Peermusic has appointed Dave Ayers as executive vice president, A&R.
“In his role, Ayers will continue building on a legacy of signing and developing the boldest talent of the day, while helping to shape and implement creative strategy for Peermusic’s roster of artists, songwriters and producers,” said a statement.
Ayers will lead Peermusic’s East Coast contemporary creative team in New York, reporting to Jamie Cerreta, president US and Canada, Peermusic
CEO Mary Megan Peer said: “Dave’s passion for finding, developing and nurturing talent is legendary. His deep experience, creative vision and commitment to independent publishing make him a perfect fit for our team. I know our current writers and future signings will greatly benefit by working with him.”
Jamie Cerreta said: “I am so pleased to have Dave join us here at Peermusic. Dave and I have shared a long history together, and I’m so proud to carry on working with him. Dave is an extraordinary A&R man who brings exceptional taste and a unique ability to build careers time and time again. His deep devotion to his writers makes him a perfect match for what Peermusic stands for and what we want to continue to foster.”
Dave Ayers added: “I’m grateful and excited to be able to do what I do in a place that’s set a standard of bravery and excellence for nearly 100 years. It’s all about finding and supporting truly special people – singular and tireless and dedicated to creating work that connects and lasts.”
In a 40-year career, he has held roles at Twin/Tone, Capitol Records, Chrysalis and Big Deal Music Publishing, which he founded with Cerreta and others. Upon the 2020 sale of Big Deal, Ayers was named executive vice president at Hipgnosis Songs.
As a manager, music publisher and label A&R executive, Ayers has discovered and developed artists including The Jayhawks, Ween, Soul Asylum, Babes In Toyland, the Mekons, Uncle Tupelo (Wilco/Son Volt), Helmet, Sparklehorse, The Jesus Lizard, Robbie Williams, Bon Iver, the Black Keys, TV On The Radio, St Vincent, The Black Angels, Dr Dog, Nathaniel Rateliff, Kamasi Washington, Sharon Van Etten, Sylvan Esso, Pussy Riot, Amber Mark, Nick Lowe, Sleater-Kinney, Charles Bradley & Tom Brenneck, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, the Flight Of The Conchords and Pavement.
PHOTO: Kasia Walicka-Maimone
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