This July UMG Employees across the globe came together to #DonateADay, dedicating their time to volunteer with charities and organizations making a difference in their local communities. 🌍💚
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Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans. Universal Music Group's labels include A&M Records, Astralwerks, Blue Note Records, Capitol Christian Music Group, Capitol Records, Capitol Records Nashville, Caroline, Decca, Def Jam Recordings, Deutsche Grammophon, Disa, Emarcy, EMI Records Nashville, Fonovisa, Geffen Records, Harvest, Interscope Records, Island Records, Machete Music, MCA Nashville, Mercury Nashville, Mercury Records, Motown Records, Polydor Records, Republic Records, Universal Music Latino, Verve Label Group, Virgin Records, Virgin EMI Records, as well as a multitude of record labels owned or distributed by its record company subsidiaries around the world. UMG's catalog is marketed through two distinct divisions, Universal Music Enterprises (in the U.S.) and Universal Strategic Marketing (outside the U.S.). UMG also includes Universal Music Publishing Group, one of the industry's premier music publishing operations worldwide and Bravado, the leading provider of consumer, lifestyle and branding services to recording artists and entertainment brands around the world. Universal Music Group is a Vivendi company. Find out more at: http://www.universalmusic.com. View our current career opportunities at: http://www.umusiccareers.com
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Discovering great songwriters is only the beginning. Supporting them to build enduring careers is the real - and most rewarding - work. In the latest edition of Music Publishing 101, Hollie Boston, Director of A&R at UMPG, shares the qualities our A&R team looks for when discovering and developing songwriting talent. The strongest careers are built on more than a single great song; having a distinctive musical identity is key - whilst still being versatile and able to collaborate with an artist and understand their vision. Our A&R teams work with songwriters at every stage - helping them develop their creative voice and finding ways to break down barriers. It’s all about timing, connection, and the perfect song for the moment. #UMPG #FindTheStory
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Congratulations to UMPG Chairman & CEO Jody Gerson on being named Variety's Music Mogul of the Year. Recognized as one of the music industry's most influential leaders, Jody has helped redefine modern music publishing through her unwavering commitment to songwriters, creative excellence, and innovation. As she shares in her conversation with Variety: "Being a mogul isn't about what I've accumulated. To me, it means being in a position to make a meaningful difference... It's about using my platform at UMPG to create opportunities for amazing people and to connect them with one another." Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/gFM-uCQx
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Our Music Publishing 101 series is designed to demystify the world of music publishing – from A&R to administration, from music law to sync. In the latest episode we look at recoupment in music publishing. How do songwriter advances work? How can songwriters keep track of royalty payments? And what does it mean to be recouped? Kevin Cady (Kevin C.), Head of Finance, the Americas & EVP Global Business Strategy at UMPG, breaks it down.
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Building connections from day one. At Universal Music Group, helping employees feel connected starts the moment they join the company. Our new employee Mix & Mingles bring together colleagues from across the company to build relationships, expand their networks, and learn more about our culture. It's one of the ways we help new employees feel welcome and set them up for success in their first year. 🎶
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Who actually owns a song? In the latest episode of Music Publishing 101, Whitney A. Smith, Associate Director of Business Affairs at UMPG, breaks down one of the most important concepts in music publishing: song ownership. Who owns the master and who owns the composition? And within that composition – how are the rights structured between artists, co-writers and producers? Having a clear understanding of music rights is important for anyone working within the music industry – from songwriters just starting out, to music supervisors looking to license a song for their next project. #UMPG #AWorldAhead #SongsAreWorthIt
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At this year’s UN AI For Good Summit in Geneva, UMG's Chief Digital Officer, Michael Nash, shared how Universal Music Group approaches AI through an artist-first lens - protecting creators' rights while unlocking new creative and commercial opportunities. The future of AI in music isn't about choosing between technology and creativity. It's about building responsible partnerships that empower artists, preserve human artistry, and ensure innovation serves the people who make culture move forward.
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From the AI for Good stage to conversations with global policymakers. This week in Geneva, UMG met with leaders from the UN system, WIPO, WTO, UNESCO and ITU to discuss the future of AI, music and copyright - bringing artists, policymakers and technology innovators together to help shape an artist-first future. Richard Kerris Michael Nash Kate Guarente-Smith Shari Reich Kakul Srivastava Thando Makhunga Sylvie Forbin Daren Tang
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As AI continues to reshape the future of music, one principle remains clear: artists must stay at the centre of the conversation. At the United Nations' AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, UMG Chief Digital Officer Michael Nash joined EGOT-winning artist, John Legend, Richard Kerris from NVIDIA, Prem Akkaraju, CEO of Stability AI, Kakul Srivastava, CEO of Splice, and Andrew Sanchez, CEO of Udio, for a discussion on how AI is transforming music - from discovery and creativity to fan experiences and innovation. The conversation explored both the opportunities and responsibilities that come with this new era of technology, emphasizing that AI should empower human creativity - not replace it. As John Legend, said: “AI can bring shortcuts and augmentations to your artistry and be used as a tool to access what’s within you, and to support and maintain it. Don’t forget the core of what makes you interesting and special." Michael Nash added: "Centre the conversation on artists, defend their rights, advance their interests, from that foundation you build all the commercial and creativity opportunities.” Throughout the discussion, speakers reinforced a shared vision: AI can unlock new creative possibilities when it is developed responsibly, respects creators' rights, and ensures artists remain the driving force behind innovation. At UMG, we're committed to building an artist-centric AI ecosystem - working alongside trusted technology partners to help creators harness new tools while protecting the value of human artistry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dUptJ_Dp
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At Universal Music Publishing Group, we’re here to serve songwriters and the stories they tell. Behind every great song is a team working to protect it, champion it, and maximize its potential. In the latest edition of Music Publishing 101, David Kokakis, Chief Counsel at UMPG, explains what a music publisher actually does - from negotiating deals and collecting royalties around the world, to protecting copyrights, creating new opportunities for songs, and advocating for stronger songwriter protections. A publisher's role extends far beyond administration. It's about helping songwriters build sustainable careers while ensuring their work is protected and valued. #UMPG #AWorldHead #MusicPublishing