Bernie Taupin has been recognised with the Trustees Award from the Recording Academy, recognising his profound influence as a lyricist and creative force in popular music.

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.

UMPG and NWS Music Group sign songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Zach Nahome - one of the most in-demand creative forces in the UK music scene.

Taylor Swift, Alanis Morissette, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley (Kiss) and Kenny Loggins are all amongst this year’s honorees. 

The nominees for the 2026 Oscars have been announced, with UMPG composers and songwriters receiving nominations in both the Original Score and Original Song categories.

UMPG are excited to welcome NYC-based artist, producer and songwriter Claud to the family - signed in partnership with Jack Antonoff.

Prince and The Revolution - "Purple Rain" provided a suitably grandiose soundtrack for the 'Stranger Things' finale.

Madonna Covers Patty Pravo’s Italian Classic “La bambola” for Dolce & Gabbana’s global campaign, written by Ruggero Cini, Franco Migliacci and Bruno Zambrini. 

INXS’s iconic 1987 ballad “Never Tear Us Apart” soundtracks the teaser trailer for the highly anticipated new Pixar film Toy Story 5.

Jody Gerson received The International Executive Of The Year award at the 2025 Music Business UK Awards, presented by the founder of MBW, Tim Ingham.