A&R Worldwide Newsletter Vol. 878

 

WARNER MUSIC FRANCE LAUNCHES ADORE MUSIC

 

 

A new chapter for dance music begins today with the launch of Adore Music, Warner Music France‘s dedicated dance label. Designed to bring together both emerging and established talent, Adore Music’s mandate is to highlight the best dance music in the world.

Adore Music aims to establish itself as a key player by offering its artists access to the global resources of Warner Music and its network. It will identify and support the talent of today and tomorrow, in France and internationally, by providing them with the means to fully express themselves and reach new audiences. The label will strive to gain a global footprint by working closely with Warner Music France’s global-facing teams and Warner Music’s powerful international A&R and marketing networks.

Romain Pasquier, Managing Director of Adore Music, said, “Adore Music marks a bold evolution for Warner Music France, reaffirming its leading role in the electronic music landscape. France has a rich legacy of global superstars like Air, Daft Punk, David Guetta, and Gesaffelstein. Our ambition is to honor this tradition while propelling the next generation of talent onto the global stage.”

To celebrate its launch, Adore Music organized a creative camp that brought together more than thirty artists, producers, and composers in the brand-new studios of 118, the headquarters of Warner Music France. In partnership with Ultra Music Publishing and Warner Chappell Music, this event further strengthened this momentum by offering a unique creative space, highlighting the label’s commitment to producing and promoting the sounds of tomorrow.

The label has a strong schedule, with several projects and exclusive collaborations in the works for its newly signed artists. Adore Music’s first release was on March 21, with “Need You the Most,” the new single by Ofenbach, the most-streamed French group internationally in 2024.

 

 

Tyler Bacon, President & CEO of Position Music, has announced a global publishing agreement with producer Diego Ave.

Known for his work with hip-hop artists, Diego has collaborated with Post Malone, Doechii, Megan Thee Stallion, Future, Chris Brown, Latto, Coi Leray, Toosii, Saweetie, Lay Bayz, Hunxho, Tyga, Shoreline Mafia, Lil Durk, and many others. Diego Avendano, widely recognized as Diego Ave, has accumulated over two billion streams across his catalog.

Initially starting out as an audio engineer, he transitioned to music production and established himself as a key player in the industry. With three Grammy Awards, thirteen Platinum plaques, and multiple Gold certifications to his name, Diego Ave has crafted the sound for some of hip-hop’s most influential artists, earning his place as one of the most in-demand producers today.

“Diego Ave is a certified hitmaker whose impact on hip-hop is undeniable,” says Delmar Powell, Vice President, A&R, Position Music. “With over two billion streams and a record of delivering for the biggest names in the game, his ear for hits and relentless work ethic set him apart. From crafting chart-topping records to shaping the sound of today’s hip-hop artists, Diego continues to push the culture forward. His legend is still being written, and there’s no ceiling to what’s next. We are thrilled to have him join the Position Music family.”

He is managed by Oliver “Big Papa” Harvey and King Wizard of Underdog Music.

Diego Ave joins a Position music publishing roster that includes Tinashe, Cannons, Audien, Jack LaFrantz, ¿Téo?, Austin Powerz, Brandyn Burnette, Layto, Dru “Falconry” DeCaro, Evalyn, Judah & the Lion, Alex “A-Bomb” Fernandez, KANNER, No Love For The Middle Child, Erik Ron, NoMBe, Yonatan Watts, RJ Pasin, and more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A full recap of the event, with all the photos of the panels, keynotes, awards events, gala dinner, networking receptions, artist showcases, wine events and more will be posted soon on the official MUSEXPO website, and social media platforms.

 

Swedish duo SI EVOL is redefining modern folk with a sound rooted in love, freedom, and timeless melodies. Founded in 2024 by Malte Höglund and Peteris Strante, their music blends warm acoustic tones with dreamy synth textures, evoking the spirit of the ’70s while feeling undeniably fresh. Their single, “By the Sea,” is a mesmerizing journey—where delicate guitar work and soul-stirring vocals transport listeners to a place of serenity and deep emotion. The song is already garnering global radio support on dozens of radio stations across the world thanks to the support of the influential globally syndicated radio show Passport Approved. With growing global recognition and a “Rookie of the Year” nomination at the Denniz Pop Awards 2024, SI EVOL is quickly becoming a name to remember. And if you haven’t caught on yet—SI EVOL is “LOVE IS” spelled backward, a perfect reflection of the music’s heart and evolution. Listen to “By The Sea” HERE, and let yourself drift into its beauty. For additional information on SI EVOL and available opportunities, contact Jonas Holst at Jonas.Holst@umusic.com.

 

 

PRESCRIPTION SONGS NAMES CHRIS MARTIGNAGO AS VP OF A&R FOR NASHVILLE: Prescription Songs has announced the promotion of Chris Martignago to Vice President of A&R. Based in the Nashville office, Chris works closely with Trent Dabbs and collaborates with other talent including Anderson East, JT Daly, Nick Lobel, Tony Esterly, and more. With over 14 years of experience in the music industry, Chris founded the A&R Research department at Atlantic Records in 2012 before joining Prescription Songs in 2021. Throughout his career, he’s aided in the success of numerous gold and platinum hits, contributing to artists such as Paramore, Marshmello, Saweetie, A Day to Remember, Stephen Sanchez, Devin Dawson, Wilder Woods, Anna Clendening, Ingrid Michaelson, Galxara, Matoma, Shinedown, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise. Beyond his professional work, Chris is dedicated to his community, volunteering with local schools and arts programs. He is also the founder of HELL YES!, an online platform that highlights emerging songwriters and fosters connections through songwriting camps and events, such as PLAYBACK, in partnership with PøpSquad‘s Wes Davenport. Through HELL YES!, Martignago continues to provide resources for independent songwriters and artists, helping them bridge the gap between local creativity and the global music industry.

 

PIETER VAN BODEGRAVEN JOINS CTM: Veteran Dutch music publisher Pieter van Bodegraven is joining the CTM Publishing team as a Creative Consultant, bringing with him decades of expertise in the music publishing industry. Known as one of the leading figures in the Benelux region, he has had a significant impact both locally and globally. Over the course of his career, Van Bodegraven has been instrumental in shaping the success of numerous artists, composers, producers, and other key industry figures. Jitze de Raaff, President, CTM Publishing, said, “Pieter brings an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience and is a true publisher at heart. His national and international network is extraordinary, and we are thrilled that Pieter and CTM have joined forces.” Pieter van Bodegraven added, “The atmosphere and mindset at CTM perfectly align with my vision for our business: genuine creative involvement with the composers we work with, combined with the assurance that the global administration of copyrights – and the accurate distribution of royalties to our composers is handled professionally by a fantastic team.”

 

JOAQUINA SIGNS PUBLISHING DEAL WITH WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC: Warner Chappell Music (WCM) U.S. Latin has inked a global administration deal with Venezuelan pop artist Joaquina. She made history in 2023 by becoming the youngest recipient of the Latin Grammy for “Best New Artist.” Joaquina recently surpassed one million monthly Spotify listeners. Her song “La Versión En Mi Cabeza” was also featured on Juanes‘s Grammy Award-winning album Vida Cotidiana. Born in Caracas and raised in Miami, Joaquina Blavia Canabal‘s journey began early when she wrote her first song at the age of eight and began performing original music by thirteen. She further honed her craft as part of the inaugural class at the Art House Academy, led by 14-time Grammy and Latin Grammy Award winner Julio Reyes Copello. Her breakout track “Primer Amor” was released in 2020, and she has since dropped notable hits like “Rabia”, Los Mejores Años—which earned a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Singer-Songwriter Album—and “escapar de mí”. In 2023, she performed alongside Andrea Bocelli for his 30th-anniversary concert, where they sang “Vivo Por Ella.” This spring, Joaquina will launch her first-ever tour, hitting four U.S. cities along with shows in Mexico, Peru, Chile, Colombia, and Argentina.

 

SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING SIGNS FREYA RIDINGS: Sony Music Publishing U.K. has entered into an exclusive global publishing deal with singer-songwriter Freya Ridings. This new partnership will encompass Ridings’ upcoming projects, including her third studio album, which is currently in the works. Based in London, Ridings first gained widespread recognition in 2018 when her song “Lost Without You” reached the Top 10. Since then, she has released a Top 3 debut album, a Top 10 follow-up, and received a BRIT Award nomination. In addition, Ridings has nearly four million monthly listeners on Spotify. David Ventura, President & Co-MD, U.K., and Sr. VP International, Sony Music Publishing, said, “For a decade, I have been trying to work with Freya, simply because her songwriting and voice are hypnotizing. After all this time, it is exciting to have the opportunity to finally be on her team. Freya’s songwriting is inspired – she has many things to write about and her work ethic is incredible. New music is around the corner and it’s time for Freya’s music to reach new heights.”

 

ATC GROUP PROMOTES RIC SALMON TO CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER: ATC Group has named Ric Salmon to the newly created role of Chief Growth Officer. Salmon, who has been with ATC for a decade, has represented a range of artists including Laura Marling, Glen Hansard, Trevor Horn, and Frank Carter. He is also the Co-Founder of Driift, a BAFTA-winning live-streaming company that has become a major player in the premium pay-per-view live event space, now operating under ATC’s services division. Before joining ATC, Salmon managed artists such as Seal and Morrissey through his management company, Harvest Entertainment. He also held senior A&R positions at Sony Music, Ministry of Sound, and Warner Music International, where he worked with Eric Prydz, Rod Stewart, Beverley Knight, The Corrs, and Boyzone, among many others. In his role, Salmon will assist ATC’s senior management team as the company continues to expand its global full-service model, focusing on new acquisitions and partnerships. ATC’s model integrates artist management (ATC Management), live concert bookings (ATC Live), and a variety of in-house services such as merchandising, live streaming, synchronization, music promotion, brand partnerships, digital innovation, and live experiences. This approach supports over 860 clients, helping them leverage new innovations and adapt to evolving market dynamics to build sustainable and successful creative businesses. Since its IPO in December 2021, ATC has made several acquisitions, including direct-to-fan merchandising company Sandbag, live music promoter Joy Entertainment, and a majority stake in Raw Power Management, which represents artists like Bring Me The Horizon, Bullet For My Valentine, Jordan Adetunji, You Me At Six, and Heartworms.

 

NINJA TUNE FORMS PARTNERSHIP WITH REACTIONAL MUSIC: Ninja Tune has teamed up with Reactional Music to bring real-time interactive music integration to gaming, automotive, and digital environments. This partnership will allow Reactional Music’s platform to feature tracks from Ninja Tune’s catalog, including offerings from Thundercat, Bicep, Bonobo, Nilüfer Yanya, Little Dragon, Hiatus Kaiyote, Run The Jewels, Odesza, Peggy Gou, and many more. Through Reactional’s music personalization engine, developers can integrate user-curated soundtracks directly into gameplay. Gamers will be able to personalize their experience by selecting their favorite songs or playlists, with the music adapting to the game’s tempo and mood in real time, resulting in an immersive experience. To celebrate this partnership, Ninja Tune and Reactional Music launched an in-game demo featuring music from Coldcut, The Death Set, and The Qemists. Reactional’s technology also enables commercial music to be available as in-game purchases at a much larger scale than ever before. With the growing trend towards personalization across digital platforms, spending on in-game customization is forecast to reach $100 billion (USD) by 2029. Ninja Tune now joins a group of over fifty rights-holder partners with Reactional, including Beggars Group, Defected Records, and Hipgnosis Song Management. Reactional’s platform is already live on Unity and Unreal Engine, supporting developers across Europe, the U.S., China, and Southeast Asia.

 

RESERVOIR SIGNS R&B SONGWRITER AND ARTIST EL DEBARGE: Reservoir Media has entered into a publishing agreement with Grammy-nominated R&B singer, songwriter, and performer El DeBarge. The deal covers his catalog, including hits from his solo career and his time with the family group DeBarge, as well as his future works. El DeBarge’s journey began at a youthful age when he and his siblings formed the group DeBarge, which was signed to Motown Records by Berry Gordy. The group released five albums and became a force on the U.S. R&B and pop charts throughout the 1980s with hits like “You Wear It Well,” “Time Will Reveal,” “Love Me In A Special Way,” “All This Love,” and “I Like It.” Their songs have also been sampled by artists such as Beyoncé, Moneybagg Yo, Joey Bada$$, Ashanti, Tupac, and The Notorious B.I.G., keeping their legacy alive with new generations of listeners. In 1986, El DeBarge launched his solo career with his self-titled debut album, which produced the track “Who’s Johnny,” reaching No.3 on the U.S. Hot 100 chart. His 1994 album Heart, Mind and Soul, co-produced by Babyface, spawned successful singles like “Slide,” and “Where Is My Love.” After a hiatus, El DeBarge made a comeback with his fifth studio album Second Chance in 2010, which earned him three Grammy nominations. Over the years, he has collaborated with Dionne Warwick, Al Green, Lalah Hathaway, Quincy Jones, and the Isley Brothers. El is now back in the studio with producer Cory Rooney working on his first new solo album in over a decade.

 

SPOTIFY APPOINTS CHRIS WHITELEY AS MD FOR U.K. & NORTHERN EUROPE: Spotify has named Chris Whiteley as the new Managing Director for Northern Europe, overseeing the company’s marketing, music, and podcast operations in the region. Whiteley’s responsibilities include leading Spotify’s efforts across the U.K. and Ireland, a role previously held by Tom Connaughton, who departed over a year ago. Prior to joining Spotify, Whiteley served as the Managing Director for Business Development at Netflix in the U.K., where he spent a decade helping to shape the streaming service’s growth. This move comes on the heels of Spotify’s appointment of Federica Tremolada as the General Manager for Europe in the summer of 2024.

 

DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORING RIGHTS SIGNS JASON MRAZ: Downtown Neighboring Rights (DNR) has entered into a global agreement with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jason Mraz to manage and represent the neighboring rights for his catalog. This includes hit songs like “I’m Yours,” “I Won’t Give Up,” and “Lucky,” which features Colbie Caillat, a client of Downtown Music Publishing label services. Mraz, a two-time Grammy Award winner and honoree of the Hal David Songwriters Hall of Fame Award, has achieved Platinum and multi-Platinum certifications in over 20 countries. His song “I’m Yours” was awarded a Diamond certification for surpassing one billion streams on Spotify and holds the distinction of being the most streamed solo artist song of the 2000s. DNR’s roster also includes artists such as Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Lindsey Buckingham, Justin Bieber, OneRepublic, Meat Loaf, Lady Blackbird, and Anohni, among others.

 

KALI UCHIS SIGNS WITH CAPITOL RECORDS: Kali Uchis has officially signed with Capitol Records, continuing her collaboration with the same team behind her albums Red Moon in Venus and ORQUÍDEAS. This move strengthens her partnership with Tom March, Chairman & CEO, Capitol Records, while also allowing her to maintain her creative connection with Matt Morris, Executive VP, A&R, Interscope, who has been an integral part of Uchis’ journey since 2018. Uchis reached new heights with ORQUÍDEAS, which debuted at No.2 on the Billboard 200 and became her highest-charting album to date. The album, which was both a critical and commercial success, featured Platinum-certified singles like “Igual Que un Ángel” with Peso Pluma and “Labios Mordidos” with Karol G. ORQUÍDEAS earned multiple nominations, including for “Best Latin Pop Album” at the 2025 Grammy Awards and “Best Pop Vocal Album” at the Latin Grammys, and was celebrated at the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Latin American Music Awards. Uchis’ breakout moment came in 2021 with the hit “telepatía,” which has now surpassed two billion streams and made history as the longest-charting Spanish-language song by a solo artist on the Hot 100 this decade. Raised between Virginia and Colombia, Uchis has collaborated with SZA, Tyler, The Creator, Lana Del Rey, Gorillaz, Snoop Dogg, and Rauw Alejandro. Her festival performances have included stages at Coachella, Austin City Limits, Tropicalia, Governors Ball, Bonnaroo, and Lollapalooza, among others.

 

NIELS WALBOOMERS TO OVERSEE SPINNIN’ RECORDS: Niels Walboomers, currently Warner Music Group‘s President of Recorded Music and Publishing for Benelux, is set to take on an expanded role that will see him overseeing Spinnin’ Records as well. This comes as Ewout Swart, who has been with Spinnin’ for 16 years, steps down from his position as Co-President. Swart began his journey at the label in 2009 as a Royalties Manager, rising through the ranks to become COO in 2016 and Co-President in 2023. This change follows the departure of Roger De Graaf in November 2024, who stepped down after 25 years at the company he co-founded. While Spinnin’ Records will continue to function independently from WM Benelux, Walboomers will collaborate closely with Jorn Heringa to oversee the label’s A&R activities. Spinnin’ was founded in 1999 by Roger De Graaf and Eelko van Kooten and became part of Warner Music Group in 2017 when van Kooten stepped away. Spinnin’ Records has aided in launching the careers of Afrojack, Cheat Codes, Don Diablo, Martin Garrix, Nicky Romero, Oliver Heldens, Sam Feldt, and Tiësto, among others. The label also houses various artist-driven sub-labels such as Alok‘s Controversia, Blasterjaxx‘s Maxximize, and Kshmr‘s Dharma, to name just a few.

 

EARACHE PARTNERS WITH KOREAN MUSIC TECH COMPANY MUZLIVE: Earache Records has teamed up with Muzlive to launch a catalog-wide collaboration centered around the innovative KiT album format. Developed by the Korean company, KiT blends physical and digital elements, a hybrid format that has been an enormous success in the K-Pop industry, with over nine million units sold since 2017. Earache is the first European label to embrace this format beyond K-Pop, and it will debut KiT for both new releases and as a chart-reporting format in partnership with the Official Charts Company starting in April 2025. Tim Bailey, Head of Label at Earache, called KiT “a format for our times.” The name KiT stands for “Keep in Touch.” The albums come as a special cartridge device, housed in a custom box with photo cards, booklets, and stickers. This physical package acts as a digital key to unlock exclusive content, including music, videos, and more via the KiT app. Earache will kick off the initiative with the release of Those Damn Crows‘ album God Shaped Hole, which will be the first chart-reporting album available on KiT when it drops on April 11th. The format will be recognized for charting by the Official Charts Company in the U.K., ODC in Germany, and ARIA in Australia. Listeners can pre-order God Shaped Hole and a variety of other catalog and frontline titles exclusively through Earache.com/KIT. Also, Penfriend‘s upcoming album House of Stories will mark the first independently released chart-reporting KiT album in the U.K., arriving on April 18th.

 

ADA ACQUIRES MUSIC TECH START-UP RSDL.IO: ADA, the global independent music distribution and artist services division of Warner Music Group, has acquired the music-tech start-up RSDL.io. RSDL.io offers a tool designed to streamline accounting and provides a simplified overview of various revenue streams, enabling artists and labels to manage their business operations more efficiently. While the terms of the deal were not disclosed, RSDL.io was founded by tech industry experts Mike Holmes, Jim Sella, and Bill Sella (all former Cisco executives), along with music veterans Alex Brahl (S7 Management) and Shep Goodman (writer and producer). The platform offers comprehensive features such as automated payments, split and recoupment management, and detailed insights for artist and contributor payouts. Following the acquisition, Mike Holmes (CEO and founder of RSDL.io) will join Warner Music’s tech team to lead product development for RSDL.io, while Bill Sella (CTO and founder) will be instrumental in integrating the platform into the ADA ecosystem and driving the development of new features.

 

ELIZABETH RODDA NAMED PRESIDENT, US LATIN, PEERMUSIC: Peermusic has appointed Elizabeth Rodda as President of U.S. Latin, Latin America, and Global Society Relations. The announcement was made by CEO Mary Megan Peer, to whom Rodda will continue reporting. In her role, Rodda will take charge of the company’s initiatives and new signings in the U.S. and Puerto Rico while continuing her oversight of Peermusic’s Latin operations across South America, Mexico, and Central America. She will now also lead Peermusic’s U.S. Latin Creative team, with all reporting to her. Rodda will remain based at the company’s Miami office and will continue to represent Peermusic in its relationships with global collection societies, focusing on enhancing revenue growth and rights management for Peermusic songwriters worldwide. Recent signings include Vladi Cachai, AQUIHAYAQUIHAY, Un León Marinero, Foudeqush, Jaze, Los Dioses del Ritmo, and NanQ. As part of her role in global society relations, Rodda continues to work closely with Collective Management Organizations (CMOs) and Peermusic’s local offices to streamline registrations and improve collections for the company and its songwriters.

 

DAVID KRAMER TO SUCCEED JEREMY ZIMMER AS UTA CEO: David Kramer has been appointed as the new CEO of UTA, effective June 1, 2025. In this role, Kramer will be responsible for overseeing the company’s global operations and strategic direction. Jeremy Zimmer, who has served as CEO since 2012, will transition to the position of Executive Chairman through the end of 2025, supporting the succession process. Zimmer will remain involved with the company as a member of the board of directors. Under his leadership, UTA has expanded from a boutique literary agency to a global powerhouse, branching out into music, sports, publishing, fashion, beauty, creators, and brand advisory services. Kramer, who has been serving as UTA’s President since 2022, has been with the company for many years, starting in the post room before moving on to the motion picture department. Throughout his career, Kramer has managed UTA’s day-to-day operations and played a key role in the agency’s strategic growth. He has overseen various divisions, including filmed entertainment, talent, comedy touring, and publishing, and has been instrumental in expanding UTA’s reach through key acquisitions, such as the Curtis Brown Group in the U.K., as well as bringing in EQT as a strategic investor. UTA’s growth has been fueled by both organic expansion and 19 strategic acquisitions, including The Agency Group and Echo Location Talent Agency.

 

AS IFPI REVEALS GLOBAL MARKET RESULTS, INDUSTRY LEADERS ADDRESS THREATS AND OPPORTUNITIES FROM AI: Music industry leaders from global music companies gathered in London for the launch of the IFPI Global Music Report 2025. This annual report, which covers the global market performance for 2024, painted a largely positive picture for the music industry, although the growth rate showed signs of slowing down. As is typical for these events, discussions focused on key topics like the rise of paid streaming services, the role of ad-funded tiers, artist collaborations, and emerging markets. However, the central issue dominating the agenda was the growing threat posed by generative AI to the music sector. This discussion came at a pivotal time, as the IFPI’s data marked the 10th anniversary of the industry’s recovery from the effects of piracy in the early 2000s. Victoria Oakley, CEO of IFPI, led her first Global Music Report since stepping into the role and acknowledged that AI has become a key focus for the music policy agenda this year. Dennis Kooker, a longtime participant at IFPI events, shared insights on behalf of the major labels, revealing that they had already taken initiative-taking measures to protect artists. Earlier this month, it was disclosed that the label had requested the removal of over 75,000 fake AI-generated tracks imitating its artists’ music. Despite concerns over AI, Kooker highlighted the continued 9.5% growth in paid subscription revenue, emphasizing that the success of the streaming model hinges on maintaining a robust copyright framework.

 

KOBALT SIGNS GLOBAL DEAL WITH ESLABON ARMADO’S PEDRO TOVAR: Kobalt has announced an exclusive global publishing partnership with Pedro Tovar, the frontman and songwriter of Eslabon Armado and founder of Armado Publishing. Eslabon Armado, the first Musica Mexicana group to top Billboard‘s Global 200 chart, has revolutionized the genre and expanded its global reach. Last week, the group released their album Vibras de Noche II, which shot to No. 1 on Apple Music‘s U.S. Latin chart within just 24 hours, dethroning Bad Bunny‘s DTMF. The album also secured the No.5 spot on Apple Music’s U.S. Top Albums chart, following names like Drake, Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, and Tate McRae. Eslabon Armado has continued to break cultural barriers, defying expectations and reshaping the landscape of Musica Mexicana in unprecedented ways. Their track “Ella Baila Sola” made history as the longest-running No.1 hit on Billboard‘s Hot Latin Songs chart and was the first Musica Mexicana track to reach No.1 on the Billboard Global 200. The song earned global recognition as Spotify‘s Song of the Summer, Variety‘s Hitmakers “Collaboration of the Year,” and achieved 21x Platinum certification by the RIAA. The band also made history by becoming the first Musica Mexicana group to perform on Good Morning America and making an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Eslabon Armado has also announced their upcoming Vibras De Noche tour, which will include their first-ever performances in Mexico alongside dates across the U.S.

 

WASSERMAN MUSIC ANNOUNCES HIRING OF THREE KEY EXECUTIVES: Wasserman Music has announced the appointment of three new executives to bolster its Fairs & Festivals, Tour Marketing, and worldwide agent teams as the company continues to expand. Tim Beeding, based in Nashville, has joined Wasserman Music as Sr. Vice President, Fairs & Festivals. Beeding will co-lead this division alongside fellow Sr. Vice President Shannon Casey. He has over 20 years of experience, having previously worked as an agent at CAA, where he represented a roster of music artists. Doug Singer, based in Los Angeles, comes on board as Vice President of the global agent team. Singer will represent artists such as Vince Staples, SiR, Saint Levant, Majid Jordan, and Sleigh Bells. Prior to joining Wasserman, Singer was a Partner at WME‘s music division, where he managed a roster of artists. Chloe Garcia, also based in Los Angeles, has been appointed Director of Tour Marketing and will report to Sr. Vice President of Marketing Sam Alpert. In this role, Garcia will contribute to the continued growth of Wasserman Music’s global marketing services. She previously worked at WME as a Tour Marketing Agent, successfully leading global campaigns for a variety of major touring acts.

 

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