CIAO, CAPITOL RECORDS ITALY 

Daniele Menci, left, will lead the newly created Capitol Records Italy with Allessandro Massara, President and CEO of Universal Music Italy. They, too, wonder why there’s no good pizza in L.A.

Capitol Records has launched a label division in Italy. It will be led by Daniele Menci. As part of the move, Polydor will rebrand as Capitol Records Italy in the region.

A partnership between Universal Music Italy and Capitol Records, the new label aims to establish itself as a home for Italian music talent and culture.

Menci, who was previously Polydor Label Director in Italy, is now Capitol Records Director and will be supported by Allessandro Massara, President and CEO of Universal Music Italy. Polydor Italy’s roster of artists will move over and continue to work closely with the team.

“With such talented executives as Alessandro Massara and Daniele Menci heading the company, I’m confident that Italy will grow to be an even more important component in Capitol Music Group’s global strategy," Michelle Jubelirer, Chair and CEO of Capitol Music Group, said.

Massara proclaimed Polydor as "one of the fastest growing labels at the moment, with an established team and new leadership who have brought additional creativity and energy to the label."

He continued: "These factors, combined with the unquestionable numbers in recent months, convinced both Los Angeles and me that this was the right structure for Capitol Records Italy."

Menci added: "Building a bridge between Milan and Hollywood and bringing the most iconic music label to Italy is the most exciting challenge of my career in the music industry. Representing Capitol Records positions us strongly for the future."

One question: If they build a Tower, will it lean?