Sony Music Publishing UK has inked a worldwide publishing deal with singer-songwriter Kal Lavelle.
Irish born singer-songwriter Kal Lavelle co-wrote Ed Sheeran’s No.1 hit Shivers, which achieved chart-topping positions in the UK and around the world.
Shivers climbed to No.1 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart in February.
The song also won Song of the Year – supported by Hipgnosis – at The A&R Awards 2021.
Lavelle is currently working in the studio with artists across a wide range of genres, says Sony Music Publishing.
These include KOLIDESCOPES, Izzy Bizu, RHODES, Naughty Boy, Harry Stone, Eddie Serafica, Cian Ducrot, James TW, DJ Zinc and Alex Hosking.
Elsewhere at Sony Music Publishing, in the US, Nick Bral was recently promoted to Vice President, Creative, at Sony Music Publishing.
Meanwhile, Thomas Krottinger was also promoted to Vice President, Creative, at the company in March.
“I am very blessed to be part of the Sony Publishing family.”
Kal Lavelle
Kal Lavelle, said: “I am very blessed to be part of the Sony Publishing family.
“And that’s exactly how it feels, like a family.
“I’ve been shown incredible support and belief since signing, particularly from Tim Major.
“Authenticity in my dealings with people and the creation of great art is important to me and I’m delighted that Sony shares this vision.
“Very special thanks to Ed Sheeran, Jim Doyle, Paul Spraggon, Dominic Drummie and every member of the wonderful Sony team.
“I’m eternally grateful for this opportunity and I can’t wait for all the celebratory Guinness’s to come!”
“One of the high points of last year for me was getting to know Kal.”
Tim Major, Sony Music Publishing
Tim Major, Co-Managing Director, U.K., Sony Music Publishing, added: “One of the high points of last year for me was getting to know Kal.
“Not only has she enjoyed incredible success with Shivers, but she is quite clearly on a mission!
“To see that fire in someone is very inspiring and it is now our job to make sure it burns for a long time.
“She has a rare ability to quickly and deeply connect with other songwriters and she encourages honest and genuine collaboration in everything she does.
“I must thank Jim Doyle and Ed Sheeran for introducing us and, of course, Kal for putting her trust in Sony Music Publishing.”
“Kal Lavelle is an incredible songwriter with immense versatility and drive.”
Dominic Drummie, Sony Music Publishing
Dominic Drummie, A&R, Sony Music Publishing, said: “Kal Lavelle is an incredible songwriter with immense versatility and drive.
“Having worked so hard for years, I’m over the moon to see Kal’s talent and determination reflected in the huge success of ‘Shivers.’ I’m delighted we can be a part of Kal’s journey, and I can’t wait to see what else this year has in store for her.”Music Business Worldwide
