Here's a concise recap of key music industry moves and appointments as of November 1st, 2024:

Warner Chappell Music

• Daniel Lang promoted to SVP of global society relations and digital rights
• Sophia Hong joins as Warner Chappell Korea's MD

CD Baby & TuneCore

• Nicholas Salomone elevated to SVP of business development and revenue at CD Baby
• Atticus Shelley appointed VP of finance at TuneCore

Executive Leadership Moves

• Josh Wyatt becomes first CEO of Avant Gardner
• Tega Oghenejobo promoted to president and COO at Mavin Global
• Boyd Muir elevated to COO at Universal Music
• Jeremy Erlich departing as Spotify global head of music

Notable Appointments

• Jennifer Knoepfle named head of U.S. A&R at UMPG
• Leif Janzen joins Red Bull Records as VP of digital marketing
• Jeffrey Yoo appointed SVP of East Asia at Empire
• Isabel Quinteros becomes SVP of marketing at Jen Music AI

Company Restructuring

• Tidal preparing for significant layoffs (potentially 100 employees)
• DistroKid places 37 unionized employees on administrative leave
• The Lede Company establishes Nashville music office
• Goldenvoice announces multiple promotions and new hire Candace Mandracia

This industry update reflects significant leadership changes and organizational restructuring across major music companies, highlighting the dynamic nature of the music business landscape.

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