Latest Music Industry Leadership Changes: Goldenvoice, WMG, BigHit Lead Major Executive Moves

By Marcus Hartley

December 7, 2024 at 02:47 AM

Here's a concise recap of notable music industry moves and appointments as of December 6th, 2024:

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Smiling woman with dark hair

Goldenvoice named Lea Swanson VP of talent, while SVP Susan Rosenbluth announced her retirement.

Warner Music Group made two significant appointments:

  • Dan Rosen expanded his role as Warner Music Australasia president to include Warner Chappell oversight
  • Brady Bedard joined as Atlantic Music Group's EVP of promotion after 25 years at Columbia

BigHit appointed 15-year company veteran Shin Seon-jeong as CEO.

Sony Music UK welcomed former Universal Music Recordings co-president Azi Eftekhari as COO.

NITO elected new board members:

  • Wayne Forte (President)
  • Tom Chauncey (VP)
  • Matt Yasecko (Secretary)
  • Nelly Neben (Treasurer)

Other notable appointments:

  • Third Side Music: Brontë Jane promoted to EVP of creative/A&R
  • UMG Global Classics & Jazz: Natasha Baldwin named president
  • BMG: Katie Kerkhover elevated to SVP of A&R for frontline recordings
  • Splice: Jeff Roberto joined as marketing SVP
  • Various Artists Management: Rebecca Dixon promoted to global head of marketing and UK GM

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Gavel in courtroom

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Cartoon music stage with audience

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Mariah Carey wearing red

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