Worldwide indie digital rights whatnot Merlin has announced that Koch Records' Bob Frank has been appointed as their first ever Chairman.
Look, here's what he says about it: "Merlin unites the independent sector in an unprecedented way. It gives us an increased ability to compete in the market, and to engage those companies that wish to exploit our rights, and to receive remuneration from those who may have already utilized our copyrights. We look forward to establishing many new partnerships as we pave the way for the independent sector to fully engage in the new music business economy. I am thrilled to take on this role and assist [Merlin's full time] CEO Charles Caldas and the Merlin Board as we march forward".
Caldas, name checked there, you probably noticed, said: "Bob Frank is a recognised leader in the independent music sector, and the fact that he is providing Merlin with the benefit of his knowledge, passion and experience is testament both to the extraordinary group of people we have assembled on this vitally important project, and their force of will to see it succeed."