Hobson Joins Big Loud For Southeast Promo

• Big Loud Records welcomes Duane Hobson as its new Director of Promotion (Southeast). A Nashville native and longtime A&R expert, Hobson has spent more than 20 years making an impact on many high-profile organizations. After graduating from Nashville State Community College, Hobson serve in various A&R capacities with RCA Records, Sony/BMG and Sony Music Nashville. He also served as an A&R Industry Consultant for the University of Georgia’s Music Business Department, as well as Kennesaw State University’s Joel A. Katz Music and Entertainment Business Program. Most recently, Hobson worked as A&R Collaborative Manager/Tour Manager at Edge Artist Management, and has also consulted for Intercept Music, as well as numerous independent artists and producers.

Hobson reports to SVP of Promotion, Stacy Blythe, who remarked, “I’ve been waiting quite some time to have a spot on this team for Duane. He’s already beloved in our industry and we are honored that he chose Big Loud Records as the home for his return. Duane’s passion and positivity are abounding, and I know our radio friends in the Southeast are going to love him.”

Blythe will now work side-by-side with fellow Director of Promotion (Southeast), Sarah Headley to promote Big Loud’s roster across the Southeast region. The pair take over from former Regional Director Tyler Waugh, who was recently elevated to National Director of Promotion. “It’s an honor to join a company that invests heavily in the individuals and in the culture that they have come to be known for,” said Hobson. “I’m looking forward to being on the front lines daily in the Southeast representing this amazing artist roster with Big Loud Records.” Hobson can be congratulated at duane@bigloud.com. [Photo credit: Chris Hornbuckle]