Kenny Gates & Edwin Schröter on the new [PIAS] era in partnership with UMG

When Universal Music Group took ownership of [PIAS] in 2024, co-founder Kenny Gates told Music Week all about the decision in an exclusive interview. In the new edition of the magazine, executive chairman Kenny Gates is joined by new CEO Edwin Schröter for a two-part special on the company’s new ...

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Financing platform Pipeline Media unveils senior leadership appointments

Pipeline Media has announced a series of senior leadership appointments. The financing platform focused on the music and wider creative industries continues to expand its global footprint. It ...

ERA reports Record Store Day sales increase of 25%

Record Store Day has reported its largest ever event with sales up 25% on 2025 and record-breaking footfall at independent retailers. Independent record shops across the UK and ...

Merlin expands global female executive development programme Engage

Merlin has launched the fourth edition of its Engage mentorship programme for female executives. The initiative continues the organisation’s efforts to scale its global leadership pipeline for women ...

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