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Warner Music Elevates Craig Kallman to Chief Music Officer
9 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Craig Kallman named Chief Music Officer at Warner Music Group.
- Kallman, founder of Big Beat, will sign new artists for WMG.
- Elkan is Kallman's first new artist signing at WMG.
Craig Kallman has been appointed Chief Music Officer at Warner Music Group (WMG), marking a significant advancement in his extensive career within the music industry. He will now oversee WMG's music operations, reporting directly to CEO Robert Kyncl.
In this new capacity, Kallman will focus on identifying and signing emerging talent. Notably, his first official act is bringing producer Elkan under the WMG banner, signaling a commitment to nurturing fresh artistic voices. Elkan is set to release his debut EP, 'The Baby Bundle,' this Friday.
Kallman's journey includes founding the influential Big Beat label in 1987 and a 30-year tenure at Atlantic Music Group. His leadership at Atlantic saw the development of numerous chart-topping artists, solidifying his reputation as a keen talent scout and industry visionary.
