Music Industry Execs Articles

Chris Anokute talks about his new position at Island Def Jam, his work as A&R exec for Katy Perry, and how he got started in the music business.

Ryan Fitch offers insights into the world of music for advertising, and what music producers are looking for. He works with both composers & songwriters for his projects.

Panay, who has become a major figure in the indie world, tells how Sonicbids helps market artists and songwriters.

Barbara Cane talks about her 25-year career at BMI, and about the workshops and programs she oversees.

Okrent, Sr. Director at ASCAP’s Los Angeles office, discusses the programs and showcases she supervises.

Steinberg is know for writing many hit songs, but he also takes pride in managing his publishing catalog.

Stakee, who is now an independent publisher, recalls how she signed and worked with Sheryl Crow when she was at Warner-Chappell Music.

Tom Sturges. former Head of Creative at Universal Publishing, talks about his great career, and his many writer signings.

This prominent pop A&R exec recalls her days at Sony, where she signed Destiny’s Child and Jessica Simpson.

Respected A&R exec Landers, who is now Sr. VP at Sony, did this interview when he worked at Disney Records.

Rosenberger has remained a prominent exec at Warner-Chappell, marketing the company’s great catalogs.

Barron discusses the state of the music industry and performance income, and the history and growth of BMI.

Alexander, who was Sr. VP at ASCAP, tells how he discovered and worked with Alanis Morissette when he was at MCA Publishing.