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UMG Nashville

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Friedman Earns UMG Nashville VP Upgrade

March 6, 2024March 7, 2024 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• UMG Nashville has appointed David Friedman to the newly created position of Vice President of Promotion and Strategy. In

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Cirque du Soleil Goes Country

November 8, 2023 kevincarter Cirque du Soleil, UMG Nashville

• Cirque du Soleil has teamed up with Universal Music Group Nashville to launch a new Country-themed theatrical touring show

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Something Funny About UMG Nashville

September 14, 2023September 14, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• Universal Music Group Nashville announced the launch of a new comedy-centered imprint, Capitol Comedy Nashville, featuring  flagship comedian Nate

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Reddy Upped To VP/Streaming, UMG Nashville

August 30, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• UMG Nashville announces the promotion of Vipin Reddy to VP of Streaming. Reddy, who has been part of the

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Executive Upgrades At UMGN

August 24, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• Universal Music Group Nashville (UMGN) announced the promotions of Stephanie Alexa to SVP of Finance & Operations, and Gary

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Bryant Joins UMG Nashville In SVP Role

June 29, 2023June 29, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• Universal Music Group Nashville has named Charlene Bryant as its Senior Vice President, Business Development & Strategy. With a

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Brown Named VP/Int’l, UMG Nashville

June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• Universal Music Group Nashville announces the appointment of Ami Brown as Vice President of International Marketing. Brown transitions to

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UMG Nashville Names Blythe EVP of A&R

May 25, 2023May 29, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• Universal Music Group Nashville has named Chelsea Blythe as its Executive Vice President of A&R. Blythe makes the move

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UMGN EVP Elevations For Christian & Femia

April 17, 2023April 18, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• Universal Music Group Nashville (UMGN) announced the promotions of Lori Christian to Executive Vice President of Marketing and Rob

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Brad Paisley Signs With UMG Nashville

February 22, 2023February 22, 2023 kevincarter UMG Nashville

• Universal Music Group Nashville announces the signing of award-winning country music superstar Brad Paisley to EMI Records Nashville. The

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Howard’s Back… But For How Long?
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Howard’s Back… But For How Long?

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Howard’s Back… But For How Long?

• After keeping America in suspense for an extra week in making his highly anticipated announcement, Howard Stern proved that

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RIAA Releases Mid-Year Revenue Report
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RIAA Releases Mid-Year Revenue Report

September 9, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on RIAA Releases Mid-Year Revenue Report

• The Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) today released its Mid-Year 2025 US Recorded Music Revenue Report, reflecting a

Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges
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Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges

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Beasley Migrates Podcasts To ART19
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Beasley Migrates Podcasts To ART19

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SourceAudio Mind-Melds With Reelworld
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SourceAudio Mind-Melds With Reelworld

September 3, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on SourceAudio Mind-Melds With Reelworld
House Of Music With Solid Foundation
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House Of Music With Solid Foundation

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NYSBA Names Catsimatidis ’25 NY Broadcaster
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NYSBA Names Catsimatidis ’25 NY Broadcaster

September 9, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on NYSBA Names Catsimatidis ’25 NY Broadcaster

• The Board of Directors for the New York State Broadcasters Association, Inc. (NYSBA) has named Red Apple Media CEO

RIAA Releases Mid-Year Revenue Report
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RIAA Releases Mid-Year Revenue Report

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The [Pillar] Programming Dept.
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The [Pillar] Programming Dept.

September 9, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on The [Pillar] Programming Dept.

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RIAA Releases Mid-Year Revenue Report
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RIAA Releases Mid-Year Revenue Report

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Int’l Executive Action: Virgin Music Group
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Int’l Executive Action: Virgin Music Group

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ACM Adds Burchett, Goudreau & Capps
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ACM Adds Burchett, Goudreau & Capps

September 5, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on ACM Adds Burchett, Goudreau & Capps
BMLG Enhances Its lnternational Team
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BMLG Enhances Its lnternational Team

September 4, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on BMLG Enhances Its lnternational Team
Early Bird Catches A Deal At CRS ’26
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Early Bird Catches A Deal At CRS ’26

September 3, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Early Bird Catches A Deal At CRS ’26
Hands Across The Water At Warner Music Group
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Hands Across The Water At Warner Music Group

September 3, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Hands Across The Water At Warner Music Group

PROGRAMMING

NYSBA Names Catsimatidis ’25 NY Broadcaster
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NYSBA Names Catsimatidis ’25 NY Broadcaster

September 9, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on NYSBA Names Catsimatidis ’25 NY Broadcaster
The [Pillar] Programming Dept.
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The [Pillar] Programming Dept.

September 9, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on The [Pillar] Programming Dept.
Giacomelli Named Market Pres., Las Exitosa/NY
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Giacomelli Named Market Pres., Las Exitosa/NY

September 9, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Giacomelli Named Market Pres., Las Exitosa/NY
Andrews Awarded Mornings At WOLX/Madison
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Andrews Awarded Mornings At WOLX/Madison

September 9, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Andrews Awarded Mornings At WOLX/Madison
Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!
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Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!

September 8, 2025 kevincarter Comments Off on Meet Your ’25 CMA Broadcast Award Finalists!
Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges
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Connoisseur Ups Oliviera & Boyd; Adds Bridges

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