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.
April 7, 2022 – Music Biz Member FUGA Opens Office In Berlin
FUGA will be opening an office in Berlin to support the expansion of operations in the Germany, Switzerland, Austria (GSA) region. FUGA’s expansion also includes personnel appointments with the promotion of Curt Keplin to Head of Business Development GSA, Bernd Harbauer as Digital Accounts & Marketing Strategy Manager—GSA, and additional hires in the coming months. FUGA’s efforts in the GSA region have already led to global distribution partnerships Unique Vibes, a German Electro-Pop label and YouTube music channel,... Read More
April 6, 2022 – Music Biz Member Utopia Music Has Recruited Bastien Vidal To Serve As CFO and VP, Operational Finance
Utopia Music has offered the role of CFO and VP, Operational Finance to Bastien Vidal; in this role, he will support the company’s considerable growth trajectory, which will include setting up structures and processes that drive operational finance excellence. He will directly report to company CEO, Markku Mäkeläinen. Vidal joins from Callisto Media, where he previously held the position of CFO. “I am excited to be joining Utopia Music at such an important stage in its journey towards a better world for music,” said Vidal.... Read More
April 6, 2022 – Music Biz Member UMG Is Hiring — Apparel Design Intern (Bravado)
Bravado is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative, & creative Apparel Design Intern to support both apparel and graphic design functions, in close collaboration with product development/ production for our extensive roster of entertainment properties covering artist merch/ product across e-commerce, tour, & retail channels. Program Requirements: Rising junior or rising senior enrolled in an accredited college/university in the US in the 2022-2023 school yearMust be available for the entirety of summer internship program: June 6 – August 12,... Read More
April 5, 2022 – Music Biz Member Warner Music Group Partners With STYNGR For Pre-Licensed Music in Games & The Metaverse
Warner Music Group (WMG) is providing select music from its catalog to STYNGR, a platform offering pre-cleared music for games and the metaverse. Game developers will gain access to WMG recordings to integrate music into their platforms for applications such as customized radio stations, music-related cosmetic purchases, artist-driven integrations and beyond. “Partnering with STYNGR will allow us to expand the presence of music across the global gaming ecosystem,” said WMG’s SVP, New Business & Ventures, Alex Kamins.... Read More
April 4, 2022 – Music Biz Member Shazam Adds Concert Discovery Feature
Apple-owned music recognition tool Shazam has included a new concert discovery feature. By “Shazaming” a song, users can access concert information from Bandsintown for upcoming nearby shows. This new feature allows Bandsintown For Artists allows performers to provide their fans with important tour information including dates, venue location and ticket prices when they search the song via the Shazam mobile app and website. “Shazam has a long history of innovation in music discovery and connecting artists and fans,” said,... Read More
April 4, 2022 – Music Biz Member Sony Music Group Opens Southeast Asia Headquarters In Singapore
Sony Music Group has opened a new Southeast Asian headquarters in Singapore that will house Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing, and The Orchard. The companies will provide services in pan-regional marketing, data analytics, human resources, finance, digital innovation, business development, A&R, and publicity in Singapore and the wider region. Sony Music Group’s roster includes Sezairi, Gary Valenciano, Zee Avi, A-Teez, and Ben&Ben. “Sony Music has a rich history of discovering and supporting some of the most iconic artists and impactful music originating from Asia,... Read More
March 31, 2022 – Music Biz Member Sony Music Group Partners with GLAAD For LGBTQ Advocacy
Sony Music Group has announced a partnership with GLAAD to advance LGBTQ advocacy and inclusion. Sony and GLAAD will launch initiatives including education sessions, campaigns highlighting contemporary LGBTQ issues, and a three-part interview series called “ICONS,” featuring LGBTQ music creatives. Sony Music Group has also been named an official sponsor of the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards. “We believe in building an industry that is as diverse as the stories our artists and songwriters tell through their music every day,”said Tiffany R.... Read More
March 30, 2022 – Music Biz Member Synchtank Appoints Janet Kirker As Chief Product Officer
Synchtank has named Janet Kirker as the company’s Chief Product Officer. With more than 20 years of entertainment industry experience, she held roles at EMI Music Publishing, The Walt Disney Company, and most recently as the VP, Rights and Royalties at Warner Music Group. Kirker will lead Synchtank’s product roadmap and report to company CEO, Rory Bernard. “This is such a pivotal time for the entertainment industry, particularly when it comes to managing IP,” said Kirker.... Read More
March 30, 2022 – Music Biz Member TuneCore Is Supporting Keychange’s Expansion
TuneCore is supporting the expansion of Keychange into the United States. Keychange is a movement fighting for a sustainable music industry, supporting talented but underrepresented artists and encouraging organizations to take a pledge for gender equality. Keychange seeks a visionary and mission-driven Program Manager to oversee Keychange’s US expansion, build and manage a small US team, and develop and deliver an ambitious program. Reporting to the Keychange USA Board (to be formed) and Keychange Core Partners (PRS Foundation,... Read More
March 28, 2022 – NEW MEMBER PROFILE: Vere Music
We’d like to welcome Vere Music to the Music Biz member company! The Tennessee-based label develops and orchestrates marketing campaigns for the release of singles, albums and EPs, utilizing label services and brand partnerships. Vere works closely with distribution partner ADA on building out weekly marketing drivers and keeping those drivers updated in order to fully maximize pitches to the DSPs. Click here to learn more about the company. Location: Franklin, TN Number of Employees: 4 Years in Business: 1.5 Company Contact: Rusty Harmon,... Read More
