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.
NEW FOR 2024 Music Biz’s member news will be shared exclusively on our social channels, as the Member Updates section of our website is set to go offline later this year.
June 28, 2022 – Music Biz Member Warner Music Group Merges Elektra and 300 into Supergroup Label, 3EE
Warner Music Group has unveiled its new trio supergroup label, 3EE, after combining two of their most successful and recognized labels, Elektra and 300. This new affiliate will be led by 300 Entertainment Chairman & CEO, Kevin Liles, and will unify sub- labels 300, Elektra Records, Fueled by Ramen, Roadrunner, Low Country Sound, DTA Records, Public Consumption, Young Stoner Life Records, Sparta and 300 Studios. In addition to this merger, the new label will represent superstar acts including Brandi Carlile,... Read More
June 27, 2022 – Music Biz Member The Orchard Announces Global Distribution Partnership With Glassnote Records
The Orchard has announced a new global distribution partnership with award winning record label, Glassnote Records. Per the terms of the deal, The Orchard will provide the company’s full indie artist roster with its worldwide network of services and capabilities. “The Glassnote Records team has built a home for artists that supports and cultivates creativity,” said The Orchard’s CEO, Brad Navin. “As a strategic partner, The Orchard will continue to empower and reinforce their creative vision,... Read More
June 24, 2022 – Music Biz Member SoundCloud Names Tracy Chan Senior Vice President, Creator
Industry veteran Tracy Chan has been named SoundCloud’s new Senior Vice President of Creator. In his new position, he will lead the SoundCloud Creator ecosystem globally, helping create opportunities for independent artists to boost their careers with the company’s full suite of audience development, marketing, distribution and monetization tools & services. Chan will report directly to SoundCloud’s President, Eliah Seton, and serve on the company’s executive leadership team. “It’s a momentous time to join SoundCloud; a pioneering company that has continuously innovated and deepened its commitment to providing the best-in-class services and offerings that advance the careers of artists around the world,” said Chan.... Read More
June 24, 2022 – Music Biz Member Symphonic Distribution Expands Global Footprint to Canada
Symphonic Distribution has announced their expansion into Canada in partnership with Higher Reign Music, which launched its distribution arm in 2021. Over the past 12 years, the company has achieved a number of Top 40 Billboard hits and Gold Records in the Canadian market. Higher Reign executives Steeven Leblanc and Antoine Regniere will oversee Symphonic’s expansion into the new market. “I am thrilled that Symphonic is expanding to Canada with the team from Higher Reign Music Distribution joining our family,” said Symphonic Distribution CEO,... Read More
June 22, 2022 – Music Biz Member RCA Records Promotes Anthony De Padua To Vice President, Digital Marketing
RCA Records has promoted Anthony De Padua as the company’s new Vice President, Digital Marketing. Since joining the company in 2020 as Director, Digital Marketing, De Padua has developed multiple campaign projects for artists such as Bryson Tiller, Young Nudy, Wizkid and many more. He joined RCA after beginning his career with Atlantic Records, where he worked on campaigns for artists including Cardi B, Jack Harlow, and Portugal. The Man. Click here to read more from Music Business Worldwide.... Read More
June 22, 2022 – Music Biz Member Feature.fm Launches New Contest Tool
Music industry marketing platform, Feature.fm has launched a new contests tool on their platforms giving that allows artists and their teams to create giveaways where fans can engage with the artist and their music to earn additional contest entries. an easy to use, step-by-step process on creating contests. The Contests featureThis new feature will provide artists with the resources and step-by-step guides to create prizes and incentives for fans, in addition to distinct advantages for ‘viral’ competitions.... Read More
June 21, 2022 – Music Biz Member ONErpm Promotes Osagie Osarenz To Director of African Operations
ONErpm has promoted Osagie Osarenz as the company’s new Director of African Operations where she will lead the opening of five new offices in Accra, Ghana; Abidjan, Côte d’loire; Nairobi, Kenya; Dar es Salaam in Tanzania and Johannesburg, South Africa. She first joined the company in 2020 to serve as the Country Lead for Nigeria, based out of the then-newly opened office in Lagos, Nigeria. “Our value add in each market is eminent,” said Osarenz. “Empowering the African music industry with outstanding label services and knowledge sharing across the board is what ONErpm is poised to achieve,... Read More
June 21, 2022 – Music Biz Member Warner Records Names Julia Betley SVP of Creative Sync Licensing
Warner Records has announced the appointment of Julia Betley to the role of SVP of Creative Sync Licensing. In her new position, Betley will develop strategies for creative music placement and campaigns across film, television, gaming, sports and related platforms. She will report directly to Warner Records EVP, Brand Partnerships & Sync, Claudia Butzky. “Warner Records is home to an incredibly dynamic roster of artists, which makes my job really exciting,” said Betley. “I love what can happen when music and visuals come together to tell a story and create an amazing experience,... Read More
June 21, 2022 – Music Biz Member Syntax Creative Inks New Partnership With WieRok Entertainment
Syntax Creative has announced a new partnership with Franklin, Tennessee-based WieRok Entertainment, which offers label, studio, film, and book publishing services. The first two releases released under this partnership were Sean BE’s “Step Into My Story” and Adventures in Sleepland, a lullaby project Madaline Garcia Heriges with a companion, full-color picture book. “The story of Syntax is similar to WieRok in that it’s a product of passion,” said WieRok Entertainment COO, Tammie Wieland. “It’s critical we’re a step ahead and embrace partnerships with those who are forward-thinking to capture a larger audience.” Click here to read more from Syntax Creative’s announcement.... Read More
June 21, 2022 – Music Biz Member beatBread Inks Major Financing Deal With Singer-Songwriter Elley Duhe
Music funding platform, beatBread has announced what they describe as a, “seven figure artist financing deal,” with singer-songwriter Elley Duhe and Not Fit For Society, her management company & independent label. This monumental partnership comes after the platform successfully raised $34 million in funds earlier this year in a round led by venture capital firm, Deciens Capital. “Our mission is to empower artists, independent labels and other music projects, as they continue to grow,” said beatBread CEO,... Read More
