Cindy Mabe Launches Joan Of Arc Music In Nashville

Music industry innovator Cindy Mabe today announced the launch of Joan of Arc Music, a comprehensive entertainment company model dedicated to preserving the legacy of country music while advancing the future through artist development, label services, publishing, management, TV/film production, technology and philanthropy.

Mabe brings decades of proven success in developing many of country music’s biggest stars to her new venture. She has guided the careers of Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton, Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley, Kacey Musgraves, Keith Urban and George Strait, among countless others.
 
“Country music is at a crossroads,” stated Mabe, Founder and CEO of Joan of Arc Music in the announcement. “We risk losing the very essence of what makes country music special – its authentic storytelling, its connection to people’s real lives, and its deep cultural roots. Joan of Arc Music exists to be warriors for creators and protect artistry.”
 
Joan of Arc Music will operate through four integrated pillars: Joan of Arc Entertainment, which includes artist management, recorded music/label services, publishing services and project development and marketing; Joan of Arc Studio Works with a focus on multi-platform content creation including TV/film production, audio content and short-form monetization; Joan of Arc Ventures with strategic investments in partnerships and equity-backed ventures; and Joan of Arc Music Preservation Foundation, the philanthropic division.

Every project across the JOA ecosystem directly supports the Foundation’s work through charitable initiatives that benefit the country music community. Inaugural partnerships include the CMA Foundation, which supports music education in underserved communities; the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, contributing to the ongoing cataloguing, preservation and digitization of historical assets for public access; and Porter’s Call, providing mental health and wellness services to touring musicians and their families.

Joan of Arc Music has secured a comprehensive distribution partnership with Warner Records Nashville. This strategic alliance provides Joan of Arc with Warner’s global distribution network ensuring maximum reach and impact for the company’s artist roster. The partnership represents Warner Nashville’s commitment to supporting innovative approaches to artist development and legacy preservation.
 
“This partnership with Cris Lacy and the team at Warner Records Nashville amplifies our mission,” added Mabe. “Cris is a Nashville veteran whose commitment to the legacy of country music aligns with our vision of preserving the genre’s authentic storytelling while embracing innovative distribution and marketing strategies. Together, we’re creating a powerful platform for both emerging and established artists to reach global audiences.”

Mabe’s industry recognition includes being named Billboard’s 2019 Country Power Players Executive of the Year, Billboard Women in Music list (2015-2024), receiving the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Louise Scruggs Memorial Forum Award, SOURCE Hall of Fame member and serving on the boards of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Belmont University Alumni Association.
 
Leading Joan of Arc Music is a seasoned leadership team including Lori Christian, Dawn Gates, Harper Grae, Leigh Morrison and Allison Winkler. This Joan of Arc leadership team brings decades of combined experience across all facets of the music industry, from artist development and marketing to business operations and strategic partnerships.
 
Joan of Arc Music is headquartered in Nashville, The company plans additional announcements in the coming weeks regarding TV projects, label and management signings, partnerships and ventures.