Music Business Development: Collaborator of Tate McRae, Grant Boutin, Renews Agreement with Ryan Tedder's Runner Music and Avex Record Company
In the ever-evolving world of music, there's always something new to celebrate. Here's a roundup of the latest news in the industry:
Sony Music Publishing Signs Multi-Platinum Songwriter CJ Baran
CJ Baran, a renowned songwriter and producer, has inked a global publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing. Known for collaborations with artists like Melanie Martinez, Marina, Nessa Barrett, and Carly Rae Jepsen, Baran is set to bring his unique touch to Sony's roster.
Big Loud's Expansion and Promotions
Big Loud, a powerhouse in the music industry, has been making moves. The company has made hires across various departments, including marketing, creative, digital, publicity, streaming, and international. Among the new hires are Jen Danielson, appointed as VP of streaming, and Corey Brewer, VP of media and public relations. Core members of the executive team have also been promoted in the marketing department.
Honours for Industry Leaders
The Latin Recording Academy has unveiled the lineup for their 2025 Leading Ladies of Entertainment. This prestigious list includes Maricarmen "Tuti" Bou, Vice President of Sony Music Entertainment in Puerto Rico, Romani Ogulu, Burna Boy's manager and sister, Paula Kaminsky, Managing Director at Global Talent Services US, Amarilys Germán, Entertainment Executive and Manager to Latin Grammy and Grammy-winning artist Juan Luis Guerra, and Rozalén, Latin Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter.
Scholarships and Mentorship Programs
The Bandier Program at Syracuse University, a cross-disciplinary education program aimed at preparing the next generation of music industry leaders, has announced the Laufey Scholarship. This scholarship, valued at $100,000, supports international students and those in need of financial aid enrolled in the Bandier music business master's program. Soolynn Lee, a promising artist, was selected as the inaugural recipient of this scholarship.
Femme It Forward, an organisation dedicated to empowering women in the music industry, has announced the 5th cohort of its Next Gem Femme Mentorship Program. While the specific mentees have not been publicly listed, we look forward to seeing the impact of this program on the next generation of female music industry leaders.
Notable Achievements
Grant Boutin, a prolific songwriter and producer, has extended his publishing deal with Avex Music Group and Ryan Tedder's Runner Music. Boutin's impressive portfolio includes work on Tate McRae's viral hits, contributions to Meghan Trainor's album "Timeless," and co-productions for Blacpink's Lisa and Doja Cat's "Lose My Mind."
Chad Smith, drummer of the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, has announced the launch of the Chad Smith Foundation. This foundation aims to amplify young talent and inspire the next generation of musicians.
Lastly, Morgan Sweat has been promoted to VP of creative services at Big Loud, and Brianne Deslippe has been upped to senior vice president of marketing.
These developments are a testament to the vibrant and dynamic nature of the music industry. As we look forward, we can't wait to see what these talented individuals and organisations will achieve next.
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