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New West Records is a record label based in Nashville and Athens, Georgia. It previously had offices in Burbank, California and Beverly Hills, California.[2] From 2013 to 2018, New West's records in the U.S. were distributed by Alternative Distribution Alliance,[3] and since September 2018, Redeye Distribution has taken over U.S. distribution.[4] New West Records exclusively releases CDs and DVDs for the award-winning television program Austin City Limits.[5]
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New West Records was founded in 1998 by Cameron Strang with the mission of promoting “real music for real people.”[6] Over the years, the label became a key player in the Americana, indie rock, and alternative country scenes, releasing albums that topped the Billboard Top 200 and earned Grammy recognition.[7]
In 2007 and 2008 New West was recognized by NARM as the entertainment software supplier of the year. [8]
In 2010, New West Records acquired Antone’s Records and Watermelon Records, two labels with a focus on Texas blues, soul, and rock. This acquisition expanded New West's catalog and contributed to its presence in the roots and Americana music scenes.[9]
In 2011, Cameron Strang left New West to take on the role of CEO of Warner Chappell Music, marking a significant transition in the label's leadership.[10]
In 2014, John Allen was named President of New West Records and its various imprints. Under his leadership, the label's operations were consolidated, and the main office was moved to Nashville, further establishing New West's presence in the heart of the Americana and country music scenes.[11]
New West executive George Fontaine Sr received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 Americana Music Honors & Awards for his work with the label.[12]
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Artists
New West Records is home to a number of Grammy Award-winning artists including Dwight Yoakam, Steve Earle, Rickie Lee Jones, Kris Kristofferson, and Delbert McClinton. The label roster features Sara Watkins, 49 Winchester, Los Lobos, Ben Folds, The Devil Makes Three, JD McPherson, Buddy Miller, Corb Lund, Nikki Lane, Rodney Crowell, John Hiatt, James McMurtry, Caroline Rose, Richard Thompson, Nada Surf, Sunny War, The Wallflowers, Jaime Wyatt, and more.[13] The catalogue includes releases from Drive-By Truckers, Jason Isbell, All Them Witches, Shovels & Rope, Justin Townes Earle, Patty Griffin, Old 97's, Ron Gallo, Vic Chesnutt, Aaron Lee Tasjan, American Aquarium, and Tony Joe White.[14]
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New West Records has received numerous award nominations and wins, including recognition at the Grammy Awards and Americana Music Awards.[15]
Grammy Awards
Americana Music Honors & Awards
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