Ben-Horin EVP/Global A&R, Atlantic Records Group
• Aton Ben-Horin has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Global A&R, for the Atlantic Records Group, which includes Atlantic Records & Elektra Music Group, Big Beat and other subsidiary labels.
Ben-Horin, a member of the Warner Music Group (WMG) family since 2012 is based in Los Angeles and reports to Atlantic Chairman & CEO Craig Kallman. At the same time, Ben-Horin has also launched a publishing partnership with Warner Chappell Music. “Aton is one of the most gifted and inspired A&R people in our business,” said Kallman. “He can not only hear a hit, he knows how to make a hit — pulling all the elements together that turn a song into a smash. His wide-ranging experience as a musician, songwriter, DJ, producer, studio owner, and manager gives him rare, multi-faceted expertise and insight across both the creative and business worlds. Aton has made huge contributions to the Atlantic and Warner Music family over the past decade, and we’re all looking forward to the amazing music we know he’ll continue to deliver.”
Over the past decade, as both an A&R executive and a producer, Ben-Horin has helped deliver a string of top-charting hits for WMG, including Ava Max‘s “Kings & Queens,” Cardi B‘s “Ring” feat. Kehlani, Jason Derulo‘s “Take You Dancing,” Tiësto & Karol G‘s “Don’t Be Shy,” and the Galantis, David Guetta & Little Mix collaboration, “Heartbreak Anthem.” Ben-Horin has also been responsible for signing Warner Music artists Alec Benjamin, Justin Quiles, Riton, Bhad Bhabie, Jax, Goody Grace, and others.
With his new post, members of Ben-Horin’s Atlantic A&R team have also been promoted, including: Andrew Grant, Adam Grossman & Alex Soifer to Sr. Directors, A&R; and Pam Charbit to Manager, A&R.
“It’s a privilege and honor to continue my journey with the Warner family,” said Ben-Horin. “It’s home to some of the most brilliant artists and innovative thinkers in the industry. The Atlantic roster is filled with incredible talent, and I’m continuously inspired by the music we’re creating together. I want to congratulate my amazing team on their well-deserved new posts. I also want to thank Craig and Julie for their belief and support in this exciting new chapter.”
Ben-Horin is also Owner/CEO of Plush Management LLC & Plush Recording Studios, with a management roster that includes JVKE, Johnny Goldstein, Carl Falk, Jesse Saint John, The Monarch, Jakke Erixson, and more. [Photo Credit: Shari Hoffman]
