Tim Minchin To Release Debut Album This Year After Global Exclusive Label Deal

Australian legend Tim Minchin will release his first ever studio album this year after signing an exclusive global label deal. 

The beloved musician and comedian has signed the deal with BMG and will reveal the first single from the record, Leaving LA, on 13 March.

“I’ve been writing songs for 35 years, and have never released a studio album. Too many distractions," Minchin said.

"Signing with BMG has given me focus, and the confidence to aim for a record that isn’t defined by anyone else’s expectations. I’m loving the freedom, loving the process, and loving the team at BMG. They’re cool and nice."

The news follows the announcement that Minchin will perform at this year's Splendour In The Grass festival following his Helpmann Award-winning BACK tour, which saw the Perth artist perform over 75 shows.

“Tim Minchin is the rarest of talents – an incredible pianist, composer, playwright, actor and lyricist, amongst many other things," BMG Australia Managing Director, Heath Johns said.

"To have Tim sign his first ever record deal with BMG is a genuine honour for our entire team and a further indication that BMG is the destination for artists with international ambition and a demand to maintain creative control and ownership of their recordings.

"I know the world will fall in love with this absolute gem of a pop record and we can’t wait to help Tim share these songs."