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Sophomore Album Midwest Rock & Roll to release March 21
GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer/songwriter Ryan Hurd has signed with The Core Entertainment for management, marking an exciting new chapter in his career. Known for his distinct blend of modern country storytelling and rock-infused production, the Nashville-based Big Machine Records recording artist has accumulated more than one billion on-demand career streams, received numerous award nominations (CMA Awards, ACM Awards, CMT Music Awards, etc.), including two GRAMMY® Awards nominations and has scored multiple No. 1 hits as a singer and a songwriter. With a strong history of propelling artists to new levels, The Core will be supporting Hurd in furthering his artistic and commercial success.
The signing comes at a pivotal moment, as Hurd gears up for the release of his sophomore album, Midwest Rock & Roll, on March 21 via Big Machine Records. The 12-track project, which Hurd co-wrote in its entirety, provides a cinematic snapshot of heartland dreamers, paying homage to his midwestern roots and the journey of chasing a dream. His latest single, “Die For It“, written alongside Mark Holman and Randy Montana, explores love in all its complexities, from the highest highs to the lowest lows, and underscores the depth of Hurd’s artistry. The track sets the tone for the forthcoming album, which he describes as a coming-of-age record that feels like playing in your first band.
Pre-save Midwest Rock & Roll HERE and stream “Die For It”today.
“Ryan’s ability to seamlessly blend country storytelling with rock influences makes him a unique and powerful voice in today’s music landscape,” said Chief Zaruk and Simon Tikhman, co-founders and CEOs of The Core Entertainment. “His knack for crafting compelling music that resonates across genres is something we’re incredibly excited to support as he enters this next era.”
Signed to Big Machine Music for publishing, Hurd earned his place in Country music history writing PLATINUM No. 1 hits for Blake Shelton, Jordan Davis, Luke Bryan, Lady A, and Diplo/Morgan Wallen, in addition to writing many other hits for artists like Conner Smith and Breland. The 2022 ASCAP Country Award winner has toured with the likes of Sam Hunt, Thomas Rhett, Darius Rucker and Lady A in addition to his own headlining dates. His sophomore album, Midwest Rock & Roll, is slated for March 21. The highly anticipated 12-track project includes previously released tracks “Midwest Rock & Roll,” “Go To Bed Sober (ft. Sasha Alex Sloan),” “This Party Sucks” and “Die For It.”
Ryan will be managed by co-founders and CEOs Chief Zaruk and Simon Tikhman, and Brittani Johnson.
For the latest information and more, visit RyanHurd.com. .
ABOUT THE CORE ENTERTAINMENT:
The Core Entertainment is a dynamic, multi-faceted entertainment company specializing in talent development, management, and record label services. Since its founding in 2019 by Chief Zaruk and Simon Tikhman, The Core has been at the forefront of country music’s biggest success stories. 2024 marked a landmark year for the company, delivering chart-topping records, sold-out tours, and transformative success across the industry.
The Core’s artists dominated country radio, with Nate Smith’s “World on Fire” ranking as the #1 song on the Mediabase Country Year-End Radio Chart and cementing him as the #3 Most Played Country Artist of the Year. Bailey Zimmerman continued his meteoric rise with “Where It Ends” landing at #5 on the chart, marking his fourth consecutive #1 at U.S. country radio. Meanwhile, Josh Ross made waves in Canada, ranking as the #3 Most Played Canadian Country Artist, with his single “Ain’t Doin’ Jack” reaching #5 on the Canadian Country Year-End Radio Chart and crossing over to #25 on the Overall Year-End Radio Chart.
The Core’s impact extends beyond the charts, with its artists selling out major tours and redefining country music’s global reach. With a forward-thinking approach and an artist-first philosophy, The Core continues to shape the future of music.
For more information on The Core Entertainment, please visit https://www.thecoreentertainment.com/.