Nashville, TN • EST. 1999
HELPING SINGER-SONGWRITERS MOVE FORWARD
Century Music Group helps singer-songwriters create exceptional recordings, develop their music, and build momentum through music production, publishing support, and artist development.
Country • Americana • Folk • Acoustic Pop • Roots Rock
Why Century Music Group
Century Music Group is a Nashville-based music company focused on artist development, music production, and publishing support for singer-songwriters.
Founded in 1999, we work with artists in Country, Americana, Folk, Acoustic Pop, Roots Rock, and related genres.
We believe great recordings are only part of the story. Our focus is helping artists strengthen their music, develop their direction, and create opportunities for long-term growth.
Who We Work With
Century Music Group works primarily with singer-songwriters who are serious about developing their craft and building a career in music.
Some artists are preparing their first professional release. Others have already released music, built audiences, and established momentum. There is no single path.
What matters most is the quality of the songs, a commitment to growth, and a genuine desire to keep moving forward.
We are typically a good fit for artists who:
✓ Write and perform their own original music
✓ Are committed to improving their craft
✓ Are ready to invest in their music and artistic growth
✓ Value long-term relationships and collaboration
✓ Want to build something meaningful with their music
Genres We Commonly Work With
Country • Americana • Folk • Acoustic Pop • Roots Rock • Related Singer-Songwriter Styles
Meet Art Ward
Art Ward founded Century Music Group in Nashville in 1999. Since then, he has worked with artists, songwriters, musicians, producers, engineers, publishers, and other music industry professionals across a wide range of projects and genres.
His approach has always centered on relationships, artist development, and helping artists build meaningful careers over time.
Rather than focusing solely on recording music, Art works closely with artists to strengthen their music, identify opportunities, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose.
Great recordings can open doors.
What artists do after those
doors open often matters even more.— Art Ward
LISTEN TO THE MUSIC
Explore a selection of projects developed through Century Music Group.
Country • Americana • Folk • Acoustic Pop • Roots Rock
Produced by Art Ward for Century Music Group.
Recorded and mixed by Justin Cortelyou at leading Nashville recording studios including Sound Kitchen, Sound Stage, Soultrain Sound, and Ronnie’s Place.
FEATURED VIDEOS
Nashville studio sessions, artist performances, and music videos.
What Artists Are Saying
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“One of the best decisions I’ve made for my music.”
— Sarah M., Nashville, TN
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“I felt like my music mattered from day one.”
— Jason R., Dallas, TX
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“The relationship continued long after the recordings were finished.”
— Michael T., Charlotte, NC
frequently asked questions
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No. Century Music Group works with artists throughout the United States. While many projects involve recording in Nashville, artists are welcome regardless of where they are located.
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No. We focus on the quality of the songs, artistic potential, and overall fit rather than audience size alone.
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No. A professionally recorded demo can help, but strong songs and authentic performances matter most.
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No. There is no cost or obligation to submit your music for consideration.
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No. We work with performing singer-songwriters who record and perform their own original material.
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We primarily work with artists in Country, Americana, Folk, Acoustic Pop, Roots Rock, and related singer-songwriter styles.
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We review every submission individually and look for strong songs, artistic potential, commitment, and a genuine fit with the artists and projects we choose to develop.
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We review every submission personally. If we believe there may be a fit, we’ll reach out to start a conversation and learn more about your music and goals.
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Yes. Artists retain ownership of their master recordings and all revenue generated from them.
Apply For Consideration
If you’re a performing singer-songwriter with great songs and a desire to grow, we’d love to hear your music.
We work with performing singer-songwriters in Country, Americana, Folk, Acoustic Pop, Roots Rock, and related styles.
You’ll receive a confirmation email immediately after submitting. If you don’t see it, please check your spam or junk folder. Every submission is reviewed individually, and we’ll reach out if we believe there may be a fit.