Jon Platt: Last News

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorSony Music Publishing has announced Songwriter Assistance, a new program that will provide its global roster of songwriters and composers with access to free, confidential counseling services and wellness resources.According to the announcement, starting February 1, Songwriter Assistance will offer 24/7 counseling support via global hotlines, as well as ongoing counseling services for emotional health matters such as stress, anxiety, depression, and family/relationship challenges.SMP songwriters will also have unlimited access to customized resources for tackling daily responsibilities such as researching childcare and eldercare options, navigating life transitions, co-parenting, budgeting for major life events, and more.In a letter to songwriters and composers announcing the program, Jon Platt, Chairman and CEO, Sony Music Publishing said, “We are committed to providing you with services that matter. The importance of wellness cannot be overstated, and with Songwriter Assistance, we look forward to offering a whole new level of care and support.”Amy Cranford, SMP senior VP of publishing administration, said, “We are passionate about taking care of Sony Music Publishing’s songwriters and composers and providing them with the best level of support.

Sony Music Publishing has signed that Olivia Rodrigo to a worldwide publishing deal, which is good news for Sony Music Publishing.“There’s nothing I love more than songwriting”, says Rodrigo. “It’s my favourite thing in the world, and I’m excited to be working with the team at Sony Music Publishing”.Because this big deal is a big deal, Sony has wheeled out three people to comment on it.

DEALSSony/ATV has signed Frank Ski to a global publishing deal. “Frank Ski is a legend in hip hop”, says CEO Jon Platt.

By Variety Staff