Multi-nominated ACM Song of the Year songwriter Kat Higgins re-signs a publishing deal with BMG. Her recent #1 single “The Painter” by Cody Johnson is nominated for Song of the Year at the 2024 Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards.
"I love that BMG has always fostered my authentic voice and encouraged me to step out, take risks and have fun in songwriting," says Higgins. "Pat, Chris and Amy have been champions for me. I feel that warm homey feeling every time I’m around them and at the same time, I’m shocked that I get to work with these powerhouses. BMG and Pat Higdon together are my dream team. I’m so excited for this next chapter!"
Canadian born and raised, Higgins grew up playing and touring full time with her family's Irish folk band, which introduced her to the world of songwriting and eventually led to her settling in Nashville. Since landing in Music City, she has written songs that have been cut by the likes of Carrie Underwood, Cody Johnson, Kenny Chesney, Runaway June, The Lone Bellow, and more, as well as started releasing her own music. Higgins is truly making her mark on the Country Music scene with two number one hits and ACM Song Of The Year Nominations — the aforementioned “The Painter” and "Knowing You" by Kenny Chesney in 2021.
"BMG is thrilled to continue this creative journey with Kat Higgins," says Amy Hendron Scott, BMG's Director, Artists & Repertoire. "Kat is an amazing talent and we are honored to be on her team!
“Kat’s such a great writer!" says Pat Higdon, Patrick Joseph Music. "It's an honor to continue working with her and the wonderful BMG team!"
Photo Credit: Alysse Gafkjen
About Kat Higgins:
From Vancouver, Canada, Kat Higgins grew up singing Irish folk music with her siblings. Throughout her teen years, their family band toured full-time. Kat’s love of songwriting drew her to Nashville and after the band went on hiatus, she began writing for other artists. Since moving to Nashville, Kat has written songs recorded by Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney, Runaway June, The Lone Bellow and more. The BMG published songwriter celebrated her first number one at country radio with Kenny Chesney’s “Knowing You” and the song has since been nominated for ACM song of the year. She has also started putting out her own music and can be found on streaming platforms.