Simon Baker promoted to General Manager, European Operations of Universal Music Publishing Group

Baker previously served as SVP, Finance and Operations for Europe
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Usher signs to Luke Mitzman’s 100 Management for worldwide representation

Mitzman and 100 will work alongside Usher’s existing team, led by Julia Khan
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Apple names The Orchard, Kontor and CD Baby ‘Preferred Plus’ music distributors as part of new program

Preferred Plus distributors have access to advanced analytics and early access to Apple Music product features
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Jack MacDonald named UK Head of Music and Entertainment at 23 Capital

MacDonald joins 23 Capital from Credit Suisse where he was a Director
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You Me At Six ink publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group

Five of the band’s albums have reached Top 10 in the UK
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YouTube Music launches its first-ever UK Ones to Watch artist spotlight

The list has been compiled based on YouTube views, engagement from music fans and YouTube Music analytics
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Spotify share price falls to another all-time low, as market cap drops under $24bn

That’s down 33% on the company’s peak stock price in July
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