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DAVE BAYLEY – SINGER & SONGWRITER OF GLASS ANIMALS
SIGNS WORLDWIDE DEAL WITH UMPG 
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), today announced the signing of Dave Bayley of the Grammy Awards-nominated Glass Animals (Polydor/Republic Records) to an exclusive, global publishing agreement.
Dave Bayley
Bayley said, “There’s so much I want to learn and so much music I want to make in so many different areas – from Glass Animals records, to pop songwriting, to experimental sound design, to scoring. When it came time to re-sign my publishing, there were so many wonderful people, ideas and opportunities around that I began to feel a bit lost, but Universal Music Publishing and the incredible team of people there had drawn a long and clear path for me through those ideas... it just felt like a journey I wanted to take. I can’t wait to see what the future holds!” Jody Gerson, Chairman & CEO of UMPG commented, “I am a Glass Animals fan and I am especially delighted to work closely with UMPG’s global creative teams to amplify Dave Bayley’s talents as a writer and producer, not only for his band but also for other artists who inspire and excite him.” Recently, Glass Animals was named “Group of the Year” at Variety Hitmakers. They were also nominated for the 2022 Grammy Awards’ Best New Artist and BRIT Awards for Song of the Year (“Heat Waves”) and Best Rock/Alternative Act. Glass Animals is managed by Amy Morgan of September Management. Read more HERE.
JACKIE WINKLER NAMED VP A&R AT ISLAND RECORDS
Jackie Winkler has been promoted to Vice President, A&R at Island Records. The announcement was made several days ago by Co-CEOs of Island Records, Imran Majid and Justin Eshak, to whom Winkler will report.
Winkler began her career as an intern at Warner Records while earning her undergraduate degree at the University of Arizona. In 2011, she was hired as an A&R Manager at Warner where she signed Grammy-winning artist Andra Day as her first act, and then went on to sign acts including Nico and Vinz, NONONO, JR JR, and Sabina Ddumba.
Jackie Winkler
Justin Eshak said, “Jackie has an exceptional ear and natural instinct for finding and fostering talent. Her deep understating across all aspects of A&R is exactly why she will thrive in this new role.” Imran Majid added, “Jackie is highly respected in the artist and creative community. Her ability to discover artists and put records together is top notch. She is an integral leader in this new chapter of Island Records.” Winkler began her career as an intern at Warner Records while earning her undergraduate degree at the University of Arizona. She was officially hired as A&R manager in 2011 and signed the Grammy winner Andra Day as her first act. Most recently, Winkler played a key A&R role in the signing of Lauren Spencer-Smith. She has also worked closely with global superstars Demi Lovato, Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia O’Brien among others. Winkler will continue to be based in Los Angeles with her new role.
BMG ANNOUNCES NEW UK & AUSTRALIAN SIGNINGS
AND HOSTS AN OPEN HOUSE IN LOS ANGELES 
BMG recently acquired a 50% stake in the song interests of Bobby Gillespie, Andrew Innes and the late Robert Young of legendary Scottish rock band Primal Scream, together with their neighboring rights. The deal includes the writers’ shares in songs including “Movin’ On Up,’” “Loaded,” “Rocks, “Come Together,” and covers all of their 11 albums from Sonic Flower Groove (1987) through to Chaosmosis (2016).
Primal Scream
Primal Scream’s latest new studio album was 2016’s Chaosmosis. They are set to return to the live stage on May 28 at the Wide Awake festival in London’s Brockwell Park where they will play Screamadelica in full for the first time in 10 years. 
Pacific Avenue
The deal was secured with the support of Heath Johns, BMG Managing Director Australia & New Zealand, and Jodie Feld, Director of Recorded A&R and Artist Experience. BMG will also be hosting a private open-house for its staff, creatives and business partners at its Los Angeles-based headquarters this week, which is poised to be the company’s biggest-grossing operation in the world. The multi-floor office which boasts over 30,000 square feet of space is located at 5670 Wilshire Boulevard and was secured by the company before the pandemic. The office which employs well over 100 staff will host its first open house since the start of the pandemic. A&R Worldwide will be on hand for the open house per the invitation of BMG’s senior management.
UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP INKS EXPANSIVE DEAL
& WITH GLOBAL MUSIC ICON – THE WEEKND 
Last week, Universal Music Group (UMG) , announced an expansive, long-term partnership with award-winning, multi-Platinum Canadian global music icon The Weeknd, one of the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed recording artists and songwriters of the last decade. The agreement further builds upon the relationship between Abel Tesfaye (pka The Weeknd), and UMG’s Republic Records, which has been his label home and partner since 2012 and will remain his label partner for future recorded music releases.
The new expanded relationship will see Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) administer all his future works and songwriting catalog in a new long-term deal, upon expiration of his existing commitment. Tesfaye has already proven himself as one of the 21st century’s most prolific and skilled songwriters, breaking numerous chart and sales records throughout his career. The Weeknd holds the record for the longest-charting song in Billboard history, with “Blinding Lights” achieving an unprecedented 90 weeks on the Hot 100 chart.
In addition, the new agreement also covers future audiovisual projects in collaboration with Republic Records and UMG. In making the announcement, Sir Lucian Grainge, Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Group said, “Over the past decade, we have been honored to work so closely with Abel who has quickly become one of music’s most creative and important artists—a once-in-a-generation talent. With Sal and the XO team as our incredible partners, we’ve developed a deep trust and respect that has enabled us to successfully execute Abel’s brilliant vision. I am delighted that we are now able to expand this special relationship, welcome this world-class songwriter to UMPG, and evolve this creative partnership to new and exciting levels.” Wassim ‘SAL’ Slaiby, Founder, CEO, SALXCO & XO Records says, “Over a decade together says it all. Our relationship is built on trust, success, and family values. I am proud and excited to be beside Sir Lucian, Monte [Lipman], Avery [Lipman], Jody [Gerson] and the rest of the Universal family building our next decade together.” Monte Lipman, Chairman & CEO, Republic Records commented, “Abel is the consummate 21st century artist and global superstar who continues to break down creative barriers with his genre-bending repertoire. His success and career-defining accomplishments have made a historic impact around the world. It’s an honor to extend our alliance with Abel, Sal, Lamar, Cash and the XO Family in the evolution of The Weeknd.” Jody Gerson, Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Publishing Group added, “The Weeknd is a world-class, boundary breaking artist and I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome him and Sal to UMPG. Through this expanded and multi-faceted agreement, UMPG, Republic and Bravado global teams will be empowered to work closely together under one roof, maximizing opportunities and value for The Weeknd’s artistry in unprecedented ways.” Few artists have so profoundly impacted global culture over the past decade as The Weeknd, with more than 75 million albums sold, and numerous chart records broken. The Weeknd’s most recent album (Dawn FM), released in January 2022 through XO/Republic Records, has continued on the success path of its predecessor, breaking the Billboard Global 200 chart record, with 24 songs charting in its debut week, the most ever by any solo male artist. This multi-faceted agreement marks the beginning of a new era of expanded global collaboration between The Weeknd, XO and UMG. Read the full story HERE.
WASSERMAN MUSIC ACQUIRES PARADIGM’S UK LIVE BUSINESS
Wasserman Music has acquired Paradigm Talent Agency’s UK live music representation business, which expands the agency’s global client roster and European footprint. This new addition reunites the British team with their longtime colleagues in North America (Wasserman Music had acquired Paradigm, ex-UK back in 2021), while growing the company’s global reach and continuing to build and develop its roster of artists.
As part of the deal, UK partners James Whitting, Dave Hallybone, Alex Hardee and Tom Schroeder have joined the Wasserman Music managing executive team. The partners founded Coda Agency in 2002, aligned with Paradigm in 2014 and fully merged in 2019 under the Paradigm name.
The company represents a roster of artists across pop, rock, electronic, hip-hop, and more for touring and brand partnerships. With the UK client roster merging into Wasserman Music, the agency has added international representation outside of North America for artists including Bon Iver, FKA twigs, Lewis Capaldi, Liam Payne, Mark Ronson, My Chemical Romance, PinkPantheress, Rag’n’Bone Man, Rita Ora, Robyn, Sean Paul, Shawn Mendes, Take That and X Ambassadors.
A&R WORLDWIDE — “EXPOSED”
Each week, A&R Worldwide’s newsletter goes back in time with memorable and defining
moments in our 20+ year history. However, we’d also like to share your key and prolific images
that have yet to be “exposed.” Click HERE to submit your photo to our team
for potential exposure!
TWO OF THE WORLD’S TOP AUDIO MINDS: It takes great vision, instincts, skill and curation abilities to get the attention of the music masses, yet alone influence global pop culture! Coming together at last month’s A&R Worldwide organized MUSEXPO global music event in Burbank, CA are longtime friends, collaborators and two of the world’s most influential music and audio programmers – Kevin Weatherly, Head of North American Programming, Spotify, and Lisa Worden, Vice President Rock & Alternative, Program Director ALT 98.7 - LA’s New Alternative, iHeartMedia National Programming Group.
GLOBAL NEWS UPDATES…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: R.I.P. Naomi Judd, Kenny MacPherson, Zeke Silvera, Luke Noa, Diana Schweinbeck, Andrew Grant, Marnie Dunstan, Max Lousasda, Rogerio Saraiva, Kim Stephens, Carter Armstrong, Charlie Lycett, Tarsame Mittal, Jon McIldowie, Ben Gordon and Teri Nelson Carpenter.
JACKASS OF THE WEEK
Have you ever sent a text message you regretted, clicked on the wrong link, posted an inappropriate message or image on social media, accidentally replied “send all” on an E-mail, or made a total ass of yourself? Yes, we’ve all had a jackass moment at one time or another in our lives. We all live in the animal kingdom; however, species are a lot wilder than others. Click HERE to see some friendly, and not-so-friendly encounters with humans and animals!
A&R WORLDWIDE’S "ARTIST OF THE WEEK"– DEAF HAVANA
In the last decade, brothers James and Matty Veck-Gilodi helped build a brilliant career, releasing five albums with their bandmates as Deaf Havana. In 2020, some turmoil hit the band, and everyone decided to walk away. They booked shows to cover their remaining debts and after that, Deaf Havana would be finished. Then COVID happened and the shows were cancelled, and the band didn’t have to think about their future for a long time. COVID shifted everyone’s priorities and Deaf Havana would become a duo, motivating the brothers to continue. The new chapter has been documented with the recordings of their sixth upcoming album, The Present Is A Foreign Land (SO Recordings), due July 15th, featuring the single “Kids.” According to James, the song is a retrospective romance with our younger years. Listen to the track HERE, and contact Adam Greenup at adam@silvascreen.co.uk, for available opportunities with Deaf Havana.
A&R WORLDWIDE’S "VIDEO OF THE WEEK"– TELENOVA
PASSPORT APPROVED™ PLAYLIST – 5/1/2022 
“PASSPORT APPROVED” PLAYLIST FOR Sunday, May 1st, 2022: The weekly
import show. Heard on more than 50 radio stations on six continents weekly including: Flux FM
Berlin, Germany; NINETYSIX Radio (Indonesia); JioSaavn
(India); Radio Doble Nueve, Lima, Peru; WZRH–FM New Orleans, LA;
KWSS “93.9FM” Phoenix, AZ; KRML “102.1FM” Carmel,
CA; KFRR “New Rock 104.1FM” Fresno, CA; Radio 1,
Mumbai, India; WCNR Charlottesville, VA; KIWR “The
River” Council Bluffs, IA; 2XM Ireland (national radio);
96.2 ZFM The Netherlands; WAPS–FM “The Summit.FM”
Akron–Canton, OH; WKTL–FM Youngstown, OH; 105.5FM XFM
Nairobi, Kenya; PUK–FM Johannesburg, South Africa; Rock
96.5FM Zambia; 897 FM Bratislava, Slovakia; WITH
“90.1FM” Ithaca, NY; UCFM 87.8FM Australian Capital Territory,
Australia; WRUR 88.5FM Rochester, NY; WCRU–FM Hamilton,
NY; KZND Anchorage, AK; KQCJ Quad Cities, IL;
Allgauhit–FM Bavaria Germany; Indie Xfm Los Angeles and on
The Independent FM (iHeartRadio) in the United States, as well as many
others internationally.
Listen to this two hour show by clicking HERE: SEA GIRLS – “Lonely” (Polydor, U.K.) FLYCKT – “Jonny Boy” (Dumont Dumont, Sweden) THE SHERLOCKS – “On The Run” (Unsigned, U.K.) BAKER GRACE – “Shake The Earth” (Unsigned, N. America) BEAUX – “Guard Down” (Dirty Hit, U.K.) CRAWLERS – “I Can’t Drive” (Modern Sky, U.K.) DANNY BALDURSSON – “Nothing Matters” (Unsigned, Faroe Islands) MODERNLOVE – “Follow You” (Unsigned, Ireland) REST FOR THE WICKED – “Devils Delight” (EMI/UMG, Australia) COACH PARTY – “Weird Me Out” (Chess Club, U.K.) TELENOVA – “Bones” (BMG, Australia) THE CITY REVIVAL – “Who’s On Display” (Unsigned, Israel) DOLORES FOREVER – “Baby Teeth” (Sweat Music, Sweden) JAMIE WEBSTER – “Davey Kane” (Modern Sky, U.K.) REBECCA EPICSON – “Gone By” (Unsigned, Germany) DEMOB HAPPY – “Sympathy Boy” (SO Recordings, U.K.) SINGLE BY SUNDAY – “Help” (Unsigned, Scotland) MICHAEL ALDAG – “Teenage Drama” (3 Beat, U.K.) THE ROYSTON CLUB – “The Backburner” (Modern Sky, U.K.) OSCAR ANTON FT. FIL BO RIVA – “Grapejuice” (Filature, France) TRIBE FRIDAY – “Forward Is The Way Out” (Unsigned, Sweden) CLUB BEIRUT – “Physical” (Unsigned, Scotland) BLOSSOMS – “Sulking Poet” (Virgin EMI, U.K.) INHALER – “My Honest Face” (Polydor/UMG, Ireland) SAIPHE – “Kiss Me” (Unsigned, Austria) GOOD LEKKER – “Belligerence” (Good Intent, Australia) CASSIA – “Motions” (BMG, Australia) ALEX LAHEY – “Spike The Punch” (Liberation, Australia) TWO YEAR VACATION – “Chasing The Morning” (Clouds Hill, Sweden) THE VICES – “Strange Again” (Mattan Records, Holland) LAUREN WALLER – “Nothing But Life” (Unsigned, US) BELLWETHER – “Charade” (Good Intent, Australia) |
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