- Hannah Harper, American Idol Season 24 winner, has signed with WME for worldwide representation.
- Agents Alex Sera and Morgan Kenney will handle live music/touring; Carlile Willett handles brand partnerships.
- She'll join Brad Paisley's Live 2026 Tour and Lauren Alaina's The Stages Tour this fall.
Hannah Harper has signed with WME for worldwide representation. Harper will work with agents Alexandra Sera and Morgan Kenney on live music and touring, while Carlile Willett takes on brand partnerships.
Harper’s journey started young, she began singing in her family’s bluegrass gospel group at age nine before becoming a worship leader at a Missouri church.
That path led to American Idol, where she won Season 24 and became a viral sensation with her original song “String Cheese,” which has racked up more than 120 million on-demand views.
Harper remains signed to 19 Recordings/Atlantic Records and recently teased new music while in the studio, following up “String Cheese” with the single “Married Into This Town.”
WME is actively mapping out her upcoming live touring footprint following her recent appearances at major country music milestones in Nashville.
The signing adds to a busy run for WME’s Nashville roster this year, following similar worldwide deals for rising acts like Hunter Flynn and Belles, both of whom joined the agency earlier this year as part of WME’s push to expand its country and Americana presence.
Takeaways
This is a textbook “strike while it’s hot” signing. Harper’s Idol win and viral moment gave her instant visibility, and WME moved fast to lock in worldwide rights before other agencies could circle.
Splitting touring and brand deals between three agents also signals WME sees crossover potential beyond music alone.
Will Harper’s faith-driven brand translate into mainstream country radio success? Will touring with Brad Paisley and Lauren Alaina boost her visibility more than a solo headline run would?
