Overview
- Borchetta is departing Hybe America and will independently relaunch Big Machine Records after reacquiring the brand.
- Hybe will retain Big Machine Label Group assets, the existing distribution deal, and the publishing arm Big Machine Music.
- The Hybe-run operation will continue under a new label name, with leadership details expected to be announced shortly.
- Artists staying with Hybe’s roster include Thomas Rhett, Brett Young, Midland, Justin Moore, Carly Pearce, Preston Cooper, Jackson Dean, and Mae Estes.
- Statements from Hybe America CEO Isaac Lee and Borchetta describe the move as mutually supported; financial terms were not disclosed, and Hybe signaled further updates tied to its U.S. plans, including Nashville.