Sabatini Joins WMN As SVP/Legal & Biz

• Warner Music Nashville is pleased to announce the addition of SVP Legal & Business Affairs, Patrick Sabatini to the label.

The Nashville-based Sabatini steps into his new role immediately, reporting directly to EVP A&R Cris Lacy, who commented, “From coast to coast, Patrick’s highly-respected reputation precedes him. His previous stops at Warner Bros. Records give him an understanding of our culture and values, and his wealth of knowledge about all aspects of the industry is essential to the growth of Warner Music Nashville. We are thrilled to welcome him back into the family.”

Sabatini graduated from Berklee College of Music before earning his JD at Pepperdine University. He began his career at Arista Records and spent nearly two decades as an attorney at Capitol Records, Warner Bros. Records and private law firms. Sabatini most recently served as the Head of Business and Legal Affairs at Global Music Rights. “I feel fortunate to be rejoining the WMG family and am excited to begin a new chapter working with the incredibly talented team and impressive artist roster at Warner Music Nashville,” Sabatini said. “I admire the company culture fostered by [Chairman/CEO John] Espo [Esposito] and the team and their deep commitment to artists and music.”