Swift is currently signed to Big Machine Records, a Nashville-based Universal Music Group label. Swift was the indie label’s first signed artist and set…
Swift is currently signed to Big Machine Records, a Nashville-based Universal Music Group label. Swift was the indie label’s first signed artist and set the precedent for the record label’s success in the following years. Swift does have the legal power to negotiate with other record companies as of right now, but cannot formally sign anything until November.
This isn’t the first time a power shift has shaken things up for Big Machine. The New York Post reported back in 2014 that owner Scott Borchetta was attempting to sell the label for over $200 million (he later decided not to). According to the same article, Swift’s family owns a piece of the label (although it is unclear exactly how much). To some, this could be a reason for Swift to stay with Big Machine. Another reason is Big Machine’s ability to grant her the rights to her previous albums, according to Forbes. Leaving her label would almost certainly keep these rights away from her.
FULL???? RAIN???? SHOW???? Last night we all danced together for 2 hours in the pouring rain – who knows what the Jersey skies will bring us tonight but we’re *ready for it*???? ????: @kevinmazur @gettyentertainment
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While Swift has yet to comment on the matter, it is clear she has a multitude of options to choose from. From staying with her current label to perhaps starting her own, Swift has a big decision to make.
Taylor Swift once defied all music industry laws by successfully crossing over from country to pop years ago. All eyes will be on her to see if she pulls off another industry-shaking transition in November.
