We thank Monte and Avery for the trust in UMGC, to launch Republic as a cornerstone for our multi-label strategy, as we set to expand the horizons for Chinese music talent in the future.” His insights and experiences will bring indispensable value for us, as we launch Republic here in China. Sunny Chang, chairman & CEO, UMGC, said: “I am also very pleased to welcome aboard Tony Wen – a highly experienced, senior executive in the music industry, who has established his career in the local market and has now become part of the amazing UMGC management team. UMG has a long history and culture of supporting and developing the best global music talent, and the launch of new labels only helps to accelerate and strengthen the domestic Chinese music market and most importantly introduce new and exciting artists and music to fans in China and beyond.” “It is a unique time for music in China, with a diverse, rich talent pool of new artists and talent that have the potential to find huge success both domestically, across Asia and more than-ever before around the world. We are incredibly excited for Republic to become a new force synonymous with the best in Chinese music, just as the Republic brand is seen as a trusted mark of quality around the world. This initiative recognises the extraordinary growth in the Chinese marketplace and the palpable influence which has made a tremendous impact on our industry worldwide.”Īdam Granite, EVP, market development, UMG, said: “I’d like to thank Monte, Avery and Republic Records for their support, as we welcome Republic Records China and Tony to the UMG label family. Republic Records founder, chairman & CEO Monte Lipman said: “We’re thrilled to see the launch of Republic Records in China led by the brilliant leadership team of Tony and Sunny. The first label signings to the new label are to be announced shortly. Wen has significant experience within the Chinese music and media industries as both a successful music producer and former Sony Music and EE-media executive. The label will be based in Beijing and led by Tony Wen, who has been appointed managing director, Republic Records China, and will report to Sunny Chang, chairman & CEO, UMGC. The new Republic Records China label will focus on signing and developing the next generation of Chinese music and C-pop talent from Mainland China, with a view to reaching a global audience. In recent years, the US label’s artists have found success around the world, including in China, where Taylor Swift has broken records for international sales success. Republic Records is home to Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Drake, The Weeknd and Post Malone amongst others. It’s the first international label division of Republic Records to launch worldwide. Universal Music Greater China (UMGC) and Republic Records have announced the launch of Republic Records China.
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