Ed Sheeran to Sign Record Deal With Interscope

Ed Sheeran will sign a long-term recording contract with Interscope after ending his 15-year relationship with Warner Music Group earlier this year. The deal marks the next step in the singer-songwriter's career. Sources familiar with the matter told The Hollywood Reporter that Sheeran also spoke with other major labels during the process.

Background on the Move Sheeran released eight albums during his time at Warner Music Group. He first signed with the company's Asylum and Atlantic labels in 2011. His catalog includes major hits such as "Shape of You," "Thinking Out Loud," and "Bad Habits." Spotify lists him at number six on its all-time artist ranking, and his +-=÷X tour ranks as the third highest-grossing concert tour ever.

Sheeran's last three albums charted lower than earlier releases. The 2023 album Subtract debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and stayed on the chart for 15 weeks. Autumn Variations opened at number four and left the chart after two weeks. Play debuted at number five last year and remained on the chart for five weeks.

In a public statement, Sheeran described the label change as a shift in professional priorities rather than a dispute. He expressed continued appreciation for his former label and its executives. A representative for Interscope declined to comment on the signing.