WME Ups Markus To Head Of International
• Leading talent agency WME announced that Sr. Partner Rob Markus has been named Head of International for the agency’s contemporary music team. In his expanded role, Markus will oversee all aspects of the agency’s international touring and strategy for contemporary music. He is based at WME’s Beverly Hills HQ.
The announcement was jointly made by Lucy Dickins, Global Head of Contemporary Music and Touring, and Kirk Sommer, Global Co-Head of Contemporary Music and Touring, who said, “Rob understands the international touring business and its increasing complexities and importance to an artist’s career better than anyone. Having lived and worked around the world, Rob possesses a deep knowledge of the nuances of the live music space in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and South America, as well as emerging tour markets like the Middle East, Africa, and India. This expansion of his role fortifies our global music presence and elevates the best-in-class services we offer our clients and partners.”
Over his 20+ years with WME, Markus has helped build the agency’s industry-leading Latin Music group, with a roster that includes Danny Ocean, Gustavo Mioto, Humbe, J Balvin, Juanes, Maluma, Nathy Peluso, Paulo Londra, Pedro Sampaio, and others. Markus’ eclectic client list also includes A Perfect Circle, Avenged Sevenfold, Depeche Mode, Kygo, Måneskin, Nine Inch Nails, Paul Anka, The Flaming Lips, The Hives, Toto, Will Smith, and others.
Markus was also instrumental in the international expansion of the Lollapalooza festival brand into Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. He previously ran EMI and Virgin Records in Hungary and set up EMI Music Publishing in Eastern Europe. “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to lead WME’s international music team and look forward to growing and guiding our global roster with the same team approach that has served me well throughout my career,” said Markus. [Photo by Edina Somlai]
