APPOINTMENTS
Universal Music’s Republic Records in the US has promoted Beau Benton to SVP Media & Operations. “It’s been such a pleasure working with Beau every day for the last ten years”, says EVP Media & Artist Relations, Joseph Carozza. “As a colleague and as a friend, I’ve had a front row seat to his media expertise, his love and commitment to artists and the team, and his infectious energy”.
Artist management firm UROK has hired Tayla Dhyll as Head Of Audience and Sophie Lane as Senior Artist Manager. It has also promoted Chris Kasa to SVP Artist Management, Afoma Ojukwu to Artist Relations Manager, and Annabelle Scott-Curry to Creative Director. “We are THRILLED to have people within our team that share the same vision as us on the future of UROK Management”, says co-founder Sam Eldridge. “It has been an incredible year for us and the artists we represent, and we’re excited to take on new and exciting clients to continue learning and growing together as a team”.
Kobalt has hired Kate Loesch as Senior Director, Creative. “I am THRILLED to be joining the incredible talent and creative team at Kobalt”, she says. “It feels good to be part of a team that truly values the music. Kobalt brings a breath of fresh air to the industry with their impressive roster, inclusive culture and creative transparency. I look forward to being hands-on in the creative process as we continue to innovate and push boundaries”.
RELEASES
Central Cee has released new single ‘Let Go’.
Måneskin have released new single ‘La Fine’ - a collaboration with Rage Against The Machine’s Tom Morello. The band’s new album, ‘Gossip’, is out on 13 Jan.
French The Kid has released new single ‘Snow’. Very much not a festive single, despite the title and timing of the release.