101 Studios is expanding its footprint, establishing a new music department headed by Nashville-based Jon Borris.
As part of its expansion, 101 has partnered with Nashville-based Thirty Tigers for marketing, distribution and additional label services. Thirty Tigers is a global music marketing, distribution and management company for independent artists, with a focus on the Country and Americana music genres. Its roster includes Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Turnpike Troubadours, Lucinda Williams, Lupe Fiasco, Ryan Bingham, and Portugal. The Man, among others.
The department, headed by Borris, will sign artists and work in collaboration with the company’s film and TV divisions.
Borris joins 101 following a six-year tenure at Republic Records, where he worked with top artists, including Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen, Drake, Ariana Grande, Noah Kahan, The Weeknd, and Post Malone. Borris previously was with Sony Music Entertainment for 20 years, where he helped develop the careers of artists such as Adele, Beyoncé, One Direction, John Mayer, The Chainsmokers, Harry Styles, Shakira, and John Legend.
“Bringing in Jon to lead our new music department is yet another exciting expansion for 101 Studios, said COO David Hutkin. Jon brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this new role while establishing a base in the music hotbed, Nashville, TN.”
“Music has always been at the center of my career, and this new role is a thrilling chance to build something special at the crossroads of culture and sound with brilliant artists. 101 has an incredible legacy of producing impactful film and television, and I look forward to expanding that vision through music—creating experiences, partnerships, and projects that resonate with audiences in lasting ways. I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead and am extremely grateful to David Glasser, David Hutkin and Michele Newman for this amazing opportunity.”
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