Executive Turntable: Lawyer Who Advised on BMG-Concord Deal Joins Nixon Peabody; THE·TEAM Adds Teammates
This week's column also includes hires, promotions and other executive moves at Virgin Music Group, Version III, Tape Room Music and Hey Now Records.
Nixon Peabody, a global law firm, has added Matt Finkelstein as a partner and head of its music practice. Finkelstein, previously with ArentFox Schiff, specializes in handling transactions and copyright matters for record labels, music publishers, artists, songwriters, catalog investors, and concert venues. He recently advised BMG in its merger with Concord and has extensive experience with catalog and royalty stream deals for renowned artists such as the Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Simon & Garfunkel, the Pointer Sisters, and John Legend.
Finkelstein also represented Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones in advocating for artist royalty rights before the U.S. Copyright Office in 2023. The firm's co-leader, Dan Rys Nic Mayne, stated that Finkelstein's arrival strengthens Nixon Peabody's music capabilities and enhances its service to clients across the music ecosystem, particularly as they navigate new technologies and revenue streams.
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