PPL are sponsors of the Administrator of the Year category and next week’s British Music Business Awards.
The award, known as The Forbsie, is a special one not only because it celebrates an oft-overlooked hero of the A&R multiverse, but also because it is named after the much respected and missed EMI’s A&R Administrator Ashley Forbes Named after Ashley Forbes.
The industry’s most enjoyable night of the year takes place on the evening of November 5th at the Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden, London.
“A&R Administrators play a vital role in helping ensure tracks are accurately recorded and tagged, allowing organizations like PPL to successfully pay our performers and sound recording rights holders.”
Kate Reilly, chief membership and people officer at PPL, said: “There is a huge focus on data and the role it plays in ensuring performers and recording rights owners are paid for their creative work.
That’s why we were delighted to support A&R Administrators in winning the award, as they play a vital role in helping to ensure tracks are accurately recorded and tagged, allowing organizations like PPL to successfully pay our performers and recording rights holders. “
Other awards at the event include Major Label of the Year, Manager of the Year and Publisher of the Year, as well as high-profile accolades such as the Icon Award and the Sir George Martin Award. There will also be some very exciting special guests. Finalists for all categories have been announced.
The British Music Business Awards are now sold out.global music business
