Exceleration Music has appointed Matt Harmon as head of rights development.
In this new role, Harmon will work with the growing list of Exceleration-owned and partner labels, which include +1 Records, Alligator, Bloodshot, Candid, Down the Road, Kill Rock Stars, Mack Avenue, SideOneDummy and Yep Roc. His remit will include supporting new release programmes and enhancing catalogue value across the company, which was founded to invest in the future of the independent sector.
Harmon spent over two decades at Beggars Group US, where he played a key role in the company’s growth. Joining in 1998 as head of sales, he rose through the ranks to become president, overseeing Matador Records, 4AD, Rough Trade, XL Recordings and Young.
At Exceleration Music, Harmon will lead label operations across the company’s portfolio, supporting labels in A&R development, marketing strategy and catalogue growth.
"Matt’s deep expertise in independent music, coupled with his proven ability to drive both creative and business success, makes him the perfect leader to guide and support our rights development activities" said Exceleration partner John Burk. "We are thrilled to welcome him to the team."
“Having dedicated my entire career to the independent music community, I am energised by the opportunity to collaborate with the talented Exceleration team and their diverse set of creative, genre-leading labels,” said Matt Harmon. “I look forward to working with the team, and to contributing to our shared success.”
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