Ryan Hurd

Ryan Hurd established a powerful presence in country music by penning number-one singles for some of the genre’s most prominent artists, including Blake Shelton’s ‘Lonely Tonight,’ Lady A’s ‘You Look Good,’ and Luke Bryan’s ‘Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset.’ His foundational career as a highly sought-after songwriter saw his compositions recorded by an array of notable artists such as Jake Owen, Dierks Bentley, and Rascal Flatts. Demonstrating early versatility, Hurd co-wrote ‘Last Turn Home’ for Tim McGraw in 2013 and contributed ‘Intoxicated’ for Hinder in 2014. During this period, he cultivated a strong network of collaborators, notably working with Joey Hyde, Matt McGinn, and Steve Moakler, solidifying his reputation within the Nashville songwriting community. Hurd initiated his successful transition to recording artist with the independent release of his debut project, ‘Panorama,’ in 2015.

His burgeoning career saw Ryan Hurd embark on his first headline venture, the ‘Platonic Tour,’ in early 2020, performing for a growing dedicated fanbase. This period culminated in the highly anticipated release of his full-length album, ‘Pelago,’ in 2021. The album featured the breakout duet ‘Chasing After You’ with Maren Morris, which swiftly became his first top 10 hit on the country charts. The single demonstrated significant crossover appeal, reaching No.

23 on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieving impressive commercial success with 2x Platinum certification. Beyond his recording endeavors, Hurd has gained extensive touring experience, performing alongside major acts such as Thomas Rhett and Florida Georgia Line. His consistent output as both a celebrated songwriter and a dynamic recording artist has underscored his substantial impact on contemporary country music, positioning him as a multifaceted and marketable talent in the industry.