Barry Weiss named president and CEO of Island Def Jam and Universal Motown Republic Group
December 30, 2011Universal and Sony Execs Swap, but that will come out on top? Weiss comes to the group Universal Music Group label owned label RCA / JIVE, where, as president and CEO, he oversaw a list that includes Justin Timberlake, Jamie Foxx, Kelly Clarkson, Britney Spears, Kings of Leon and Jennifer Hudson. UMG chairman Lucian Grainge said in an internal memo: “Throughout his career, Barry achieved that rare balance between delicate and artistic management needs and realities of the business, is a multidimensional executive and entrepreneur, who has a deep love for a. music and incredibly successful track record in building the careers of great artists. He has the talent and commitment to help make these two great companies to new heights. “Weiss New location, headquartered in New York, puts an end rumors that the executive could be Jimmy Iovine, head of the recordings very profitable Interscope Geffen A & M and is a mentor permanent American Idol this season. Voice IDJ and Universal Motown, Weiss will oversee Universal Republic (Amy Winehouse, Owl City), Mercury Records (Duffy, Matthew Morrison) and Universal Motown (Lil Wayne, Nelly, Nicki Minaj). IGA, which is based in Los Angeles, will see its management structure concerned. Read the remainder of this entry »