Universal Music's Mercury division last week announced the appointment of Niamh Byrne, formerly of management firm CMO, to the new role of General Manager. Byrne managed Gorillaz and co-managed Blur while at CMO, but left the management company last year to set up consultancy firm The Engine Room. She will continue to have an interest in the consultancy while working at Mercury.
Confirming the new appointment, Mercury Music Group President Jason Iley told CMU: "I am delighted to welcome Niamh to Mercury. She has a remarkable and wide strategic vision, vast digital knowledge, an eye for detail and is such a team player. We are excited about delivering great music in an innovative way".