Sony Music Entertainment and Nashville-based IT City Entertainment have inked an exclusive deal to develop a new scripted television show, The Muse. Producer and writer Mark Steilen, who’s worked on films and shows such as Tag, Shameless and Divorce, will be the showrunner in development.

Created by IT City Entertainment’s co-founders Keith Hayman and Brian Williams, The Muse will showcase the emotional and creative stories behind tracks from Sony’s vast catalog. “With so many legendary artists in their amazing repertoire, Sony Music is an ideal partner to help bring The Muse to life,” says Hayman. “The show will take a deeper dive into the emotional drivers behind some of the most iconic songs to provide fans with behind-the-scenes access to the song development process.”

Jim Catino, EVP of A&R Sony Music Nashville adds, “We are excited to work with IT City Entertainment to develop this creative show concept. The Muse is a celebration of our historic catalog of songs and we hope it will serve as inspiration for aspiring artists.”