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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July 29, 2022 – Music Biz Member Sony Music Announces Exclusive Partnership With Craft Media
Sony Music has announced a new exclusive partnership with Egyptian music and event production company, Craft Media. This new affair aims to sign, produce and promote Arabic artists across the Middle East, providing support and investments for them in the region. “At Sony Music, we have always believed in the power of collaboration in spurring innovation and creating new opportunities for our artists,” said Sony Music Middle East General Manager, Mike Fairborn.“ Craft Media’s creative prowess,... Read More
July 28, 2022 – Music Biz Member Symphonic Distribution Names Johnathan Carmel Web3 And NFT Lead
Symphonic Distribution has appointed Johnathan Carmel as the company’s new Web3 and NFT lead. He joins the company as a former tour manager and artist manager for artists such as Charlie Puth, Kali Uchis and Ben Platt. Carmel has specialized in Web3 developments around Social Tokens, NFTs and DeFi in the last two years. In his new position, he will prioritize the building of Web3 solutions for the company’s clients and will report directly to Symphonic Distribution’s CPO,... Read More
July 28, 2022 – Music Biz Member SoundCloud Names Jessica Rivera As Global SVP & General Manager
SoundCloud has announced two new hires: Jessica Rivera joins the company as Global SVP & General Manager, and Maurice Slade has been appointed to the role of Head of Marketing. Rivera and Slade will both report directly to SoundCloud President, Eliah Seton, and will focus on the company’s endeavors to support artists at all levels of their careers. “We are so proud to welcome Jessica and Maurice to the SoundCloud family to lead our efforts in working more closely with artists at the highest level,” said Seton.... Read More
July 27, 2022 – Music Biz Member ONErpm Names Tim Wipperman Managing Director
ONErpm has named Tim Wipperman as the company’s new Managing Director. In his new position, he will negotiate artist deals, oversee staff operations, and the growth of the local Nashville office. As an industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience in the publishing and label sectors, he has worked with a roster of talented Country artists including Willie Nelson, Little Big Town, Restless Heart and many more. “I’m honored to join the ONErpm team,... Read More
July 26, 2022 – Music Biz Member Warner Records Names Dionnee Harper EVP Of Marketing & Artist Development
Warner Records has named Dionnee Harper as new Executive VP of Marketing & Artist Development. In her new role, she will work closely with various departments at Warner Records overseeing marketing strategy across all genres. Based in their Los Angeles office, she will report directly to the company’s Co-Chairman and COO, Tom Corson. Prior to joining the company, Harper was the previous Marketing Executive at sister label, Atlantic Records, and has been with parent company Warner Music Group for 22 years. ... Read More
July 25, 2022 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Music Promotes Andrew Ludwick to VP of Business Development, Digital
Warner Chappell Music has promoted Andrew Ludwick as the company’s new VP of Business Development, Digital. In his new role, he will oversee business opportunities in developing markets while working simultaneously with the company’s finance, administration and operations teams, in addition to partnering with major technology partners in the digital space. He will report directly to the company’s VP of Global Digital, Natalie Madaj. “I started my career in music as an intern at Warner Records and got to where I am today by leaning into challenging business cases and seeking solutions,” said Ludwick.... Read More
July 25, 2022 – Music Biz Member Qobuz Partners With International Anthem For Exclusive Live Show Recordings
Hi-res music streaming & download service, Qobuz has announced a partnership with Chicago-based independent record label, International Anthem for a curated series of four album release shows at Public Records in Brooklyn, New York that will appear exclusively on Qobuz. Artists Alabaster DePlume and Jeremiah Chin & Marta Sofia Honer were featured as the first two recordings released under this partnership. This ongoing partnership was started to support artists in the indie community, with more recordings expected to be released in the future.... Read More
July 25, 2022 – The MLC Is Hiring — Manager, Public Relations
Are you interested in helping create a brand-new, purpose-driven company in the music industry? Do you thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment? If you do, we’d like to get to know you. The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) is committed to excellence, service, transparency, and diversity. Our culture is collaborative, our people are adaptable, and our office environment is open. On our team, you are respected, valued for your unique strengths and experiences, and empowered to identify and resolve your own challenges.... Read More
July 25, 2022 – Music Biz Members Warner Music Group Signs Licensing Deal With SoundCloud, Adopts User-Centric Royalties
Warner Music Group has announced a new licensing deal with next-generation music company, SoundCloud, which finds the label adopting the company’s Fan-Powered Royalties system. This new partnership will allow WMG artists to collect revenue on SoundCloud’s platform when dedicated fans stream their music. The alliance marks a music industry milestone as WMG is the first major label to adopt a user-centric system for processing royalties. “The evolution of the music industry brings new ways to create,... Read More
July 20, 2022 – Music Biz Member Rareform Is Hiring — Digital Marketing Manager; Digital Advertising Manager
Rareform is hiring for two roles within the company: Digital Marketing Manager and Digital Advertising Manager. Click below to read the job listings and learn how to apply: Click Here For Digital Marketing Manager Click Here For Digital Advertising Manager About The CompanyRareform is a new boutique music agency specializing in marketing, digital, DSP, and holistic release strategies. We work directly with artist teams, including independent managers, labels, and distributors both domestically and internationally.... Read More
