Scott Francis Now Pres. Warner/Chappell
Scott Francis has been named to the newly created position of President, Warner/Chappell Music, and Chairman and CEO, Warner/Chappell Music U.S. Francis, a veteran music publishing executive who previously served. Continue reading
EU Wide Music Licenses Approved
The European Commission has approved EU wide song licenses, a move sure to speed the growth of territory wide download, broadcast and music 2.0 services. Previously country by country licensing. Continue reading
3 Truths About Last.fm’s Royalty Plan
Last week’s announcement offering direct royalty payments to unaffiliated indie artists was not altruism as some would have you believe. The laws require that they pay for use. Last.fm was. Continue reading
Royalty Rate Negotiations Bear Fruit
National Music Publishers’ Assn. president/CEO David Israelite confirmed to Billboard that music publishers, record labels and digital music services have agreed on new royalty rates for the next five years. Continue reading
Universal Pictures Adds Music Execs
Harry Garfield has been promoted to EVP of Music for Universal Pictures and Eric Polin has joined the company as SVP of Music Publishing. Both will report to Kathy Nelson,. Continue reading
EMI Music UK Names McGoff SVP A&R
EMI Music Publishing UK, has appointed Kenny McGoff to head function as SVP, Head of A&R. He will report to EMI Publishing UK President Guy Moot and to be based. Continue reading
EMI Ups Sexton To EVP Worldwide Licensing
Cynthia Sexton has been promoted to EVP, Global Brand Partnership, Licensing and Synchronization for EMI Music. In this expanded role, Sexton’s is responsible for worldwide licensing of all EMI assets. Continue reading
Equity vs. Cash For Rights Societies?
The major labels and publishers often get flack for stalling innovation with demands for large advances and other demands, and deservedly so. But performing rights societies, with their own complex. Continue reading
Music Publishing Fast Facts
The Harry Fox Agency represents over 1.9 million songs from almost 35,000 music publishers for mechanical licensing within the U.S. Under American Copyright Law, mechanical licenses are required for music. Continue reading
Nate “Danja” Hill Dominates SESAC Awards
Songwriter/producer Nate “Danja” Hills took home top honors as Songwriter of the Year at SESAC’s 12th annual New York Music Awards last week in NYC. Hill had an impressive array. Continue reading
