Member Updates
Music Biz broadcasts the latest announcements from around our community on our social feeds as our member companies continue to push the industry forward. If you are launching a new product, have been featured in an industry trade publication, or have a major announcement coming soon, we’d love to help spread the word — share it with Henryk Bik, Music Biz’s Communications & Content Manager, at henryk.bik@musicbiz.org.
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June 8, 2023 – Music Biz Member Epic Records Promotes Ezekiel Lewis To President
Epic Records has promoted Ezekiel Lewis as the label’s newest President. In his new role, he will help oversee Epic’s daily operations and continue to manage the A&R division. Prior to joining Epic Records, Lewis served as the SVP of A&R at Motown Records where he worked on projects by Ne-Yo, Erykah Badu, Migos, Lil Yachty, T.I. and Rich Homie Quan. He later joined Epic in 2017 as EVP, A&R who later added Head of A&R to his former title in 2020.... Read More
June 8, 2023 – Music Biz Member Moises.ai Begins Academic Partnership With Berklee Online
Moises.ai has partnered with Berklee College of Music to enhance the learning experience for online students by implementing the company’s AI Music Player into the Berklee Online curriculum. Per the partnership, Berklee’s online students can access the company’s latest AI-based music production and analysis technologies. Since the partnership’s launch, Mosies’s platform has gained traction among Berklee College of Music students and professors due to the benefits they have shown during practice and learning sessions. This initiative paves the way for Moises to establish itself as a powerful AI tech solution for music practice and production,... Read More
June 7, 2023 – Music Biz Member TIDAL Launches ‘TIDAL Artist Home’ Artist Profile Management
Music streaming platform, TIDAL has released its TIDAL Artist Home feature that enables artists control over their TIDAL profiles in addition to early access to new products and resources tailored to their needs. Through the new feature, artists can update their social media links as well as directly request content updates including albums, EPs and singles to TIDAL’s content operations. As artists gain notoriety, they have the option to grant their managers, labels, bandmates and publicists access to their profiles. ... Read More
June 6, 2023 – Music Biz Member Apple Launched Classical Music Streaming App On Android
Apple has released its standalone Classical music app, Apple Music Classical, on Android devices. With an active Apple Music subscription, Android users will have access to the app’s catalog of 5 million tracks in Hi-Res Lossless audio quality. The app’s rollout precedes its release on iPhone, Mac and optimization for iPad. Click here to read more from Music Business Worldwide.... Read More
June 5, 2023 – Music Biz Member Qobuz Releases Full Jerry Garcia Solo Catalog in Highest Quality
Hi-Res streaming and download service, Qobuz has officially launched Jerry Garcia’s full solo catalog, including both live and studio recordings, via the Qobuz app and on its online marketplace. The majority of Garcia’s complete discography will be available in Hi-Res, with any outliers offered in the best available resolution. “Jerry Garcia moved so effortlessly between genres, exploring those spaces with such a high level of creativity and technicality,” said Qobuz Head of Music Content, Sujan Hong.... Read More
June 2, 2023 – Music Biz Member ONErpmLaunches Digital Strategy Department Led By Casey Childers
Distribution and services company, ONErpm has launched a new Digital Strategy department that will offer artists, “a one-on-one social media strategy in order to guide them on the best ways to amplify their message and obtain new ways to engage with fans and increase monetization.” The department will be led by the company’s former Senior Project Manager, Casey Childers, who was the central marketing strategist for artists including Chri$tian Gate$, Jordi, PLVTINUM, Taylor Acorn, Elohim and Against the Current.... Read More
June 1, 2023 – Music Biz Member Concord Names Jen Hubbard Director Of Sync A&R
Concord Music Publishing has appointed Jen Hubbard to the newly formed role of Director of Sync A&R, where she’ll be responsible for developing and managing the company’s US songwriter roster for the purpose of sync activity. She will support Concord’s strategy to streamline sync-forward initiatives and provide opportunities for writers across film, TV, ads and gaming, in addition to providing guidance to the A&R and sync teams. Hubbard will report to Brad Kennard, SVP of A&R,... Read More
June 1, 2023 – Music Biz Member Sony Music Publishing UK Promotes Andrew Spence To General Counsel
Sony Music Publishing UK has promoted Andrew Spence to General Counsel. In his role, Spence will be responsible for managing business and legal affairs strategies & initiatives on behalf of SMP UK and its roster. Additionally, he will offer guidance and counsel for the company’s legal and operational matters. Spence will continue to report to President, UK Co-Managing Director, & SVP International, David Ventura and UK Co-Managing Director, Tim Major. “It has been a pleasure to watch Andrew continue to grow as an executive over the past few years,” said Major.... Read More
May 31, 2023 – Music Biz Member CD Baby Ends Distribution Of Vinyl And CDs To Focus On Streaming
Independent music distributor, CD Baby has announced its intention to cease distribution of CDs and vinyl in efforts to realign its focus on the increasingly important digital streaming market. Effective June 22, the company will discontinue the sale and fulfillment of physical products, as well as warehousing, shipping and distribution activities associated with physical music products. Customers will be given a 60-day grace period to buy back their remaining inventory before they are recycled. Click here to read more from Music Business Worldwide.... Read More
May 31, 2023 – Music Biz Member RIAA Honors Willow With First NFT Plaque
The RIAA has presented singer/songwriter, Willow with its first-ever NFT accolades plaque. The one-of-one NFT recognizes her most popular hits including 3x Platinum “Whip My Hair,” 2x Platinum “Wait A Minute,” 2x Platinum “Meet Me At Our Spot” and Platinum “transparentsoul” featuring Travis Barker. The plaque features artwork by Willow, Roc Nation and Infinite Objects. “RIAA has celebrated artists and their label teams through the Gold & Platinum program for the last 65 years as the industry has constantly evolved,” says RIAA VP of Media Relations,... Read More
