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Daily Edit | May 30
Bess Atwell, Proper and Firebird team up, Amazon Music's new director of AI innovation, and a look at Napster's impact 25 years later
Bess Atwell
“Everyone Who’s Not In Love With You Is Wrong”
Self
5 / 30 / 2024
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UK-based music distributor Proper Distribution has announced a new partnership with Firebird Music Holdings. The deal will see Firebird’s network of labels and artist management companies benefit from Proper’s real-time performance analytics, expedited royalty payments, promotional support, and distribution.
Former Virgin Records chairman/ceo Matt Serletic has been appointed as Amazon Music’s director of AI innovation and interactive experiences. “I’m excited to reimagine how people connect with music in the age of AI! Please reach out if you’d like to explore potential opportunities or ideas together.”
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