Hybe America Relaunches Big Machine Label Group as Blue Highway Records, Appoints Jake Basden as CEO

Following Scott Borchetta’s departure last week, Hybe America has announced the relaunch of Big Machine Label Group as ...

Jake Basden Named Head of HYBE AMERICA’s New Country and Americana Label, Blue Highway

Jake Basden has been named head of HYBE AMERICA's new country and Americana label, Blue Highway, after the departure of Scott Borchetta.
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HYBE AMERICA launches Blue Highway Records in Nashville, names Jake Basden as CEO

HYBE AMERICA’s Nashville-based country, Americana, and roots rock division has been rebranded as Blue Highway Records ...

Scott Borchetta Departs HYBE AMERICA & Buys Back Big Machine Records Name, HYBE Retains Big Machine Label Group Assets

Big Machine Label Group CEO/founder Scott Borchetta is departing HYBE America five years after HYBE’s purchase of Ithaca Holdings in 2021 for $1.05 billion. Ithaca Holdings purchased Big Machine Label ...

Scott Borchetta Leaving Hybe America, Sets Big Machine Records Relaunch

Scott Borchetta is leaving Hybe America and is planning to relaunch Big Machine Records. Hybe acquired the Big Machine Label ...
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From HYBE to YG, SM and beyond: Countdown to 2026 intensifies as powerhouse agencies aim to rewrite K-pop's next era with new groups

HYBE, SM, YG, and other major K-pop agencies are preparing to debut new groups in 2026, promising another thrilling year for the industry. These launches will showcase fresh talent and ignite fierce ...
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HYBE’s US restructure, Weverse turns profitable and concerts boom: 3 things to know from the K-pop giant’s latest earnings call

HYBE’s latest earnings call offered a clear signal of where the K-pop giant’s priorities lie in 2026: the return of BTS. All ...