Watson To Run Streaming For Black River
• Black River Records welcomes Grace Watson as the label’s new Sr. Director, Streaming & Revenue. In this role, Watson will oversee all aspects of streaming and sales for Black River Entertainment. She’s responsible for building comprehensive streaming strategies and furthering partner relationships for Black River’s roster, reported to EVP Rick Froio, who said, “We are so excited to welcome Grace to our team. Her wealth of knowledge and great relationships will immediately benefit Black River’s artists.”
Equipped with a music business and audio engineering degree from Belmont University, Watson, a native of Kansas City, MO began working full-time at Universal Music Group / Capitol CMG on the commercial partnerships team, where she has worked directly with the major streaming partners and overseen operational strategy since 2016.
Watson commented, “I’m thrilled to be joining the Black River Entertainment team and working under the leadership of Gordon Kerr and Rick. As the streaming and digital space are ever-changing, I’m eager to explore new and untapped opportunities for Black River’s roster!”
Watson is now ensconced in her office in Black River’s Music Row location and can be reached at 615-780-3070 or gwatson@blackriverent.com. [Photo Courtesy of Black River Entertainment]
