CMT News

Kellie Pickler has signed a new record deal with Black River Entertainment. The label is home to Craig Morgan, Sarah Darling, Due West and Glen Templeton. Pickler parted ways with Sony Music earlier this year after releasing three albums for the company. "In looking for a label partner, I was really drawn to the Black River family because they hold similar values that I do," Pickler said. "From our initial meeting, it was clear to me how much the entire team respects the artists' musical vision, and I'm really looking forward to getting back into the studio to record and release new music to country radio."