A&R Worldwide

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A&R Worldwide is a global artist discovery & development firm that consults artists, executives, brands, government trade organizations, technology pioneers and mobile plattforms, as well as multi-national companies with a vested interest in music. Since it's launch in 2003, A&R Worldwide has helped hundreds of acts secure record deals, publishing contracts, management deals, synch placements, wor

ldwide booking agents and marketing support. Some of the acts that A&R Worldwide and its team has helped include: Coldplay, Keane, The Temper Trap, La Roux, Dido, Missy Higgins, The Ting Tings, Avril Lavigne, Wolfmother & many others.

Here’s you’re final weekly roundup of industry news from yours truly:Position Music signs Grammy-nominated producer RELY...
12/19/2025

Here’s you’re final weekly roundup of industry news from yours truly:

Position Music signs Grammy-nominated producer RELYT to a global publishing deal.

Universal Music Group has just teamed up with Splice to build the next generation of AI-powered creation tools that put artist expression and creative control front and center.

United Talent Agency has elevated a dozen standout team members to agent roles across both the UK and US.

Another dose of music industry headlines for your consumption:Ashok Parwani, with over 40+ years of industry experience,...
12/18/2025

Another dose of music industry headlines for your consumption:

Ashok Parwani, with over 40+ years of industry experience, has been appointed by Divo as the Head of Music.

Eric Wong has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Recorded Music at Warner Music Group, reflecting his growing influence across the company’s global recorded strategy.

Margo Price has signed a global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music, bringing her songwriting catalog into a new phase of international reach.

SoundCloud has partnered with Imogen Heap’s Auracles to integrate artist-focused data tools into its platform.

Tuned Global has teamed up with Realize Music on a VR app designed to support wellness through singing.

BMG and TikTok have renewed and expanded their global publishing agreement, reinforcing TikTok’s central role in music discovery and songwriting revenue.

Here are some Holiday Headlines to lift your musical spirits:Caroline Ellis steps into the Vice President of A&R role at...
12/18/2025

Here are some Holiday Headlines to lift your musical spirits:

Caroline Ellis steps into the Vice President of A&R role at Island Records, a move that underscores her growing influence on the label’s creative direction.

After shaping the modern identity of Warner Classics and Erato, Alain Lanceron transitions into the role of Chairman Emeritus.

Beatchain’s expansion into West Africa through the Afroson1c X platform marks a strategic push into one of the world’s most influential music regions.

Boomtown Festival has promoted Toby Gwazdacz to Managing Director, reinforcing continuity at the top as the festival continues to scale creatively and operationally.

Cherry Red continues its catalogue expansion with the acquisition of Gull Records, State Records, and Uproar Entertainment.

One Fiinix Live has announced new senior hires alongside a consolidation of its offices, signaling a streamlined approach to growth.

A&R Worldwide Throwback - Enjoying a wonderful conversation at the A&R Worldwide headquarters in Burbank, CA were (L-R) ...
12/15/2025

A&R Worldwide Throwback - Enjoying a wonderful conversation at the A&R Worldwide headquarters in Burbank, CA were (L-R) Adam Clough (Founder, 365 Artists), Chelcee Grimes (singer/songwriter, TV personality), and Sat Bisla (President & Founder, A&R Worldwide / MUSEXPO)

Here’s your final roundup of industry news for the week:Universal Music UK has just created a groundbreaking leadership ...
12/11/2025

Here’s your final roundup of industry news for the week:

Universal Music UK has just created a groundbreaking leadership role — promoting Rebecca Allen to Chief Artist & Strategy Officer to guide artist strategy across Island-EMI, Polydor, Decca, Fontana and UMR, reinforcing artist support from breakthrough acts to global superstars.

Warner Chappell Music has consolidated its global sync ops, bringing frontline, catalog and production music teams together under Rich Robinson’s leadership to deliver faster, sharper placements across film, TV, gaming and media.

has named Edward Q. Brickell as Head of Legal Affairs — a move that strengthens the label’s executive bench with seasoned legal leadership to navigate contracts, rights and industry complexity.

Here is your second wave of fresh industry headlines:Sony Music Publishing has locked in rising UK talent Odeal under a ...
12/11/2025

Here is your second wave of fresh industry headlines:

Sony Music Publishing has locked in rising UK talent Odeal under a global deal.

Kobalt continues to deepen its Australian footprint with the signing of fast-rising soul artist Don West.

Spotify just rolled out its Music Videos Beta, giving Premium users in the US and Canada access to official, in-app music videos.

Position Music has signed songwriter Matt McKinney to a worldwide publishing deal.

peermusic has inked a global publishing administration deal with Grammy-nominated artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Terrace Martin.

Indie rock icon Robert Pollard has signed a worldwide publishing administration deal with Third Side Music.

BDi Music has added emerging songwriter and producer Jack Critchlow to its roster.

Hardcore pioneers Bad Brains have partnered with Trust Records-giving their catalog renewed archival care and proper historical preservation.

Warner Music India has teamed up with Rthym’s Life to develop and elevate next-gen artists with global potential.

A massive week in music, here is your first wave of industry headlines:After 35 years shaping hits at Atlantic, Craig Ka...
12/11/2025

A massive week in music, here is your first wave of industry headlines:

After 35 years shaping hits at Atlantic, Craig Kallman just leveled up — he’s now WMG’s Chief Music Officer, overseeing A&R across the globe.

Veteran A&R exec Jeff Sosnow is taking the helm at Reprise Records — while still steering A&R at Warner Records.

Nicole Thomas moves up to lead Virgin Music Group South Africa.

Believe just upped its game — hiring ex-Spotify exec Darya Pourshasb as CMO and bringing her data-driven marketing platform ampd Method in-house.

Warner Music Australasia just restructured its leadership hierarchy — promoting Alex Young to VP Domestic Artists and elevating Dan Ellis to VP of International Artist Strategy, along with a number of other promotions.

Jordyn Reese will lead as an artist manager at The Fellowship Artist Management.

Independent publisher Bucks Music Group has brought in veteran exec Rick Lansdell as COO, alongside a wave of key internal promotions.

Future History — the management company behind breakout act Sleep Token — has just expanded its footprint in the US by naming Jameson Roper Partner and President of US Operations.

Breaking borders: Modern Sky partners with Steel Wool Entertainment to bring the Strawberry Festival — and its Chinese roster — stateside.

Huggin’ it up in London, England at the offices of SSB are longtime friends (L-R) Paul Spraggon (Partner & Attorney, SSB...
12/09/2025

Huggin’ it up in London, England at the offices of SSB are longtime friends (L-R) Paul Spraggon (Partner & Attorney, SSB) and (President & Founder, A&R Worldwide / MUSEXPO).

A&R Worldwide Young Creatives Mixer Vol. 2The future of the music industry gathered during the holiday season to catch u...
12/05/2025

A&R Worldwide Young Creatives Mixer Vol. 2

The future of the music industry gathered during the holiday season to catch up, talk music, and recap a wonderful 2025.

A daily dose of industry news for your timeline:Dave Rocco has just been promoted to Chief Creative Officer at Atlantic ...
12/04/2025

A daily dose of industry news for your timeline:

Dave Rocco has just been promoted to Chief Creative Officer at Atlantic Music Group — moving from President of Creative to leading creative strategy globally for the label.

Sienna Spiro has officially signed with Sony Music Publishing — a huge moment for one of the UK’s most exciting young singer-songwriters.

Reservoir Media has signed the female-led disco-soul band Say She She to a global publishing deal.

Big roster moves at Faber Alt Music Publishing — they’ve revealed a batch of fresh signings.

Oak View Group has named Chris Granger as its new CEO — a move that could reshape venue, touring, and live-event strategies across the board.

Another day, another lineup of industry headlines:Alex Black — with 18+ years of A&R chops and a track record from Hipgn...
12/03/2025

Another day, another lineup of industry headlines:

Alex Black — with 18+ years of A&R chops and a track record from Hipgnosis, Interscope, Warner and beyond — is now peermusic’s new US VP of A&R.

Alexander Stewart — fresh off a billion-stream run and a viral performance on The Kelly Clarkson Show — just inked a global publishing deal with Position Music.

Carín León is officially joining forces with WME for full global representation — a strategic move aimed at bringing one of Latin music’s most powerful voices into new territories.

Manchester’s GoGo Penguin — the trio fusing jazz, classical, electronica and rock — has just signed an exclusive global publishing deal with Campbell Connelly & Co (under Wise Music Group).

31 years in, Jeff Smarr just stepped up to Senior VP, Global Copyright at Sony Music Publishing — a big deal for the world of songwriting rights, catalog management, and global licensing strategy.

After more than two decades steering Universal Music Benelux — guiding careers from Tiësto to Kensington — Kees van der Hoeven is hanging up the CEO hat.

Another week, another slate of industry news for you to catch up on:Notting Hill Music just added one of Scotland’s most...
12/02/2025

Another week, another slate of industry news for you to catch up on:

Notting Hill Music just added one of Scotland’s most compelling young writers to its roster, locking in Declan Welsh at a pivotal moment in his ascent.

WME has tapped veteran agent Rob Markus to lead its international music team, signaling a renewed push for global touring and cross-market strategy.

Xposure Music has secured an impressive $42.5 million to scale its catalog acquisition strategy.

Atlantic Screen Group is reshaping its top ranks, appointing Rupert Hollier as COO while elevating Rosie Hill to President of Nightjar.

Famed bassist, Gene Simmons, from the band KISS is set to make an appearance at a senate hearing on capitol hill in regard to the American Music Fairness Act.

A2IM is doubling down on leadership with Lisa Hresko stepping into the COO role and simultaneously taking the helm at the Foundation of Independent Music.

Merlin has struck a global licensing deal with karaoke innovator Singa.

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