Veteran Music Exec Alicia Pruitt Joins Tape Room Music as Chief Creative Officer and President, A&R

Pruitt will collaborate with Tape Room COO and President, Business Affairs Blain Rhodes to oversee the company's expansion and talent signing.

Feb. 26, 2026 at 10:03pm

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Veteran music publishing executive Alicia Pruitt has joined the independent publisher Tape Room Music as Chief Creative Officer and President, A&R. In her new role, Pruitt will collaborate with Tape Room COO and President, Business Affairs Blain Rhodes to oversee the company's expansion as they sign talent across writing, producing, and performing. She will be based in Nashville and report to CEO and Founder Ashley Gorley.

Why it matters

Pruitt's hire represents a significant addition to the Tape Room Music team as the independent publisher looks to expand its roster of talent. Her extensive experience in the music industry, particularly in A&R and working with songwriters, is expected to bolster Tape Room's efforts to sign and develop new artists and songwriters.

The details

Pruitt's new role at Tape Room Music will see her work closely with COO and President, Business Affairs Blain Rhodes to oversee the company's growth and talent acquisition. She will be based in Nashville and report directly to CEO and Founder Ashley Gorley. Pruitt's resume includes past senior A&R roles at Warner Chappell, among others.

  • Pruitt joined Tape Room Music in February 2026.

The players

Alicia Pruitt

A veteran music publishing executive who has joined Tape Room Music as Chief Creative Officer and President, A&R.

Blain Rhodes

The COO and President, Business Affairs at Tape Room Music, who will collaborate with Pruitt to oversee the company's expansion.

Ashley Gorley

The CEO and Founder of Tape Room Music, to whom Pruitt will report in her new role.

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What they’re saying

“I'm incredibly grateful to be joining Tape Room Music. This opportunity, with a family environment already in place, feels God-sent. After working in this business for years, I think we all realize how important it is to align with people that make you laugh, challenge you, and simply make you feel a part of something bigger. My career has been built on continuing to challenge myself, and with this winning team of staff and songwriters, it brings an entirely new excitement about what's to come.”

— Alicia Pruitt

“I've known Alicia since my first writing deal, and I've seen firsthand the passion and integrity she brings to her work with songwriters. Tape Room has experienced incredible success and growth thanks to our goal of bringing in the very best writers and surrounding them with the very best team. Alicia strengthens that mission, and she'll help us continue to raise the bar as we build what's next.”

— Ashley Gorley, CEO and Founder, Tape Room Music

“Alicia is a fierce champion for songwriters and one of the best humans I know. We are thrilled to have her join the team at Tape Room. As we continue to grow, her experience and commitment to songwriters will help us continue to develop a home where writers thrive.”

— Blain Rhodes, COO and President, Business Affairs, Tape Room Music

The takeaway

Alicia Pruitt's hire as Chief Creative Officer and President, A&R at Tape Room Music represents a significant addition to the independent publisher's leadership team as it looks to expand its roster of talent. Pruitt's extensive experience in the music industry, particularly in A&R and working with songwriters, is expected to bolster Tape Room's efforts to sign and develop new artists and songwriters.