Digital music licensing organisation for independent companies Merlin has announced a series of promotions within its Membership team, in particular that of Jim Mahoney to the newly created position of Chief Membership Officer.

Merlin's Jim Mahoney

Mahoney joined Merlin in 2014, and is credited for playing "a pivotal role" in establishing the organisation’s North American operation. In his new role, he will focus on "Merlin’s membership strategy, engagement, and development globally to ensure...

Independent music publisher Kobalt has formed a strategic partnership with LAA Music, the music company launched early last year by Zac Hiller’s LAA Sports and Entertainment with veteran music executive Justin Goldman. LAA Music has been signing artists and songwriters who are having viral social media moments on TikTok and other platforms, such as Rambbo Beats. who will be joining the LAA Music team as an A&R Scout. “LAA Music’s mission is to identify up-and-coming artists, producers and s...

American singer, songwriter and record producer Julia Wolf has signed a worldwide publishing deal with independent music company PULSE Music Group. The deal was signed with support from A&R team Michael Goldberg and Isaac Heymann at American Songs. American Songs is producer Rick Rubin's music publishing venture with PULSE Music Publishing. Scott Cutler and Josh Abraham, co-CEOs of PULSE Music Group commented: “The excitement surrounding Julia as an artist and hitmaker is incredible and eve...