Theresa Adebiyi has joined music and technology platform Venice, Q&A’s newly-launched software division.
Launched by Troy Carter and Suzy Ryoo in December 2020, the company says it will “enable record labels to beta test songs, manage their artist rosters, and distribute music easily and efficiently”.
London-based Adebiyi joins Matt Ott, who heads up the UK division and works globally as VP, Artist Development and Strategy across the company.
Adebiyi joins the company from Partisan Records where she was Creative Director and Project Manager, working on global album campaigns and executing creative direction and content.
Partisan’s roster includes Grammy nominated artists Fontaines D.C and Laura Marling, IDLES, Femi Kuti, Made Kuti, Cigarettes After Sex and more.
Prior to that, she spent four years at Ninja Tune as their Creative Marketing Manager, working on campaigns for the likes of Young Fathers, Little Dragon, Maribou State, Cinematic Orchestra, Jordan Rakei, Actress, Roots Manuva.
For five years prior she was Label Manager at Lex Records which released a broad range of music and film projects such as MF DOOM x Clarks Originals, BADBADNOTGOOD & Ghostface Killah’s Sour Soul album, and writer Alan Moore and director Mitch Jenkins film series The Show supported in part by Creators Project / Vice.
“Joining Q&A + Venice at this time for me represents an incredible and exciting opportunity to really dig into my experience as a marketeer, creative director and label manager.”
Theresa Adebiyi
Theresa Adebiyi said: “Joining Q&A + Venice at this time for me represents an incredible and exciting opportunity to really dig into my experience as a marketeer, creative director and label manager.
“Seeing what Troy, Suzy and the extremely talented team are building both for artists, labels, partners and their own brand is inspiring on a personal and professional level.
“I’m excited to begin to help shape and build the culture of Venice and ensure we relentlessly strive to best serve our artists and their audiences within this innovative company.”
“Theresa’s proven track record in creative marketing, running a label and artist advocacy is unrivalled while truly understanding how to work within and across an artist’s team.”
Troy Carter
Troy Carter said: “Theresa’s proven track record in creative marketing, running a label and artist advocacy is unrivalled while truly understanding how to work within and across an artist’s team.”
“She’s worked with exceptional, generational artists and is known to be a vocal and important member of the UK music industry.”
Suzy Ryoo
Suzy Ryoo added: “Theresa is undeniably impressive.
“She’s worked with exceptional, generational artists and is known to be a vocal and important member of the UK music industry.”
“Theresa’s experience in working across all areas of records is unmatched – a holistic view we take very seriously.”
Matt Ott, Venice
Matt Ott added: “Theresa represents so much of what we value, believe in and are active in promoting; she is creative, truly artist focused, supportive and really cares.
“Theresa’s experience in working across all areas of records is unmatched – a holistic view we take very seriously.”Music Business Worldwide
