Century Music Group logo, a Nashville-based music company.

Nashville, TN • EST. 1999

HELPING SINGER-SONGWRITERS MOVE FORWARD

Music Production • Publishing • Artist Development

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Why Century Music Group

Founded in Nashville in 1999, Century Music Group was built on the belief that great recordings are only part of the story.

We work with artists who want more than a finished record. Our focus is helping singer-songwriters strengthen their music, develop their direction, and create opportunities for long-term growth.

We value relationships, collaboration, and building meaningful careers over time.

Who We Work With

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

Meet Art Ward

Art Ward, founder of Century Music Group, in a Nashville recording studio.

Art Ward founded Century Music Group in Nashville in 1999 and continues to lead its production, publishing, and artist development efforts today.

For more than two decades, he has worked closely with singer-songwriters, helping them develop their music, navigate opportunities, and build careers with purpose.

His approach has always centered on relationships, collaboration, and long-term artist growth.

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.

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

  • “One of the best decisions I’ve made for my music.”

    — Sarah M., Nashville, TN

  • “I felt like my music mattered from day one.”

    — Jason R., Dallas, TX

  • “The relationship continued long after the recordings were finished.”

    — Michael T., Charlotte, NC

frequently asked questions

  • 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.

  • No. We focus on the quality of the songs, artistic potential, and overall fit rather than audience size alone.

  • No. A professionally recorded demo can help, but strong songs and authentic performances matter most.

  • No. There is no cost or obligation to submit your music for consideration.

  • No. We work with performing singer-songwriters who record and perform their own original material.

  • We primarily work with performing singer-songwriters in Country, Americana, Folk, Acoustic Pop, Roots Rock, and related styles.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

You’ll receive a confirmation email after submitting.
Every submission is reviewed individually, and we’ll reach out if there may be a fit.