Country hitmaker Ashley Cooke has signed with Los Angeles and Nashville-based The Familie for management representation. The new partnership arrives at an exciting moment for Cooke, who’s currently commanding stages on the baby blues world tour — a global headline run that kicked off last month in support of her acclaimed self-titled sophomore album.  

"Ashley represents everything we're looking for in the artists we partner with," said Steve Astephen, Founder and CEO of The Familie. "She has an incredible work ethic, an authentic voice, and a clear vision for where she wants to go. She's built a remarkable connection with fans while continuing to evolve creatively, and we're excited to help support the next chapter of her career."

"I'm thrilled to join The Familie and begin this new chapter together," said Cooke. “Steve and his team fully understand my vision and the kind of career I want to continue to build, which makes me so excited for the future!"

At The Familie, Cooke will work closely with the agency's leadership team to continue building her career across music, brand partnerships, business opportunities, and long-term strategic growth.

As CEO of The Familie, Astephen founded the agency in 1998 and relaunched it in 2019, ushering in a new era for the boundary-pushing talent and management representation company and strengthening their presence in Country music. With a focus on building careers through a uniquely integrated approach to deal-making, brand development, and marketing, The Familie represents elite talent in sports, music, art, and media. For more information about The Familie's leadership team, services, and client roster, please visit www.thefamilie.com.

Cooke’s move to The Familie follows the August arrival of ashley cooke, a 15-song LP released via Big Loud Records/Back Blocks Music. Mainly produced by the legendary Dann Huff (Rascal Flatts, Taylor Swift), the bravely candid album includes Country radio hits like “the hell you are” and “baby blues” — a chart-climbing smash whose official music video premiered last month, co-starring comedian/actor Matt Rife. The latest high point in a career-defining stretch for Cooke — including garnering nominations for New Female Artist of the Year at the ACM Awards and Best New Country Artist at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, touring with superstars like Kane Brown and Parker McCollum, and making a cameo on CBS’ hit series Marshals — ashley cooke marks the most assured and emotionally revealing work yet from one of Country’s most dynamic young artists. 

On Thursday (10/8) at El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, Cooke will continue the baby blues world tour — a 28-date trek currently scheduled through February 25 at the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Early next year, she’ll take the tour overseas for a run of UK dates, including stops at iconic venues like The Limelight 1 in Belfast (1/22) and Koko in London. For more info on all upcoming live dates, visit ashleycooke.com. 

 

ABOUT ASHLEY COOKE:
One of Country’s most magnetic young storytellers, Ashley Cooke made her unforgettable debut with 2023’s shot in the dark and soon scored her first Country radio No. 1 with “your place” — a GOLD-certified, Billboard Hot 100-charting hit that later won a 2024 CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Female Video of the Year. With a voice that carries both tenderness and quiet confidence, she’s since garnered nominations for New Female Artist of the Year at the ACM Awards and Best New Country Artist at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. While building up an acclaimed body of work including 2025’s ace — a nine-song project featuring her Country radio smash “the hell you are” and longtime fan favorite “baby blues” (a No. 1 hit on SiriusXM The Highway’s Hot 30 Countdown) — Cooke has collaborated with major artists ranging from Pop superstar Joe Jonas (“All I Forgot”) to Country hitmaker Brantley Gilbert (“Over When We’re Sober”). Known for her emotionally charged and high-energy live show, she’s also toured with heavy-hitters like Luke Bryan, Parker McCollum, Kane Brown, and Jon Pardi. As her profile continues to rise, Cooke made a cameo appearance in March on CBS’ Marshals (the newly launched spinoff of the blockbuster Western saga Yellowstone), just before heading overseas for C2C: Country to Country 2026 (including a performance at the iconic O2 Arena in London). Following the release of her self-titled sophomore album, she recently embarked on the baby blues world tour — a 28-date global headline run continuing through February 25 at the legendary Ryman Auditorium.  

ABOUT THE FAMILIE:
The Familie provides talent representation for the world's elite across sports, music, and entertainment, enabling clients to go beyond the norm and bring their most ambitious visions to life. Acting as a business incubator, chief of staff, mentor, and strategic partner, The Familie pushes the boundaries of what it means to be an agent or manager today, helping talent redefine success across culture, business, and entertainment. Beyond representation, the company advises and builds alongside category-defining brands, partnering across brand development, business growth, strategic partnerships, and cultural positioning at the intersection of commerce, entertainment, and influence.

 

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