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Austen Adams has been appointed president of Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville.
Adams will report to WCM co-chairs, CEO Guy Moot and COO Carianne Marshall, effective September 15.
Adams has joined from entertainment company Big Loud, where he served as chief operating officer of its publishing and records divisions for six years. He worked with a wide array of talent, including Morgan Wallen, Hardy, Miranda Lambert, Ernest and Stephen Wilson Jr, among many others.
“During that time, he played a central role in building services for songwriters and artists, strengthening creative strategy and driving growth,” said a statement. “With two decades of experience, his deep blend of expertise also spans artist management and entertainment law.”
In a statement, Moot and Marshall said: “Austen is a class act, with trusted relationships across the industry, and a holistic understanding of both the creative and the commercial. Given our longstanding, successful partnership with Austen, Seth and the Big Loud team, this is a very natural move for both him and us.
“We’re excited about what he’ll contribute to Warner Chappell and the songwriting community, nurturing the culture in Nashville, while finding fresh ways to bring its talent global opportunities. With Austen and our amazing team on Music Row, we know the commitment, integrity, and humanity of Ben Vaughn’s legacy will be carried into the future.”
I’ve always believed that songs and songwriters are the soul of our business
Austen Adams
Austen Adams said: “I’ve always believed that songs and songwriters are the soul of our business. Which is why I’ve been a longtime admirer of what Ben Vaughn and the Warner Chappell team have built. I’m deeply honoured to be entrusted with leading the next chapter.
“Together, we’ll champion storytelling, protect creativity, and help songwriters share their visions in bold and impactful ways. Thank you to Guy and Carianne for their trust in me, and to everyone at Big Loud – especially Seth, Craig and Joey – for their faith and support these last six years.”
During his tenure at Big Loud, the company expanded its staff from under 30 to more than 100. Big Loud’s stable of hitmaking songwriters, including co-founders Craig Wiseman and Joey Moi, have earned three Grammy awards and 90 No.1 hits to date in the US.
Prior to Big Loud, Adams worked in artist management and spent over 15 years as an entertainment lawyer, where he represented both artists and executives, negotiating and structuring records and publishing deals and joint ventures.
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