Warner Music US has announced the appointment of Pete Ganbarg to the job of VP A&R for its Atlantic Records division. The A&R exec, who has previously worked for majors EMI and BMG, has most recently worked for his own consulting company Pure Tone Music.
Confirming the appointment, Atlantic CEO Craig Kallman told reporters: "Pete is the ideal person to lead our A&R mission at a time when the label is in the midst of a musical renaissance. First and foremost, what he brings to the table is a rare diversity of musical taste and deep A&R background, having worked with a string of successful artists who cut across the spectrum - from pop and rock to R&B and hip-hop to country and blues. He has a combination of great ears, executive experience, and most importantly, a pure passion for the music. It gives me great pleasure to welcome Pete into the Atlantic family".