One Liners: John Legend, Asiatic Records, Headie One, more

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DEALSAsiatic Records, a Warner Music Asia label, has made its first move into the Mongolian market by signing Mrs M, a key player in the country’s hip hop scene. “Mongolia has always had a great hip hop scene”, she says. “It’s a small country, but I believe our music can connect with a much wider audience”.————————————————–APPOINTMENTSWarner Music Canada has appointed Julia Hummel, previously with Amazon Music, to the new role of VP Digital Strategy & Business Development. “It’s an inspiring time in the industry and I’m enthusiastic about helping our artists tap into the wealth of opportunities that are emerging daily for them to tell their stories and connect with fans in new ways”, says she.————————————————–LABELS & PUBLISHERSSony Music is launching an outpost of its RCA Records label in China. “Continuing RCA Records’ heritage as a world-class label”, says the major, “RCA Records Greater China will help artists grow their fanbase within the region and capitalise on Sony Music’s extensive network of creative talent to explore international collaborations and releases for artists who are geared towards a global audience”.

Fun times.————————————————–RELEASESJohn Legend has released ‘Dope’, featuring JID. “I’m so THRILLED to be releasing new music”, he says. “The past year or so has been so exciting for me creatively.

I have been writing and collaborating with some of the most talented people in music, and we have some great new material to share with the world. ‘Dope’ is one of my favourites”.Headie One has released new track ‘22 Carats’, featuring Gazo.Aitch has announced that his new album, ‘Closer To Home’, will be out on 19 Aug.