We spoke with Sandra Nettleton, our Director of Licensing and Royalties at CMRRA, about reaching the 30 year milestone working at CMRRA and the changes she’s witnessed along the way. Congratulations on your 30 year milestone! You’ve witnessed the transition from paper statements to electronic files, what is the most significant development that you’ve been […]
PROFILE – Abby North: advocacy, allyship and the legacy of Unchained Melody
by Jonathan Dekel As the founder of Unchained Melody Publishing LLC, Abby North has unique insight into the value of one of the most popular entries in the American songbook. Written by noted film composer Alex North (Abby’s father-in-law) and Tin Pan Alley lyricist Hy Zaret for an otherwise unremarkable 1955 prison film, “Unchained Melody” […]
PROFILE Kobalt EVP Bob Bruderman navigates music publishing’s digital disruption
Kobalt’s Executive Vice President of Global Digital Partnerships Bob Bruderman knew the tide was turning. After eleven years at Sony Music Entertainment, mostly spent in publishing and navigating complex digital deals, it was clear the industry was on the brink of disruption.
In House – Julie Dix
Julie Dix – Mechanical Licensing and Tariff Coordinator, CMRRA You work in licensing, specifically with the major labels, I’ve heard that your day-to-day could be described as a bridge – could you explain what your week looks like at CMRRA? I definitely do feel like a bridge between the major labels and our publisher clients. […]
