Although official announcements have yet to be made, Universal Music Group have put into action the previously reported merger of MCA Records into the Interscope Geffen A&M group. The move has been expected for some time..
IGA told reporters: "We have begun a restructuring process at MCA Records. Further details about the structure and staffing of the label will be announced shortly. We are grateful for the contributions made by the employees affected by these changes."
The inevitable lay-offs will hit the MCA staff hard, although insiders say that the combined MCA/Geffen operation will maintain a full-service A&R, marketing and promotion team.
A rosta trim is also expected.