Chappell Roan Signs with New Manager
Chappell Roan has officially signed with Drew Simmons of Foundations Management. The news was announced by Simmons on his Instagram on Monday. Simmons expressed his excitement about working with Roan, stating that it is an honor to welcome her to Foundations.
About Drew Simmons and Foundations Management
Simmons is well-known for managing Noah Kahan, and his company, Foundations Management, also represents other artists such as Jazz-Pop Act Laufey and Rebecca Black. Rebecca Black initially gained fame with her viral YouTube song "Friday" and has since transitioned into a hyperpop act.
Background on Chappell Roan’s Career
The move to sign with Simmons comes after Roan parted ways with her previous manager, Nick Bobetsky, who managed her for most of last year. During that time, Roan’s album The Rise and Fall of a Midwestern Prince climbed to second in the charts and she performed at several headlining festivals.
Recent Achievements and Nominations
At the beginning of this year, Roan received six Grammy Award nominations, including nods in all four major categories, and won the award for Best New Artist. Her acceptance speech sparked a significant discussion in the industry as she called on major record labels to better support artist development and highlighted the complexities of healthcare for recording artists.
New Music and Future Plans
Roan has moved on from her Princess of the Midwestern era and recently released her long-awaited single "The Giver". The song debuted at number 5 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and also topped the Hot Country Songs chart. This new release marks an exciting new chapter in Roan’s career, and fans are eagerly anticipating what’s next for the talented artist.