UMG appoint Francisca Goncalves as Senior Vice President, Global Head of Sync, Classics, Jazz & Screen - the first of its kind position within UMG’s sync operations, bridging publishing and records.

Bernie Taupin has been recognised with the Trustees Award from the Recording Academy, recognising his profound influence as a lyricist and creative force in popular music.

UMPG songwriters, artists, producers and composers were recognized with multiple GRAMMY wins this year, including the “Big Three” of Album, Song and Record of the Year.

Billboard Magazine have named Universal Music Publishing Group Chairman & CEO Jody Gerson their Executive of the Decade.

UMPG and NWS Music Group sign songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Zach Nahome - one of the most in-demand creative forces in the UK music scene.

Taylor Swift, Alanis Morissette, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley (Kiss) and Kenny Loggins are all amongst this year’s honorees. 

The nominees for the 2026 Oscars have been announced, with UMPG composers and songwriters receiving nominations in both the Original Score and Original Song categories.

UMPG songwriters, artists, producers and composers delivered an outstanding showing, earning 99 nominations across 50 categories.

Universal Music Publishing Group today announce multidisciplinary talent Idris Elba has extended his exclusive, global publishing agreement. 

Jody Gerson received The International Executive Of The Year award at the 2025 Music Business UK Awards, presented by the founder of MBW, Tim Ingham.

UMP Classics & Screen sign award-winning composer, producer and artist Daniel Lopatin - a singular voice in contemporary music, best known under the moniker Oneohtrix Point Never.

UMPG sign buzzing global talent The Marías - known for their dreamy fusion of alternative, psychedelic rock, jazz and Latin - to an exclusive, worldwide music publishing agreement.