Primary Wave Music Company announced a partnership with a Mexican group Intocable , a Grammy Award-winning group. Under the terms of the deal, the publisher will collaborate with the renowned group on their music catalog, as well as the use of their name, image, and likeness.
The group, formed in the early 1990s, has sold over 4 million albums, won two Grammy Awards, played sold-out arenas across America, and is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The deal includes hits such as "Fuerte No Soy," "Mi Gusta Mi Vida," "Sueña," "Te Amo (Para Siempre)," "Si Me Duele, Que Duela," and "Un Poquito Tuyo.".
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«"We're excited to partner with Primary Wave and begin this new chapter together," said Ricky Munoz. He continued, "Their vision, passion for music, and commitment to preserving artistic heritage make them the perfect team to help us continue to expand the reach of Intocable's music for generations to come.".
Intocable was represented in this transaction by Jeremy Rosen, Oscar Carrasco (Manager), Diana Zapata (Catalog Manager), and Alex Hartnett (Associate).
Australian singer and songwriter Julia Jacklin signed a contract with label 4AD , which the company announced this week. Jacklin is a two-time ARIA Award winner, has toured with Mitski and Lana Del Rey, and performed at numerous festivals, from Glastonbury to Newport Folk and Primavera.
Along with the announcement, Jacklin unveiled dates for her North American and European tour, which will begin in October in San Diego and run through next year.
Merlin Company , the digital music licensing partner of the world's leading independent labels and distributors, announced a number of promotions to the leadership team of its Partnerships division.
The main event in my career growth was the promotion Emma Robinson to Vice President of Partnerships. She joined Merlin in 2018 from the communications agency Name PR.
The company also raised Shannon Bradley to Director of Commercial Partnerships in New York; Alice Moss и Daniele Yandel to directors of partnership operations in Berlin and New York, respectively; and Simon Marcel to Partnership Operations Manager in London.
Charlie Lexton, CEO of Merlin, stated: "These promotions recognize the leadership team that has been instrumental in strengthening Merlin's partnerships and operational capabilities during a period of rapid change in the digital music landscape. As the digital ecosystem continues to evolve, from artificial intelligence and social platforms to new rights management challenges, investing in the people who help our members navigate this complexity remains a key priority for Merlin.".
United Talent Agency signed a contract with a country artist Josh Weathers for global representation across all areas. UTA will work to secure opportunities in concert touring, media, film production, brand partnerships, and more.
The contract signing took place in the midst of his "Life Still Happens Tour," a follow-up to his latest project, "Neon Never Fades," released earlier this year. The singer is represented by Adam Hale of One Twenty One Management.
Singer, songwriter, guitarist and surfer Hendrix Frankenreiter, living in Hawaii, signed a contract with Severance Records label in cooperation with the company Big Loud Rock , beginning the partnership with the single "Wanna Go.".
«"I've been working on a lot of new music for the past year, and 'Wanna Go' felt like the perfect way to start this new chapter," Hendrix shared. "The opportunity to release it on Severance/Big Loud Rock made it even more exciting.".
«"Every artist we sign with Severance has a unique voice, and from the moment I saw Hendrix Frankenreiter perform at the Peppermint in Los Angeles, I knew his voice was unmistakable," said Severance Records president Steve "Stevo" Robertson. Big Loud Rock co-founder and president Joey Moy added, "Hendrix is an undeniable talent who perfectly blends effortless energy and witty songwriting into his music.".
Creative production agency Killian + Company appointed Shaun Alexander senior vice president of strategy and business development, the company announced this week.
Alexander joins Killian + Company from her role as Vice President of Business Development at Empire, where she oversaw partnerships and initiatives related to the Super Bowl, NBA All-Star Game, and Grammy Week. Previously, she held leadership positions at SoundCloud, The Fader, and Moog.
Founder Joe Killian says, "Shauna's industry experience and entrepreneurial approach to brand strategy and storytelling make her the perfect addition to our dynamic team of creative marketers. We're excited to see how we can continue to grow as an agency and expand our services using the knowledge, connections, and cultural perspective Shauna brings to our work.".
Company The Familie, Los Angeles-based artist management and representation firm has appointed Kenny Hamilton Senior Vice President of Development and Strategy. Most recently, Hamilton headed CSH Management Group, representing artists such as Rotimi, Inaya, and Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Dixon, as well as professional tennis player Taylor Townsend. Previously, he served as tour manager for global superstar Justin Bieber's SB Projects and held positions at Beats Music and Apple Music.
«"Throughout his career, Kenny has consistently identified opportunities before the rest of the industry," said Familie founder and CEO Steve Astefen. "He has built strong relationships across the music, entertainment, technology, sports, and cultural industries, bringing a modern perspective to talent representation that perfectly aligns with our company's direction.".
Chairman and CEO Universal Music Publishing Group Jody Gerson announced his appointment this week Sunita Kaur President of Asia. Based in Singapore, Kaur will oversee the company's operations across the continent and report to Gerson. Previously, she was a visiting scholar at Singapore Management University and held senior positions at Twitch, Spotify, Facebook, Microsoft, and Forbes.
Gerson said: «Asia represents one of the most exciting and important regions for the future of music publishing, and I am delighted that such an experienced and knowledgeable executive as Sunita is joining UMPG to spearhead our continued growth in the region. She has a deep understanding of the evolving digital landscape and the opportunities it creates for songwriters, and her leadership skills and connections in the region will be invaluable to us as we continue to support and promote the next generation of songwriters.».
UMPG Chief Operating Officer Mark Cimino added: «Sunita brings an exceptional combination of strategic thinking, operational experience, and strong connections in the region to the company. Her experience in both the music and technology industries gives her valuable insight into how our business is evolving, and she is ideally suited to lead the next phase of our work in Asia. I am proud to welcome her to the UMPG leadership team.».
Warner Music Company appointed Jean-Sebastien "Seb" Permal Senior Vice President, A&R, EMEA and Central Europe. In this new role, Permal will oversee all domestic activities within the newly expanded Warner Music Central Europe division, as well as its labels in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands, and Belgium.
Permal will also lead the company's talent acquisition and acquisition strategy, artist scouting and signing, and strategic partnerships.
Permal joins Warner Music from Sony Music, where he most recently served as Vice President of A&R for Continental Europe and Africa. He reports to Simon Robson, President of Warner Music EMEA, and Niels Wallboomers, President of Warner Music Central Europe.
Robson said: "Seb is a world-class talent acquisition and development leader who combines an intuitive eye for talent with a deep understanding of the cultural nuances that shape today's global marketplace. With Seb's leadership, we are ideally positioned to expand the reach of our artists and connect them with audiences on a truly global scale.".
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