Ziggy AlbertsIt’s a far cry from his days busking in Byron Bay, but now Ziggy Alberts is on the precipice of his next big chapter, signing a worldwide publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music.
Announced today, the newly-inked contract sees Warner Chappell Music expanding its global roster, encompassing Alberts' complete catalogue and future works, while also striking up a close collaborative partnership alongside Warner Chappell Music Nashville.
“Ziggy Alberts is one of Australia’s most captivating songwriters, and I’m thrilled to welcome him to Warner Chappell Music,” said Warner Chappell Music Australasia President Dan Rosen. This partnership reinforces our commitment to providing global opportunities and support for local songwriters.
“Our teams in Australia and Nashville, alongside our worldwide network of songwriters and producers, will work closely with Ziggy to amplify his creative voice and vision to ensure he continues to build his fanbase across the globe.
“I’d like to say a special thank you to Christina Wiltshire from our Nashville office for partnering with us in support of Australian talent.”
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“Ziggy is one of the most authentic and consistent artist-songwriters to emerge from Australia in the last decade,” echoed Warner Chappell Music Australia’s Senior A&R Manager, John Halstead.
“His independence, work ethic and connection with fans is genuinely rare. We’re incredibly proud to be partnering with him at Warner Chappell and excited to help support the next phase of his global journey.”
First entering the music world as a busker at the start of the 2010s, Alberts' began releasing his own music independently in 2012, issuing his debut album in 2013.
His third record, 2018's Laps Around The Sun, hit No. 9 on the ARIA charts, with opening song Love Me Now nominated for Song Of The Year at the 2019 APRA Awards. Each year since has seen him receive a nomination for Most Performed Blues & Roots Work of the Year, with Letting Go, Dancing In The Dark, and New Love all taking out the honour.
Alberts’ most recent album, New Love, arrived in February 2025 and hit No. 18 on the Australian charts.
“I am super excited to start this new chapter with Warner Chappell Music,” Alberts said of the new signing. “I felt a genuine connection with both the Australian and Nashville team, and can't wait to meet the rest around the world over the coming year.
“After spending a decade working hard on the touring and label side of the business, I can't wait to grow the publishing side of my career and I feel Warner Chappell is going to be the perfect partner to bring that vision to life.”
