Blake Shelton is ending his partnership with Warner Music Nashville  after 20-plus-years. In a statement released today, Blake expressed his gratitude for his longtime label home and Giant Records, which originally released his debut single "Austin" in 2001. He had originally signed to Giant Records, which closed in April 2001 while "Austin" was climbing the charts. Blake's deal was then transferred to Warner, and in 2017 he renewed his Warner partnership. He did not reveal what his next career move is or if he intends to sign a new record deal.