In 2009 , Fast Ryde signed to Republic Records ' newly established Nashville division , through the assistance of Scott Borchetta .
Both Stevens and Harrison decided to work as songwriters in Nashville , Tennessee , and chose to form a duo .
In 2009 , Stevens   signed to Republic Records ' newly established Nashville division , through the assistance of Scott Borchetta .
Both Stevens and Harrison decided to work as songwriters in Nashville , Tennessee , and chose to form a duo .