Executive Action, Island-Style
• Island Records has promoted Matt Palazzolo to SVP, Head of Analytics. In his newly enhanced role, Palazzolo will continue to optimize the label’s data capabilities and deliver actionable insights to the organization, its management partners, and artist roster.
Based in New York, Palazzolo reports directly to Imran Majid and Justin Eshak, Co-Chairmen & CEOs of Island Records. “We’re thrilled to announce the news of Matt’s well-earned promotion,” said Eshak. “Matt is key to our culture of learning at Island Records where we’re constantly challenging ourselves to gain insights from the marketplace and communicate actionable information to our partners. He also has a real understanding of music and culture that’s indispensable to the delicate process of combining art and analytics.”
Majid commented, “Matt has seamlessly integrated Analytics into the label’s DNA. He has an incredible ability to attune to what each department is doing and add value by way of his intensive and comprehensive research.”
“Justin and Imran have empowered myself and team to collaborate closely with the entire label, fostering a fluid ecosystem and exchange of ideas,” said Palazzolo, who joined Island Records in 2022 as VP, Head of Analytics after spending nearly six years at Sony Music Publishing. “Their philosophy is that Analytics underscores Island’s creative efforts, inspiring and encouraging us to break boundaries and make a difference for our artists. I’m so grateful for this opportunity.” [Photo Credit: Nagina Lane]
