Universal Music Publishing Australia has signed an exclusive, global deal extension with Lee Kernaghan, one of the biggest stars in Australian country music.

“Lee Kernaghan is without doubt Australia’s foremost country music artist and has written some of this country’s all time classic songs. Lee’s fans appreciate that he writes songs with his heart on his sleeve which is confirmed by his countless Gold and Platinum albums and industry awards.  I am excited that he has agreed to continue his partnership with Universal Music Publishing well into the future.” Said Bob Aird, Managing Director, UMPG.

Prior to this new deal UMPG represented much of Kernaghan’s back catalogue including the hits ‘Boys From The Bush’, ‘Outback Club’ and ‘She’s My Ute’. UMPG will now also represent Kernaghan’s new ARIA Top 10 album ‘Beautiful Noise’.

“Universal Music Publishing have played an essential role in my career and have enabled me to write the songs and produce the music I truly believe in. UMP is the home of many of the biggest hits from Boys From the Bush all the way through to the new works from my latest album Beautiful Noise. I'm really proud to be a part of such a great company.” Said Lee Kernaghan.