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K. Michelle Signs First Record Deal as Country Artist, Album & Tour to Follow

K. Michelle has been making the transition from R&B into Country for the past few years and she’s made another big step in following her dreams. She is officially signed to a new label, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville.

Photo ID (L-R): Peter Strickland (BMG), Katie Kerkhover (BMG), JoJamie Hahr (BMG), John T. Rose (Fox Rothschild), Jon Loba (BMG), K. Michelle, Gina Miller (Off The Bench Management), Leron E. Rogers (Fox Rothschild), Quinn Bauducco (BMG)

The multi-talent is not only an accomplished singer, songwriter, guitarist, yodelist and pianist with multiple Billboard charting albums has created her own lane and incorporated Country-style elements throughout her music prior to this point, especially with her last album “I’m The Problem.”

“I have been ready. I am grateful for this moment,” K. Michelle said. “Rebels and Real Outlawz, it’s time! I am excited and want to thank my BMG Team. I am happy to finally sing the music I grew up on. I am a country girl at heart and can’t wait to share my country music with you.”

K. Michelle introduced her alter-ego, PUDDIN, with the Country song “Tennessee” on her last album. Giving fans a taste of what she has in store.

“When we first met K. Michelle, she radiated her passion for country music,” Katie Kerkhover, VP, A&R at BMG said. “It’s the fabric of who she is because the lyrics represent truth. She’s built an incredible fanbase with her unique vocals anchored with storytelling at its heart and that is what transcends genres.”

K. Michelle was featured on the acclaimed “A Tribute To The Judds” in 2023, singing “Love Can Build A Bridge” alongside Jelly Roll and Fisk Jubilee Singers, and performed the song live at The 57th Annual CMA Awards.

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