Lasso signs with WK Entertainment; Fat Beats hires Chris Atlas

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Latin Grammy winner lasso has signed an exclusive management contract with WK EntertainmentThis includes a comprehensive 360-degree deal led by Andres Gomez, who will support Lasso on a global level with touring, brand partnership strategies, A&R, marketing and more.

Lasso has also announced his first 15-date US tour, “Quedarse Solo Para Siempre,” promoted by Live Nation, which will kick off in San Francisco on September 11th and then move on to major cities such as Los Angeles, Miami, New York and more.

At the same time as unveiling his tour, Lasso announced his fifth studio album, which will be released this fall on Universal Music Mexico.

In the picture above (from left to right): Andres Gomez, Lasso and Walter Kolm.

+ Rostrum Pacific has tapped Chris Atlas lead Fat beatsa music distributor and retail brand.

Atlas will lead the brand as President, overseeing business development and marketing, building industry relationships, expanding market presence and identifying new growth opportunities.

Atlas has held key positions at Tommy Boy Records, Cornerstone Promotion, Def Jam Recordings and Warner Records. Since starting at Fat Beats, he has recruited artists such as Talib Kweli, Large Professor, Pete Rock, Rsonist and others.

“Chris Atlas is someone we have admired for many years, and having him join Fat Beats as President during this important period of Rostrum Pacific’s growth is beyond exciting. He brings incredible leadership, vision, insight and experience. I can’t think of a better person to lead this great company and continue to build on its legacy,” said Jonathan Partch, COO of Rostrum Pacific. “With Chris at the helm, we are putting our great partners in the best position for success.”

+ Josephine Teresa joined Warner Records as Senior Vice President of A&R Administration.

Joseph was previously Head of Label Operations at Se LaVi/Rebel Music. Based in Los Angeles, he reports to Karen Kwak, Executive VP/Head of A&R, and works closely with Julian Petty, Executive VP/Head of Business and Legal Affairs.

Kwak said, “I have known Terese for many years, starting from our Island Def Jam days in New York. She is a well-respected and knowledgeable player in the field, playing an integral role in bringing hugely successful projects to life for music legends and newcomers alike. I am sure she will be an invaluable asset to our A&R team and creative community, and I look forward to welcoming her fresh perspective and energy.”

+ Downtown distributor FUGA has entered into new global distribution and marketing alliances with two international indie labels. The company has joined forces with Record manufacturera Paris-based label founded in 2000 (whose members include Sébastien Tellier, Kavinsky and Dita Von Teese), together with Potion RecordsFounded in 2014 by Belgian DJ and producer The Magician (Stephen Fasano).

Record Makers was originally formed to release Air’s soundtrack for Sofia Coppola’s 1999 film The Virgin Suicides. They have also worked with Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo (Daft Punk), John Carpenter, Arthur Verocai, MGMT, The Weeknd, MF DOOM and others.

Through the partnership, Record Makers and Potion will benefit from FUGA’s services for worldwide distribution, marketing, digital accounts and synchronization licenses.

+ STYNGR And Warner Music Group have joined forces to launch a new music product: “Batteries”, Roblox developer community.

STYNGR is launching two classes of batteries that can be purchased for time-based listening using Roblox’s digital currency: Single Listening Batteries, which provide players with weekly updated radio stations with select songs, and Party Batteries, which provide the same functionality plus enable social listening sessions for up to four players in the same game. With these music listening offerings, STYNGR and Warner Music Group are creating monetized opportunities for artists and songwriters, allowing them to reach new listeners and retain existing fans.