NEW YORK, NY. – Vocal duo, Haley & Michaels (Shannon Haley and Ryan Michaels), were dubbed Artists to Watch in 2016 by the Huffington Post after a breakthrough year as new artists. The real-life couple, who have spent their career independently writing and promoting their own music, have now signed with Sony/ATV Music Publishing and SONY/ATV label imprint Hickory Records out of New York.
Sony /ATV Music Publishing U.S. Co-president Danny Strick discovered the pair’s music and immediately felt compelled to get involved.
“I am excited to work closely with Haley & Michaels,” said Strick. “I believe that they have the potential to cross genres, both Country and Pop, and I look forward to providing opportunities to bring that to fruition.”
Haley & Michaels recently released their music on Spotify with Global Senior Editor/Music Programmer John Marks, where it was featured on the New Music Friday, New Boots, and Wild Country playlists, accompanying their breakout single “Giving It All (To You)”, which gained traction, thanks in large part to SiriusXM’s “The Highway.” The duo has accumulated over 10 million streams on Spotify and was discovered by Hoda Kotb who twice invited them to perform on NBC’s Today. They have also taken their music on the road opening for Sam Hunt, Brett Eldredge, Chris Young and Old Dominion.
“It’s a dream come true for us to have the opportunity to work with someone as forward thinking and passionate about music as Danny Strick. We are thrilled to be creating and releasing our new music with Sony/ATV and Hickory Records.” says Haley. “Danny not only understands us as artists but also shares our vision for where our music is heading. We couldn’t be more proud and excited to be part of the Sony/ATV family!” adds Michaels.