BMG - The New Music Company

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group (Cirque du Soleil) and BMG have announced a new strategic partnership to manage Cirque du Soleil’s critically-acclaimed music catalog and explore a range of music-oriented collaborative initiatives. Under the agreement, BMG will now serve as the record label home for Cirque du Soleil’s catalog of original scores, soundtracks, and new album releases, as well as the music publishing home administering its compositions and jointly creating new songs and releases. Anne Belliveau, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, said, “The power of music has long been a force uniting cultures and peoples in Cirque du Soleil productions around the world. As music plays an integral part in our productions, we’re proud to finally dive into the music industry and explore this new avenue. Over the last few years, BMG has brought a fresh vision to the music business, and we look forward to partnering with BMG on a variety of music-related opportunities.” Marian Alexander Wolf, SVP Music Publishing North America, said, “Cirque du Soleil is one of the most innovative and creative entertainment companies in the world. We are thrilled to be the new publishing and recorded music home for Cirque du Soleil and to collaborate on upcoming new releases. This will provide unparalleled opportunities for BMG’s diverse roster of artists, songwriters, and catalogs. Together we aim to celebrate and elevate global culture by showcasing diverse music releases and transforming the way global audiences discover new music.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/exh-nzhP

🎉 Congratulations to BMG's Thomas Scherer who will be honored at the fourth annual Songwriters of North America - SONA Warrior Awards in October! Of the honoree, Billboard writes, "Scherer has been with BMG and its parent company Bertelsmann for almost three decades as an artist, songwriter, music publisher, music producer, label owner, and executive. Under his leadership, BMG has signed and re-signed writers in the U.S., among them Diane Warren, Bebe Rexha, and Lewis Capaldi, and has secured more than 50 acquisitions, among them Mötley Crüe, Paul Simon, Five Finger Death Punch, and Gucci Mane. In January, Scherer was appointed president of global catalog recordings, while retaining his responsibilities as president of music publishing in North America." Read in full: https://lnkd.in/grVWhGNr

BMG's People team in Berlin recently joined forces with sister companies Penguin Random House, Arvato, RTL Group, and We Are Era to participate in the STICKS & STONES career fair. This unique festival focuses on connecting emerging LGBTQI talent with inclusive, forward-thinking companies. Markus Jeroma, Director Global Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding said: "Participating in the STICKS & STONES career fair was a fantastic opportunity to connect with talented individuals in the LGBTQI community and it showcases our commitment to inclusivity. This is especially important for us since we've been recognized by the Pride Index as one of the most LGBTQI friendly employers in Germany last year. Standing out as the only music company in the entire ranking highlights our dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive." ➡ Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e2c-vMhw ➡ And check out job opportunities at BMG here: https://lnkd.in/eC2g_uyZ

The Tech x BMG event, hosted by the company’s IT Product Team, marked a significant milestone in BMG's commitment to technological advancement and collaboration. The day-long event, both virtual and in-person, attracted more than 300 team members from around the world. Chief Technology Officer, Gaurav Mittal, said: “BMG's Group Technology team aims to build technology that enhances our day-to-day work. The technology day was our first step toward showcasing what we've built together, helping the entire BMG team to better understand our tech capabilities. I look forward to more such engagements in the future.” Read more about the event: https://lnkd.in/dk-RMwsK Check out some of our amazing Berlin-based Tech jobs in the comments!

Thomas Coesfeld is the newest member of the Bertelsmann Executive Board. At its meeting today, the Supervisory Board of the international media, services, and education company appointed the CEO of the BMG division to the Group Executive Board with immediate effect. Coesfeld will be responsible on the Board for Bertelsmann’s music business, which he has headed as CEO since July 2023, prior to which he served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of BMG.

Congrats to Anna Lena Bikowski, Michael Finsterwald, Mirka Katuščáková, Lise Kreider, Jason Mack, Akshay Nagpal, Jyotirmaya Patra, and Mladen Pechevski for striking third place! Safe travels to Cologne. 🚀 What an inspiring few days at the 16th annual “Talent Meets Bertelsmann (TMB)” event in Berlin! Talented students from across Europe gathered for three days of innovation and networking with teams from various Bertelsmann divisions and the international TMB alumni community.   Alongside great colleagues from across Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, I had the pleasure of being on the jury this year and witnessing first-hand the extraordinary presentations created by the students in conjunction with our professional teams who helped guide them. Congratulations to the three winning teams - Health Care, Creator Economy and the BMG-led, Content Marketing who will be headed to the RTL offices and studios in Cologne for an immersive experience exploring the business.   Thank you to everyone who was involved in the organization and running of the entire event and to BMG’s workshop hosts Johannes von Schwarzkopf and Colin Stradinger as well as Dörte Wickenhagen who helped coach the team to success.    #TalentMeetsBertelsmann #TMB #TMB2024 #Bertelsmann #BMG

🎉 Grammy Award-winning, multi-Platinum producer and artist Mustard has partnered with BMG, under a new global recordings agreement, to release his fourth studio album this year. News of his upcoming album, "Faith of a Mustard Seed", came earlier this month and is set to release on July 26. Known for collaborating with some of Hip-Hop’s finest (Rihanna, Kendrick Lamar, YG, Drake, Lil Wayne, The Weeknd, Chris Brown, Ella Mai, Snoop Dogg, Nipsey Hussle, Quavo, Big Sean, T.I, Wiz Khalifa), Mustard’s distinctive sound transcends genres, earning widespread acclaim and accolades for his innovative productions. Most recently, Mustard produced the highly acclaimed Kendrick Lamar single ‘Not Like Us’. The song was an immediate commercial success, breaking the record for the biggest single-day streams of a hip hop song in Spotify history as well as earning numerous other accolades. Mustard said, "I’m happy to join forces with BMG, a company known for its dedication to nurturing artistic independence, integrity, and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to push the boundaries of creativity and deliver groundbreaking music that resonates with audiences worldwide." Dan Gill, BMG Executive Vice President, Recorded Music, West Coast, said, “Mustard’s approach, coupled with a proven track record of chart-topping hits, delivers unparalleled musical experiences to audiences worldwide. We look forward to supporting and working alongside him as we continue to elevate his artistry and the impact of his music." Tim Reid, BMG Senior Vice President, Repertoire & Marketing, said, “Mustard’s anthems have consistently orchestrated the soundtrack to the Culture. Partnering with Mustard and the 10 Summers Team on his next movement is an exciting opportunity for the BMG Team to help propel his brand and turn the ordinary into extraordinary. Read in full detail: https://lnkd.in/eP7AX97G

This very special time of year is about to begin again. Just five days now until TMB24 opens its doors in Berlin for new talent, exciting projects and thriving connections. #bertelsmanncareers #tmb

Hosted by David Israelite, BMG CEO Thomas Coesfeld was invited to give the Keynote Fireside Chat at this year's Music Investor Conference. The agenda featured a series of panel discussions about music investment, showcasing some of the greatest minds from both industries. During Coesfeld’s keynote conversation with Israelite, he spoke about BMG’s successful investment strategy and the company's commitment to serving as a trusted home for the repertoire of songwriters’ and artists’ lifetime works. Check out the Music Business Worldwide (MBW) story for more highlights from their conversation: https://lnkd.in/egkzabZ9

BMG has announced its US Frontline Recorded organizational structure following the newly implemented BMG Next strategy. Under the new structure, Jon Loba, President, Frontline Recordings, BMG North America, will now assume the role of President, Frontline Recordings, The Americas, and lead a team of executives across the US (Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville), Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. The label group will be responsible for overseeing new music releases across a wide range of genres including Pop, Rock, R&B/Hip-Hop, Country, and Latin. The new structure, reorganized across marketing and streaming resources, is designed to provide BMG artist partners more tailored expertise and service. Read in full detail: https://lnkd.in/eXGshXph