Scarlett Thomas Embraces Nashville Music Scene After Signing Record Deal
Scarlett Thomas, the 17-year-old daughter of former Coronation Street actors Tina O'Brien and Ryan Thomas, has been channelling her inner cowgirl fashion during a recent trip to Nashville, Tennessee. This visit comes after she embarked on her music career in the United States, having recently signed a record contract that has delighted her family.
Instagram Snaps Showcase Musical Passion
In a series of Instagram posts shared on Saturday, Scarlett posed with a large pink microphone while sitting on a stage adorned with a pink guitar and matching amplifier. The teenager appeared to be having a fantastic time in the US, particularly as she stood in front of a mural displaying the city's name. She showcased her musical passions by posing with a pink electric guitar, captioning the post: 'Literally my new favourite place, boot from Posh Sneaks.'
Earlier this month, her father Ryan revealed on his podcast that Scarlett was flying to Nashville to record music with Julian Bunetta, a renowned songwriter who has worked with One Direction. Ryan expressed his excitement, stating: 'What's unbelievable about all this is the guy that she signed to, the boys that she signed to, have two other brothers who own the record label in the States - and this guy is called Julian Bunetta.'
Recording with Top Industry Talent
Ryan added that Julian Bunetta is 'probably the biggest thing right now' in the music industry. Scarlett is scheduled to spend a week at his house in Nashville next month to record in his studio. Ryan continued: 'How crazy is that? And she said, "Dad I like about pinch myself, like, what is going on." And it's just crazy to think that she's going to be in that studio in Nashville, where music is basically originating from, where all the creative music people live, and she's going to be in and around it, just living and breathing and potentially like a song that we're all going to hear on the radio one day.'
The proud father previously shared a photo of himself and Scarlett after she signed the deal with Big Family Music at a restaurant. He also posted a nostalgic video of her singing at the same restaurant five years ago when she was just 12 years old. Alongside the clip, he wrote: 'Today is one of the best days of my life. Watching my little girl sign a record deal is a moment I will cherish forever. The stars were all aligned today. As we turned up at the restaurant to sign the deal Scarlett said "I've been here before dad!!" & then we found this video.'
Scarlett's Response to the Opportunity
Scarlett herself shared a photo of signing the contract and wrote: 'Wow, what an experience I have had so far and what an experience I'm about to have, I am beyond grateful for this amazing opportunity. Today was a life-changing moment for me, I've been working hard behind the scenes but I can now finally share it with you all. I can't wait for what this year brings, hopefully some amazing music.'
However, her career move has not been without controversy. Scarlett, who appeared in BBC's Waterloo Road in 2023, recently revealed in a TikTok video that she did not sit her GCSE exams. The caption read: 'I'm watching everyone get there [sic] GCSE results today, wondering if I could've had good results but I will forever wonder.' This decision sparked online debate, with many criticising it as 'unacceptable' for a teenager to forgo exams to focus on her acting and music career.
Under one post criticising the parental decision, Ryan Thomas defended the choice, commenting: 'Is it even anyone's business or concern though?' This highlights the ongoing discussion about education versus early career opportunities for young talents in the entertainment industry.
As Scarlett Thomas continues to explore her musical ambitions in Nashville, her journey represents a blend of family support, industry connections, and personal determination. With the backing of a major record label and collaboration with top songwriters, she is poised to make a significant impact in the music world, all while navigating the challenges and controversies that come with being a young public figure.
