Asylum Records Relaunched In U.S. With Kenny Weagly Named President

Back In The USA

WARNER MUSIC GROUP (WMG) has relaunched its iconic ASYLUM RECORDS label in the U.S. The label’s new incarnation is headed by long-time WMG executive KENNY WEAGLY, who has been named President. In addition, GRAMMY-winning producer DANTE ROSS has been named SVP/A&R.

“ASYLUM was founded with artistic freedom as its guiding principle,” said WEAGLY, “and the new ASYLUM expands on that ideal by believing in and supporting our artists’ visions for their music, as well as when and how they want to release it. Our mantra is nimbleness and flexibility – the ability to tailor-make deals, from singles projects to multi-album careers – for original artists across a spectrum of genres.” 

WMG CEO/Recorded Music MAX LOUSADA, said, “We’re committed to encouraging entrepreneurship and nurturing diverse musical cultures within the WMG family. ASYLUM is one of the most revered brands in the music industry, and by relaunching it in the U.S. as a label that’s all about musical independence and flexibility, we are opening another avenue for fresh, innovative artistry to thrive.”

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