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Warner Music Group (WMG) announced today that highly regarded music leader Cat Kreidich has been promoted to President of ADA Worldwide, WMG’s independent label and artist services arm. Kreidich, who joined ADA as EVP at the end of last year, will be based at the company’s headquarters in New York and report directly to Max Lousada, CEO, Warner Recorded Music. She succeeds Eliah Seton who, after over a decade with WMG, has taken a new role outside the company.

Warner’s many touchpoints serving the independent music community will come under Kreidich’s remit, including ADA, the Asylum label,

Warner Chappell Music, the global publishing arm of Warner Music Group, has extended its worldwide publishing agreement with multi-platinum artist and songwriter Saweetie. The powerhouse rapper – who is also signed to Warner Chappell’s sister label, Warner Records – has captured fans with anthems like “Back to the Streets” ft. Jhené Aiko, “Tap In” and “Pretty Bitch Freestyle,” along with her RIAA 2x-platinum certified hit “My Type.” In January, Saweetie released her newest single, “Best Friend” with breakout artist Doja Cat, which currently sits at No. 1 on Rhythmic radio.

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Warner Chappell Music, the global publishing arm of Warner Music Group, announced today the promotions of Katy Wolaver to Senior Vice President, A&R, and Wallace Joseph to Vice President, A&R. Over the past few years, they’ve helped to sign and develop high-profile talent like Ava Max, Summer Walker, Sasha Sloan and many more. In their new roles, they will continue to report to Ryan Press, President of A&R, U.S. and work closely with him to grow the company’s roster of legendary songwriters and producers.

Press shared: “Katy and Wallace both have an amazing ear for talent