Music Industry Execs Articles

Steve Schnur talks about his many video game projects at EA, and how he works with songwriters, artists and composers. EA also has a label and publishing company..

Music industry leader Neil Portnow talks about the Grammy Awards, the state of the music industry, and the Recording Academy’s many programs and events.

Iain Pirie discusses his key role as Head of Music for 19 Entertainment, which co-produces American Idol and co-manages many of the winning artists and finalists.

Max Gousse, a top urban A&R exec, talks about his work with Beyonce, his new signings at Island Def Jam, and how he discovered the group B2K and Omarion.

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.

Renowned label chief Craig Kallman discusses his great career at Atlantic Records, working with such hit artists as Bruno Mars, Fun., Skrillex, Jason Mraz, Kid Rock, Zac Brown Band.

Platt, who is now President of Warner-Chappell Music, did this interview in 2005 when he was Head of EMI Music Publishing’s urban music division.

Jim Vellutato, VP A&R at Sony/ATV Music, discusses his involvement with two #1 hits. He also offer tips on how songwriters can succeed.

Teresa LaBarbera Whites, a top A&R exec who has worked with Beyonce, Britney Spears and Pink, discusses her great career, and offers tips to writers & artists.

Interview with top exec Ben Vaughn, who runs Warner/Chappell Music’s Nashville division. He works with many top country writers & artists.

Grammy-winning writer Liz Rose discussses her great co-writing relationship with Taylor Swift, and her company Liz Rose Music.

Erin Collins, who is based in the L.A. office of SESAC, works closely with songwriters, composers and publishers who focus on Film & TV.

A&R exec Jeff Fenster discusses his new projects at Warner Bros., and his work with Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys, plus American Idol winners.