Warner Chappell Music has partnered with BandLab Technologies’ ReverbNation, a "global destination for artists to launch their careers and build meaningful connections," bringing music-publishing services to its songwriters, artists and digital creators, including WCM’s suite of creative, A&R and support offerings.
WCM will administer music rights for ReverbNation creators who sign up for the new ReverbNation Publishing program. The companies will work together to sign singer-songwriters on the ReverbNation platform as part of the new joint venture.
“Songwriters and artists are now being discovered through a multitude of different digital platforms in what I call the ‘new songwriter economy,’” said WCM CEO/co-Chair Guy Moot. “Joining forces with BandLab Technologies allows us to tap into the incredible creator community they’ve built and help support and amplify the voices of promising up-and-coming talent.”
BandLab CEO/co-founder Meng Ru Kuok explained, “This partnership not only unlocks additional potential avenues for artistic development and innovation, it bridges the gap between emerging talent and established industry platforms, allowing a new generation of artists to find their voice and place in a continuously adapting and expanding landscape.”
(Raul Chirinos, Faraon, Lex Borrero, Samira Parrilla)
NEON16 Publishing, led by CEO Lex Borrero, has signed Faraon—producer of Myke Towers' global #1 "LALA"—and Chilean producer and beatmaker Distobal to co-publishing deals.
The signings follow the Miami hitmaking hub's strong Q1, which included nine BMI Awards and two ASCAP Latin Awards for songwriter-producers Tainy, Jota Rosa, MVSIS and Albert Hype. Borrero, alongside Chief Creative Officer Ivan Rodriguez continue to foster NEON16's commitment to next-gen talent.
Faraon has been contributing to the music scene in Puerto Rico for over 10 years. His production credits include chart-topping tracks for global stars like Bad Bunny, Arcángel, Natti Natasha and Anuel AA. Faraon's work with Towers ("LALA," "Diosa," "Pareja del Año" f/Sebastián Yatra) has played a pivotal role in the reggaeton sensation's rise.
Distobal has produced multiple cuts that have charted in Chile and on Spotify's global viral chart.
"Fara and Distobal embody the spirit of the new generation, merging authentic sound with global appeal," said NEON16 Head of Publishing Raul Chirinos. "Our mission at NEON16 is to discover and nurture such unique talents, ensuring their artistry resonates worldwide. This partnership symbolizes our commitment to shaping the future of music, and I am thrilled to embark on this journey with them.”
(Henry Martinez, Ivan Rodriguez, Distobal, Carlos Villena and Raul Chirinos)
Sony Music Publishing Nashville has signed West Texas native Randall King to a global publishing agreement. The emerging country star has collected more than 300m streams with singles such as “You In A Honky Tonk,” “Hey Cowgirl” and “Mirror, Mirror.” He released his major label debut, Shot Glass (Warner), in 2022 and followed up with Into The Neon earlier this year.
Director, Creative A&R, SMPN Director, Creative A&R Aubrey Landon said she’s looking forward to championing King’s “fresh take on traditional country music,” which she believes “resonates with authenticity.”
Into The Neon arrived in January and was co-written by SMP songwriters Trannie Anderson, Jordan Walker and Michael Carter and Ben Hayslip, as well as artists Mitchell Tenpenny, Will Jones and Nate Smith, among others.
King is currently headlining shows across the U.S. and will be heading to Europe before 2024 is up. Pictured about to get their two-step on are (l-r) Durango Management's Scott Gunter, Landon, King, SMP Nashville's Rusty Gaston and Durango's Clayton Toney.
