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.
March 6, 2022 – Music Biz Member Disney Music Group Taps GREATERTHAN For Global A&R Research & Scouting
Disney Music Group has appointed music tech startup, GREATERTHAN to assist its A&R research and scouting efforts. GREATERTHAN’s efforts will provide for Hollywood Records, Disney’s flagship label, as well as for its publishing division and multiple joint venture labels & platforms. Disney’s SVP of A&R and Head of Creative, Mio Vukovic, and GREATERTHAN’s Founder, Paula Moore, have previously worked together as VPs of A&R for Warner Bros. “Mio and I are so excited to work together again,... Read More
March 6, 2022 – Music Biz Member Utopia Music Recruits Alexandra Sufit, Partners With Women In Music To Expand DEI Efforts
Utopia Music has announced initiatives to support diversity, equity & inclusion efforts, including the recruitment of Alexandra Sufit, who will serve as the company’s Director, Public Affairs and Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (DI&E). In this role, she will be responsible for leading all internal and external DI&E efforts. She will report directly to Utopia Music Vice President and Head of Policy, Yvan Boudillet. “I’m delighted to be joining Utopia, to help it reach its goal of creating a more diverse and inclusive company and drive change within the Music Industry,” said Sufit.... Read More
March 2, 2022 – Music Biz Member TuneCore Promotes Ace Elijah Burgess to Senior Director of Engineering
Independent music distributor, TuneCore has promoted Ace Elijah Burgess to the role of Sr. Director of Engineering. He will continue to supervise the team of software engineers that develops TuneCore’s digital products and will focus on new innovative technology solutions to provide for the unmet and evolving needs of today’s independent artists. “I’ve had an amazing journey here at TuneCore with the best team, and challenging tasks that make my work exciting,” said Burgess. “From royalty payments to distribution services,... Read More
March 1, 2022 – Music Biz Member Utopia Music Acquires UK-Based Absolute LabelServices
Utopia Music has announced its acquisition of Absolute Label Services, a distribution and services provider to independent artists and record labels based in the UK. Absolute’s co-owners and joint Managing Directors, Henry Semmence and Simon Wills now join Utopia as their VPs of Distribution Services, and will work alongside the company’s VP of Physical Distribution, Drew Hill. All three will report directly to Roberto Neri, Utopia’s Chief Operating Officer. The move follows Utopia’s acquisition of Proper Music Group as the fintech company expands its distribution services.... Read More
March 1, 2022 – Music Biz Member Universal Music Group Launches Def Jam India
Universal Music Group has launched Def Jam India, focused on developing Hip-Hop and Rap talent within India and the South Asian region. The new label division follows Def Jam’s expansion into Africa and Vietnam in 2020. Def Jam India’s first flagship artist signings include rappers Dino James and Fotty Seven. “The launch of Def Jam India could not come at a better time for music in India,” said Devraj Sanyal, Managing Director and CEO, Universal Music India &... Read More
February 28, 2022 – Music Biz Member Sony Music Publishing Promotes Alison Hook To SVP of Sampling & Copyright Infringement, UK & Int’l
Sony Music Publishing has appointed Alison Hook to a new role of SVP of Sampling & Copyright Infringement, UK & International. Having spent more than 25 years with the company, Hook will be responsible for overseeing the company’s sampling and copyright infringement matters and further strengthen relationships with societies in the UK and internationally. She is based in the company’s UK office and will report to both David Ventura, President and Co-Managing Director UK, SVP International and Tim Major,... Read More
February 24, 2022 – NEW MEMBER PROFILE: Cleopatra Records
On this New Member Monday, we introduce Los Angeles-based independent record label, Cleopatra Records to the Music Biz community! Founded in 1992 by entrepreneur and music fan, Brian Perera, the label has since grown into a family of labels including Hypnotic Records, Purple Pyramid Records, Deadline Music Records, and X-Ray Records. Cleopatra has represented acts in Gothic and Industrial music, Electronic music, Hip-Hop, Progressive Rock and Psychedelic music. They have also worked alongside iconic artists such as Sly Stone,... Read More
February 23, 2022 – Music Biz Member The MLC Is Hiring
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. Current openings include: Manager/Director, DSP Audit — Click Here to ApplyIn this role, you will lead the MLC’s effort to audit digital service providers (DSPs) on an on-going basis.... Read More
February 23, 2022 – Music Biz Member Artist Growth Is Hiring
Artist Growth is a tech company specializing in music industry software for labels, artist management, finance, and tour management. Artist Growth was founded with a simple mission: to help artists & creative entrepreneurs build better businesses so they have creative freedom through financial independence. Over the years, our mission expanded to include helping the music industry as a whole transition into a digital-centric, data-driven paradigm. With our early success forging partnerships and building an enterprise client roster,... Read More
February 23, 2022 – Music Biz Member News: MRC Data Powers Billboard’s New “Hits of the World” Weekly Chart
MRC Data will provide data for Billboard’s newest weekly chart, “Hits of the World.” The chart ranks the top 25 songs in more than 40 countries and will track music based on streaming data and digital sales. Hits of the World will follow Billboard’s Friday-Thursday reporting period, and will be available the following Tuesday morning via Billboard’s website. “As the preeminent source of entertainment data and insights, MRC Data is establishing a new standard in music industry transparency through the introduction of this global product,... Read More
