{"id":58920,"date":"2026-03-10T18:09:55","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T18:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/site.itshrt.com\/hiphopmagizine\/warner-chappell-music-appointments-edward-matthew-to-vp-international-ar-head-of-creative-scandinavia\/"},"modified":"2026-03-10T18:09:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T18:09:55","slug":"warner-chappell-music-appointments-edward-matthew-to-vp-international-ar-head-of-creative-scandinavia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/site.itshrt.com\/hiphopmagizine\/warner-chappell-music-appointments-edward-matthew-to-vp-international-ar-head-of-creative-scandinavia\/","title":{"rendered":"Warner Chappell Music Appointments Edward Matthew to VP International A&#038;R, Head of Creative, Scandinavia."},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-6606220950177433\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- ItShrt Hip Hop Magizine News -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6606220950177433\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9431463036\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Lilly Raye Music founder and entrepreneur to bolster Warner Chappell Music\u2019s international songwriting network and its A&amp;R strategy<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Warner Chappell Music (WCM), the global music publishing arm of Warner Music Group (WMG), today announced the appointment of music executive and entrepreneur Edward Matthew to its International A&amp;R team as VP, International A&amp;R and Head of Creative, WCM Scandinavia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Based in Stockholm, Matthew will report to Shani Gonzales (Managing Director, WCM UK &amp; Head of International A&amp;R) and Lars Karlsson, Managing Director, WCM Scandinavia. In his dual role, he will bring his extensive cross-border expertise and entrepreneurial vision to WCM\u2019s global creative operations. Matthew will focus on driving international collaborations, leveraging his bridge-builder reputation to connect WCM\u2019s roster with opportunities across WMG\u2019s expansive global network.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-63226\" alt=\"\" width=\"633\" height=\"648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp.jpg 633w, https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp-293x300.jpg 293w, https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp-147x150.jpg 147w, https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp-600x614.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 633px) 100vw, 633px\" src=\"https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-63226\" src=\"https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"633\" height=\"648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp.jpg 633w, https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp-293x300.jpg 293w, https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp-147x150.jpg 147w, https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wcm-vp-600x614.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 633px) 100vw, 633px\"\/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Since relocating from the U.S. to Sweden, Matthew has become a pivotal figure in Europe\u2019s creative scene. In 2019, he founded Lilly Raye Music, which has collaborated with WCM in a highly successful JV since 2019. The publishing and management company has become a powerhouse for songwriter development, bridging the gap between Scandinavian talent and the global stage. Last year, through Matthew\u2019s leadership, Lilly Raye Music earned three GRAMMY nominations, achieved more than 10 Swedish No. 1s, and collaborated with global talent, such as BANKS, <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/tag\/doechii\/\"><strong>Doechii<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rapindustry.com\/tag\/glorilla\/\"><strong>GloRilla<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, and FLO.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Guy Moot, Co-Chair and CEO, Warner Chappell Music, said, \u201cEdward is a rare talent who truly understands the fluidity of the global music scene. He has an incredible ability to identify world-class creative talent and provide them with the infrastructure to scale globally. We\u2019ve seen what he\u2019s built with Lilly Raye, and bringing his sharp A&amp;R instincts and entrepreneurial spirit more deeply into our international A&amp;R fold is a win for our entire global roster.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Edward Matthew, VP, International A&amp;R &amp; Head of Creative, WCM Scandinavia, commented, \u201cMy mission has always been to build a creative ecosystem that empowers songwriters to transcend borders. Music is a global language, and Sweden is at the heart of that conversation. I\u2019m incredibly excited to join Guy, Lars, Shani, and the entire Chappell team to make my vision a reality and create meaningful moments for our writers and artists.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Lars Karlsson, Managing Director, WCM Scandinavia, finished: \u201cHaving worked closely with Edward through our partnership with Lilly Raye, I have seen firsthand his commitment to our songwriters and delivering the best for his team. He\u2019s deeply respected in the Nordic region and at WCM for his integrity and \u2018song-first\u2019 approach. 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