A relentless musical journey has defined Chris LaCorte’s ascent in Nashville’s competitive music industry, transforming him from a touring guitarist to one of country music’s most sought-after songwriters and producers. Born and raised in Richardson, Texas, LaCorte’s musical foundation was built early through his grandfather’s introduction to various instruments and recording equipment, which he honed while performing in local church settings and neighborhood bands. These early experiences led him to create cassette recordings with his childhood friends, foreshadowing his future production career.
After college, LaCorte made the pivotal move to Nashville to pursue music professionally, initially establishing himself as a touring musician with artists like Dustin Lynch. His early career involved extensive work as a session guitarist for renowned Christian and Country music producers including Ed Cash, David Garcia, and Seth Mosely, contributing to projects such as Mandisa’s 2x GRAMMY Award-winning album. His strategic choice to pursue session work provided him with steady income while building valuable industry connections. His dedication to mastering his craft included implementing structured practice routines that allowed him to quickly adapt to diverse musical styles required in Nashville’s session scene. His artistic vision extends beyond traditional country boundaries, drawing inspiration from iconic producers like Daniel Lanois whose cross-genre approach has influenced LaCorte’s versatile production style.
In 2016, LaCorte strategically pivoted from touring to focus on songwriting and production, culminating in a global publishing deal in 2020 with Hang Your Hat Music, a partnership between Concord Music Publishing and ACM Songwriter of the Year Hillary Lindsey. His dual capabilities as both songwriter and producer allowed him to shepherd songs from conception to final recording, a versatility that proved invaluable in Nashville’s competitive landscape.
LaCorte’s breakthrough came with his co-write on Sam Hunt’s “Breaking Up Was Easy In the 90’s,” which became his first No. 1 country radio single. He followed this success by both writing and producing Hunt’s chart-topping “23” and “Water Under The Bridge,” establishing a pattern of hit-making that extended to works with Morgan Wallen, Russell Dickerson, and Tucker Wetmore, whose album he produced to a No. 1 debut.
June 2022 marked a career milestone as LaCorte celebrated back-to-back No. 1 hits with SESAC, Concord Music Publishing, and Hang Your Hat Music. His production style, which blends traditional country storytelling with contemporary sonic elements and strong melodic hooks, continues to resonate with both industry professionals and country music fans nationwide, cementing his position among Nashville’s songwriting elite.
