Music News (4/29/20)

Universal Music Publishing Group Launches UMPG Music Solutions

Universal Music Publishing Group has revealed UMPG Music Solutions, which blends its network of sync and music offerings for film, television and advertising.

The service aims to provide a single point of access in each local market to the company’s global network of songwriters, composers, producers and sync resources – including its sync division, production music division and bespoke composition offerings – as well as those of select partners.

“UMPG’s Film, TV and Advertising teams strive to provide best-in-class service for our clients. With UMPG Music Solutions, we are highlighting the fact that our capabilities extend far beyond commercial music licensing,” said Tom Eaton, Senior Vice President, Music for Advertising, Film & TV, UMPG. “By harnessing the talents of our world-class roster, as well as our creative partners, UMPG continues to go above and beyond in providing the best results for all of our clients’ needs.”

UMPG Music Solutions will also offer access to works from the company’s global partners, including Elias Music, Green United Music, Decca Publishing, AMP.Amsterdam, DJDTP and Sup3rsonic.
 

In Nashville’s Music Publishing Community, Song Pitching Goes Remote

Mickey Guyton, Jessi Vaughn, Will Overton.

There is no segment of the music industry that hasn’t been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic on some way over the past several weeks. Music tours have ground to a halt as venues large and small have shuttered in response to state ordinances, touring agencies have furloughed workers, and artist managers have scrambled to revamp promotional plans for their artists’ album releases.

For Nashville’s close-knit songwriting and music publishing community, the stay-at-home ordinances have meant songwriters and music publishers alike have been sheltering in place at their homes. The sudden shift has led music publishers and songwriters to turn to digital platforms to keep their businesses moving forward.

Song pitching has shifted from physical meetings to virtual meetings and conference calls, with publishers often sending label A&R reps the music beforehand.

Click here to read the full article on musicrow.com.
 

LBK Entertainment Signs Emma Brooke To Publishing Deal

Pictured (L-R): Carl Kornmeyer, Emma Brooke, Mariah Topel, Tim DuBois

LBK Entertainment has signed singer/songwriter Emma Brooke to an exclusive worldwide publishing deal.

At the age of 3, Brooke fell in love with Dolly Parton from a TV commercial. Over time that led to singing solos at school, to songwriting, and to vocal coach Zuke Smith. Smith not only helped Brooke with her vocal technique but built her confidence as a singer and a person. This began a journey that carried her into the craft of songwriting and understanding how an ear that has perfect pitch could be used to absorb the structure of music by influences ranging from Parton, Lee Ann Womack, Rihanna, Kacey Musgraves, Ariana Grande, and Taylor Swift. That raw talent and authenticity have earned her a collaborative place in rooms with award-winning songwriters including: Brett James, Marcus Hummon and Steve Bogard, just to name a few.

LBK Entertainment was founded by Carl Kornmeyer, a former 28-year leader at Gaylord Entertainment who led the company’s entertainment operations. Also on the team are former Arista Nashville and Universal South label head Tim DuBois and Topel, who previously worked at BE Music and Entertainment.

LBK’s roster also includes Marcus Hummon and Kev Kelly.
 

Colin Healy Inks With Major Bob Music

Colin Healy has signed a worldwide publishing deal with Major Bob Music. A New England native, Healy currently tours with Dustin Lynch as his Music Director and bass player.

“I’m thrilled to work with Colin. He is such a talented writer/producer, his energy and work ethic make him an amazing addition to our Major Bob roster,” said Tina Crawford, VP/Major Bob Music.

Healy said, “I am so grateful for Bob and Tina for believing in me and supporting me through this new chapter in my career. Their team felt like home from the very beginning. Stoked to see what the future holds!”