Austen Adams Named Big Loud COO
• Veteran Nashville entertainment attorney and manager Austen Adams has been named Chief Operating Officer of Big Loud‘s label and publishing divisions, effective September 15.
Adams has operated a respected Nashville entertainment law practice for more than 15 years, representing both artists and behind-the-scenes players. He’s also well versed in the fields of digital distribution and intellectual-property protection, and has also served as a day-to-day artist manager. Adams was named to the national Leadership Music Class of 2018 and maintains membership in a wide range of legal professional and music business associations.
“Austen is coming to Big Loud at an exciting time,” said Seth England, CEO of Big Loud. “We’ve worked with him for many years and have watched him become a leader in this industry. Admired for his strong character and high moral standards, Austen’s reputation is second to none. These traits align perfectly with our company’s culture and we couldn’t be prouder to have him on board. With an amazing roster of artists, innovative executive team, and a family-oriented atmosphere, the future is even more bright at Big Loud.”
In his new capacity as Big Loud Records and Publishing COO, Adams will add firepower to the proven leadership pool which already includes CEO Seth England, as well as Lloyd Aur Norman (VP of Special Projects & Strategic Management), Candice Watkins (VP of Marketing), Patch Culbertson (VP of A&R), Stacy Blythe (VP of Promotion), Brianne Deslippe (VP of Promotion, Canada) and Tori Johnson (Sr. Director, Creative & Digital) on the label side, as well as Kimberly Gleason (General Manager), Samantha Jervey (Sr. Creative Director) and Michael Giangreco (Creative Director) on the publishing front.
Adams remarked, “I have been lucky enough to work closely with Big Loud’s founding partners for many years and can’t wait to join the incredible teams they have put together. I have always admired their talent, drive, and the cutting-edge approach they have taken in building such amazing companies. I couldn’t be more excited to become a member of the Big Loud family.” Adams can be congratulated at austen@bigloud.com.
