On the heels of placement in BBC Radio 1’s Sound Of 2024 list, British R&B/soul star Elmiene has inked a publishing deal with Tim & Danny Music and Warner Chappell Music U.K.

The 22-year-old Oxford, England, native was discovered online singing covers and had a breakthrough with the 2021 song "Golden." Late fashion designer Virgil Abloh used the track in his final Louis Vuitton show.

Elmiene has also collaborated with Justin Timberlake, Timbaland, Stormzy and BADBADNOTGOOD and performed at the U.K.'s Glastonbury Festival in 2023. His releases to date include the EPs EL-MEAN and Marking My Time.

"The pen is my most valued weapon, and the publisher helps me sharpen it," said Elmiene. "Extremely thankful to Tim & Danny and Warner Chappell.” Added Tim & Danny Music Co-Founder Tim Blacksmith, "He exemplifies all the qualities I look for in an artist, songwriter and creative.”

Said WCM A&R honchors Amber Davis and Xavier Champagne, “It’s rare to find a voice as powerful as Elmiene’s. His music travels from R&B, soul and spoken word so effortlessly, and his authentic nature and good heart genuinely come to life in his songs."

BMG Nashville has formed a joint venture with the Jason Aldean's publishing company Triple Play Music, which he co-owns with bandmates Kurt Allison and Tully Kennedy.

The first signing under the deal is songwriter Neil Thrasher, who joins John Edwards and John Morgan on the Triple Play roster.

Thrasher is something of a household name in the Nashville songwriting community, having penned material for Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts and Reba McEntire, among many others. He has written several songs for Aldean, including the hits “Tattoos on This Town," “Fly Over States," “Night Train” and “Rearview Town."

"Jason, Kurt, and Tully are BBR Music Group/BMG family. We are thrilled to partner with Triple Play and welcome Neil Thrasher," " said BMG Creative Director Amy Hendon Scott. It is amazing to watch the creative energy between these longtime friends. The talent is unmatched, and we are proud to be on this journey with them."

Celebrating the partnership above are BMG's Chris Oglesby, Allison, Aldean, Thrasher, Kennedy, Scott and BMG's Camryn Clark.

Lex Borrero and Tainy's NEON16 has expanded its relationship with Mexican American producer and songwriter Frank Rio. NEON16 has inked Rio to a publishing deal in partnership with Ben Maddahi's UNRESTRICTED. The deal combines two of the most dynamic creative executives in music with Borrero and Maddahi's companies joining forces.

Rio has emerged as one of Latin music's most promising new architects, notably collaborating with Ivan Cornejo on his breakthrough debut, Dañado. On Cornejo's just-released album Mirada, Rio produced all 12 songs. Rio was initially discovered by Juan Pablo “JP” Victoria, NEON16’s VP/head of producer & songwriter management, who signed him for representation.

"We are so excited to welcome Frank Rio to the NEON16 family," said NEON16 CEO Borrero. "His unique sound and ability to transcend genres make him a perfect fit for our vision of pushing the boundaries of music. Partnering with lifelong friends like Ben and the team at UNRESTRICTED only strengthens our mission to bring innovative and groundbreaking music to the world."

"Frank is an extraordinary talent and an even more extraordinary human being," said Maddahi. "He has the rare ability to authentically bond with artists and co-writers to create exceptional and unique art. We're honored to represent him in partnership with Lex and his amazing team at NEON 16."