Peermusic has renewed its worldwide publishing deal with BTS songwriter Ryan Lawrie.
The Glasgow-born hitmaker, who previously signed a global agreement with the independent company in 2020, has contributed to BTS tracks such as Mikrokosmos and Inner Child, and has five US chart-toppers to his name.
He has also worked across releases by the likes of Tomorrow X Together, Enhypen, Seventeen and Zerobaseone, alongside other leading acts, and co-wrote Hawaii, the new single by Red Velvet, which was released at the start of this month.
“Since signing his first publishing deal with Peermusic in 2020, Ryan has honed his craft and his career continues to go from strength to strength. He has a unique talent to create global hits," said Ralph W Peer, Peermusic's MD UK, Australasia and VP of African and Middle East operations.
"From Johannesburg to Nashville to Seoul, Ryan's talent has always shown through, and he is an absolute pleasure to work with. We’re thrilled to be in business with Ryan and to continue to provide him with the full support of our global publishing network and creative teams.”
Ryan is the kind of songwriter we love working with
Harry Knyt, Peermusic
Harry Knyt, head of A&R, UK, Peermusic, said: “Ryan is the kind of songwriter we love working with. He’s already achieved so much and we firmly believe his best work is still ahead of him. We’re incredibly proud that he’s chosen to continue his journey with us, and we’re looking forward to helping him realise that potential.”
Dylan Myerscough-Harris, senior A&R Manager, Peermusic, added: “Watching Ryan’s growth during his time at peermusic has been a genuine pleasure, and we’re thrilled that he’s entrusted us with the next stage of his career. Ryan has world class talent, is a joy to work with, and we can’t wait to help elevate him to the next level across even more genres and regions as we continue our relationship together.”
Lawrie has earned credits on songs generating hundreds of millions of streams, with placements on chart-topping albums, major tours and globally televised projects such as Boys Planet.
“I’m incredibly proud to be continuing my journey with Peermusic," he said. "Since signing my first deal, we’ve celebrated some unforgettable milestones together, and I’m grateful for the belief they’ve shown in me every step of the way. This new chapter represents an even bigger vision, and I’m more motivated than ever to keep writing songs that connect with people around the world. I truly believe the best is still to come.”
PHOTO (L-R): Harry Knyt, head of A&R, UK, Peermusic; Dylan Myerscough-Harris, senior A&R manager, Peermusic UK; Ryan Lawrie; Ralph W. Peer, managing director, U.K., Australasia and vice president of Peermusic’s African and Middle East operations; and April Wright, A&R, Peermusic.
