Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorIn a major move in the publishing world, Sony Music Publishing has announced the appointment of Walter Jones as executive vice president and head of A&R, effective February 22.
In the role, he will oversee the company’s U.S. A&R efforts and work closely with the U.S. creative team to further support both emerging and established songwriters, according to the announcement.
He also will work to advance SMP’s overall A&R strategy on strategy and new opportunities for its roster.He will be based in the company’s Los Angeles office and report to chairman/CEO Jon Platt.
Sony Music Publishing Nashville, led by Rusty Gaston, and Sony Music Publishing Latin, led by Jorge Mejia, will continue to report to Platt.
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