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Executive Dickon Stainer has been appointed to lead Universal Music UK as Chairman and CEO, succeeding David Joseph in the role.
As well as being responsible for the company’s strategic direction, Stainer will be directly responsible for the divisions of Island EMI Label Group, Polydor Label Group, Decca Records, the recently formed Audience and Media Division, and the famous Abbey Road Studios.
Alongside his new role, Stainer will also continue to lead the Global Classics and Jazz Division.
While managing that division, Stainer has enjoyed considerable success — including GRAMMY wins for Jon Batiste (Album of the Year in 2022), and Samara Joy (Best New Artist in 2023).
„Dickon has embraced an expansive musical worldview throughout his career, taking artists from a wide variety of genres and bringing them to audiences globally,“ said Sir Lucian Grainge, Chairman and CEO of the entire company. „He not only has deep experience in leveraging our worldwide organization on behalf of our artists, but a track record that includes global commercial and creative artist successes and countless awards in many countries.“
„I would also like to thank David Joseph for his many contributions. He leaves with our gratitude.“
„It is an honor to be asked by Sir Lucian Grainge to lead Universal Music UK,“ Stainer said. „The depth of talent that we have at the company, coupled with our remarkable roster of artists, gives me tremendous confidence in what we can achieve together. Having worked in both the international and domestic divisions of UMG, I know how central the UK is to the global music industry — a vital repertoire source that provides the world with great artists and great music.“
„I can’t wait to get started.“
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