Jerskin Fendrix, composer of the acclaimed score for Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things,” has signed an exclusive global publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group’s Classics and Screen division.
This follows his best film score win at the Ivor Novello Awards and nominations at the BAFTAs and Academy Awards. He will score Lanthimos’ next two films, including “Kinds of Kindness.”
Fendrix said,
“I’m delighted to be working with Tash Baldwin, Anna Jaskiewicz and the team at UMPG Classics and Screen/Decca Publishing. I have great trust in their protection and dissemination of my work. To be signed alongside so many singular artists with UMPG is an honour, especially under such a pioneering and passionate champion of music as Jody Gerson.”
“Jerskin’s meteoric rise in the score composing world is extraordinary and he richly deserves all the accolades he has received so far,” said Natasha Baldwin, executive vice president of UMPG Classics and Screen.
“Jerskin has quietly developed an exciting artist/composer and songwriting style that caught our A&R team’s attention initially, so I am delighted that we are able to welcome Jerskin to a publishing company that truly supports and amplifies the whole breadth of what being a composer can mean.”
Virgin Music Group, a division of Universal Music Group, has partnered with Frontier Works, a prominent Japanese animation content production company.
This collaboration aims to release anime music projects, highlighting a strategic move into the vibrant world of anime soundtracks and related content.
Virgin Music Group (VMG), a division of Universal Music Group, will support Frontier Works in releasing anime music projects, including music related to popular games like “Ensemble Stars!!”.
This collaboration includes access to VMG’s advanced music distribution and marketing platform, leveraging patented AI technology and a global team of music experts to enhance worldwide releases.
Additionally, Sony Music Latin-Iberia has promoted Sergi Reitg to Vice President of Premium Content.
In his expanded role, Sergi Reitg will oversee strategic audiovisual initiatives in Spain and Mexico for Sony Music Latin-Iberia.
He will also collaborate on film and TV development projects with the regional office in Miami and the Sony Music Vision team in Los Angeles. Based in Spain, Reitg reports to Fernando Cabral, Executive VP of Strategic Partnerships.
Reitg will focus on developing new projects across Mexico and the broader Latin-Iberia region, while continuing to support the global expansion of Sony Music Vision.
His recent achievements include producing Joaquín Sabina’s documentary “Sintiéndolo Mucho” (2022), which won a Goya Award for Best Original Song, and overseeing three seasons of the popular series “Acoustic Home” on MAX.
“Sergi’s vast experience and innovative approach to the film and television space makes him the perfect creative for this role,” said Cabral. “We are confident that his leadership will enhance our capabilities and drive our success in the premium content space across more global markets, as well as create new ways to serve our artists.”
Reitg added,
“I am excited to take on this expanded role and build on the successes we’ve achieved in Spain. I look forward to leveraging learnings to replicate programs and build opportunities in Mexico, across the Latin-Iberia region with our partners.”
Sergi Reitg has been promoted to Vice President of Premium Content at Sony Music Latin-Iberia. In his expanded role, based in Spain, he will oversee audiovisual initiatives in Spain and Mexico, lead film and TV development projects with teams in Miami and Los Angeles, and support Sony Music Vision’s global expansion.
Reitg’s recent achievements include producing Joaquín Sabina’s award-winning documentary “Sintiéndolo Mucho” and managing the successful “Acoustic Home” series on MAX. He reports to Fernando Cabral, Executive VP of Strategic Partnerships.
“I’m beyond thrilled to collaborate with Vydia to usher in this new era for 2101 Records through their worldwide reach and innovative services that create equitable opportunities for rising and established artists,” said RedOne.
1. Virgin Music Group’s partnership with Frontier Works includes the distribution of music from their latest signing, American singer-songwriter Carol Doche.
Her debut single “Montego,” featuring Wiz Khalifa, is set for release on July 19 through Vydia, marking the first release under this new collaboration.
2. La Cruz, a Venezuelan rapper who openly identifies as gay, has signed with Warner Music Latina. He is represented by Rebeca Leon’s Lionfish Entertainment, which also manages artists like Anitta and Danny Ocean.
3. ASCAP has launched the 2024 ASCAP Citizen campaign in collaboration with nonpartisan voter registration organization HeadCount.
This initiative aims to encourage ASCAP’s over one million songwriter, composer, and music publisher members, as well as their communities, to participate in this year’s elections.
ASCAP’s 2024 ASCAP Citizen campaign began on July 9 and will continue until Election Day on November 5.
The campaign focuses on promoting voter participation among ASCAP’s diverse membership, featuring educational content and personal messages about voting from ASCAP members across various music genres.
Initial participants include LENA with “Tu Corazón,” Blu June known for “CUFF IT” with Beyoncé, Pinar Toprak of Captain Marvel, and 310babii’s “Soak City (Do It).”
ASCAP will also highlight “get out the vote” messages from prominent ASCAP creators like Olivia Rodrigo, Alicia Keys, and Kehlani, in collaboration with HeadCount.
“Whether it is protecting creators’ rights through copyright law or new artificial intelligence regulations, policy directly impacts our members’ livelihoods. It’s vital for music creators to stay engaged with democracy and that starts with voting,” said ASCAP CEO Elizabeth Matthews.
“It’s time to show elected officials that they should listen to more than just our members’ songs, because music creators vote.”
