Lucas Thomas-Shaw, former senior vice president of the U.S. division of Japanese entertainment conglomerate Avex, has announced the launch of a new record label, SANA.
Based in Los Angeles, Sana It is a joint venture between. sony music Artist and label services company santa annaindependent record label listen to the children and Thomas Shaw himself.
Described as a “cutting-edge boutique music company,” SANA aims to serve emerging artists with the support and resources of major labels.
Thomashow brings a wealth of experience to SANA, having previously founded and built Avex’s frontline label. SeleneWe have signed and developed artists such as: Sadie Jean and austin george. Under his leadership, SELENE achieved remarkable success, including his Sadie Jean single being certified gold. Wide now?.
Beyond nurturing artists, Thomas Shaw played an important role. Avexoverall strategy and operations.He was instrumental in the development and marketing of the girl group. XG and supervised S10 Publishing joint venture (includes signature below) jasper harris, herbs and Sincere.
Additionally, Thomas Shaw played a key role in the launch of Avex. blue suede recordA record label established in partnership with tick tock Star Ali Elkinsand in the management of Avex. $25 million Venture fund.
The partnership with Santa Ana will drive SANA’s distribution, marketing and promotion, with LISTEN TO THE KIDS’ A&R and marketing teams contributing to SANA’s strategic direction and label development.
Santa Ana was founded in January of this year. tod moskvitsfounder of alamo recordsled by ex geffen records general manager Lee Lulu, currently the current president of Alamo Records. Alamo was acquired by Sony in 2021 in a “nine-figure” deal.
Within a short period of time, Santa Anna started a record label and expanded its reach. Record of a wonderful day In cooperation with Valorin Diazformer Vice President of A&R at Interscope Records, has a distribution agreement with LISTEN TO THE KIDS.
LISTEN TO THE KIDS was founded in 2020 by CEO conor ambroseWe have contracts with artists such as . Yate, alexander 23and Ericdor.The label also manages writers/producers on the Billboard Hot 100. Omar Fedi.
“We are very excited to be partnering with two great labels and teams.”
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Lucas Thomas-Shaw said: “We are very excited to be partnering with two great labels and teams. Conor and LISTEN TO THE KIDS are innovative organizations whose ideals align with his SANA philosophy.
“Todd and Lee are building something very unique in Santa Ana. Their team is inspired by how quickly and strategically they move.”
“Lucas has an entrepreneurial spirit and we are impressed with everything he has built at Avex.”
Todd Moskvits and Lee Luleux
Todd Moskowitz and Lee Luleux added: “Lucas has an entrepreneurial spirit and we are impressed with everything he has built at Avex.
“We are excited to partner with SANA to bring power behind the next generation of up-and-coming artists.”
“Lucas’ out-of-the-box thinking and creative approach to the music industry makes him a great partner as we build our new label.”
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Conor Ambrose said: “Lucas’ out-of-the-box thinking and creative approach to the music industry made him a great partner for us in launching our new label.”world music business