Sam Palladio, known for his work as an actor on ABC’s Nashville, has signed with 3686 Records, the newly-launched, Nashville-based independent label founded by Levi Hummon and Eric Arjes, Billboard can exclusively reveal.
Distributed by The Orchard/Sony, 3686 boasts an “artist-first” mission that prioritizes creative ownership, brand development and long-term career growth. The label takes its name from the longitude and latitude of Nashville. Palladio is working on new music that will usher in a more pop-driven sound from the artist.
Related
Arjes said in a statement, “Sam’s artistry and integrity has always been evident from the earliest of conversations. When we started this label, our vision was to create a home that could support an artist of his caliber. His new music jumps out of the speakers and pulls you right into his life.”
Hummon added, “We’re so excited to welcome Sam to the 3686 Records family. His new music blew us away, and we can’t wait to help bring it into the world. This next chapter really showcases his growth as both a writer and an artist.”
Palladio added, “I’m thrilled to be partnering with 3686 Records. I’ve watched the label grow from its early inception into a collective of passionate creatives championing great artists and songwriting. My music has always lived in a left of centre world, and it was important for me to find a home in Nashville that embraces breaking new ground and supporting unique and contemporary artists. Nashville has been my home for 14 years and I couldn’t be more excited to start this new chapter with Levi and Eric who have consistently demonstrated their passion and dedication to making great music.
“My first debut album The Perfect Summer’s Day Before We Lost The Light was a tribute to my late mother Sally and the challenges of navigating a huge personal loss,” he continued. “At its core though, it had a pulse and heartbeat that helped me dance through sadness of that time. This new chapter of music is still inspired by my British roots and leans heavier into the indie pop world this time. It represents finding more stability, reconnecting with myself and the joys and challenges of the heart when starting over. I’m so excited for the world to hear this new project and for a new partnership at 3686 Records.”
During his time portraying Gunnar Scott on Nashville, Palladio earned Billboard Hot Country Songs chart entries including “If I Didn’t Know Better” (with Clare Bowen), which reached No. 27, along with the Bowen collaboration “Fade Into You,” which reached No. 25. In 2024, he released his debut album, The Perfect Summer’s Day Before We Lost The Light, which he crafted with Danish producer Søren Hansen and Grammy-winning producer Dave Sardy. He also released songs including “Something On My Mind” and “Tennessee” (which featured Foo Fighters‘ Chris Shiflett).
Palladio’s acting credits also include the Netflix trilogy The Princess Switch, AMC’s Humans, ABC’s Rebel, Showtime’s Episodes, the Bob Marley biopic One Love and the series The Couple Next Door.
