Sony Music Publishing Nashville, in partnership with Taycan Entertainment, has signed rising songwriter and producer Jared Conrad to a worldwide publishing deal.
Conrad is a platinum-certified songwriter and producer whose work spans modern country, Americana and pop. He has secured cuts with Cody Johnson, Lee Brice, Brothers Osborne, Ian Munsick, Randall King, Mitchell Tenpenny and Austin Snell, among many others.
His credits also include co-writing Pentatonix and Meghan Trainor's Kid On Christmas from Pentatonix's Grammy-nominated album Holidays Around The World, and most recently producing Aaron Loy's Take It Easy Cowgirl.
Conrad’s recent releases include Fool Proof by Cody Johnson ft. Brothers Osborne, 1000 Lifetimes by Gareth, Earn Your Spurs by Ian Munsick and What Would You Do by Tyce Delk. He is also working on upcoming projects for Stephen Wilson Jr, Tyler Braden and Mitchell Tenpenny.
Jared Conrad said: "I honestly could not dream up a better fit than Taycan and Sony. Blake has firmly established his reputation as one of the hardest working, well-connected and most strategic publishers in town, on top of being one of the most well-liked and respected people amongst both songwriters and other publishers alike. Plus, as a producer, getting to work with Scott is an undeniably exceptional opportunity. Very grateful to be a part of this team and excited for what’s in store!"
Jared is an incredible talent whose versatility and creativity truly set him apart
Rusty Gaston
Blake Duncan, partner, Taycan Entertainment, said: “Jared’s work ethic and talent is elite. Taycan is proud to team up with Sony Music Publishing and Jared to shine a light on his talent and strive to tee him up to be one of the top creatives in our industry!”
Scott Hendricks, partner, Taycan Entertainment, said: “We are lucky to bring Jared into our family. He is a force to be reckoned with both as a songwriter and producer. We are excited to watch his star rise.”
Sony Music Publishing Nashville CEO Rusty Gaston added: “Jared is an incredible talent whose versatility and creativity truly set him apart. His track record of success speaks volumes, and it feels like he’s only scratched the surface. We’re delighted to welcome him to Sony Music Publishing alongside our partners at Taycan.”
PHOTO: Back Row, (L-R): Rachel Guttmann (Gutt Law), Scott Hendricks (Taycan), Brandon Perdue (BPM), Cam Caldwell (SMP); Front Row, (L-R): Blake Duncan (Taycan), Jared Conrad (credit: Savannah Spencer)
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