Publishing Briefs: Dan Wilson Moving to UMPG? Ultra Extends Wheezy? Kobalt signs JULiA LEWiS

Universal Music Publishing Group has signed hitmaker and Semi-acoustic Frontman Dan Wilson in an exclusive worldwide publishing deal. Under the terms of the deal, UMPG will represent Wilson's future projects. “I find it a true gift to work alongside someone who has so much history and success, and yet is so open to new experiences and partnerships,” said Jennifer Knoepfle, UMPG's EVP and co-head of A&R.

Ultra Publishing signed an agreement extension with Windedwho first signed to the label in 2018. The new expansion will also see Ultra acquire an additional 427 songs from Wheezy, including tracks released by Drake, Travis Scott Meek Mill and Lil Uzi Vert.

Cobalt signed Latin Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter JULIA LOUIS in a global release management agreement. Collaborator with Bad Bunny, Anitta, Rauw Alejandro, NBA YoungBoy, Feid and more, JULiA LEWiS is a certified hitmaker with top tracks like “La Jumpa”, “Classy 101” and “Kacey Talk” as part of his fast. – drop down list. Led by Matt Geffen, Jamil Davis and Matt Bauerschmidt of The Revels Group.

Warner Chappell Music France has signed an administrative publishing agreement with Lofi Records, the company behind the famous YouTube 'Lofi Girl'. The channel provides 24/7 leisurely time to relax or study and has over 13.6 million subscribers, with 30,000-60,000 concurrent listeners each day.

Avex USA has signed Jahnei “Mr. Jah' Clark in its editorial department. A Queens-based, Los Angeles-based hip-hop, R&B, Latin and pop producer, he is best known for his work with Luísa Sonza, 6ix9ine, Masego.

Rimas Publications has expanded its roster, signing seven new talents. New signees include Andrea Cruz, Elia, Harold Wendell Sanders, Manu Berlingeri, Mendoza, Nes and Valentina.

Warner Chappell Production Music it shoots Run4Cover in association with Warner Chappell Music. Run4Cover is a new label designed to cover some of WCM's biggest songs in a way that can be useful for sync purposes. Already their repertoire includes new covers of hits by the likes of Radiohead (“Exit Music (For A Film),” “Karma Police”), Curtis Mayfield (“Move On Up”), Kool & The Gang (“Celebration”) and Donna Summer (“Hot Thing”). These covers come in a wide range of styles, from string quartet to big band to trailer.

Concord Music Publishing has signed a songwriting team Chris Miller and Nathan Theisen in a global release management agreement. This includes their full catalog and future work. Two of Broadway's greatest composers today, the duo wrote the score Tuck Everlasting, The Burnt Part Boys, Blown Sideways Through Life, Revival and more together. Regardless, Miller has worked Swept Away, April Twilights and Ravello. Tysen has worked The Great Gatsby, Amelie, Paradise Square.

Major Bob Music is signed up and coming songwriter SJ McDonald in a global publishing deal. “He holds the country and is a perfect match for Major Bob,” says Andy Paraskevi, head of publications. Along with announcing her signing, McDonald also released a new single: “Hummingbird.”

Recipe songs and Songs of the first day has signed Joseph Tilley in a global publishing deal. Artist, producer and songwriter, Tilley makes pop and R&B music. Along with his artistic work, he is also a producer for indie pop singer Emilee, contributing to songs such as “Heaven” and “I Love You Baby”.

Sony Music Publishing and Related Music Group have signed up and coming country artist Carson Wallace in a global publishing deal. Just 20 years old, the songwriter has built an audience on TikTok and has now found success with singles like “Lonely Look Like,” “Leavin' Season,” “Ghost In My Chevy” and “Light of Day.”