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March 24, 2023 – Music Biz Member Syntax Creative Announces Partnership With 615 Hideaway Records
Syntax Creative has announced its partnership with Nashville based Bluegrass labels, 615 Hideaway Records and Man-Do-Lin Productions.The partners have since released “Red Rover” by Audie Blaylock & Redline and “Goodbye To The Blues” by David Parmley. “Syntax Creative is our natural home,” said Sammy Passamano III, 615 Hideaway CEO. “They have incredible knowledge and years of experience serving specialized genres such as Bluegrass. We are building a powerful catalog and home for artists who produce high quality music that stands the test of time.” Click here to read more from Syntax’s website. ... Read More
March 24, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Music Partners with Limited Edition Music To Sign Alternative Songwriters
Warner Chappell Music has partnered with Limited Edition Music, LLC to sign and develop upcoming songwriters in the Alternative Rock, Pop, and Country genre. Alternative Pop/Rock singer/songwriter, Emmyn Callerio and rising Country artist, Bailey Callahan are the first signings of the partnership. WCM’s SVP of A&R and Catalog, Greg Sowders will lead Limited Edition Music alongside former WCM A&R executive, Marc Wilson. “Limited Edition Music will be a home for emerging artists and writers, within the incredible WCM ecosystem,” said Sowders.... Read More
March 23, 2023 – Music Biz Member Universal Music Group Appoints Michelle Teh As SVP, Global Classics & Jazz
Universal Music Group has appointed Michelle Teh as the company’s new SVP for its Global Classics and Jazz division. With more than 20 years of industry experience, Teh has worked on international marketing campaigns for numerous artists including Andrea Bocelli, Ólafur Arnalds, Alice Sara Ott, Billie Eilish, Sam Smith and The Weeknd. Prior to joining UMG, she started her career in Hong Kong where she worked across nine Asia-Pacific music markets before moving to Singapore to work on Formula One Racing’s inaugural F1 ROCKS Live Music broadcast event,... Read More
March 22, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Records Launches Dance Label, Major Recordings
Warner Records has launched its first-ever flagship Electronic Dance music label, named Major Recordings. The new label will discover, sign and develop top talent across the Electronic Dance community. Since the launch, Major Recordings has partnered with the London-based Parlophone Dance music imprint, FFRR to sign rising Dance duo, PARISI. The label is led by Sam Mobarek; according to a press release, she and her team have, “…been behind the scenes working with Warner Music Group’s global partners to support the careers” of multiple artists.... Read More
March 21, 2023 – Music Biz Member Spotify Announces Upcoming Platform Features Debuting In 2023
Earlier this month, Spotify announced the streaming platform’s expected updates this coming year at the company’s annual Stream On event held in Los Angeles, CA. The company is set to roll out a new homepage redesign, along with three categories of platform updates including Discovery by Listeners, Tools for Musicians, and Podcasts. To help users discover new music and enhance their listening experience, the company unveiled its Smart Shuffle feature that allows users to inject previously-unknown,... Read More
March 20, 2023 – Music Biz Member Apple Announces Classical Music App Launch For March 28th
Apple has announced the company’s Classical music streaming app, Apple Music Classical,is set to launch on Tuesday, March 28th. At no additional cost, Apple Music subscribers will be able to search an extensive Classical music library by composer, work, conductor, and catalog number. According to Apple, the service’s audio will play in up to 192kHz/24 bit Hi-Res Lossless, along with spatial audio for thousands of the catalog’s songs. The new streaming service will also feature composer biographies,... Read More
March 17, 2023 – Music Biz Member The Orchard Acquires Dance & Electronic Music Distributor, Above Board
Sony Music’s The Orchard has announced the acquisition of Dance and Electronic music distribution and label services company, Above Board. Per the agreement, Above Board’s roster of artists will have access to The Orchard’s global distribution, artist and label services. Dan Hill, Founder and Managing Director of Above Board will report to Ian Dutt, Managing Director of The Orchard. “The Above Board team is excited about this new chapter of our company and we are now fully immersed into The Orchard’s ecosystem,” said Hill.... Read More
March 17, 2023 – Music Biz Member Secretly Distribution Signs Global Distribution Deal With Chrysalis
Secretly Distribution has formed a global distribution deal with Chrysalis Records that will cover all physical and digital distribution for all the label’s upcoming frontline releases. To mark the new partnership, both companies have planned a joint global release for Nick Drake’s reimagined album, “The Endless Coloured Ways – The Songs of Nick Drake.” “I have long been an admirer of the Secretly group of companies and the incredible music that they release on their various labels,” said Blue Raincoat Music/Chrysalis Records CEO Jeremy Lascelles.... Read More
March 16, 2023 – Music Biz Member Qobuz Launches Qobuz Club Online Community For Audiophiles & Music Lovers
Music streaming and download service, Qobuz has launched Qobuz Club, a new community platform dedicated to connecting global audiophiles and music lovers. The forum will allow users to interact with like-minded listeners on topics including music discovery, recommendations, hardware and Hi-Fi advice. The platform also features Qobuz News, Music Clubs, Hi-Fi Spaces and a discussion forum where members can chat with the Qobuz teams. With the launch of the Qobuz Club, the company aims to add an even more social,... Read More
March 16, 2023 – Music Biz Member SoundCloud Names Eliah Seton CEO
Music streaming platform, SoundCloud has appointed Eliah Seton as the company’s new CEO, succeeding outgoing CEO Micheal Weissman. In 2021, Seton joined SoundCloud as President, where he oversaw the Creator and Roster operating divisions in addition to strategy, M&A, content partnerships, business development, distribution and artist partnerships. According to the company, as President he was, “…instrumental in refocusing the business on deepening the relationship between its artists and fans through new economic models, products and tools.” ... Read More
