Circuit Group is a music company founded by veterans who formed a joint venture with artist management company CTRLFRK to expand its business into the UK.
As part of this initiative, circuit set appointment James Sutcliffe As CEO/President british circuit group. The experience he brings comes from sound department, Live broadcast now, Pixel Linksand monster vitalitywhere he curated partnerships with artists such as Dua Lipa, Stormzy, SZA, and Post Malone.
Sutcliffe will report to The Circuit Group’s global chief executive Dean Wilson and will continue to serve as global chief strategy officer of The Circuit Group.
Sutcliffe will also lead the joint venture CTRLFRKcalled circuit management, and co-presidents Michael Boyce. jasmine watts will serve as co-founder/VP of artist management of the joint venture.
UK-based CTRLFRK represents and develops talent including Sammy source, silk, K. Mortonz, Opidan, Lafiteand camouflageetc., while The Circuit Group is the operations management company Aita and Seven 20whose combination list includes FISHER, Chris Lake, deadmau5, Cloonee, Aluna, NERO and Ninajirachi.
Circuit Management will represent artists including VolarisGrammy nominated singer-songwriter Camden CoxDJs and producers Florian Picassoand house icon fat Tony.
Circuit Group said its expansion into the UK through CTRLFRK is part of its strategy to expand its global reach.
James Sutcliffe said: “Partnering with CTRLFRK to launch Circuit Management truly embodies what The Circuit Group stands for – empowering artists to thrive on their own terms.”
“I am honored to take on the role of CEO and President of The Circuit Group UK and excited to lead this initiative, working closely with the exceptional talent we have brought on board.”
Michael Boyce“Circuit Management is the culmination of our vision to create an environment where artists can truly succeed,” added CTRLFRK founder and co-president of Circuit Management.
“Partnering with Circuit allows us to provide a comprehensive management approach focused on artistic integrity and commercial success.”
Michael BoyceCTRLFRK
“Partnering with Circuit allows us to offer a comprehensive management approach with a focus on artistic integrity and commercial success. We are ready to make a lasting impact on the UK music landscape.
Circuit Group’s expansion into the UK comes nearly a year after the group defect Record. Under the terms of the agreement, Defected assists Circuit in its expansion into the UK, Europe and other global markets.
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