Big Machine Records
Big Machine Records is an American record label, distributed by Universal Music Group. Specializing in country and pop artists, Big Machine is based on Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee. The label was founded in September 2005 by former DreamWorks Records executive Scott Borchetta and became a joint venture between Borchetta and country singer Toby Keith. The company concentrates on publishing, management, and merchandising and oversees imprints, such as Valory Music, that are part of the Big Machine Label Group.
| Big Machine Records | |
|---|---|
| Parent company | Big Machine Label Group (Hybe Corporation) |
| Founded | September 1, 2005 |
| Founder | Scott Borchetta |
| Distributor(s) | Universal Music Group |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Location | Nashville, Tennessee |
| Official website | www |
The purchase of Big Machine Records by Scooter Braun's company, Ithaca Holdings, in 2019 resulted in a highly publicized dispute and controversy with American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift regarding the ownership of the masters to her albums for the label.