Big Machine Keeps Turning
• Big Machine Music, the publishing arm of Big Machine Label Group announced the promotion of Mike Molinar to General Manager and Alex Heddle to Vice President, Publishing. Molina (left) and Heddle (right) will continue to sign and develop BMM’s stable of hitmakers like Jonathan Singleton, Brett Young, Josh Thompson, Laura Veltz and Jessie Jo Dillon, among others.
Big Machine Label Group President/CEO Scott Borchettacommented, “Mike Molinar is a publisher’s publisher. He knows talent, he knows the streets and he knows and helps create the biggest opportunities for our writers and publishing staff. He’s always been the perfect executive to lead Big Machine Music and his track record speaks for itself. Richly deserved!”
Molinar said, “I’m grateful to Scott Borchetta, Andrew Kautz and Malcolm Mimms for their continued faith in me to lead this team. The cultural impact of our hits is a testament to the work of our incredibly dedicated BMM staff, talented songwriters, publishing partners and colleagues at BMLG’s A&R and Rights Management teams. This is just the beginning and I look forward to continuing our growth.”
Heddle joined BMM in 2013 and has been instrumental in the signing and daily development of hit songwriters Maddie & Tae, Josh Thompson, Jessie Jo Dillon, Trent Harmonand Benjy Davis. “Alex has been crucial to the success and exponential growth of Big Machine Music,” said Molinar. “His tireless efforts and strong hit song sense have helped him become one of the most trusted publishers among our artist and A&R community. I’m incredibly proud and grateful to have him on our team!” Heddle commented, “The level of talent on BMM’s songwriter roster is truly humbling. It’s an honor to represent their songs and careers on a daily basis. I am grateful to Scott Borchetta and Mike Molinar for their continued support and am excited to continue the high trajectory of this team.”
Molinar can be congratulated at 615- 324-9321 or at mike.molinar@bigmachinemusic.com; you can contact Heddle at 615-324-9320 or alex.heddle@bigmachinemusic.com. [Molinar & Heddie photos by Alex Ferrari]
