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Country Music Icon Scott Borchetta Receives Top Honor
21 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Scott Borchetta received the 2025 CMA Irving Waugh Award of Excellence.
- He was surprised with the honor on the red carpet before the CMA Awards.
- Borchetta is the founder of Big Machine Label Group, home to many stars.
Scott Borchetta, the influential founder and CEO of Big Machine Label Group, was presented with the prestigious 2025 CMA Irving Waugh Award of Excellence. The surprise presentation occurred on the red carpet just before the 59th Annual CMA Awards ceremony, recognizing his substantial impact on the country music landscape.
CMA CEO Sarah Trahern lauded Borchetta for his pivotal role in shaping modern country music, highlighting his ability to champion emerging talent and support established artists. Borchetta himself expressed deep humility and gratitude for the honor, acknowledging the visionary legacy of Irving Waugh.
Big Machine Label Group boasts a roster of acclaimed artists including Thomas Rhett, Tim McGraw, and Sheryl Crow. Borchetta's executive producing credits include notable projects such as 'Petty Country' and the Grammy-winning documentary 'Glen Campbell... I'll Be Me.'
