HONG KONG, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Seasoned entertainment executive Lo Ting-Fai, known as Lofai, has been appointed as President, Warner Music APAC, at Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG). Effective August 11, he will be based in Hong Kong, reporting to Robert Kyncl, CEO of WMG. All of the company's recorded music territory heads across the Asia-Pacific region will report to Lofai. 

Lofai joins WMG from telecoms giant PCCW, where he most recently served as CEO of its subsidiary MakerVille, a leading entertainment company which focuses on content creation, artist management, and live events, and COO of Viu, its regional OTT streaming platform. He has also written hit songs under the pseudonym "Yu Ri."

Forward-thinking executive to helm WMG's distribution arm in addition to existing responsibilities leading LATAM business

NEW YORK, July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- It was announced today that accomplished leader Alejandro Duque has been named President of ADA, the independent distribution and label services arm of Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG), expanding on his existing responsibilities as President of Warner Music Latin America. Duque will continue to be based in Miami and report to WMG CEO Robert Kyncl. 

NEW YORK and BOSTON, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG), the global music entertainment company, and Bain Capital, a leading global private investment firm, are launching a joint venture to allow for the purchase of up to $1.2 billion of legendary music catalogs across both recorded music and music publishing. The partnership was formed through equal equity commitments from WMG and Bain Capital.

LONDON, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing their sustainability mission, Coldplay are re-releasing all of their albums as clear 140g EcoRecords made from recycled plastic bottles, produced using injection-moulding technology which reduces carbon emissions during manufacture by an impressive 85% compared with traditional vinyl production.

An EcoRecord sounds and looks as great as a traditional vinyl record, but it has been manufactured using 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a lightweight and durable material that is easily recyclable and designed for a circular economy, significantly contributing to reduced shipping emissions and end-of-life environmental impact.

Warner Music feiert den Sieg seines österreichischen Künstlers

BASEL, Schweiz, 19. Mai 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music gratuliert seinem österreichischen Künstler JJ herzlich zum Sieg beim Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel, Schweiz, mit seiner ausdrucksstarken Single „Wasted Love". Der von einer Trennung inspirierte Pop-Oper-Track mit explosiven Techno-Beats begeisterte das internationale Publikum und verhalf JJ am Samstagabend vor mehr als 160 Millionen Zuschauern zum Sieg.

Doreen Schimk und Fabian Drebes, Co-Presidents von Warner Music Central Europe, kommentierten: „JJs unglaubliches Talent, kombiniert mit seinem innovativen Sound, hat das Publikum in ganz Europa und darüber hinaus begeistert und mit jedem Auftritt neue Fans gewonnen. Der Eurovision Song Contest ist die weltweit meistgesehene Musikfernsehsendung, und wir freuen uns sehr, ihn auf einer solchen globalen Bühne glänzen zu sehen. Wir sind stolz darauf, Teil von JJs Reise zu sein."

Warner Music Celebrates the Victory of Its Austrian Artist

BASEL, Switzerland, May 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music proudly congratulates its Austrian artist JJ for winning the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel, Switzerland with his powerful single "Wasted Love". The breakup-inspired pop-opera track, featuring explosive techno beats, captivated international audiences, propelling JJ to victory in front of more than 160 million viewers on Saturday evening.

Doreen Schimk and Fabian Drebes, Co-Presidents of Warner Music Central Europe, commented: "JJ's incredible talent, combined with his innovative sound, has truly resonated with audiences across Europe and beyond, attracting new fans with every performance. Eurovision is the world's most-watched music television show, and we are thrilled to see him shine on such a global stage. We are proud to be part of JJ's journey."

'5 Junction' imprint focused on breaking American artists of South Asian heritage and talent from the Subcontinent in the U.S.

NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music Group (Nasdaq: WMG) and entrepreneurial powerhouse Anjula Acharia are partnering to launch 5 Junction, a new JV label focused on discovering and nurturing U.S.-based artists of South Asian heritage, as well as amplifying the success of WMG's existing artists from South Asia and its diaspora. 5 Junction will collaborate closely with LA-based Warner Records, led by Tom Corson [Co-Chairman and COO] and Aaron Bay-Schuck [Co-Chairman and CEO].

Accomplished Leader from Activision Blizzard and Procter & Gamble

NEW YORK, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Music Group Corp. (Nasdaq: WMG) today announced that Armin Zerza is joining the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 5, reporting to CEO Robert Kyncl. Zerza brings extensive global financial, commercial, and operational leadership experience, most recently serving as CFO of Activision Blizzard, while it was traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange. At the same time, it was announced that current EVP & CFO Bryan Castellani will serve until May 5, and then act as advisor to ensure a smooth handover.

Annual event raises funds to advance the organization's efforts to bring music education into under-served communities

NEW YORK, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Last night, longtime Harmony Program supporter Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) and Grammy-nominated artist and philanthropist Josh Groban were honored at the organization's annual gala held at The Altman Building in Flatiron. Hosted by CBS Mornings Plus' Adriana Diaz, the festive evening celebrated the Harmony Program's momentous efforts and raised nearly $800,000 to advance their mission to bring music education into under-served communities across New York City. The night included special live performances by Groban and students from the Harmony Program.

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spotify and Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) today announced a new, multi-year agreement, which covers both Recorded Music and Music Publishing. Through the deal, the two companies strengthen their joint commitment to artists, songwriters, and fans, as well as the growth of the music ecosystem through innovative collaboration.

WMG and Spotify will work together to shape the future of audio-visual streaming and enhance the value of music. The new deal will help deliver new fan experiences, a deeper music and video catalog, further paid subscription tiers, and differentiated content bundles. The agreement also builds on the companies' existing alignment around 'artist centric' royalty models that reward and protect the power of artists to attract and engage audiences. Importantly, the new publishing agreement introduces a direct licensing model with Warner Chappell Music in several additional countries including the U.S., reinforcing songwriters' benefit in this evolving landscape.