Independent entertainment company The Other Songs has signed a publishing pact with Universal Music Publishing Group. British singer and songwriter Bruno Major (pictured) is the first signing under the new arrangement.

In addition, British publishing exec Jacque O’Leary has joined The Other Songs as General Manager. She formerly held roles at [PIAS], Beggars Group, Downtown, Roc Nation and Sony Music Publishing.

UMPG U.K. Head of A&R Pete Simmons called it "a real privilege to be able to team up with The Other Songs," adding that what "their wonderful team have built is inspiring, and us getting to be a part of that moving forward is so exciting—especially with an incredible talent like Bruno.”

Major, an AWAL artist, has garnered 1.8b streams with his three albums. His tracks “Easily” and “Nothing” are Platinum and Gold certified, respectively, and he’s completed sold out tour dates across North America, Europe, Australia and Asia.

The Other Songs co-founders and brothers, Alastair and Billy Webber, said: “After a 13-year wait, it is a dream come true to welcome Bruno Major to The Other Songs Publishing with the support of UMPG.

“Bruno is an extraordinary storyteller. His songs continue to change people’s lives and this partnership is an opportunity for Bruno to expand his reach into theatre, TV and film, whilst continuing to build his remarkable artist journey. Special thanks to his manager, Sam Bailey, and Harbour Artists & Music, and to our publishing partners, Mike McCormack and Pete Simmons.”

The Other Songs, based in New York and London, was founded in 2018. Its roster, made up of artists, songwriters, producers and animators, has garnered 2+b streams, including hits from SUPER-Hi, Endor, Raffa FL, Starsmith, and the 2023 U.K. chart-topping album, Sick Boi, by Ren.