Big Machine Music recently announced the advancement of Mike Molinar (left) and Alex Heddle (below), with Molinar now taking on GM status while Heddle serves as VP Publishing. The pair will continue to sign and develop the pubco's roster of acts like Jonathon Singleton, Brett Young, Josh Thompson, Laura Veltz and Jessie Jo Dillon, among others.

BMLG President/CEO Scott Borchetta said “Mike Molinar is a publisher’s publisher. He knows talent, he knows the streets and he knows and helps create the biggest opportunities for our writers and publishing staff. He’s always been the perfect executive to lead Big Machine Music.”

“Alex has been crucial to the success and exponential growth of Big Machine Music,” said Molinar. “His tireless efforts and strong hit song sense have helped him become one of the most trusted publishers among our artists and A&R community. I’m proud and grateful to have him on our team!”