Sony Music Publishing – in partnership with producer Sounwave – has signed producer, engineer and multi-instrumentalist MTech to a global publishing deal. The agreement covers catalogue and future songs.
Matthew Bernard, aka MTech, recently contributed across six tracks on Kendrick Lamar’s album GNX, which hit No.1 in the UK and US. His credits on GNX include Luther featuring SZA, which is currently at No.1 on the Hot 100, as well as Squabble Up, which also reached the summit in the US.
MTech said: “Navigating to this point in my journey hasn’t been easy. Life can tear you down but I’m evidence that faith and love will get you through. I’m really just glad to be here and grateful to Sounwave for the opportunity.”
Sounwave said: “When someone as talented as Matt has the incredible work ethic that he does, you get the kind of results that you're seeing. I knew from day one Matt was a superstar and will be one of the biggest producers in the world."
Lauren Munroe, Sony Music Publishing manager, creative A&R, said: “MTech’s exceptional talent is truly inspiring to be around, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with him. We’re honoured to welcome MTech to the Sony Music Publishing family alongside the visionary Sounwave and excited for the incredible music ahead.”
LA-born MTech’s credits also include a placement on Kendrick Lamar’s Euphoria, as well as contributions across Kali Uchis’ Orquídeas and placements on Blxst’s I’ll Always Come Find You.
Jordan Burg, founder, Minerva Group and manager of Sounwave, said: "We knew Sony would be an incredible partner for MTech, and we are beyond faithful that Lauren will help us execute the creative vision we have for him."
Gary Biddy, MTech’s manager, said: “For me, this is a full-circle dream come true. To see Sounwave – who believed in me early on – now team up with MTech, who I believed in since high school, is one of the best things that’s ever happened.”
PHOTO: (L-R) Katie Welle, Sounwave, MTech, Gary Biddy, Jordan Burg, Lauren Munroe (Photo Credit: Alexis Bonilla – @visionaryyy_lex)
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