Helping Singer-Songwriters Build Careers
Production • Publishing • Development
Major Label Artist Experience
Members of our production team bring experience working with some of the biggest names in music — from legends like Paul McCartney, George Strait, and Reba McEntire to modern stars including Taylor Swift, Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, and Lady Gaga.
For Serious Singer-Songwriters Only
We partner with committed artists in Country, Folk, Americana, Acoustic Pop, and Roots Rock — helping them take the next step in their careers.
What we do
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music publishing
Representing and protecting your songs while finding placement opportunities.
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artist development
Helping you refine your sound, strengthen your creative vision, and shape your overall brand.
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music production
Working with Nashville’s best musicians, engineers, and recording studios to create radio-ready tracks.
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Label Services
Support for your releases, marketing, and career growth.
Why CMG?
Proven track record of developing artists into financially viable independent and label-ready careers
Access to Grammy-winning musicians, engineers, and recording studios
Strategic release planning to maximize audience and industry impact
A relationship-driven approach that puts your artistry first
Artist Experiences
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“Working with Century Music Group completely changed my approach to music. They took the time to understand my goals and helped me release songs I’m truly proud of.”
— Emily R., Singer-Songwriter
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“Art Ward believed in my songs before anyone else did. With Century Music Group's help, I went from local gigs to booking my first regional tour and landing publishing opportunities.”
— Jake T., Americana Artist
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“From my first meeting with Art, I knew Century Music Group was different. It’s not just about recording — it’s about building a career.”
— Samantha L., Folk Artist
Hear the Difference
Listen to tracks recorded and produced by our team in Nashville.
All songs Produced by Art Ward for Century Music Group, Nashville
Recorded and Mixed by Justin Cortelyou and Art Ward
Recorded at Soultrain Sound, Sound Stage, Ronnie’s Place, and Sound Kitchen in Nashville, TN
Inside the Studio
Who We Are
Founded in 1999 by music producer and industry veteran Art Ward, Century Music Group is a Nashville-based company helping artists turn their creative vision into career momentum.
We believe in building genuine relationships with our artists — guiding them through every stage of their journey, from songwriting and recording to release and beyond. Whether you’re brand new or have years of experience, we meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go.
Art Ward, President - Century Music Group, Nashville
“Every artist deserves time and attention. It is my goal to help talented people realize their full potential.”
📘 The Ultimate 2025 Release Guide
70 pages of step-by-step strategies, tools, and checklists to help your music stand out in today’s crowded market.
What You’ll Get:
✔ A complete release roadmap (3 months out → launch week → beyond)
✔ 2025 strategies that work (social media, playlists, press & more)
✔ Tools & templates you can copy and use
💻 Instant PDF download + ♾️ free lifetime updates
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Ready to share your music?
Every submission is personally reviewed. We listen with respect for your work and your goals.
Note: We welcome submissions from singer-songwriters who perform their own material. We cannot consider lyric-only writers, non-performing songwriters, or AI-generated recordings.