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UMPG signs exclusive global publishing agreement with Electric Feel Entertainment to launch Electric Feel Publishing Europe

Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), a leading, global music publisher, has signed an exclusive, worldwide publishing deal with Electric Feel Entertainment to launch Electric Feel Publishing Europe. Led by Lucas Teuchner and Alex Strehl, the agreement will amplify Electric Feel’s expansion into the European marketplace.

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UMPG songwriters win at 2020 Ivor Novello Awards

Steve Mac, Little Simz and the Euphoria soundtrack (composed by Labrinth) were among the winners at this year’s Ivor Novello awards. The winners were announced in a virtual ceremony on Matt Wilkinson’s Apple Music show. 

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UMPG signs Brandi Carlile, Tim and Phil Hanseroth to global admin agreement

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Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) today announced that Brandi Carlile, a multi-Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter/performer/producer, and Tim and Phil Hanseroth, Grammy Award-winning songwriters/musicians, have been signed to an exclusive, worldwide publishing agreement.
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Saban Music Group & UMPG enter Global Admin Agreement

Saban Music Group (SMG), a music company backed by worldwide entertainment industry pioneer Haim Saban, announced an exclusive, global administration agreement with Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), a leading, global music publisher.
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Universal Music Publishing Group appoints Joe Fang as first-ever Managing Director, China

Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) today announced that Joe Fang has been named as the company’s first-ever Managing Director, China, effective immediately. Based in Beijing, Fang reports to Andrew Jenkins, President, Australia and Asia Pacific Region, UMPG. In his new role, Fang is responsible for the development of UMPG China at its new headquarters in Beijing. He will oversee business strategy and growth of the company’s Chinese language roster in a booming market. He will lead the development of UMPG Hong Kong as the region’s leading music publisher. Under Fang’s leadership, the UMPG China team will work closely with Universal Music Group in China, as well as with local partners to develop cornerstones for the Chinese music industry in a brand-new era.

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