Megan Thee Stallion has announced a new partnership with Interscope Records, which will handle the global distribution of her music, among other strategic support. As part of the newly inked deal, the rapper will continue on as an independent artist in complete control and ownership of her masters and publishing. Interscope will provide global distribution and strategic support for her upcoming releases through her own entertainment shingle, Hot Girl Productions.
I’m excited for this next chapter of growth and the expansion of my Hot Girl Productions empire.” “From the moment Megan emerged, it was clear she was a singular artist with an unmistakable voice and an extraordinary ability to shape culture on her own terms,” adds Steve Berman, vice chairman of Interscope Capitol. We’re honored to welcome Megan to the Interscope family and excited to partner with Roc Nation as we support her next chapter.” “Megan has always approached her career with a focus on ownership, creative freedom and long-term impact,” says Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez. We look forward to working together with Interscope’s team and tapping into their global resources to further elevate this new era of her career.” Megan had previously signed a deal with Warner Music Group in February 2024 to release music through her Hot Girl Productions shingle.
Much like her agreement with Interscope, the Warner deal allowed for her to remain an indie artist while being able to access the company’s promotional resources. + 1916 Enterprises has signed Grammy-nominated artist-songwriter-producer MNEK for management, the company has announced. The partnership comes in advance of MNEK forthcoming album “Bulldozer!!,” due September 18, and a headline U.K. and European tour this fall. He also recently inked a new publishing deal with Sony Music.
Over the past decade MNEK (born Uzoechi Emenike) has developed a formidable catalog as a hit songwriter, with tracks for Beyoncé (“Hold Up” and “Sorry”), Dua Lipa (“IDGAF”), Selena Gomez (“A Sweeter Place”) and Zara Larsson (“Never Forget You” and “Ain’t My Fault”). We truly believe this next era has the potential to be his biggest yet and we’re honored to be part of that journey.” + The independent distribution platform UnitedMasters, which has enjoyed hits with Brent Faiyaz, BigXthaPlug, FloyyMenor and more, has appointed Todd L. Perry II as VP and head of artist and label marketing, Luca Zanello as head of brand & sync, Goldie Harris as head of commerce and Jason Peerless as VP of artist & label operations.
Perry II joins from Warner Records, where he served as VP / head of artist and label marketing; Zanello was previously with the Orchard, Roc Nation, and MSM Group; Peerless joins after 12 years at Universal Music Group, including 10 years at Def Jam Recordings. Its inaugural release, “Vacation” by Flo Rida featuring Sage the Gemini, is out today. The new track reimagines the Go-Go’s classic of the same name co-written by Charlotte Caffey, whose catalog is represented by Seeker, as are songs by Joan Jett, Christopher Cross, Run the Jewels, Jay Sean, Jon Bellion, and more.
Bogart said: “At Seeker, we believe celebrating great music isn’t just about preserving legacy. It’s about extending it by introducing the songs we love to new generations. In the six years since we formed the company, we’ve shown through hits with Shaboozey, Pop Smoke, Coco Jones, Drake, and more, that we know how to successfully take an incredible song and re-invent it.” + AEG Presents has entered into a strategic partnership with Creativeman Productions, a leading Japanese concert promotion and live events company.
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