Anthem Music Publishing Acquires Song Catalog from Country-Western Legend Marty Robbins

Photo Credit: Marty Robbins for Bishop M. Sykes & Associates

Anthem Music Publishing announces the acquisition of legendary Country and Western singer-songwriter Marty Robbins’ song catalog.Anthem Music Publishing has acquired the catalog of songs from legendary Country-Western singer-songwriter Marty Robbins. The catalog represents a cornerstone of American music history, marking a powerful addition to Anthem’s growing collection of culturally significant works.

Among the standout titles is “Big Iron,” Marty Robbins’ 1960 classic that reached #5 on the U.S. Country chart and peaked at #26 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was ranked as the 11th greatest Western song of all time by the Western Writers of America. “Big Iron” was also featured in the 2010 video game Fallout: New Vegas, introducing the song to a new generation of fans and adding to its enduring appeal.

Also included is Robbins’ groundbreaking hit, “El Paso,” released by Columbia Records in 1959. The song topped both the Billboard Hot 100 and U.S. Country charts, earning Robbins the 1961 Grammy Award for Best Country & Western Recording. It was also inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998. The track’s legacy endures through covers by artists like Keith Urban and The Grateful Dead, who performed the song live over 380 times.

Another highlight of the catalog is “My Woman, My Woman, My Wife,” a deeply personal ballad that reached #1 on the U.S. Country chart and #42 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song earned Robbins his second Grammy Award for Best Country & Western Recording in 1970.“Marty Robbins is a towering figure in American music—an artist whose storytelling transcended genre and era. His songs are woven into the fabric of country and western music heritage, and continue to influence artists and resonate with fans to this day,” said Jason Klein, CEO of Anthem Music Group.

“We’re honored to see Marty’s music find a new home with Anthem Music Publishing. His songs have stood the test of time, captivating generations with their vivid storytelling and emotional depth. We’re confident that Anthem will not only preserve Marty’s legacy, but elevate it—introducing his work to new audiences while honoring the timeless spirit of the originals,” reads a statement from the Marty Robbins Estate. “Marty’s music has always belonged to the people, and we believe Anthem shares that same dedication to keeping it alive for generations to come.”

With a career spanning nearly four decades, Marty Robbins got started in the late 1940s and continued making music through the early 1980s. A singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and even a NASCAR driver, he was “a true American original.” Often regarded as an early trailblazer of outlaw country, Robbins fused traditional Western themes with a cinematic songwriting style, setting him apart from his contemporaries.Over the course of his career, Robbins recorded over 500 songs and released over 72 albums. His accolades include two Grammy Awards and induction into both the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. He also has the distinction of being the first-ever recipient of the Academy of Country Music’s Artist of the Decade Award, honoring his influence throughout the 1960s.

His songs “El Paso” and “Big Iron” remain cultural touchstones, named among the Top 100 Western Songs of All Time by the Western Writers of America. With this acquisition, Anthem deepens its commitment to preserving and celebrating the work of musical legends, ensuring their timeless songs continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.