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HYBE America has entered a new distribution partnership with So So Def Recordings, the label founded by Jermaine Dupri. So So Def and HYBE America are expected to begin rolling out new music under the deal in the coming months, including both legacy releases and brand-new signings.
The deal gives So So Def access to HYBE America’s full distribution and marketing infrastructure, allowing the label to reintroduce its catalog and launch new artists. So So Def is responsible for launching and producing such acts as Usher, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, Nelly, Bow Wow, Da Brat, Jagged Edge, Xscape, and most recently, Muni Long.
The partnership is described as “a deeply personal full-circle moment” for Scooter Braun, CEO of HYBE America, who began his career under Dupri’s mentorship at So So Def.
“Everything I learned about the music business started with Jermaine,” said Braun. “He gave me my first shot when I was just a kid with a dream. I was blessed to witness genius up close — and now, years later, it’s an honor to return to where it all began and stand beside him as a partner.”
“This isn’t just a business move — this is family,” said Dupri. “Watching Scooter build what he has built has made me incredibly proud. He learned the game inside So So Def, and now he’s in a position to open doors the way I once opened them for him. That’s what legacy is about.”
“Jermaine Dupri isn’t just a legend — he’s one of the greatest producers and executives of all time,” Braun added. “He changed the sound of a generation. This deal is about giving him the modern tools and reach his legacy deserves, and making sure the next generation hears what the last one already knows: Jermaine Dupri is a giant.”
+ Sony Music Publishing UK today announced the promotion of Sarah Gabrielli to head of A&R. She will continue to be based out of the company’s London office, reporting to president and co-managing director, SMP UK and Senior VP of International, David Ventura.
In her elevated role, Gabrielli be responsible for leading SMP UK’s A&R team, advancing creative strategy and expanding opportunities for songwriters in the UK and beyond.
Gabrielli said, “I’m incredibly excited to step into the role of Head of A&R. It’s an honour to lead such a talented team and to continue championing the incredible songwriters who make this job so inspiring. Huge thanks to Tim and David for their trust and support – I’m grateful for the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of SMP UK. And, of course, to our amazing roster of writers, who make everything we do possible. I can’t wait to build even more success together.”
Gabrielli’s signings include Artemas, Beabadoobee, Cian Ducrot, Jim Legxacy, Joe Rubel, DAMEXDAME, Jo Caleb and Jordan Rakei. She also works closely with the likes of Two Inch Punch, Sad Night Dynamite, Tom Mann, Lil Silva, Sigrid, Sampha, Arlo Parks and more.
Ventura said, “Sarah is a great leader who has exemplified excellence during her 8 years with the company. A true A&R, Sarah has unlimited passion for talent and it has been a joy to watch her growth at SMP. This next stage in Sarah’s career feels like a natural progression, with her recent track record of success speaking for itself. Sarah now takes the reigns of our UK A&R team, where we have no doubt she will shine, bringing her determined focus on songwriter service and the importance of camaraderie amongst her colleagues (plus a sprinkle of ‘French-ness’) to the role. We have complete trust that Sarah will blossom in this new role and are all excited for her success.”
+ The All Things Go Festival has expanded from a two to three-day event set for Sept. 26 – 28. The 11th edition of the fest will return to Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD, and Forest Hills Stadium in New York. A lineup will be revealed in the coming months.
