Big Machine MusicFueling the Future of Music.3.5 out of 5
3.5 out of 5
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Big Machine Music is a heavyweight in the Nashville publishing scene, boasting an expansive catalog of over 14,000 songs and multiple chart-topping hits across genres. With placements on major tracks by artists like Luke Combs, Maren Morris, and Ariana Grande, BMM has racked up industry accolades, including consistent Top 10 Hot Country Publishing Corp rankings since 2017 and a 2025 nomination as Nashville Publisher of the Year. The company offers full-service publishing and notable support for both established and emerging writers. Still, creators should be aware that as part of the larger Big Machine Label Group ecosystem, the publisher operates within a major-indie hybrid model, which can mean industry-level contract terms and potential limits on creative control. On the upside, BMM’s track record with multi-genre success and syncs is hard to beat.
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Pros
Expansive multi-genre song catalog
Consistent industry recognition and awards
Successful placements on major, chart-topping songs
Full-service publishing support
Opportunities for sync and cross-genre collaboration
Cons
Major label infrastructure may limit creative control
Contract terms could be less favorable for new or independent creators
Association with past industry controversies (e.g., masters ownership disputes)
Key Features
Comprehensive music publishing
Exclusive co-publishing agreements
Catalog management
Song placement for sync and licensing
Support for both emerging and established writers
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