Brantley Celebrates An Exciting New Chapter In His Career

“We’ve got some big things on the horizon…”

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Madeleine O’Connell

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October 6, 2025

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Brantley Gilbert; Photo by Alexa Campbell 

Brantley Gilbert has just signed with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, marking the start of a major new chapter in his career. The announcement was made on stage during the MULTI-PLATINUM-selling country artist’s recent Nashville stop as part of his current headlining Tattoos Tour.

Jon Loba, BMG Americas President of Frontline Records was on hand alongside the BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville team in commemorating the milestone moment with Gilbert over the weekend.

BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s VP, A&R Camille Kenny, Brantley Gilbert’s Tour Manager Corey Roberson, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s EVP, Recorded Music JoJamie Hahr, BMG Americas President, Frontline Recordings Jon Loba, Brantley Gilbert, Red Light Management’s Aaron Keiser, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s General Manager Peter Strickland, BMG’s VP, Global Content & Creative Jen Morgan & Red Light Management’s Tom Lord; Photo by Brian Vaughan
BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s VP, A&R Camille Kenny, Brantley Gilbert’s Tour Manager Corey Roberson, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s EVP, Recorded Music JoJamie Hahr, BMG Americas President, Frontline Recordings Jon Loba, Brantley Gilbert, Red Light Management’s Aaron Keiser, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s General Manager Peter Strickland, BMG’s VP, Global Content & Creative Jen Morgan & Red Light Management’s Tom Lord; Photo by Brian Vaughan

Reflecting on this partnership, the 7x No. 1 hitmaker expressed pure excitement for the next chapter in his career and the opportunities ahead.

“I’m fired up to kick off this next chapter with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville,” shares Gilbert. “They support their artists in ways that really move the needle, and it means a lot that they believe in what we’re building and want to be a part of it. We’ve got some big things on the horizon, and I’m looking forward to having this crew in my corner as we take it to the next level.”
 
“I’ll never forget years ago when JoJamie Hahr came into my office on fire about an independent artist named Brantley Gilbert,” adds Loba.”From my first listen, it was easy to hear what she was so excited about. He proved her right, exploding into the mainstream of Country music. He continues to be one of the most exceptional writers of today with the live show to match. We saw the rabid connection he’s built with his audience again Friday night at First Bank Amphitheater. JoJamie and I dreamed of one day working again with Brantley. Luckily for us and BMG, dreams come true!”

Photo Courtesy of Brantley Gilbert
Photo Courtesy of Brantley Gilbert

To date, Brantley Gilbert has amassed over 8.3 BILLION career streams and boasts consecutive PLATINUM-selling albums. He has also achieved seven chart-topping No. 1 hits, including the RIAA 7x PLATINUM “Bottoms Up;” 2x PLATINUM “Country Must Be Country Wide;” 2x PLATINUM “You Don’t Know Her Like I Do;” 2x PLATINUM “One Hell of An Amen;” and the PLATINUM-certified “What Happens In A Small Town.” Additionally, he’s credited as the songwriter behind ACM Artist of the Decade and now labelmate Jason Aldean’s massive No. 1 hits, “My Kinda Party” and “Dirt Road Anthem.”

A driving force in modern country’s rock-and-rap evolution, this ACM, CMA, and AMA award-winning artist began his musical journey in 2009 and has continued to build a legacy of powerful storytelling that combines his passion for hard work with humble faith, and fearless storytelling.

Named after his latest album, Gilbert’s Tattoos Tour launched at the top of the year and will continue running from coast-to-coast across North America through February 2026.

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Madeleine O’Connell graduated from North Central College with a bachelors degree in Journalism and Broadcast Communications before deciding to pursue her studies further at DePaul University. There, she earned her masters degree in Digital Communication & Media Arts. O’Connell served as a freelance writer for over two years while also interning with the Academy of Country Music, SiriusXM and Circle Media and assisting with Amazon Music’s Country Heat Weekly podcast. In addition to Country Now, she has been published in American Songwriter, Music Mayhem, and Holler.Country. Madeleine O’Connell is a member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.