Hughes has worked at Polydor for nine years, the last seven as director of promotions.

Polydor President Ferdy Unger-Hamilton says his promotion reflects his wider role within the company.

"Neil is an exceptional all-round record executive as well as leading the best promotions team in the business," he says. "This promotion is recognition of the huge role Neil has played in Polydor's recent success and, as general manager, his skills and insight will benefit all facets of our business." ...