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Executive Turntable: Columbia Records Names Corey ‘C-Notes’ Calder Head of Urban Music Marketing

Eitara Shibasaki has been named chief business officer of Warner Music Japan and more music industry hires and promotions.

Columbia Records has appointed Corey "C-Notes" Calder as the senior vice president of marketing and head of urban music marketing. Calder, who previously worked at Warner Records, Apple, Beats Music, and the Los Angeles Clippers, has also collaborated with notable artists such as YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Kevin Gates. Calder joined Artist Partner Group (APG) as senior vice president of marketing and creative.

He was recognized on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players list in 2023. Reflecting on his new role, Calder stated that "Black music is the lifeblood of culture and the soundtrack to people's lives," adding that he is excited to contribute to Columbia's legacy of iconic talent. Erika Alfredson, executive vice president and head of marketing for Columbia Records, expressed excitement about Calder's addition to the team, highlighting his expertise in audience development, digital strategy, and his ability to connect artists with culture.

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