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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October 3, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Chappell Hosts Las Vegas Songwriting Camp
Warner Chappell Music partnered with YouTube Music, Warner Records, Atlantic Records and RCA Records to sponsor its annual Las Vegas Songwriting Camp for artists from all music markets. During the span of the week, participating artists were led by WCM executives in interactive & educational sessions on music publishing, how to navigate the new “songwriter economy,” and an AI demonstration for writers. The camp’s 2023 lineup of talent included Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Chlöe, Danny Paola, Bebe Rexha,... Read More
October 2, 2023 – Music Biz Member Amazon Invests $4 Billion In AI Startup Anthropic
E-commerce company, Amazon has announced its plan to invest $4 billion in AI startup company, Anthropic to build out its AI-powered chatbot, Claude Next. Amazon will initially invest $1.25 billion for a majority stake in the AI startup, with the option to increase its full investment to $4 billion. Per the investment agreement, Anthropic will use Amazon’s AWS as its primary cloud provider to build, train and deploy its future foundation models. “We have tremendous respect for Anthropic’s team and foundation models,... Read More
September 29, 2023 – Music Biz Member ONErpm Nashville Strikes Joint Venture With Huff Co. To Guide New & Established Artists
ONErpm Nashville has launched a new joint venture with Dan and David Huff’s production company, Huff Co. to help guide artists from various musical genres into the marketplace. Per the partnership, the Huff brothers will produce the artists and offer creative input; ONErpm will fund production and oversee distribution & marketing for the artists, while acting as their label and co-owning the master recordings. “We want ONErpm to be at the forefront of finding new ways to build careers,” said Tim Wipperman,... Read More
September 28, 2023 – Music Biz Member Virgin Music Strikes Partnership With Independent Management Firm Position Music
Virgin Music has partnered with independent music management firm, Position Music to distribute the label’s existing catalog and new releases. Per the partnership, Virgin Music will assist in promoting and marketing Position Music’s frontline label roster of artists, which includes Kid Bloom, Ryan Oakes, Kyle Dion, Layto, 2WEI and Blackway. The firm will continue to develop their roster under the Virgin Music team. “Position Music is at the centre of the creative community and is connected with some of the best creative minds in the business,” said Jacqueline Saturn,... Read More
September 27, 2023 – Music Biz Member Universal Music Group Partners With Arianna Hugginton’s Thrive Global
Universal Music Group has struck a new partnership with Arianna Hugginton’s wellness brand, Thrive Global. Per the partnership, UMG will become the exclusive music partner for the brand’s Thrive Rest stress management tool. The deal was announced by UMG Chairman & CEO, Sir Lucian Grainge during the Havas Health Music + Health summit in Los Angeles. “Throughout my life, I have experienced countless examples of how music can change people’s mood, comfort them in times of emotional crisis,... Read More
September 26, 2023 – Music Biz Member Downtown Music Holdings Appoints Pieter van Rijn As Board Member
Downtown Music Holdings has appointed Pieter van Rijn, President of the business and professional services division, to the group’s board of directors. Rijn joins Downtown’s existing board which includes independent directors Alison Moore and Kelli Turner. “Pieter is an exceptional executive who has played a key role in transforming Downtown Music into the market leader for business and professional services,” said Justin Kalifowitz, Downtown’s Founder and Executive Chairman. “We are looking forward to welcoming Pieter to the board as we continue to chart the future of the company.” Click here to read more from Music Week.... Read More
September 26, 2023 – Music Biz Member Cosynd Partners With Too Lost To Enhance IP Protection Offerings
Copyright management service, Cosynd has partnered with music distribution & publishing firm, Too Lost to offer its Copyright Registration API protection service to the firm’s global community of over 250,000 independent artists & labels. Per the partnership, subscribers of the Too Lost platform will be able to seamlessly safeguard their compositions, lyrics and sound recordings with the U.S. Copyright Office, in addition to uploading their work for distribution. Users can manage the entire process on Too Lost’s platform. ... Read More
September 25, 2023 – Music Biz Member Concord Acquires MOJO Music & Media’s Song Catalog
Independent music company, Concord has acquired the publishing catalog of over 30,000 works from Mojo Music & Media. The label’s portfolio of catalogs includes Horipro Entertainment, Emerald Forest, Rick Nielson, Warren Cuccurullo, Bob Morrison, Sharon Vaughn, Larry Gatlin, D.L. Byron, Jeffrey Cohen, Earth Wind & Fire’s Al Mckay, Jordan Reynolds and more. “With Mojo, Mark, Pete, and Alan have assembled a stellar collection of incredible hits spanning genres, eras, and territories,” said Steve Salm, Concord’s Chief Business Development Officer.... Read More
September 25, 2023 – Music Biz Member Warner Music Appoints Bryan Castellani As Next CFO
Warner Music Group has recruited Bryan Castellani as the label’s next EVP and CFO, effective October 16th. Prior to joining WMG, Castellani served nearly 30 years in executive roles at The Walt Disney Company. In his new role, he will succeed longtime CFO Eric Levin and will report directly to Warner Music’s CEO, Robert Kyncl. “Bryan has wide-ranging experience helping one of the world’s most impactful creative enterprises build long-term value and unlock new global possibilities,” said Kyncl.... Read More
September 22, 2023 – Music Biz Member Moises Appoints Seth Goldstein To Manage AI Legal Complexities
AI-powered music platform, Moises has appointed music business attorney, Seth Goldstein to serve as in-house legal counsel managing all legal complexities of emerging AI business opportunities. Prior to his new role, Goldstein held executive positions at MediaNet, Dataclef, Audible Magic and Utopia Music. “Moises is serious about approaching AI the right way and that’s why we’ve hired Seth,” said Geraldo Ramos,Co-founder and CEO of Moises. “With his extensive work in the music industry, his expertise is exactly what we need to offer the best support to the music industry and all of its stakeholders.” Click here to read more from Creative Industries News.... Read More
