Music Business News: France

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Universal Music Group IPO coming ‘early 2022 at the latest’; Tencent completes acquisition of further 10% in UMG

Vivendi suggests Universal's IPO could take place this year

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SoundCloud inks deal with AdsWizz for exclusive ad sales representation in 14 European markets

AdsWizz Marketplace reaches over 100m unique devices globally every month

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Michèle Domi appointed Senior Artistic Director at Warner Chappell Music France

Domi has contributed to the career development of artists including Axel Tony, Florent Pagny and Indila

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Deezer starts selling editorial playlist sponsorship to brands

Headphone brand Marshall has been named as one of Deezer's first playlist sponsors

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Warner Chappell Music France inks global deal with Aya Nakamura

Artist and songwriter recently topped the French charts with Plus Jamais feat Stormzy

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Tencent-led consortium to buy another 10% of Universal Music Group, taking total stake to 20%

Tencent group acquired first 10% in UMG in Q1 this year

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French rapper Soso Maness signs to Warner Chappell

Soso Maness is the stage name of Sofiane Haki Manessou

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Warner Chappell Music inks global deal with Africa-based music company Africori

Deal will see Africori and Warner Chappell Music offer new opportunities for African artists