Venice Distribution has hired Atlanta-based J.R. Mckee and Brandon “Reddpush” Terrell .
Venice, launched in December, is a subsidiary of Q&A, the music technology startup founded by Troy Carter and Suzy Ryoo.
The new hires follow the company’s appointment of Theresa Adebiyi as Director, Audience and Culture last month.
J.R. McKee joins the company as Head of Streaming and Brandon “Reddpush” Terrell as Director of A&R.
In addition, Ray Kurzeka has been promoted to Global Head of Revenue and Services Operations.
McKee was most recently the Head of Digital Sales & Revenue at Alamo Records, where he was a primary driver for the label’s streaming growth.
Terrell has been instrumental in Atlanta’s hip-hop scene as an independent A&R consultant and talent manager.
“We’re making a significant investment in providing a high level of services alongside our distribution software by adding these two executives to our premium services team.”
Troy Carter, Q&A
Troy Carter, CEO of Q&A, said: “J.R. McKee is one of the most talented young executives in the music industry. His vision for artists and passion for the future of music are impressive.
“His track record at breaking artists speaks for itself and I’m looking forward to him delivering hits for our premium services partners at Venice.
“Brandon “Reddpush” Terrell is a cultural powerhouse in Atlanta. He has an ability to connect with artists and has impeccable taste in music.
“We’re making a significant investment in providing a high level of services alongside our distribution software by adding these two executives to our premium services team.”
“I look forward to building something special with this world-class team.”
J.R. McKee
McKee added: “The mission is to push artists into the future of the streaming business and create a new generation of iconic music entrepreneurs.
“Venice will provide artists and independent labels with everything they need in a true distribution partnership. I look forward to building something special with this world-class team.”
“I feel extremely blessed. The best is definitely yet to come.”
Brandon ‘Reddpush’ Terrell
Terrell said: “I’ve worked relentlessly hard towards my goal of working with a company that shares my passion for building artists and sharing the culture. I feel extremely blessed.
“The best is definitely yet to come. Stay down and push for what you believe.”Music Business Worldwide