WCM Nashville Promotes Kayce Russell
Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville has promoted Kayce Russell to Manager, Creative Services and A&R Operations. In her new role, Russell will oversee all digital initiatives for Nashville songwriters and artists, with a focus on artist development. She will report to Austen Adams, President, WCM Nashville, serving as a key lead for A&R operations and identifying meaningful opportunities for songwriters to connect with fans.
“I’ve had the most rewarding and transformative six and a half years at Warner Chappell, and I am so excited to step into this new chapter of my career,” shares Russell. “I’m deeply grateful to Ben Vaughn for all of the opportunities that have led me to this point along with Jessi Vaughn, Phil May, and the entire team. I’m also thankful for Austen’s support and look forward to collaborating closely with him. Ben taught me that songwriters are the heart and soul of this community, and I am so proud to continue uplifting and supporting our roster in new and meaningful ways.”
“It doesn’t take long to see how highly regarded Kayce is by the entire team and the songwriting community,” adds Austen Adams, President, WCM Nashville. “She’s already made a tremendous impact through her creativity and dedication, and this new role will give her even more opportunity to shape how we support our writers. I’m excited to watch her continue to grow.”
Russell began her career at WCM in 2018 as an administrative assistant, reporting to the late Ben Vaughn, President and CEO, WCM Nashville. She moved up to executive assistant in 2021, taking on responsibilities as the events lead, and managing current and historic databases, in addition to other administrative tasks. Throughout her career at WCM, Russell has been a key member, steadily handling A&R operations and serving as a liaison between the Nashville office and broader business units. In 2018, she earned a bachelor’s degree in strategic marketing from Western Kentucky University, while interning at Sandbox Management and the Country Music Association.
