Nashville guitarist Kevin Monahan signs with Eclipse Music Publishing

Nashville country guitarist Kevin Monahan has signed with Eclipse Music Publishing in partnership with Ebach Entertainment, MusicRow reported. Monahan moved to Nashville in 2014 to attend Belmont University, where he studied commercial guitar and digital musicianship, and has since toured as a guitarist alongside artists including Tiera Kennedy, Levi Hummon, Madeline Merlo, Hannah Ellis, Roman Alexander and Anna Vaus.

As a songwriter and producer, Monahan's recent credits include Anna Vaus's debut album "Downhill From Here," Colin Stough's "20 Bucks" and Ashley Anne's "Generational Heartbreak" EP.

Eclipse Music Group Vice President of Publishing Courtney Crist called Monahan exactly the kind of talent the company wants to back. "Kevin is exactly the kind of songwriter and producer we're passionate about partnering with," she said. "He brings exceptional musicianship, incredible instincts in the writing room, and a genuine commitment to serving the artist and the song."

Ebach Entertainment GM and owner Janine Ebach echoed that assessment, describing Monahan's reputation within the Nashville songwriting community. "From the first time we worked with Kevin, it was clear he possesses both tremendous talent and an incredible work ethic," she said, adding that he has built meaningful relationships across town because people trust him as both a collaborator and a creative partner.

Monahan said he was glad to formalize the relationship. "I couldn't be more excited to join the Eclipse Music Publishing & Ebach Entertainment Families," he said, calling the team's environment one built around great songs, great people and long-term relationships.