MELODY PLACE
Melody Place is a boutique Nashville‑based record label and music publishing company founded in 2018 by Chairman Leigh Shockey. Known for its curated roster and artist‑first philosophy, Melody Place has quickly become one of the most distinctive independent labels in the industry.
Led by President/General Manager Sanborn McGraw and industry veteran Chief Operating Officer Tony Gottlieb, the label is expanding its footprint across multiple genres and developing artists with long‑term global appeal.
The current roster includes award‑winning country star Sara Evans, TONY‑nominated Broadway breakout Jasmine Amy Rogers, acclaimed vocalists Katharine McPhee, Pia Toscano, and Jackie Evancho, and rising Country artist Braden Hull. Melody Place also represents the estate of “England” Dan Seals.
Beyond recorded music, Melody Place co‑produced the Broadway hit Boop! The Musical, in a strategic partnership with legendary musician, David Foster. The production earned three Tony nominations, three Outer Critics Circle Awards and received 11 Drama Desk Award nominations. Boop! The Musical has begun touring internationally and kicks off in the US this Fall, further showcasing the company’s creative reach.
With features and recognition from Billboard, Broadway World, Country Now, GRAMMY.com, MusicRow, People, The New York Times, Variety, and more, Melody Place continues to solidify its reputation as one of Nashville’s most forward‑thinking independent label.
RECENT NEWS
“You Still Move Me” Featuring Marie Osmond and with the Late Dan Seals is Available Now
The Dan Seals Estate and Melody Place Records release “You Still Move Me” today, featuring the late Dan Seals and renowned entertainer Marie Osmond.
Global Entertainment Icon Marie Osmond to Reunite with the Late Dan Seals for “You Still Move Me”
Critically acclaimed actress, singer, and television personality Marie Osmond joins her late, former collaborator Dan Seals for “You Still Move Me,” arriving April 10.
Ned LeDoux Joins the Late Dan Seals For “God Must Be A Cowboy” New Duet Out Now
Today, the Dan Seals Estate and Melody Place Records release a profound new duet, “God Must Be A Cowboy,” featuring Ned LeDoux and the late Dan Seals.
Ned LeDoux Joins the Late Dan Seals on March 13 for Remake of “God Must Be A Cowboy”
Western country artist Ned LeDoux is paired with the late Dan Seals for a new duet of “God Must Be A Cowboy,” releasing March 13.
Melody Place Records’ Braden Hull Shares Sentimental Single “One More Cast”
Melody Place Records’ country riser Braden Hull releases the emotional single, “One More Cast,” today. In this vulnerable track, Hull comes to grips with the loss of his grandfather Ronnie Hull, whom he never had the chance to meet.
Jackie Evancho Lends Velvet Vocals To Late Dan Seals Track “Love Is The Answer”
Today, The Dan Seals Estate and Melody Place Records release new duet collaboration, “Love Is The Answer” – out now. Featuring classical / pop vocalist Jackie Evancho, the passionate ballad joins her smooth tone with Dan Seals’ solo track.
Jackie Evancho To Join The Late Dan Seals On Duet “Love Is The Answer” Coming February 13
The Dan Seals Estate and Melody Place Records are proud to announce the newest single from forthcoming album Dan Seals & Friends: The Last Duet, “Love Is The Answer,” releasing February 13.
Dan Seals, The Late Pop & Country Icon, Serves The Last Duet, Releasing August 28
Melody Place Records and the Dan Seals Estate are proud to announce The Last Duet, an album honoring the late, pop, country and adult contemporary singer/songwriter Dan Seals on August 28, 2026.
Platinum Selling Vocalist Sara Evans To Join The Late Dan Seals For Duet of Classic Hit, “Nights Are Forever” – Coming January 16
Melody Place recording artist Sara Evans joins the late Dan Seals for a duet of the timeless ballad, “Nights Are Forever.”
Melody Place Recording Artist Jasmine Amy Rogers Named Top 10 “Breakout Stars of 2025” by The New York Times
On Monday, The New York Times named Tony-nominated Broadway starlet Jasmine Amy Rogers to their “Top 10 Breakout Stars of 2025.” Rogers created the titular role in BOOP! The Musical, which earned her a Tony nomination, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, and additional nominations for Drama League and Chita Rivera Awards.
Award-Winning Broadway Star Jasmine Amy Rogers Releases Collaboration with the Late Dan Seals on “My Baby’s Got Good Timing” OUT NOW
Today, TONY-nominated Jasmine Amy Rogers and the late, multi-genre singer/songwriter Dan Seals are featured on “My Baby’s Got Good Timing,” a reimagined song from the Dan Seals Estate and record label Melody Place.
Award-Winning Broadway Star Jasmine Amy Rogers Announced on Collaboration With the Late Dan Seals on “My Baby’s Got Good Timing” November 14
Tony-nominated, Broadway star Jasmine Amy Rogers has been announced as the latest collaborator in a series of duets with the late multi-genre great, Dan Seals.
Jamey Johnson Joins The Late Dan Seals On “Three Time Loser” Available Now
Late, admired musician Dan Seals is paired with multi-platinum certified singer/songwriter, Jamey Johnson for a new take on the number one, uptempo Seals-penned classic, “Three Time Loser,” out everywhere now.
Jamey Johnson Joins The Late Dan Seals On “Three Time Loser” Coming October 17
Late, lauded musician Dan Seals is paired with multi-platinum certified singer/songwriter, Jamey Johnson for a recreated take on the number one, uptempo Seals-penned classic, “Three Time Loser,” releasing October 17.
“Everything That Glitters (Is Not Gold)” — Luke Bryan Joins The Late Dan Seals for Duet of Indelible Classic
Today, a new duets project from record label Melody Place launches with country superstar Luke Bryan joining the late Dan Seals on his 1986 chart-topper “Everything That Glitters (Is Not Gold),” co-written by Seals and Bob McDill.
Melody Place Expands Their Exceptionally Talented Artist Roster Signing Rising Country Music Singer/Songwriter Braden Hull
Melody Place is proud to announce the signing of rising country music singer-songwriter Braden Hull, marking a major milestone in the promising career of the 22-year-old artist hailing from Lexington, North Carolina.
Dan Seals Estate To Release Never-Before-Heard Nostalgic Song “Steal A Little Thunder,” Partner With Melody Place
The estate of beloved country music hitmaker and Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Dan Seals, has partnered with Nashville-based record label Melody Place.