Reservoir announces publishing deal with 'Austin' collaborator, country writer-producer Travis Heidelman

05 September 2024 - Press release

Reservoir Media, Inc. (NASDAQ: RSVR), an award -winning independent music company, today announced a new publishing deal with Top 10 Billboard country writer-producer Travis Heidelman for his full catalog and future works. The deal marks Heidelman’s first publishing deal and includes his acclaimed recent hit collaboration “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” by Dasha.

Based in Los Angeles, Heidelman has been honing his writing and production skills from a young age. After moving to the city, he connected with country artist Dasha and collaborated with her to co-write and produce the viral sensation “Austin.” The country-pop hit reached #18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, as well as #3 on Hot Country Songs, while continuing to climb the MediaBase Top 40, MediaBase Country Airplay and Billboard Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay. It also continues to rise overseas, notably reaching #5 on the Official UK Singles Chart and #2 on the German Airplay Chart, with a three-week reign at #1 at Dutch Nationale Airplay Top 50. Tied to a line-dancing trend started by Dasha on TikTok, the song has generated over a million video creations on the platform with over 10 billion views. In addition, the song has accumulated over 490 million streams on Spotify alone. Heidelman co-wrote and produced two other songs off Dasha’s 2024 album, What Happens Now?, called “Even Cowboys Cry” and “Share This City.” The album reached #26 on the Top Country Albums chart and appeared on the Billboard 200. Dasha will also be releasing a deluxe version of What Happens Now? this September.

In addition to his work on “Austin,” Heidelman has also collaborated with artists like Annie Schindel, Arden Jones, Claire Rosinkranz, Taylor Bickett, Whitney Phillips, Noah Floersch, Rollo, Greyson Chance, Jimmy Robbins, and many more. His style blends elements of nostalgic pop, folk, and rock. Heidelman’s music has landed sync placements on popular television networks like TLC and Bravo, including for the series The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

Regarding the new deal, Heidelman said, “Reservoir has shown unparalleled passion and initiative, which every person I've met at the company embodies. They came in swinging and delivered on all of their promises, which is exactly what I seek in a new partner.”

Reservoir Executive Vice President of Creative John Ozier added, "Travis has demonstrated what a keen sense he has for pushing the boundaries of country music while still delivering hits. We are proud to bring his multi-genre talent to Reservoir and connect him with other creators across our roster, while also supporting his ongoing success as a songwriter and producer."