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Blake Duncan and Scott Hendricks have announced the formation of TAYCAN Entertainment, an independent music publishing and artist and repertoire company positioning itself as a nimble alternative to larger industry players. According to industry reports, Duncan assumes the role of president in the new venture, signaling a significant move by established music industry figures striking out independently during a period of consolidation across the sector.
The launch reflects broader trends in Nashville's music business ecosystem, where experienced executives continue to explore independent models that offer artists and songwriters more personalized management and publishing support. The formation of TAYCAN comes as the music industry experiences ongoing reorganization, with talent and leadership dispersing across established firms and new startups seeking to capture market share.
Beyond TAYCAN's debut, the music industry has seen notable leadership appointments elsewhere. Harmen Hemminga joined Merlin as VP of Business Development, Duncan Smith advanced to senior agent status at ROAM, and Carmen Murray took on a founding advisor role at Artists First. These moves underscore the continued competition for experienced talent across music industry verticals, particularly in artist development and business operations roles.
