Music Business News: Germany

Deal builds on BMG’s 2022 acquisition of Haddaway’s recorded royalties

Wolf has been influential in the signing and renewal of significant BMG publishing clients, including George Harrison, Jennifer Lopez and Riot Games

The company’s new European division will provide access to its entire supply chain, including manufacturing, packaging, and project management

D’Ovidio will oversee music content at the company’s radio brands, including Absolute Radio, KISS, Magic Radio, Hits Radio, and Greatest Hits Radio

Random Noize boasts a catalog of electronic music subgenres, featuring artists like Apparat and Moderat

Ticketing revenues grew more than 32%, while live event revenues jumped by nearly 19%

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The BMG boss discusses the sweeping changes he's made at the Bertelsmann-owned company – and the future of music