The Syndicate Hires Industry Vet Billy Burrs As SVP/Artist Development & Global Commerce

Billy Burrs (credit: Mindy Tucker)

THE SYNDICATE names BILLY BURRS as SVP/Artist Development & Global Commerce. In the newly created role, BURRS will be promoting artists through all pillars of THE SYNDICATE's services from radio, digital, marketing, street and PR as well as expanding international opportunities and engaging with digital service providers.

Previously, BURRS was part of start-up with LYOR COHEN and KEVIN LILES in launching 300 ENTERTAINMENT, where he spent five years as Head Of Promotion, contributing to major campaigns by FETTY WAP, HIGHLY SUSPECT, CHEAT CODES, YOUNG THUG, MEG MYERS, and MEG MAC. Prior to 300, BURRS spent 15 years at RCA RECORDS, where he was SVP/Rock Music and played an integral role in breaking THE STROKES, RAY LAMONTAGNE, DAVID GRAY, FOO FIGHTERS, and KINGS OF LEON, amongst others. 

“It’s an honor for a respected friend like BILL to be joining our family," said SYNDICATE partner JON LANDMAN. "He’s already been a major part of our company history, and we’re so excited to be building our future together.”  

BURRS added, "I’ve been friends with JON for 15 years and used THE SYNDICATE exclusively throughout my career. The passion, integrity and tenacity of their team always inspired me and it's an honor to join the family. There’s a great energy and I look forward to offering my own promotion and DSP expertise."

Hit up BILLY B at bb@thesyn.com.

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