Done deal
Stormzy’s label #MERKY signs deal with Atlantic Records
It’s “the beginning of a new chapter,” says the grime star.
Stormzy has announced that his #MERKY label has signed a deal with Atlantic Records.
”#MERKYRECORDS/ATLANTIC RECORDS - Beginning of a new chapter,” he wrote on Instagram, announcing the link-up.
“Looking forward to delivering more music, more bodies of work and to start developing and working on new talent on the #MERKY roster. Let’s work.”
Stormzy released his debut album ‘Gang Signs & Prayer’ via #MERKY last year. The album went on to be nominated for the Mercury Prize.
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