REPRESENTING AND CREATING MUSIC FOR PICTURE
Founded in 2018 by Latin Grammy-winning composer, producer, songwriter, and artist Spencer Ludwig, Trumpet Records is a full-service music company specializing in sync licensing, bespoke composition, publishing, music supervision, artist collaborations, covers, and remixes.
Through partnerships with artists, catalogs, labels, publishers, and management companies—including Steve Aoki, Megan Thee Stallion, Empire of the Sun, The Kooks, Duckwrth, Capital Cities, Concord Music Publishing, Avant Garden, and JET Management—Trumpet Records connects brands, agencies, film, television, and interactive media with exceptional music and creative talent.
Whether licensing an existing record, producing a custom composition, developing an artist-driven campaign, commissioning a cover, or creating a remix, Trumpet Records delivers music solutions designed to elevate stories and create cultural impact.
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Spencer Ludwig
Founder, CEO
Spencer Ludwig is the Founder and CEO of Trumpet Records, a Latin Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, DJ, and musical director. Over the years, Spencer has amassed an incredible network of artists, songwriters, producers, and composers, forming the foundation of the vibrant community that drives the music Trumpet Records represents. This diverse community is the heartbeat of the label, creating innovative music that spans genres and resonates on global platforms.
Since his time as the original trumpeter for the multi-platinum band Capital Cities, Spencer earned a Latin Grammy in 2019 for co-writing and performing on Fonseca’s album Agustin. As a solo artist, he signed to Warner Records in 2016, releasing his debut single “Diggy,” which became the centerpiece of a global Target campaign. After founding Trumpet Records in 2018, Spencer continued to build his legacy, placing hundreds of songs on behalf of the Trumpet community in major advertising campaigns, TV shows, and films.
As an executive creative director, Spencer has been deeply involved in the creation of bespoke compositions for brands and media, playing a pivotal role in shaping the soundtracks for ads, TV, and film. His expertise has contributed to hundreds of placements, further solidifying his reputation as a trusted partner in the entertainment industry.
Spencer’s songwriting and production credits include collaborations with artists such as Sofia Reyes, Jackson Wang, MC Davo, Wingtip, Mark Diamond, Boy In Space, Haley Reinhart, Kill The Noise, KUURO, Syn Cole, Rival, and Jaded. He has also contributed trumpet work to records by Travis Scott, Dua Lipa, Gallant, Fitz, Wale, Aloe Blacc, Big Boi, The Knocks, and Capital Cities.
In addition to his work in the studio, Spencer’s performances have spanned the world’s biggest stages, from Coachella to Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. He has toured with artists including Bebe Rexha, Betty Who, Katy Perry, Fitz & The Tantrums, and more. Spencer has shared the stage with legends like Harry Styles, Dua Lipa, Gallant, and Wale, further cementing his place in the music world as both a performer and a creator.
At the helm of Trumpet Records, Spencer continues to foster a dynamic, artist-driven environment, where the community he’s built thrives and collaborates, and where his leadership continues to push the boundaries of what music can achieve.
