship artist.
Silver Wings Records: A Game-changer for Independent Artist
Silver Wings Records, backed by the global distribution network of Virgin Music Group, is designed to provide custom campaign services for independent acts. Alongside, it presents numerous opportunities to develop and enhance these campaigns. Also, this new venture operates under its own staff directed by the UMG Nashville SVP of Business Development & Strategy, Charlene Bryant.
Hueston: A promising Start
Formerly recognized as the frontman of the indie/alternative duo The Blancos, Hueston is all set to showcase his sound and storytelling skills as a solo artist through his own label, Young Hueston, LLC, with distribution by Silver Wings Records. Drawing from his personal and professional experiences, Hueston’s music delves into overcoming depression and addictions, thereby setting the stage for a new life chapter. Enthusiastic fans can expect the release of his new music in the coming weeks.
UMG Nashville’s Take on the New Paradigm
UMG Nashville Chair & CEO Cindy Mabe expressed her excitement for this venture. She acknowledges the rapidly growing independent artist community and understands the need to provide resources to nurture this cohort. “Once I met Hueston and felt his music and what he was striving to do as an independent artist, I knew it was time to build the investment. Hueston and his team of collaborators have vision and direction and are building their own path around his soulful, emotional voice and his ability to mix darkness and light into his gift of music. It changes people. Like Hueston’s music, Silver Wings Records is intended to bridge and open the world of creativity to Nashville collaborators and country music artists.”, she said.
Hueston’s Excitement
Expressing his enthusiasm for this collaboration, Hueston says, “I’m looking forward to starting this next chapter of my career with the team at UMG Nashville. Cindy, Charlene, Chelsea, and Hannah saw the vision from the very first meeting and I automatically knew it was going to be a great fit.”
With the unveiling of Silver Wings Records and its determined flagship artist Hueston, it anticipates a fascinating musical journey for Nashville, contributing to the city’s rich cultural history whilst providing a promising platform for independent artists to be heard and grow.