NASDAQ-listed independent music company Reservoir Media has signed songwriter and artist Benjamin Francis Leftwich (pictured above, right) to a new global publishing agreement covering his future works. Based in the UK, Leftwich has released five albums under his own name, all released on British independent record label Dirty Hit, starting with his UK Top 40 debut album, 'Last Smoke Before the Snowstorm', released in 2011. Leftwich is currently working on a new solo album. “I’m grateful to hav...

Ken Doroshow, the Chief Legal Officer of the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), will retire at the end of March after a decade with the organisation, while Jacob Tracer, SVP, Litigation & Legal Affairs, will "step into the role on an acting basis," according to a statement from the RIAA. RIAA Chairman & CEO Mitch Glazier acknowledged Doroshow's tenure at the RIAA. “Ken's career advocating for the rights of creators has left an indelible mark on the laws protecting music," ...

British independent music company Bucks Music Group has signed an exclusive worldwide publishing agreement with London-based pianist, composer, artist and producer Belle Chen. “I’m extremely excited to partner with Bucks Music Group for this next phase of my artistic journey, working closely with a team who deeply understands my creative approach to music-making and collaboration. I look forward to seeing how the future unfolds," said Chen.

Pictured (l. to r.): Rhiannon Bramley (Senior A&R...