Singer-songwriter ERNEST has signed a global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music Nashville. The agreement marks a new chapter for the artist, previously with Big Loud. ERNEST is set to release his third album, Deep Blue, later this year.
Singer-songwriter ERNEST, acclaimed for his songwriting contributions to major country hits, has entered into a global publishing agreement with Warner Chappell Music Nashville. The deal follows his tenure with Big Loud and comes ahead of his upcoming third full-length album, Deep Blue, slated for release this year. ERNEST will also receive honors at the CMA Triple Play Awards in April for his work on Post Malone's 'Guy for That' featuring Luke Combs, as well as Morgan Wallen's 'Just in Case' and 'I Got Better.' His catalog includes notable tracks such as his own 'Flower Shops' with Morgan Wallen, Post Malone and Wallen's 'I Had Some Help,' Ella Langley's 'Lovin' Life Again,' Jelly Roll's 'Son of a Sinner,' Wallen's 'You Proof' and 'I’m The Problem,' and Kane Brown's 'One Mississippi.' Austen Adams, president of WCM Nashville, praised ERNEST in a statement: “Ern is an innovative songwriter and artist who consistently defies genre boundaries to find the heart of a great song. Having worked with him for some time, I can truly say he is a generational talent with an undeniable work ethic. Our entire Warner Chappell team is honored to be his long-term partner in this next chapter of his career.” ERNEST echoed the sentiment: “This next chapter with Warner Chappell feels like an extension and expansion of the family. I always loved working with Austen Adams while he was at Big Loud, and have loved getting to know the team here. Looking forward to everything that’s ahead.” The partnership underscores ERNEST's rising influence in Nashville's music scene.