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NTWRK Acquires Complex to Build Next Generation Content and Shopping Experience

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

The deal will allow Complex to leverage NTWRK’s marketplace and access culture-obsessed consumers to create a one-of-a-kind experience for a highly engaged audience.

Key Points: 
  • The deal will allow Complex to leverage NTWRK’s marketplace and access culture-obsessed consumers to create a one-of-a-kind experience for a highly engaged audience.
  • NTWRK is a digital platform that offers users unprecedented access to exclusive products while fostering community through livestream shopping.
  • Aaron has extensive experience working with the Complex brand, co-creating ComplexCon alongside Marc Eckō, Complex’s founder, in 2016.
  • “Complex has been a beacon of culture and innovation for over two decades” said Aaron Levant, new CEO of Complex.

TOM MARCH TO LEAD CAPITOL MUSIC GROUP AS COMPANY'S CHAIRMAN & CEO FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE'S HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL TWO YEARS AS GEFFEN RECORDS PRESIDENT AND SIX YEARS AS CO-PRESIDENT OF UNIVERSAL MUSIC'S LONDON-BASED POLYDOR RECORDS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom March has been appointed Chairman & CEO of Capitol Music Group (CMG), it was announced today by Interscope Geffen A&M Records (IGA) Chairman & CEO John Janick,  to whom March reports.  In his new position, March is responsible for the overall management and direction of the company, which encompasses Capitol Records, Blue Note Records, Motown Records, Astralwerks, Harvest Records and Capitol Christian Music Group.  Concurrently, Janick has appointed Lillia Parsa as Co-President of CMG, joining Co-President Arjun Pulijal, who will continue to focus on the company's artist development efforts.  Parsa will work closely with March in planning the company's creative direction and future growth, including the pursuit and nurturing of partnerships with artist and executive entrepreneurs to broaden and strengthen CMG's connections within the creative community. Both March and Parsa will be based in Hollywood, within the iconic Capitol Tower.  CMG and IGA are divisions of Universal Music Group [UMG], the world's leading music company.

Key Points: 
  • Announcement was made by John Janick, Chairman & CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M Records, following his recent elevation to lead broader portfolio of Universal Music Group's U.S. recorded music business.
  • HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom March has been appointed Chairman & CEO of Capitol Music Group (CMG), it was announced today by Interscope Geffen A&M Records (IGA) Chairman & CEO John Janick, to whom March reports.
  • In his new position, March is responsible for the overall management and direction of the company, which encompasses Capitol Records, Blue Note Records, Motown Records, Astralwerks, Harvest Records and Capitol Christian Music Group.
  • CMG and IGA are divisions of Universal Music Group [UMG], the world's leading music company.

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP'S FAMILY OF ARTISTS, SONGWRITERS, LABELS AND DISTRIBUTED PARTNERS WIDELY RECOGNIZED ACROSS GENRES AT THE 66TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS

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Monday, February 5, 2024

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment, and its family of artists, labels and distributed partners were widely recognized at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, with Taylor Swift's Midnights (Republic) winning Album of the Year, becoming the first artist in history to win four Album of the Year honors. Midnights was also named Best Pop Vocal Album.

Key Points: 
  • Billie Eilish (Interscope) was awarded Song of the Year and Best Song Written for Visual Media for "What Was I Made For?".
  • Boygenius (Interscope) won three Grammys including Best Alternative Music Album for The Record, and Best Rock Performance and Best Rock Song for "Not Strong Enough."
  • John Williams' "Helena's Theme" (Disney) won Best Instrumental Composition, and The String Revolution featuring Tommy Emmanuel (CIA Records) won Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella.
  • Written In Their Soul: The Stax Songwriter Demos (Concord) won Best Historical Album and Best Album Notes.

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP'S FAMILY OF ARTISTS, SONGWRITERS, LABELS AND DISTRIBUTED PARTNERS WIDELY RECOGNIZED ACROSS GENRES AT THE 66TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS

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Monday, February 5, 2024

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment, and its family of artists, labels and distributed partners were widely recognized at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, with Taylor Swift's Midnights (Republic) winning Album of the Year, becoming the first artist in history to win four Album of the Year honors. Midnights was also named Best Pop Vocal Album.

Key Points: 
  • UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP'S FAMILY OF ARTISTS, SONGWRITERS, LABELS AND PARTNERS WIDELY RECOGNIZED AT THE 66TH ANNUAL GRAMMYS
    Billie Eilish (Interscope) was awarded Song of the Year and Best Song Written for Visual Media for "What Was I Made For?".
  • Boygenius (Interscope) won three Grammys including Best Alternative Music Album for The Record, and Best Rock Performance and Best Rock Song for "Not Strong Enough."
  • John Williams' "Helena's Theme" (Disney) won Best Instrumental Composition, and The String Revolution featuring Tommy Emmanuel (CIA Records) won Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella.
  • Written In Their Soul: The Stax Songwriter Demos (Concord) won Best Historical Album and Best Album Notes.

BOYGENIUS RECEIVES THE SECOND ANNUAL UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP X REVERB AMPLIFIER AWARD

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group and REVERB last night announced boygenius are the recipients of the second annual Universal Music Group x REVERB Amplifier Award. The Grammy® nominated band comprised of Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus and Phoebe Bridgers, were presented with the award by UMG Chairman and CEO, Sir Lucian Grainge; Interscope Geffen A&M Records CEO and Chairman, John Janick; Universal Music Publishing Group Chairman and CEO, Jody Gerson; and REVERB Co-founder, Adam Gardner at NeueHouse Hollywood during Billboard's annual Power 100 event.

Key Points: 
  • The "Universal Music Group x REVERB Amplifier Award" was created to recognize artists that have shown an outstanding commitment to creating positive change through their music and reach.
  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group and REVERB last night announced boygenius are the recipients of the second annual Universal Music Group x REVERB Amplifier Award.
  • It's my great honor to present boygenius with the second annual 'Universal Music Group x REVERB Amplifier Award.'
  • This award is in recognition of artists who use their music, their reach and their actions to promote positive change for people and the planet.

Tierra Whack Releases "SHOWER SONG" Video Directed By Alex Da Corte

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Friday, January 26, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GRAMMY-nominated recording artist and creative auteur, Tierra Whack (Interscope Records) lays out the red carpet for the first single of her debut album, WORLD WIDE WHACK, with her wildly creative video "SHOWER SONG." Partnering with American conceptual artist Alex Da Corte, Tierra's imaginative mind and innovative spirit intertwine to create an artistic 90-second visual centering around her morning routine. The Philly lyricist finds a fun and clever way to engage listeners with her poppy singing and playground wit. De Corte adds even more color to Tierra's lyrics with his visual magic and animation, making every word and object on the screen pop.

Key Points: 
  • Partnering with American conceptual artist Alex Da Corte , Tierra's imaginative mind and innovative spirit intertwine to create an artistic 90-second visual centering around her morning routine.
  • De Corte adds even more color to Tierra's lyrics with his visual magic and animation, making every word and object on the screen pop.
  • For Tierra's album artwork, she scoffs at convention by creating a work of art with Da Corte, who previously directed the rapper's stirring animation "Dora."
  • Dubbed a visual art project, Alex Da Corte and Tierra will bring her fictional character, WORLD WIDE WHACK, to life.

Gala Music Unveils Powerhouse Team to Propel Web3 Music Revolution

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gala Music, the ground-breaking platform at the forefront of web3 music, proudly introduces its formidable new leadership team set to revolutionize the music industry.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gala Music, the ground-breaking platform at the forefront of web3 music, proudly introduces its formidable new leadership team set to revolutionize the music industry.
  • Eric Schiermeyer, CEO and Founder of Gala, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "We're thrilled to welcome such a talented and experienced crew to the Gala Music family.
  • This powerhouse team signifies a pivotal moment for Gala Music, infusing the platform with the expertise and enthusiasm needed to revolutionize music creation, distribution, and enjoyment.
  • Stay tuned for further updates from Gala Music as this dream team unfolds its plans to transform the music landscape, empowering a new generation of creators and listeners.

Asset Entities, Inc. Announces Participation in the ThinkEquity Conference in New York City on October 19, 2023

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Arshia Sarkhani, CEO of Asset Entities, will be presenting at 1:00 PM ET on October 19, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Arshia Sarkhani, CEO of Asset Entities, will be presenting at 1:00 PM ET on October 19, 2023.
  • Members of the Asset Entities Inc. Management Team will also be holding one-on-one investor meetings throughout the day.
  • NFL Legend Michael Irvin will be in attendance at the pre-conference event with the Asset Entities Team on Wednesday evening, October 18, 2023.
  • In addition, Jeff Blue, Asset Entities Head of Entertainment, will be in attendance throughout the day at the Conference on October 19, 2023.

Forbes' 50 Over 50 List Honors Super League's Ann Hand

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

The annual list celebrates investors, entrepreneurs, inventors, and innovative thinkers who have accomplished remarkable feats after the age of 50, proving that age can be a superpower in achieving greatness.

Key Points: 
  • The annual list celebrates investors, entrepreneurs, inventors, and innovative thinkers who have accomplished remarkable feats after the age of 50, proving that age can be a superpower in achieving greatness.
  • Ann’s inclusion on this list is a testament to her decades of work as a market-facing executive across various industries.
  • Recognized by Forbes for her impact in reshaping the entertainment and cultural landscape, Ann stands out as a visionary leader.
  • This is exemplified by her successful venture into gaming and entertainment, culminating in Super League’s public listing in 2019.

Super League Joins Roblox Partner Program and Deepens its Immersive Solutions Advantage for Brands and IP Owners

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

An early mover in building and distributing creative and impactful programs for brands, in partnership with hundreds of top Roblox developers, Super League now elevates its offering to include the official Roblox advertising system with Immersive Ads.

Key Points: 
  • An early mover in building and distributing creative and impactful programs for brands, in partnership with hundreds of top Roblox developers, Super League now elevates its offering to include the official Roblox advertising system with Immersive Ads.
  • The added capabilities augment Super League’s powerful end-to-end, innovative solutions, enabling brands to reach the highly engaged audience on Roblox, a global immersive platform where over 66 million people connect and communicate daily.
  • Super League was an early mover in the space, enabling extensive third-party distribution for brands on Roblox by providing hundreds of developers in the community with measurement, monetization, and optimization tools.
  • Through the Roblox Partner Program, Super League is evolving its offering by repurposing its previous ad network to solely focus on Roblox’s Immersive Ads product to enable brands to reach audiences at scale.