Atlantic Records Russia will be headed by co-founder Bahh Tee as General Producer
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Author archives: Music Business Worldwide
A new catalog acquisition juggernaut is born, as BMG and KKR strike deal to jointly buy music copyrights
New acquisition heavyweight formed; MBW understands both parties will co-invest in rights
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Indie labels call for end to streaming ‘payola’ – as IMPALA unveils 10-point plan to reform sector
In new report, trade body makes a number of key suggestions for change
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YMU Group launches YMU Arts, names Jori Teplitzky as Managing Director and Justin Blau Director of Strategy
New division will be exploring NFT-related opportunities for its clients
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ONErpm expands operations into Nigeria
Osagie Osarenz named as Country Manager in Nigeria
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This Fiction Music and Spark Music Group launch Campfire Songs publishing JV
First signing is South African writer/producer duo, NOBLE
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Global recorded music revenues grew 7.4% to $21.6bn in 2020, in spite of the pandemic
Paid subscription streaming revenues increased by 18.5% last year
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Bob Valentine promoted to President of Concord, Kent Hoskins named CFO
He will continue to work with CEO Scott Pascucci to guide the company’s overall business strategy
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New First on SoundCloud accelerator program to make ‘multi-phase, year-long investment’ in emerging artists
‘We’ll work directly with the artists over this year to help them drive real, meaningful advances in their careers.’
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Concord Music Publishing signs Julian Casablancas of The Strokes
Deal will cover Casablancas’ past and future solo works and various projects including The Voidz
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