{"id":1228930,"date":"2025-03-07T01:15:23","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T01:15:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/pt\/?p=1228930"},"modified":"2025-03-07T01:15:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T01:15:23","slug":"bad-bunnys-label-rimas-entertainment-acquires-stake-in-dale-play","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/pt\/bad-bunnys-label-rimas-entertainment-acquires-stake-in-dale-play\/","title":{"rendered":"Bad Bunny\u2019s Label Rimas Entertainment Acquires Stake in Dale Play"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n\tRimas Entertainment<\/a> <\/strong>has acquired a \u201csignificant\u201d stake in Dale Play Records<\/strong>, the label home to Latin hitmakers Bizarrap, Duki, Nicki Nicole and Rels B. Rimas will work in partnership with Dale Play CEO, Federico Lauria<\/strong>, as well as Sony Music. <\/p>\n

\n\tRimas Entertainment is headed by Bad Bunny\u2019s manager Noah Assad<\/strong>, and is home to the former as well as Arc\u00e1ngel, Cris MJ, Eladio Carri\u00f3n, Mora and Quevedo. In a press release issued Thursday, Rimas said their deal with Dale was made possible \u201cthanks to the support of Rob Stringer (chairman, Sony Music Group), Afo Verde [chairman and CEO Latin America, Spain and Portugal, Sony Music], the Sony Music family, as well as Brad Navin, Jason Pascal, and the team at The Orchard.\u201d <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cFrom day one, our mission has been to support and develop artists with authenticity and respect for their identity,\u201d commented Assad. \u201cWith Federico and Dale Play, we\u2019ve built a relationship founded on trust and mutual admiration. This alliance will allow us to break new boundaries and create opportunities for our artists and teams.\u201d <\/p>\n

\n\tLauria added: \u201cAfo and I have had a long-standing friendship for many years, united by a mission to elevate Latin music to the highest level. This partnership reflects a journey we have been on for many years with Noah, Jomy, and the Rimas team. We share the same vision and values, driven by a passion and a dream to take Spanish-language music and culture to the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tVerde said, \u201cI have great admiration for the achievements of both Fede and Noah. They epitomize the new generation of executives and label leaders, characterized by their independent spirit and innovative approach. Their dedication to their artists and vision for the future is truly commendable. It is a privilege to continue our partnership with them, and I look forward to the remarkable opportunities and accomplishments we will share as we continue to collaborate.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tPictured above (L-R): Noah Assad (CEO of Rimas Entertainment), Federico Lauria (CEO of Dale Play Records) and Jonathan Miranda (President of Rimas Entertainment).<\/em><\/p>\n

\n\t+ Virgin Music Group<\/strong> has appointed Adrian Pope<\/strong> to the position of executive vice president, digital business and global partner relations at the company. In this newly created role, Pope will be a liaison between Virgin Music Group, its global client base, key digital partners and the independent music industry.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cAdrian played a significant part in building [PIAS] and [Integral] into a world class organization serving the independent music sector,\u201d said JT Myers, co-CEO of Virgin Music Group. \u201cWe know his relationships and expertise will be important in our continued growth and success around the world and are grateful to have him play a key role on Virgin\u2019s global leadership team.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tPope most recently served as chief digital officer for [PIAS] and managing director of its label distribution and services business. During his lengthy tenure there, in addition to [PIAS] owned repertoire, he worked alongside independent labels including ATO, Domino, Epitaph, Heavenly, Mute, Ninja Tune, Partisan, Transgressive and Warp and with such artists as Arlo Parks, Cigarettes After Sex, Editors, London Symphony Orchestra, Moby, and Nick Cave and many others. Universal Music Group acquired [PIAS] in 2024.<\/p>\n

\n\t+ Boutique publishing house Maison Arts <\/strong>has launched its own full-service record label, Maison Records<\/strong>. Under the new label are acts such as Arc De Soleil<\/strong> (Swedish multi-instrumentalist), Social House <\/strong>(songwriter-producers with credits on songs by Ariana Grande and Lil Yachty), Pauza<\/strong> (Cuban electronic duo), Roi Turbo<\/strong> (rising artist), Devault<\/strong> (DJ known for his collaborations with DJ Snake) and Not3s<\/strong> (a UK-based Afrobeats artist). <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cOur goal at Maison Records is to create culturally significant currents around our artists,\u201d said co-founder Simon Kessler. \u201cWe aim to add value to their careers in ways that go beyond what we see others doing. From hands on A&R, bespoke marketing and touring, to brand-building, synchronization and partnerships, we believe that every facet of an artist\u2019s journey is critical to their growth, and we know we have the ability to make a difference for our roster through this all-encompassing approach.\u201d<\/p>\n

Maison Records is joined by seasoned executive Maya Michaelian<\/strong>, who will lead the marketing efforts, and the Maison Arts A&R team, including Livia Piomelli and Arielle Tindel, will also play a key role in shaping the label\u2019s vision and artist roster. Maison Records has partnered with The Orchard for global distribution services.<\/p>\n

\n\tUnder its publishing house, Maison has released music from such artists as PartyNextDoor and Drake, Shaboozey, Suki Waterhouse and Danny Ocean. <\/p>\n

\n\t+ Universal Music Latino<\/strong> has signed Brokix<\/strong>, a Latin alternative urban pop band. Hailing from Cali, Colombia, the all-male trio is inspired by \u201990s and early 2000s punk, delivering a sound that blends trap, rock and reggaeton.<\/p>\n

\n\tAngel Kaminsky, president of Universal Music Latino, said: \u201c\u201cIt\u2019s a dream come true to welcome Brokix to UML, the new generation of alternative urban pop artists from Colombia. We are proud to have them join us in this journey together in the development of their incredible talent and vision.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\t+ Music licensing company Chordal<\/strong> has launched InstantClear<\/strong>, a \u201cpre-cleared, patent-pending licensing system\u201d that aims to let co-rights holders approve their shares in advance. Boasting partners like Primary Wave, Reservoir Media, Nettwerk, Mad Decent and more, Chordal\u2019s InstantClear system delivers pre-cleared catalogs for buyers \u201cat the click of a button,\u201d and can open up a one-stop licensing experience for music supply.<\/p>\n

\n\tIt also supports automated, custom legal agreements and streamlined payments and does not require rights holders to pre-assign algorithmic pricing to their songs. <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cWith InstantClear\"\u2122\", we\u2019re giving rights holders more control while unlocking new opportunities for music licensing at scale,\u201d said Grayson Sanders, CEO of Chordal. \u201cFor years, we\u2019ve been building the infrastructure for a more efficient, transparent licensing process, and over the past two years, we\u2019ve seen firsthand how much demand there is for a better solution. This next step ensures that both the music industry and content creators have a smarter, faster way to connect\u2014without the friction that has traditionally slowed down licensing.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\t+ Film producer Eric Groth<\/strong> (Ethan Hawke\u2019s \u201cWildcat\u201d) and writer-director Andrew Hyatt<\/strong> (\u201cPaul, Apostle of Christ\u201d from Sony Pictures) of Sacred Arthouse<\/strong> and Zach Dasher<\/strong> and Korie Robertson<\/strong> of Tread Lively<\/strong> (\u201cThe Blind\u201d and \u201cDuck Dynasty: The Revival\u201d) have announced a new film. \u201cForever And Ever, Amen.\u201d The film observes the life of musician Randy Travis<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

\n\tHyatt is set to direct his own script, with Travis and his wife Mary Travis executive producing, alongside musician Clay Walker. \u201cForever And Ever, Amen\u201d marks the first film for Sacred Arthouse.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cForever And Ever, Amen\u201d is currently being cast by Anne McCarthy, Kellie Roy, and Morgan Robbins at Engine Casting. Travis will be played by three actors of different ages. Walker will play Travis in his 40s and 50s in addition to serving as executive producer.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cWe\u2019ve been approached many times through the years about doing a movie\u2026 but the timing or team has never felt quite as good as it feels right now,\u201d said Travis. \u201cWith Clay on our side, and the creative direction he and the producers have, I feel good about telling my story through this medium.\u201d <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cRandy Travis is the voice of a generation and one of the greatest country singers of all time. I am truly honored to be a part of this project, and cannot believe I get to play one of my heroes,\u201d added Walker.<\/p>\n

\n\t+ SailGP<\/strong>, an international sailing competition, has partnered with Roc Nation Sports International<\/strong> to appoint DJ Khaled<\/strong> their chief hype officer for U.S. events.<\/p>\n

\n\t Khaled will participate in SailGP\u2019s 2025 Season through a social media partnership with SailGP and Roc Nation Sports International, \u201cdriving awareness for the growing global racing championship and tapping into younger, mainstream audiences,\u201d per a press release. <\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cI\u2019m excited to join the SailGP team and further show the world how incredible the sport of sailing is! I\u2019ve always had an affinity for water sports as a native of South Florida, and I\u2019m looking forward to bringing my own experience to the team, taking it to the next level,\u201d said Khaled. \u201cThis is a great opportunity to work alongside a remarkable group of people and take part in exciting races. Let\u2019s Go Sailing!\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tRoc Nation Sports International Chief Marketing Officer Robert Simpkins said: \u201cAt Roc Nation Sports International, we thrive at the intersection of sport and culture, so bringing DJ Khaled\u2019s energy to the high-adrenaline world of SailGP is the perfect fusion. This partnership is all about excitement, both on and off the water. We can\u2019t wait to make waves together.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n\tRyan Tedder<\/a><\/strong> has inked a global publishing agreement with Runner Music<\/strong>, a publishing company co-founded by Tedder in partnership with Ron Laffitte and Andrew Sparkler. While Tedder, certainly one of the most publishing-savvy songwriters in the business<\/a>, continues to operate as a co-founder of Runner, he makes a distinct move in signing with his own company for representation. He was previously with Sony Music Publishing.<\/p>\n

\n\tAfter establishing its roots in 2023, Runner Music has cultivated a roster that includes Tyler Spry (co-wrote Bad Bunny\u2019s \u201cDtMF\u201d), Grant Boutin (co-wrote and co-produced on Tate McRae\u2019s \u201cSo Close To What\u201d) and Ben Johnson (Jelly Roll co-writer), among others.<\/p>\n

\n\tTedder said, \u201cSigning to Runner feels like the culmination of a dream I\u2019ve had for years \u2014 not just about music, but about finding the right people to make it all come to life. With Amanda Hill, Andrew Sparkler [pictured above with Tedder] and the team they\u2019ve assembled by my side, I\u2019ve got a community of music-obsessed operators that share the same vision, passion, and relentless drive. I\u2019m blown away with what Runner has accomplished in such a short period of time and I\u2019m ecstatic about what\u2019s to come. My first gig in the music industry at 19 was working for a publishing company in Nashville, I never dreamed one day I\u2019d be signing to my own.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tTedder\u2019s recent chart domination includes viral hits with McRae such as \u201cGreedy,\u201d \u201cExes,\u201c \u2018It\u2019s Ok, I\u2019m Ok,\u2019 and \u201cSports Car,\u201d as well as the Grammy-winning collaboration \u201cII Most Wanted,\u201d performed by Beyonc\u00e9 and Miley Cyrus. Additionally, Tedder\u2019s work with David Guetta on \u201cI Don\u2019t Wanna Wait\u201d features OneRepublic, with Tedder as the lead vocalist, followed by \u201cRun It,\u201d a collaboration between Tedder, Guetta and Jelly Roll for \u201cSonic 3.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n\tPictured above (L-R): Amanda Hill, Ryan Tedder, Andrew Sparkler<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\n\t+ Rancho Humilde<\/strong>, a Mexican-American recording label, has announced its first feature film, \u201cClika,\u201d produced by CEO Jimmy Humilde<\/strong> and directed by Michael Greene<\/strong>. \u201cClika\u201d will be released in theaters on August 15, 2025, by Columbia Pictures<\/strong> and Sony Music Vision<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\n\tHumilde, in partnership with Jose \u201cJB\u201d Becerra<\/strong> and Roque \u201cRocky\u201d Venegas<\/strong>, envisioned \u201cClika\u201d to follow an aspiring musician\u2019s fight to preserve his family\u2019s Mexican-American legacy. The film is executive directed by Humilde with director Greene, and executive produced by Humilde, Venegas, Becerra, and the star of the film, Jaydee, alongside producer Sean McBride.<\/p>\n

\n\tSanford Panitch, president of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group, said: \u201cJimmy is a visionary producer whose groundbreaking approach has reshaped the sound of Mexican music. Now, his significant contributions in the world of music open the door for new voices, new kinds of stories, and new movie stars. We are thrilled to partner with Sony Music Latin to release his first feature film Clika.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tRancho Humilde has helped to launch such acts as Fuerza Regida, Junior H, Natanael Cano and more.<\/p>\n

\n\tAlex Gallardo, president of Sony Music U.S. Latin, added: \u201cWe are very excited to be part of this film alongside Rancho Humilde and Sony Pictures. Jimmy Humilde is a visionary who has revolutionized Mexican culture, and CLIKA is the first film born from his vision and creative drive. From the moment we first learned about the project, we knew we wanted to be a part of it and that Columbia Pictures was the ideal partner to bring it to life.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tHumilde said, \u201cThis film paves the way for a whole new era of opportunity and representation for Mexican American creators in Hollywood. We\u2019ve been grinding in the background, but now we\u2019re stepping into the spotlight, ready to show the world what we\u2019re really about. This moment changes the game, not just for us, but for the next generation and everyone who\u2019s ever felt like they didn\u2019t have a seat at the table. We\u2019re not just part of the conversation anymore \u2014 we\u2019re leading it. This is just the beginning.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\t+ See Tickets US<\/strong>, a ticketing partner for independent venues and promoters, has rebranded to Eventim<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

\n\tFollowing its acquisition by CTS Eventim Group in June 2024, the transition aims to \u201cstrengthen the company\u2019s position in the U.S. market by offering enhanced ticketing solutions and greater opportunities for promoters and venues while ensuring continuity for its valued clients,\u201d per a press release.<\/p>\n

\n\tAlongside the rebranding, Eventim announces several new and continuing partnerships that further strengthen its commitment to live events, including:<\/p>\n

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