Executive Action: TuneCore

• Leading independent DIY digital music distributor TuneCore, a division of global digital music company Paris-based Believe, has promoted Ace Elijah Burgess to Sr. Director of Engineering. In his new role, Burgess will continue to oversee the team of software engineers that develops TuneCore’s digital products and focus on new innovative technology solutions for today’s DIY artists.

In making the announcement of Burgess’ upgrade, Andreea Gleeson, TuneCore CEO, said, “Ace’s contributions have been integral to the development and launch of TuneCore’s new product and tech stack modernization. As a former songwriter, sound engineer and indie label founder, he deeply understands and cares about building innovative products that artists can’t live without. I’m thrilled Ace will lead the engineering team as we move into the next phase of innovation at TuneCore.”

Burgess commented, “I’ve had an amazing journey here at TuneCore with the best team, and challenging tasks that make my work exciting. From royalty payments to distribution services, we are always seeking ways to be the best at what we do for the ultimate benefit of TuneCore artists. The impact we have had on the music industry and digital music distribution is my greatest reward, and I look forward to the many projects we have coming this year.”

Before joining TuneCore in 2019, Burgess served as the Associate Director of Application Development Programs at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. In 2017, he founded the Brooklyn-based independent label, Interline Records. Burgess has also worked as a sound engineer for over 10 years at music festivals around the country, and, as a member of the American Association of Independent Music, is an accomplished songwriter, having written songs for other artists and produced a handful of studio albums.