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Ricochet Ball 2024 Nets Fundraising Record

Lars Brandle — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 02:09:53 +0000

This year’s Ricochet Ball tournament was a big winner -- with SCA taking the title and participants raking-in more than $40,000 for charity.

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‘The Time Feels Right’: Read George Ash’s Message to Universal Music Staff

Lars Brandle — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 09:11:24 +0000

After 35 years working in music, my love for it has not diminished," writes outgoing UMA president George Ash in a message to staff.

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Universal Music Australia & NZ President George Ash Stepping Down

Poppy Reid — Sun, 11 Dec 2022 22:16:01 +0000

In an email sent by Sir Lucian Grainge to Universal Music Australia & New Zealand staff this morning, UMG’s local President George Ash has announced he will be stepping down from the role. Noting that he will be stepping down at the end of the year, the internal memo says the move is something he […]

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Ben Facey out of Universal Music

Vivienne Kelly — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 04:13:44 +0000

Another high-profile Aussie music exec has left his role.

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Hiatus Kaiyote join the Universal Music Publishing roster

Jake Challenor — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 22:57:04 +0000

The partnership follows the release of the jazz-funk outfit's new single, ‘Get Sun’.

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Universal Music had a profitable 2020, paving the way for a successful IPO

Christie Eliezer — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 03:46:37 +0000

The strong numbers pave the way for a successful IPO in Amsterdam later in the year.

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Universal Music Group behind Queen Rock Tour video game

Staff Writer — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 22:41:53 +0000

The video game marks the band's 50th anniversary.

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Why is Universal Music’s IPO in Amsterdam, and why are Vivendi shareholders already smiling?

Staff Writer — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 23:02:12 +0000

UMG said “we’ll remain committed to our artists and songwriters" throughout its IPO.

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Octane Records signs digital distribution deal with Ingrooves

Caleb Triscari — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 06:24:32 +0000

The metal label was launched in 2020 by Chris Maric and Bailey Graham.

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UK major labels disagree with collective music licensing proposal during streaming inquiry

Caleb Triscari — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 06:27:22 +0000

Representatives from Sony, Warner and Universal have expressed their desire to continue directly negotiating with streaming services.

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