Josh Remsberg has joined Warner Records as its Senior Vice President, Commercial Revenue.
Remsberg joins Warner following two decades at Universal Music Group (UMG), where he most recently served as SVP, Commerce & Business Development at Capitol Records.
Remsberg is based at the label’s Los Angeles headquarters and will report to Warner Records EVP, Promotion & Commerce Mike Chester, who took on the role in August 2021.
In his new role, Remsberg will work closely with Chester in developing and executing the company’s new release and long-term sales strategy and artist campaigns across streaming, digital, and commercial platforms and accounts.
Before joining Warner Records, Remsberg spent his entire career at UMG.
For the past seven years, he was with UMG’s Capitol Records, where he worked with artists such as Paul McCartney, Katy Perry, Halsey and Niall Horan, and was also co-leader of the company’s business development and innovation team.
In 2020, Remsberg was tapped to head the label’s Commercial/Sales team as SVP.
Remsberg joins several recent appointments at Warner Records, with Karen Kwak named Executive Vice President/Head of A&R in October, and Steve “Steve-O” Carless appointed President, A&R at the company in September.
Jonathan Weiner
“Josh is one of the most respected and accomplished execs in our business.”
Mike Chester
Mike Chester, said: “Josh is one of the most respected and accomplished execs in our business.
“He’s worked across musical genres and generations, from superstars to emerging artists, and he brings a wealth of experience and perspective to his post. Josh is a fantastic addition to the team as we strive to maximize revenue streams across every established, emerging, and future platform, while building long-term careers. I’m very happy to welcome him aboard.”
“I’m incredibly excited to be joining the Warner family.”
Josh Remsberg
Josh Remsberg, added: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining the Warner family.
“The energy in this company is amazing, with a brilliant roster and a unique, artist-focused vision of how to bring their music to fans everywhere. The industry is evolving rapidly, and I’m looking forward to helping this great label seize every opportunity to do world-class work in support of our talent. I want to thank Mike, Tom, and Aaron for this amazing opportunity.”Music Business Worldwide
