Caiden Wallace Signs With Sony Music Publishing & Marv Green’s Out Yonder Music
Pictured (L-R, back row): Rusty Gaston, Kenley Flynn, Tom Luteran, Cam Caldwell and Chelsea Kent. (L-R, front row): Marv Green, Caiden Wallace and Anna Weisband. Photo: Amy Allmand
Singer-songwriter Caiden Wallace has signed with Sony Music Publishing Nashville, in partnership with songwriter Marv Green.
Through the new co-venture, Green’s Out Yonder Music will work alongside Sony to advance collaboration opportunities and deliver expanded creative support to its roster.
Hailing from Springville, California, Wallace recently made waves with his songs “More Than a Night,” “Manipulate” and “Don’t Call,” which have amassed millions of views across social media. He released his latest single “Girl I Never Had” on April 18, marking his first studio-produced track.
“It’s not every day that you come across someone with as much raw talent and unlimited potential as Caiden,” says Rusty Gaston, CEO of Sony Music Publishing Nashville. “His California roots are infused into every song he writes, and he is creating something special. We’re excited to welcome Caiden to SMP as we work alongside the incredible Marv Green to take Caiden’s career to even greater heights.”
“I’m so proud of Caiden Wallace and everything that he’s accomplished at the young age of 18,” says Green. “His spirited work ethic and his natural born artistry will translate to a major record deal sooner than later. It’s a privilege to announce him as my first writer at Out Yonder Music, alongside my team at Sony Music Publishing.”
“I feel truly blessed to be working with the amazing team at Sony Music Publishing in these early stages of my career,” adds Wallace. “With people like my uncle Marv Green, Anna Weisband, and Rusty Gaston in my corner, I’m confident I’m on the road that leads to a long and successful career.”
Ryan Necci Signs With Warner Chappell Music Nashville & Southern Pacific Music
Pictured (L-R): Scott Safford (Safford Motley PLC), Rod Hare (Southern Pacific Music), Ryan Necci, Erland Wanberg (Southern Pacific Music) and Christina Wiltshire (WCM).
Americana singer-songwriter Ryan Necci has inked a worldwide publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville & Southern Pacific Music.
A Wisconsin native, Necci was introduced to music by his parents’ country and folk records. Shortly after graduating from UW—Eau Claire, he founded Ryan Necci and The Buffalo Gospel, an alt-country group where he serves as lead vocalist. In 2013, they released their debut album We Can Be Horses and have released a collection of more records and EPs since.
In 2022, the band released “If I Was The Last Man,” penned by Necci, and has since garnered over 600k Spotify streams. This past March, the group released The Letting Go: Part 1, a six-track EP that will precede a new full length album later this year. In addition to his band, Necci has also worked with Lori McKenna, Jim Lauderdale, Stephen Wilson Jr., Flatland Cavalry, Ashley Monroe and Luke Grimes.
“The first time I heard Ryan Necci’s music I was stopped in my tracks, and he quickly became one of my favorite songwriters in Nashville,” shared Erland Wanberg, Co-Founder & CEO, Southern Pacific Music. “Ryan’s voice and lyricism are one of a kind; he’s a true artist and masterful storyteller. I’m so grateful to join his team alongside Christina Wiltshire and the Warner Chappell family.”
“I am beyond honored to be joining the Warner Chappell family,” adds Necci. “As a songwriter, you dream of finding a team that truly believes in what you do, and from day one, they’ve championed my work. It’s humbling and inspiring to be surrounded by such a passionate group. I couldn’t be more excited to start this new chapter and see where the songs take us.”
Braden Hull Signs With Melody Place
Pictured (L-R): Melody Place’s Sanborn McGraw, Braden Hull, Melody Place’s Tony Gottlieb and Leigh Shockey
Singer-songwriter Braden Hull has inked his first record deal with Melody Place.
Hailing from Lexington, North Carolina, Hull’s first independent release, “Falling Out of Love,” earned over one million views on TikTok and generated strong local radio airplay. Since launching his music career in 2023, the now Nashville-based artist has earned opening slots for talent such as Craig Morgan, Little Texas, Gavin Adcock, Vincent Mason, Rockie Lynne, The Dryes and more.
Hull is set to release his first single via Melody Place, “Coulda Been Love,” on May 16. Additionally, he will take the stage next week as part of the Melody Place Artists Round at Live In The Vineyard Goes Country in Napa, California.