Scott Borchetta
Record executive and entrepreneur
Born
July 3rd, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A record executive and entrepreneur founded Big Machine Records in 2005, specializing in country music. Launched the careers of several prominent artists, including Taylor Swift and Brantley Gilbert. Expanded the label's influence within the industry and contributed to the growth of the country music genre through innovative marketing and artist development strategies.
Founded Big Machine Records
Signed Taylor Swift
Developed Brantley Gilbert's career
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