Sony Music Publishing has renewed its exclusive worldwide publishing agreement with UK artist and songwriter Daecolm.
The deal renews the company’s long-established partnership with Daecolm, which began in 2016, and covers his existing catalogue and future recordings.
In 2024, Daecolm achieved global success with the international hit I Adore You alongside Hugel. The single charted in the Top 20 across multiple European territories and has amassed over 420 million streams on Spotify.
Daecolm has worked across a wide range of genres including dance, Afrobeat, afropop, amapiano, R&B, and more. As both a songwriter and performing artist, he has collaborated with big names in global music, including Wizkid, Arya Starr, Chris Brown, J Balvin, Ty Dolla $ign, Anitta, Mario, Alok and more.
In 2025, Daecolm continued his momentum with major collaborations, including Think Of Me with Hugel, David Guetta and Kehlani, as well as the June release of 99 featuring Olamide, Seyi Vibez, Asake and Young Jonn.
His latest single, Barry Wonder with Bees & Honey, 10.93 & Ruger, was released on October 17.
The world is really recognising the power of his incredible voice and songwriting
David Ventura
Daecolm said: “This new chapter with SMP represents more than just a deal, it’s a shared commitment to artistic growth and breaking new ground. I’m proud to keep building with a team that truly understands and supports my vision.”
David Ventura, president & co-managing director UK, SVP International, Sony Music Publishing, said: “It’s been amazing to see Daecolm’s success rising over recent months, it’s truly the fruit of his hard work and the world is really recognising the power of his incredible voice and songwriting. Adore You with Hugel was the summer hit of 2024 but has carried on through to summer 2025.”
ZaZa Kazadi and Adrienne Bookbinder, Sony Music Publishing UK A&R directors, said: “Daecolm is an incredible talent with a genuine passion for his craft. He continues to impress us with his work ethic and constant evolution as an artist and writer. We’re excited to stand alongside him, and it’s a privilege to be on the journey together.”
PHOTO: (L-R) ZaZa Kazadi (Director A&R SMP UK), Daecolm, Megan Fitzsimons (Senior A&R Manager SMP UK), David Ventura (President & Co-Managing Director SMP UK, SVP International), Chris K (Ink Nero Management)
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