HIRES, FIRES IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

In the latest music industry jobs, Apple Music and Soundcloud have lost two executives, Warner Music creates an Arts Music division, and more.

In another key loss for the streamer, top SoundCloud executive Stephen Bryan has left the company. After days of speculation, he has joined YouTube as head of Label Relations. He’ll report to his former Warner Music Group colleague, Lyor Cohen, who serves as YouTube’s Global Head of Music.

Universal Music Publishing Group has promoted JW Beekman to Chief Financial Officer. Beekman first joined UMPG in 2007 and succeeds Michael Sammis. UMPG recently named Sammis as President of the company.

Entertainment One has announced new offices in Germany and Australia. It has also entered into a partnership with German indie SPV. SPV will provide physical product distribution and marketing services in Europe.

After six years at Jamendo, Martin Grueber has departed from the company. He first joined the company as a promotion and community manager. In a statement, Grueber said that he will focus on finding new opportunities as a music curator and a music content specialist.