Tom March Leads Capitol's Chart Dominance

Capitol Music Group (CMG) chairman/CEO Tom March is steering the company through a period of significant success. Since taking over in February 2026, March has overseen a rise in Capitol's market share to 4.78% as of August 6, 2026. His leadership encompasses multiple labels, including Capitol Records, Blue Note Records, Motown Records, Astralwerks, Harvest Records, and Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG).

March, a self-proclaimed "'90s indie boy," emphasizes a philosophy of custodianship and legacy building for Capitol, viewing his role as enhancing one of the music industry's most significant institutions. The company's strategic focus is heavily on artist development and successfully launching new talent, ensuring a continuous pipeline of promising musicians.

Under March's purview, CMG has celebrated numerous achievements. British singer-songwriter Sienna Spiro's debut album, Visitor, climbed to No. 9 on the Billboard 200 in July 2026, while her single "Die on This Hill" reached No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100. In the U.K., Sam Fender's duet with Olivia Dean, "Rein Me In," set a record for weeks at No. 1 on the Official Singles Chart, reaching 21 weeks.

Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) also saw substantial recognition with 112 Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Award nominations. March has focused on modernizing CCMG, applying similar methodologies to structure and resource allocation as seen in other CMG divisions, leading to significant growth and success with artists like Jamie MacDonald and Josiah Queen.

March also discussed the role of AI, stating that while AI is a powerful tool for music creation and visuals, it will not replace artists. He stressed the importance of ensuring writers and producers are monetized if AI is utilized in any capacity. The company's current drive is to break artists and foster a reputation for nurturing talent, with March expressing that nothing keeps him up at night, only a drive for continued success and label excellence.