Irving Berlin – “Cheek to Cheek”, performed by Frank Sinatra, soundtracks a new campaign for Heineken. Under the strapline ‘Fans Have More Friends’, the spot reflects how shared passions can help people connect.

UMPG songwriters, artists, producers and composers were recognized with multiple GRAMMY wins this year, including the “Big Three” of Album, Song and Record of the Year.

Billboard Magazine have named Universal Music Publishing Group Chairman & CEO Jody Gerson their Executive of the Decade. In the Billboard cover story she discusses AI, diversity in the music business and becoming one of the most influential executives in entertainment.

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Universal Music Publishing Group are excited to welcome the hugely talented artist and songwriter Dio to the family. Dio (Diorno Braaf) rocketed into his music career in 2007 at the age of 19 with his iconic feature on the hit single ‘Dom, Lomp & Famous’ by The Opposites. From that moment on, things moved quickly for Dio. His infectious energy, bravado, and undeniable talent swiftly earned him a prominent spot in the Dutch hip-hop scene.

Four UMPG artists and writers were recognized at this year’s Buma Awards – an annual event to honour Dutch composers, lyricists and music publishers. At the event, awards are presented to the 20 most played and sold songs written by Dutch Buma members.

UMPG celebrated outstanding success at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards, representing 15 of Sunday night's Grammy Award winners, who garnered trophies across 19 genre-diverse categories, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Album of the Year. In addition, UMPG Chairman & CEO Jody Gerson received the Recording Academy’s 2025 Industry Icon Award, recognizing her transformative leadership and impact on the music industry.

2 Unlimited - 'Get Ready For This’ soundtracks Lego’s global festive campaign ‘Cataclaws Is Coming To Town’. The new advert celebrates children's imaginations and reminds everyone of the importance of coming together to play over the holidays. 

Ilse de Lange’s ‘This Isn’t Really Love’ is the title track to Dutch movie ‘ Tegendraads’

For the 67^th GRAMMY Awards nominations, UMPG songwriters, artists, producers and composers earned a record 111 nominations spanning 51 categories! Across genres, our talent contributed to many of this year’s most influential and culturally significant songs.

David Gray has been promoted to Managing Director, U.K. and Head of Global A&R for Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), a leader in global music publishing, it was announced today by UMPG Chairman & CEO Jody Gerson, to whom Gray reports. Gray will relocate to London from New York in January. Passing the reins to Gray is longtime UMPG U.K. Managing Director Mike McCormack, who has established a consultancy and formed a joint venture with the company.