Tim McGraw's Nephew Signs Record Deal Ahead of Tour with His Uncle

Tim McGraw’s nephew, Timothy Wayne, is embarking on an exciting journey in the country music scene with a major career milestone: signing his inaugural record deal with UMG Nashville.

Hailing from Franklin, Tennessee, Wayne—a sophomore at Louisiana State University—is gearing up for an eventful year as he prepares to launch his debut album and make notable appearances. The announcement of Wayne’s record deal on April 16th echoes his uncle’s success, marking a significant step forward in continuing the family’s musical legacy.

“Timothy Wayne has been honing his craft, his songs, and his sound around the students and college scene of LSU,” states Cindy Mabe, Chair & CEO of UMG Nashville.

“He’s bringing a new generation of core country music fans to his experiences of growing up around Nashville and country music as well as the country boy lifestyle he is living. He’s such a charismatic, outgoing, genuine artist, and it’s exciting to watch Timothy build his era of country music and bring in a rabid fan base of youth culture into country music.”

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“I’m incredibly thrilled for the opportunity to create and record music with UMG Nashville,” expressed Wayne. “This has been a lifelong dream of mine, and I’m pouring my heart into music that I can’t wait to share with everyone.”

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Alongside securing his record deal, Wayne’s upcoming summer is brimming with exciting appearances. He is slated to join his uncle, Tim McGraw, on the “Standing Room Only” Tour from June 20th to 29th. Additionally, Wayne is scheduled to perform at CMA Fest later in the year, as reported by American Songwriter.

This new chapter in Timothy Wayne’s musical journey promises to be a compelling addition to the vibrant landscape of country music.

Is a Collaboration Between Tim McGraw and Timothy Wayne in the Works?

Tim McGraw recently hinted at a possible collaboration with his nephew by sharing a photo on Instagram of Timothy Wayne in a vocal booth with the caption “Working in the studio with my nephew.” While there haven’t been any official announcements about projects between the uncle-nephew duo, it appears that this is just the beginning for Timothy Wayne.

Check out the photo of Tim McGraw and Timothy Wayne collaborating in the studio below.