Primary Wave Music has launched the Sun Label Group, which brings together, under one umbrella, record labels: Sun Records, Gaither Music, Green Hill Music, Rural Rhythm and emeraldwave by Green Hill.
Paul Sizelove will oversee Sun Label Group as President.
According to the announcement, each label will retain “its unique structure, individuality, and respective teams”.
In addition to leading Sun Label Group, Sizelove will continue to spearhead day-to-day operations as President of Gaither Music Group.
Blake Davis will also remain in his role as General Manager of Green Hill Music.
According to the announcement, Sun Label Group is “deeply rooted in the rich history of its constituent labels” with a combined musical history “spanning 160 years”.
The announcement added: “This amalgamation not only honors the past but also sets the stage for exciting new musical experiences and platforms.
“As part of Primary Wave Music, Sun Label Group is committed to weaving together the past, present, and future of the individual labels that comprise the Group.
“This involves both meticulous safeguarding of the individual label’s legacies while breathing new life into the future to ensure their legacies grow.”
Primary Wave bought the legendary Sun Records in a $30 million deal in 2021, including masters for Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Primary Wave partnered with Gaither Music Group in 2019.
“With Paul stepping into the role of President of the Sun Label Group, we are ushering in a new era of innovation and collaboration.”
Dominic Pandiscia, Primary Wave Music/Sun Label Group
Dominic Pandiscia, Chief Strategy Officer, Primary Wave Music/Sun Label Group, said: “With Paul stepping into the role of President of the Sun Label Group, we are ushering in a new era of innovation and collaboration.
“His extensive network of partnerships and relationships will be invaluable as we continue to expand our reach and influence across the music industry. We couldn’t be more thrilled for Paul and the immense potential this represents for the Group overall!”
“As we launch Sun Label Group, we stand at the crossroads of musical heritage and innovation. This venture isn’t just about celebrating 160 years of extraordinary sound; it’s about forging a future where music continues to inspire, connect, and evolve.”
Paul Sizelove, Sun Label Group
Paul Sizelove added: “As we launch Sun Label Group, we stand at the crossroads of musical heritage and innovation.
“This venture isn’t just about celebrating 160 years of extraordinary sound; it’s about forging a future where music continues to inspire, connect, and evolve.
“Our rich legacy across Sun Records, Gaither Music, Green Hill Music, Rural Rhythm, and emeraldwave by Green Hill is just the beginning. The future of music starts here, and we look forward to developing new partnerships as we create new art, broaden our reach, and adapt to the ever-changing ways that people enjoy music.”
According to the announcement about the launch of the Sun Label Group, this coming year will see the release of a variety of projects across the Sun Label Group stable.
On Sun Records, this includes Mileage from “blues virtuoso” and 5-time Grammy nominee Ruthie Foster, Silver City from singer-songwriter Amy Helm, Melissa Etheridge’s I’m Not Broken: Live From Topeka Correctional Facility, Lean On Neon from Shawna Thompson of Thompson Square, and an upcoming blues project from ZZ Ward.
Gaither Music, the storied music company founded by Bill and Gloria Gaither, will release Foundations, the upcoming album from The Voice season 12 winner Chris Blue; Sunday School, a Tommy Sims-produced gospel album from season 9 winner of The Voice Jordan Smith; a new recording from Grammy-nominated, Grand Ole Opry and Gospel Music Hall of Fame members The Isaacs; as well as Christian music artist Joseph Habedank’s new record, I’m Free.
Several recordings will be accompanied by TV and DVD specials for the label’s ever-growing YouTube channel, which has seen over 3.5 billion views to date.
Green Hill Music, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, will showcase David Arkenstone’s Fairy Fantasy. Meanwhile, emeraldwave by Green Hill has just launched Out Of The Blur, the first ambient album by Eric Hilton of Thievery Corporation, and is launching additional projects via its partnership with ENDEL.Music Business Worldwide
