To commemorate UMPG's inking of singer-songwriter Nicky Youre, whose irresistible Columbia bop "Sunroof" f/Dazy has been a streaming and radio giant, pubco boss Jody Gerson and team posed for this amiable group shot with the artist and his management crew. Per tradition, the capturing of this jolly tableau was followed by heraldry and the ritual presentation of a deli platter. Seen wondering if they've appeared in enough HITS trade photos to qualify for a free cappuccino are (l-r) UMPG VP A&R Taylor Testa, manager Joey Papoutsis, UMPG EVP/Co-Head of U.S. A&R and Global Creative Group leader David Gray, Youre, Gerson and manager Mathew Hyun.
FIREAID SETS SUPERSTAR LINEUP, EXPANDS TO FORUM
Everybody who's anybody will be performing. (1/16a)
SPOTIFY CANCELS GRAMMY-WEEK EVENTS, DONATES TO FIREAID, MUSICARES, MORE
Yet another shoe drops. (1/16a)
PERSHING SQUARE PUSHES TO SET UP U.S. LISTING FOR UMG
Ackman won't take no for an answer. (1/16a)
ACADEMY TELESCOPES GRAMMY WEEK EVENTS
The show must go on, with modifications. (1/15a)
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NOW WHAT?
We have no fucking idea.
COUNTRY'S NEWEST DISRUPTOR
Three chords and some truth you may not be ready for.
AI IS ALREADY EATING YOUR LUNCH
The kids can tell the difference... for now.
WHO'S BUYING THE DRINKS?
That's what we'd like to know.
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