BMG - The New Music Company

"Higher Streaming Prices Were Long Overdue" If you haven't yet, check out the discussion between BMG CEO Thomas Coesfeld and Benjamin Fischer on Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung's website. Topics include the value of music to consumers, concerns with shifting revenue distribution, and BMG's focus within a changing music industry. 👉 Read here in full (in German, with paywall): https://lnkd.in/eFH7Rhcs

BMG has announced the appointment of Melanie McAllister as its new global Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective November 1, 2024. As part of BMG’s Executive Board, McAllister will report directly to BMG CEO Thomas Coesfeld. Thomas Coesfeld said, “As we continue to implement our BMG Next strategy, we are proud to welcome Melanie to lead our HR team and to spearhead our culture initiatives, which are critical to our future success. Her expertise, vision, and proven track record of combining innovative thinking with people excellence will have a transformative impact on our company.” Melanie McAllister (Vongswang) said, “I am truly delighted to join BMG during this exciting phase of the company’s development and to be welcomed back to the Bertelsmann family. Aside from the opportunity to contribute to building on BMG’s success, I feel privileged to be part of such a creative and talented team of people and to help push the boundaries of our industry.” A highly seasoned HR executive, McAllister brings extensive experience to the position, having spent her career working with complex global organizations. Most recently, she has served as Chief People Officer at EasyPark Group and Megaport, and prior to that, held the Chief HR Officer role at BMG’s sister company, Arvato, for nearly a decade. McAllister has also held senior HR positions at Oracle and other global technology companies. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eSZxcmMk

🎊 Welcoming multi-Diamond-selling singer and songwriter Ray Dalton to BMG! Dalton has signed an exclusive worldwide publishing deal with #BMG for his entire catalog. He began his career as a gospel and R&B singer and gained international recognition as the featured artist on Macklemore & Ryan Lewis' 2011 smash hit ‘Can't Hold Us’. The track earned a Diamond certification from the RIAA and topped charts in several countries, including debuting at Number One on the Billboard Hot 100. It was named the most-streamed song of 2013 by Spotify, and its Grammy-nominated video also won two MTV Video Music Awards. Dalton’s 14-track debut solo album, Thee Unknown, was released in September this year. Dalton said: “I am thrilled to partner up with the incredible team at BMG for my publishing and copyright needs. It’s an exciting new chapter for me, and I couldn't ask for a better team to help guide my music forward. With BMG’s global reach and expertise, I am looking forward to continuing to write songs that resonate with fans around the world, expanding into new markets, and exploring fresh, exciting collaborations with other talented artists. Together, we’ll keep pushing the boundaries and creating hits that speak to people everywhere.” Marc Johlen, BMG Managing Director GSA, said: “We are honored to welcome Ray Dalton and his impressive catalog to BMG. Ray is an extraordinary talent with a unique voice and songwriting ability. We look forward to helping him reach new heights in his career.” Read in full: https://lnkd.in/e4tAAUpf

What an incredible weekend for BMG! Over the past few days, our team has achieved some remarkable accomplishments, and I’d like to take a moment to recognize their exceptional efforts. Congratulations to Thomas Scherer, who was honored at the 2024 SONA Warrior Awards for his dedication and advocacy on behalf of songwriters – an inspiring recognition of his commitment to the craft.   A big thank you to our US team for their collaborative efforts and support of the Music Forward Foundation, which named BMG as their Company of the Year at their annual awards ceremony.   Lastly, I want to give a shout out to Jamie Nelson and Hugo Turquet on being named finalists for A&R of the Year at the upcoming Music Business UK Awards, and to our entire UK team for powering BMG to become a finalist for Major Publisher of the Year.   Thank you all! We are so proud to work alongside some of the most committed leaders and innovators who drive BMG forward every day.

BMG inks worldwide agreement to administer the catalog of legendary flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucía 🎉 Representatives of Paco de Lucía's estate said, “Paco’s music is timeless, and this agreement with BMG ensures that his legacy will continue to flourish and reach new generations of music lovers around the world.” Javier Doria Dulanto, BMG Managing Director Spain, said, “We are honored to administer the publishing catalog of Paco de Lucía, a true legend whose music continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide. This partnership reflects BMG's commitment to preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of flamenco music.” A Grammy nominee and four-time Latin Grammy winner, Paco de Lucía has left an indelible mark on the world of flamenco guitar, transcending the boundaries of the genre. Throughout his illustrious career, de Lucía has collaborated with such renowned musicians as guitarist Carlos Santana, pianist Chick Corea, and guitarist Al Di Meola. In the 1970s, he formed an important musical alliance with singer Camarón de la Isla, which played a pivotal role in the emergence of the New Flamenco movement. As noted by Richard Chapman and Eric Clapton in their book Guitar: Music, History, Players, de Lucía is described as “a titanic figure in the world of flamenco guitar,” underscoring his profound contributions to the evolution of guitar music. Read in full: https://lnkd.in/e82krRnJ

The 3rd place in #TMB24’s case study competition went to team “Content Marketing” who won a trip to Cologne and Berlin. The team had the opportunity to tour RTL Deutschland and BMG - The New Music Company, gaining invaluable industry insights and connecting with seasoned professionals. Check out a few snapshots! #bertelsmann_careers

Welcoming THE Blake Shelton 🤩🤩 Country music superstar and Grand Ole Opry member Blake Shelton has signed a new global recordings agreement with BBR Music Group/BMG to release his upcoming new album. Jon Loba, President, Frontline Recordings, The Americas, BMG, said, “Blake is one of the biggest personalities and presences in media. America first got to know him through incredible, timeless songs and live shows and then fell in love with him and his sense of humor through TV. We are so excited he’s joining the BMG global family and cannot wait to share his incredible new music with the world. He’s been laser-focused on delivering some of the best of his career and it shows. We have been dancing through the office, literally not just figuratively, since we heard the first couple songs he played for us!” Shelton said, “A huge thanks to Jon, Peter, JoJamie, Katie, and the BMG family for being as excited as me about this new chapter we will write together. I felt their passion and love for music when I met with them, and I knew I was home. I am READY TO GO!" Read in full: https://lnkd.in/eWq6J5i6 📷 Sonny Alvarez / BMG

Join us at Reeperbahn Festival 2024!   Top Level Talk: In this on-stage conversation, music industry veteran Thomas Scherer, President of Global Catalog Recordings & Music Publishing North America at BMG, joins Sat Bisla, Founder and President of Musexpo and A&R Worldwide, to provide rare insights into the evolving world of high-profile music catalogs and the globalization of the recorded music and music publishing markets.   Friday 10.30-11.30am @ East Hotel / C2   More info: https://lnkd.in/dDWkgSjj   BMG's Pierrot Raschdorff, Senior Director Global Corporate Responsibility, will discuss career opportunities and leadership roles for FLINTA* in the music industry. The panel will take place after the presentation of the Keychange study results.   Friday 3.00-4.00pm @ East Hotel / Ginger   More info: https://lnkd.in/drxYZJf3

🎉 Congratulations to BMG's Tim Reid, Jecoure Lamothe, and Tab Nkhereanye on their selection into Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players 2024 list! Read more about the selection here: https://lnkd.in/eKxWpk9t See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/er8fT2YV

Celebrating Entrepreneurship: BMG's leaders are ready for the next chapter of growth! #wearebmg After two inspiring days at Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA’s Leading Entrepreneurship Conference (LEC) in Amsterdam, where over 300 top executives from across Bertelsmann gathered, we’re more motivated than ever heading into this next chapter of our growth journey. Fueled by Bertelsmann’s four growth vectors - Boost, Regional Boost, Next and Break Out - we drew inspiration from both Bertelsmann's entrepreneurs and external speakers. A highlight and moment of pride for our team was Jon Loba's keynote address, where he shared a mantra that resonated with all of us: humble, hungry, curious! I’m proud of our 17 senior executives who connected with global leaders on various aspects of our Bertelsmann DNA, especially around the theme of entrepreneurship. From sharing entrepreneurial success stories to exploring value creation, leadership strategies for navigating a complex geopolitical landscape, and addressing new challenges, these discussions were incredibly insightful. Thank you all for not only showing up but for actively engaging in these important conversations. A further special thanks to Thomas Rabe who highlighted Bertelsmann’s commitment to growth and creativity, and shared plans for new investments which will elevate and reinforce BMG’s commitment to our artists and songwriters as well as to industry-leading technology advancements. Creativity and entrepreneurship form the foundations of our strategy and future success, and I feel super energized and excited for what’s still to come and what this great team will unleash. Alberto C. Alistair Norbury Andrea Koechel Boris von Wiedebach Celine Joshua Christopher Ludwig Ye Jin Lee Johannes von Schwarzkopf JoJamie Hahr Jon Loba Kristal M. Mathis Wolter Nikola Holle-Spiegel Nitsa Kalispera Sam Hill Sebastian Hentzschel Tony Abner BMG - The New Music Company Photo: (c) Thilo Ross/Bertelsmann