Common Music Group Chairman & CEO Sir Lucian Grainge introduced at present that Dickon Stainer has been appointed Chairman & CEO of Common Music UK. Stainer succeeds David Joseph, whose departure was confirmed yesterday (September 23).
In his new function, Stainer is liable for the general administration and strategic course of Common Music UK.
Divisions together with Island EMI Label Group, Polydor Label Group, Decca Information, the just lately shaped Viewers and Media Division, in addition to Abbey Street Studios, will report back to him.
For the final 10 years, Stainer served as President & CEO of Common Music Group’s (UMG) World Classics and Jazz division splitting his time between London and New York.
Upon assuming this new function main the UK firm, he may even proceed within the capability of Chairman of World Classics & Jazz. Bulletins concerning new management roles and inner promotions in these companies will probably be made shortly, says UMG.
“Dickon has embraced an expansive musical worldview all through his profession, taking artists from all kinds of genres and bringing them to audiences globally,” stated Grainge. “He not solely has deep expertise in leveraging our worldwide group on behalf of our artists, however a observe report that features international business and artistic artist successes and numerous awards in lots of international locations.
“I’d additionally wish to thank David Joseph for his many contributions. He leaves with our gratitude.”
Stainer stated, “It’s an honour to be requested by Sir Lucian Grainge to steer Common Music UK. The depth of expertise that we’ve on the firm, coupled with our outstanding roster of artists, offers me great confidence in what we are able to obtain collectively.
“Having labored in each the worldwide and home divisions of UMG, I understand how central the UK is to the worldwide music trade – a significant repertoire supply that gives the world with nice artists and nice music. I can’t wait to get began.”
Stainer has loved success on the worldwide stage, evidenced most just lately by the Grammy wins for Jon Batiste for Album of the Yr in 2022, and Samara Pleasure for Finest New Artist in 2023.Music Enterprise Worldwide
