MAKE YOUR NEXT RECORD IN NASHVILLE.
Your song is going to compete with major-label records for the same playlists and radio adds.
It should sound like it can.
NASHVILLE MADE. BUILT TO COMPETE.
Century Music Group is a Nashville music company that builds each project around first-call Nashville session musicians, GRAMMY-nominated engineers, and premier recording studios—the same caliber of professionals behind major-label and nationally released records.
Members of our production team bring credits spanning George Strait, Reba McEntire, Taylor Swift, Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney, and more.
Century Music Group doesn’t simply record songs. We make records built to stand alongside major releases.
YOUR RECORD SHOULD SOUND LIKE IT BELONGS ALONGSIDE THE BEST.
FIRST-CALL NASHVILLE MUSICIANS • GRAMMY-NOMINATED ENGINEERS • PREMIER NASHVILLE STUDIOS • NASHVILLE SINCE 1999
BEYOND THE Record.
THE BEST RECORDS ARE BUILT ON RELATIONSHIPS.
Our work with an artist doesn’t necessarily end when the final mix is delivered.
We stay connected as their music moves forward, offering guidance around releases, creative direction, career development, and next steps.
For select artists and songs, those relationships may also lead to deeper artist development, publishing support, pitching, and other industry opportunities.
It starts with making the right record.
THE MUSIC IN MOTION.
Inside the Century Music Group recording process with independent artists, first-call Nashville session musicians, engineers, and production professionals.
VIDEO PRODUCTION
Century Music Group also produces professional video for artists, brands, businesses, and select creative projects.
Recent Recordings.
Hear recent Nashville records produced through Century Music Group.
READY TO MAKE YOUR NEXT RECORD?
FROM THE ARTISTS.
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“I honestly didn’t know exactly what to expect going into Nashville, but the songs came out better than I imagined. The musicians were incredible and everything sounded great. I’m really proud of the record we made.”
Daniel H. — Raleigh, NC
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“Everybody was great to work with and I never felt like they were trying to turn my music into something it wasn’t. They listened to what I wanted but also had ideas that made the songs better. The whole process was really professional and comfortable.”
Melissa K. — Lexington, KY
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“What I liked most was that it didn’t feel like I just paid somebody to record my songs and that was it. I felt like they actually cared about the music and what I was trying to do. I’d definitely work with Century Music Group again on my next project.”
Jason T. — Columbus, OH
Frequently Asked Questions
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Century Music Group is a Nashville music company specializing in professional record production for independent Country, Americana, and Folk artists.
We bring together experienced Nashville musicians, engineers, studios, and production professionals to make release-ready records at a major label-caliber level.
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We work primarily with serious independent recording artists and singer-songwriters in Country, Americana, Folk, and related roots-oriented music who are ready to make professional records in Nashville.
We focus on artists who perform their own material and want an experienced production team involved in shaping the record—not simply studio time or hired musicians.
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Century Music Group is a producer-led music company, not a recording studio for hire.
We build a Nashville production team around each project and oversee the record from pre-production through final master.
Our relationships with artists can also continue beyond the recording through release guidance, new music, future projects, and select industry opportunities.
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A home studio or local producer can record a song.
Century Music Group builds a team — first-call Nashville session musicians and Grammy-nominated engineers, working in premier studios — specifically so your record can compete with what's already on the radio and in playlists.
It's the difference between a song that exists and a record that's ready to compete.
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Every project begins with the artist, the songs, and the direction of the record.
Century Music Group handles pre-production, assembles the production team, and oversees recording, vocals, editing, mixing, and mastering through final delivery.
Recording takes place in Nashville with our production team at premier recording studios.
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Yes. Century Music Group's production process is built around recording in Nashville with our musicians, engineers, and studio team. Artists travel to Nashville for their recording sessions and lead vocals.
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Production budgets vary depending on the number of songs, scope of the project, and production requirements.
After hearing your music and understanding what you're looking to make, we'll recommend an appropriate project and discuss the investment directly with you.
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Yes. Artists retain 100% ownership of their master recordings unless a separate agreement specifically provides otherwise.
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Publishing is not required as part of a standard Century Music Group production relationship.
Century Music Group selectively works in music publishing and artist development when there is a mutual fit. Any expanded relationship is considered separately from the standard production agreement.
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Our relationship doesn't necessarily end when the masters are delivered.
Century Music Group stays connected with the artists we produce through new music, release and creative guidance, future recording projects, and other opportunities as they develop.
Some relationships may also grow into publishing, artist development, or deeper industry involvement.
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Tell us about yourself, your music, and what you're looking to make. Include links to 1–3 songs that best represent you as an artist.
If we believe Century Music Group may be a good fit for the project, we'll contact you to discuss the music and next steps.
Start The Conversation
We’re currently considering new recording projects. Share 1–3 songs that best represent you as an artist and tell us what you’re looking to make.
You'll receive a confirmation email after submitting your project.
If you don't see it within a few minutes, please check your spam or junk folder.
RESOURCES FOR INDEPENDENT ARTISTS.
Practical Tools, Guides & Professional Feedback
Whether you're preparing to record, planning a release, or looking for an experienced perspective on your music, Century Music Group offers practical resources designed to help independent artists move their music forward.
Explore recording and release guides, professional artist tools, resource bundles, and song evaluations from our Nashville team.
