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Warner Music Finland has acquired the catalog of unbiased report firm Skorpioni.
The indie label introduced earlier this yr that it will be ceasing operations.
The press launch saying the acquisition famous that it marks “a big transition within the native business as Warner Music Finland will now be liable for the distribution, administration, licensing, and promotion of Skorpioni’s repertoire to new audiences”.
The announcement on Thursday (July 3) added that Skorpioni “redefined what a report firm may look and sound like in Finland” and that “it leaves behind an distinctive legacy, which incorporates quite a few critically acclaimed and extensively beloved releases which have performed a central function in shaping Finland’s home music scene”.
Skorpioni’s signings over time included the likes of ibe, MELO, Turisti, DJ Ibusal, Sliki & Hamuelos, Fabe, and lots of others.
The label was identified, in response to Warner Music Finland, “for its uncompromising imaginative and prescient, courageous artist selections, and talent to carry forth new voices, lots of whom have grown into key figures of their era”.
Skorpioni mentioned in a press release: “Skorpioni has at all times been greater than only a model – it has been a imaginative and prescient and a love for music.
“We wished a house for the catalog that understands its significance and worth.”
Skorpioni
The assertion continued: “When the choice was made to shut down, it was completely desired that the songs would reside on. We wished a house for the catalog that understands its significance and worth.
“We belief that our catalog can be in good arms at Warner Music sooner or later.”
“It’s a nice honor to take duty for such an influential catalog.”
Ramona Forsström, Warner Music Finland
Ramona Forsström, CEO of Warner Music Finland, added: “Skorpioni has been a trendsetter in Finnish music – courageous, visible, loud, and heartfelt. It’s a nice honor to take duty for such an influential catalog.
“We’re dedicated to making sure that its music lives and grows with new generations.”
Forsström was promoted to the function of Managing Director of Warner Music Finland, efficient November 2023. Forsström had been Normal Supervisor of the enterprise since 2021.
The exec succeeded Niko Nordström, who stepped down from his place as MD, Warner Music Finland and EVP, Warner Music Nordics later that yr.Music Enterprise Worldwide
