The 'Whiskey Glasses' hitmaker details the reason why he had to unleash the re-recording version of his single, which was originally released in 2015 under Panacea Records.
- Jan 27, 2024
AceShowbiz - Morgan Wallen has released a re-recording of his song titled "Spin You Around". Amid a feud with his "greedy" former music partners, the "Whiskey Glasses" hitmaker detailed the reason why he had to unleash the re-recording version of the song, which was originally released in 2015 as a part of his album "Stand Alone" under Panacea Records.
On Friday, January 26, the 30-year-old country singer elaborated in the caption of his new Instagram post, "Back in 2014, I went to Florida to try my hand at making original music & songwriting for the first time. This led to a recording deal with a local investor & an artist management deal that I deeply regret. Unfortunately, I signed both deals without any legal representation."
"We made 13 songs. Some were ok, most were terrible as I was just learning how to write in general & figuring it all out. I was not the only collaborator, so many of these songs were not my idea nor to my standards. We deemed 5 worthy-enough to make the 'Stand Alone' EP which includes a fan-favorite, 'Spin You Around'," he continued.
"Tonight, those colleagues I parted ways with almost 10 years ago plan to release a '10th Anniversary' edition of 'Stand Alone' against my wishes & include 8 unreleased songs, distributing it with the assistance of my former managers. For months I've been exploring every avenue possible to acquire the rights to this old music & keep the quality of my catalog consistent with songs I choose to release & believe in," he shared.
Morgan further pointed out, "It's gross, greedy & an example of how the dark side of the music business can suck the soul out of artists. I want you to know this is NOT my new music & I don't want to see this happen to anyone else. I cringe when I listen to these songs & I'm concerned my fans may mistakenly believe this is a new release by me." He added, "I begin recording my next project at the end of February. Im feeling inspired creatively & super excited to make more music Im proud of."
The singer additionally revealed, "In response: 1. I re-recorded 'Spin You Around (1/24)' this week in Nashville & it comes out TONIGHT. Thank you Joey Moi & Bryan Sutton. I did the artwork myself while in the woods duck hunting. Hope you like it, lol." He concluded by noting, "Trust me, when new music is ready, you'll hear it directly from me."
Morgan's re-recording of "Spin You Around" and Panacea Records' expanded version of the "Stand Alone" project were simultaneously released on Friday. In the wake of Morgan's statement, Panacea Records head William Ray spoke to Variety, "We love the songs and believe some of his fans will love it too. We are excited to finally get these songs out to the world."
