The deal will see new records, live performances and archival releases personally curated by the artist released under the imprint.

Five new Willie Nelson albums will be put out as part of the deal in total with the first set for spring this year.

It's also something of a homecoming for the American legend, who had a number of top-selling singles and albums for Columbia Records between 1975-1993.

"I'm really happy to be back home with Sony Music. We have ...