Music Industry on the Move: Mahnish Sani Joins Hybe Americas

Mahnish Sani has joined Hybe Americas in the newly created role of Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, the company announced Wednesday. In this role, she will focus on long-term growth in U.S. markets and work with the Hybe Korea strategy team. She will be based in New York and report to Hybe Americas […]

Mohnish Sunny has joined Hybe Americas in the newly created role of head of strategy and growth, the company announced on Wednesday. In this role, he will focus on long-term growth in the US markets and collaborate with Hybe Korea's strategy team. He will be based in New York and report to Isaac Lee, CEO of Hybe Americas.

Prior to joining Hybe, Sunny served as Head of Strategy and Operations for Creator Services at Amazon Entertainment. Prior to this role, he managed global digital licensing and content acquisition at YouTube Music, along with roles at Amazon Music, Kobalt Music Group and Sony Music. RELATED STORIES 'Scrubs' Writer Eric Weinberg Goes on Trial for Raping and Sexually Assaulting Seven Women Tamera Mowry-Housley Joins Season 2 of 'Scrubs' Reboot

+ UK group Adult Leisure has signed to Big Loud Rock as the band's single 'Kiss Me Like You Miss Me' hits alternative radio. Popular in Variety

The Bristol-based band said in a statement: "We are finally delighted to say that we have signed with Big Loud Rock." "Over the past few months, we've had a lot of fun getting to know everyone, talking about what's next for us, and working on what we're building together. It looks like we found the right people at the right time, and we can't wait to get started."

Big Loud co-founder and Big Loud Rock boss Joey Moy added: "It's rare to see a UK alt-indie band come together so quickly out of the gate, but the early radio support behind 'Kiss Me Like You Miss Me' says it all." "We are thrilled to officially welcome Adult Leisure to the Big Loud Rock family and can't wait to continue the momentum."

+ Revolution Music Group has appointed Alan Vollard as head of its newly established recorded music division. In this role, he will oversee all aspects of the record label's operations, including artist and repertoire, marketing and business strategy. Previously, Velard held leadership roles at Sunshine Entertainment, Wright Group, Silver Wave Records and Garden City Music.

RMG Chief Executive Officer Raymond Davies said: "Wollard is exactly the kind of leader we need right now for the Records Revolution."

Chrome Hearts singer, songwriter, actor and co-director Jesse Jo Stark has signed with WME for worldwide representation in all areas.

Stark's new album, "Muse," is out Nov. 6, followed by opening dates or performances with Post Malone, Guns N' Roses and Jane's Addiction, as well as numerous festival appearances. In addition to his work at Chrome Hearts, Stark also runs the Deadly Doll clothing line.

+ According to Musicweek, veteran music director Rebecca Allen is leaving Universal Music UK after 27 years. He will continue as a consultant at UMG.

Following the merger of EMI and Island in July 2024, Alan was appointed Head of the new Audience & Media division and was subsequently promoted to lead the newly created and "first of its kind" Chief Artist and Strategy Officer in December 2025. Previously, he was president and later chairman of EMI. As head of Decca from 2017 to 2020 - becoming the first female head of a Universal Music label in the UK.

"I am so proud of the friendships, the adventures, the lessons and the laughs, and the 27 years that have shaped me in more ways than I can possibly imagine," Allen wrote in a farewell letter to the staff at MW. "It's been quite a ride. I can't thank you all enough for being on this journey with me. Love to you all."

+ Sony Music Publishing in Colombia has signed a global catalog management deal with the estate of renowned Colombian singer, songwriter and accordionist Omar Glass, one of the most influential artists working in Vallenato music. The deal includes more than three hundred famous works written by the Latin Grammy Award-nominated songwriter, including the vallenato anthem "Cuatro Rosas" as well as classics such as "A Blanco y Negro", "Tu Hombre Soy Yo" and "Tarde lo Conocí".

"On behalf of my family and Maren Garcia, State of Omar Glass, we want to express our sincerest gratitude for opening your doors and allowing us to be a part of the Sony Music Publishing family," said Omar Glass. Thank you for making us feel at home from the first moment and for continuing to write the history of the legacy of my eternal love, a legacy that will live on in each of his songs."

"Omar Jales was not only a defining voice in Vallenato music, but one of the great songwriters of his generation," said Jorge Mejia, president and CEO of Latin America and Latin America, Sony Music Publishing. Partnering with his family to preserve, promote and expand his legacy is a true honor and ensures that his songs continue to inspire audiences around the world for generations to come.

+ The Music Publishers Association, the UK trade body representing music publishers, has appointed Faber Music CEO Richard King as its new chairman for a three-year term following a board vote. He succeeds Paulette Long OBE, who will remain a director of the MPA board after her term as chairman ends.

King, who has served as CEO of independent music publisher Faber Music since 1999, brings to the role more than 25 years of publishing leadership with experience in classical music, film and television, pop and print. He previously served as Director of MPA from 2002 to 2019 before rejoining the Board in 2022. He was Director of PRS for 18 years until 2022, Director of PRS Foundation for 9 years until 2024, and has been Director of PML since its inception in 2012. King will work alongside Peter Jackson as director of the MPA in July.

"I look forward to Paulette and the MPA executive team doing great work, especially using her experience as a music publisher to further strengthen our chapter's voice on issues that matter to members," said King. There are many things to work on. The Government's recently announced Plan for Music and the new National Music Education Program are welcome steps, but we need to ensure that these initiatives lead to meaningful and sustainable long-term change. "In a time of massive change, it's more important than ever that music publishers have a strong, unified voice."

Paul Clements, MPA Group CEO, added: "Richard has been an important voice at MPA for many years and I know he will bring fresh thinking, challenge and real ambition to the role of Chairman. Peter has made a huge impact since joining us, bringing new energy and ideas to the team and a clear vision for how we can do more for our members."

I would also like to thank Paulette for her outstanding leadership and contribution as Chair. With Richard leading the board and Peter driving MPA forward every day, we have a brilliant team in place for this next season.”