Atlantic Music Group Announces New Leadership and Strategic Focus

Elliot Grainge, CEO of Atlantic Music Group ● Photo Credit: Atlantic Music Group

NEW YORK, September 23, 2024 (ENTERTAINMENT INTERVIEWS) – Atlantic Music Group (AMG), a division of Warner Music Group, has announced a comprehensive restructuring of its leadership team aimed at enhancing its cultural influence and creative expertise. Elliot Grainge has been appointed CEO of Atlantic Music Group, taking over from Julie Greenwald, effective October 1.

Grainge highlighted the significance of this transition, stating, "Atlantic Music Group is home to the most extraordinary artists and executives in the world. This great label has moved through a meaningful transition and emerged with a world-class team, made up of ambitious innovators and veteran visionaries."

Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl expressed his confidence in Grainge’s leadership, saying, "AMG will be lean, agile, fiercely creative, and deeply passionate about artists and their fans. We're opening an exciting new chapter in the story of an iconic label."

As part of the reorganization, several key promotions and appointments have been made across AMG’s subsidiaries, including Atlantic Records, 300 Entertainment, and 10K Projects. Lanre Gaba has been promoted to President of Hip-Hop, R&B, and Global Music at Atlantic Records, overseeing major artists like Cardi B, Jack Harlow, and Lil Uzi Vert. Rayna Bass and Selim Bouab have been named Co-Presidents of 300 Entertainment, responsible for guiding the careers of artists such as Young Thug and Mary J. Blige. Additionally, Nicholas Ziangas and Molly McLachlan have been elevated to Co-Presidents of 10K Projects, where they will continue to support breakout stars like Trippie Redd.

Craig Kallman has been promoted to Chief Music Officer, expanding his role to oversee music projects across AMG. Dave Rocco joins the leadership team as President of Creative, taking on responsibilities that include creative strategy, video production, and artistic development.

AMG will also integrate key functions across its subsidiaries, such as marketing, digital strategy, and artist development, to create a more streamlined approach to supporting artists. This restructuring is designed to unify the strengths of Atlantic, 300 Entertainment, and Elektra under a central umbrella, enhancing efficiency and collaboration across the group.

For more information, visit wmg.com.

Source: Warner Music Group Corp.

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