Robson Named Pres., Int’l, Warner Music Group
• Simon Robson has been appointed as President, International, Recorded Music for Warner Music Group. The London-based Robson will oversee the company’s operations outside the U.S. and U.K. and report to Max Lousada, Global CEO of Recorded Music, Warner Music Group and work closely with Eric Wong, President & Chief Marketing Officer, Recorded Music and Maria Weaver, the recently appointed President of WEA.
Robson has been with Warner for over two decades and has served as President of Warner Music Asia since 2015. Under his leadership, the company expanded its presence in key markets such as China, Japan, Korea, and Indonesia, and opened a new affiliate in Vietnam. During his tenure, Robson has also recruited a new, diverse generation of senior executives, many from outside the music world, helping to inject fresh thinking into the company.
Lousada said, “In most places on the planet, domestic music is increasingly important and influential. At the same time, we have the power to ignite worldwide careers out of almost any territory. Music travels faster and more fluidly than ever. Simon’s worldwide perspective and dynamic expertise will be invaluable as we invest in our global growth, accelerate our drive into emerging markets, and build a ‘one Warner’ platform for talent. He has an impressive track record of curating a roster of local artists with global potential, cultivating new audiences for our worldwide superstars, and fostering a culture of collaboration, openness, and creativity.”
Robson remarked, “Our business is more international than ever, with incredible music coming from all parts of the globe. I’m looking forward to helping build our local rosters, foster artistic pollination across territories, and develop long-term, global careers for our artists. The paths to international success are multiplying rapidly, and it’ll be fantastic to work with Warner’s talented leadership around the world, many of whom I’ve already had the pleasure of knowing over the years. I’ve learned so much from my time in Asia, I’m delighted to be taking on this exciting new role, and I’m hugely ambitious for our artists, our people, and our future.” An announcement about Robson’s successor at Warner Music Asia will be made in due course.
