Pivar Goes to WB

HOWIE YA DOING? Veteran promo domo Howie Pivar joins Warner Bros. Records as VP Top 40 Promotion, it was announced by department head Peter Gray. “Howie's consistent and thoughtful approach to promoting artists and their music make him the perfect teammate to our Top 40 department head Dave Dyer and format VP Josh Reich. Pivar previously spent six years with Atlantic Records before moving into mational promotion with Universal Republic, where he crafted pop breakthrough campaigns for Taylor Swift, Enrique Iglesias, Colbie Caillat, Jessie J, Nicki Minaj and Drake. “This is a special moment for me and family,” said Pivar. “Having the opportunity to join a label with the rich history of Warner Bros. Records—from their legendary L.A. headquarters—excites me beyond measure. I am grateful to Peter for offering me a chance to work alongside his talented staff; and look forward to partnering with Dave and Josh in our crusade at Top 40 radio. And I’m learning how to do it all in Russian. ” Reach him at [email protected] and (818) 953-3732. (4/9p)