Source: brochure / Warner Music Group
On Friday (February 2nd), Megan Thee Stallion and Warner Music Group announced that the Houston rap star has inked a historic deal that will allow her to maintain her independence as a musician while also having access to her powerful global services music company, ranging from radio promotion to global marketing.
“This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter in my life and career,” Megan said, according to a press release emailed to Hip-Hop Wired. “I'm really focused on building an empire and growing as an entrepreneur, so I'm proud to take this next step in my journey and work with Max Lousada and the entire team at Warner Music Group in this new capacity. I know we will create history together.”
In the deal, Meg will release music through Hot Girl Productions – her independent music and entertainment entity – and simultaneously works with Warner Music and its international affiliates.
She will also retain full creative control over her music releases along with the option to bring artists signed to her imprint into the WMG ecosystem.
“Meg is more than just a superstar,” WMG Recorded Music CEO Max Lousada said in the release. “She is an artistic force and a mogul in the making – authentic and unapologetic in defining her own unique place in the cultural landscape. So many relate to her remarkable story and have seen her come to power on her own terms. At Warner, we create an environment where original talent can explore both their creativity and entrepreneurship while building long-lasting careers. Following her success with 300, we are excited to continue our journey with Meg through this dynamic new partnership, with our global teams, infrastructure and expertise supporting her every step of the way.”
The announcement was also celebrated by Meg's management company, Roc Nation. Company CEO Desiree Perez wrote: “Megan continues to be the ultimate trailblazer,” she added. “This new chapter with Warner Music Group will change the landscape of the music industry and empower other independent artists to follow in its footsteps and claim their power. It's also a testament to Max's ability to rethink the relationships that major music labels can form with independent artists.”
The deal comes after the superstar was recently named a brand ambassador for Planet Fitness, starring in an ad and releasing a line of merchandise.
The superstar rapper is also topping the charts with her single 'HISS', which has already reached No. 1 on the Apple Music Global Charts, US Spotify Charts, iTunes and YouTube Trending last week from its circulation.
Megan stopped Good morning America last week and announced that he has a new album coming out soon and that he has one Hot summer girl Tour on the road.
“Oh, we have the tour this year. The Hot Girl Summer Tour it's going to be 2024, summer,” the Houston rapper said during her GMA appearance. “I feel like I've never been able to be out doing my own thing in the summer like 2019. So this will be the first time I've put out an album in time for the summer. I want to give hotties the Megan Thee Stallion experience.”
