From time to time, we spotlight standout professionals from across the Music2Deal community. If you’re looking for production power, deep industry roots, or global connections, start with these four.
Druv Kent — Artist, Songwriter & Live Performer (Singapore)
Asia’s first BBC Radio 2–supported artist in 20 years, Druv has landed several songs on US Top 20 radio charts and reached #1 on the World Indie and Euro Indie charts. Through Druv Kent Productions, he helps create, record, produce, promote, and support music and live entertainment.
What to talk about: releases, co-writes, live bookings, brand partnerships.
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Malaica Valiente — Founder & CEO, Valiente Concerts (USA)
A veteran global entertainment executive with 38+ years producing sold-out international tours, delivering $500M+ in ticket sales across 300+ venues in 30+ countries. Project history includes Alicia Keys, Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, Eric Clapton, Shakira, Stevie Wonder, Sting and more.
What to talk about: tour planning, co-promotions, venue strategy, sponsorships.
Connect on Music2Deal: [Insert Malaica Valiente profile link]
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Philip Israel — Possum Records & Publishing (Australia)
Independent Australian record and publishing company active for roughly 40 years, with a roster history touching Ace of Base, Depeche Mode, Judas Priest, Technotronic, Tom Waits and many others.
What to talk about: catalog/masters, licensing, distribution, ANZ market entry.
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👉 View Philip’s profile on Music2Deal
Jens-Markus Wegener — Publisher & Music Business Consultant (Germany)
With 35+ years in publishing, consulting, and management, Jens-Markus was MUSEXPO’s 2016 Global Publisher of the Year. He built Public Propaganda into a leading European dance-promo company, managed Karl Bartos’ solo launch, and led major catalog deals at AMV Talpa and Imagem Germany. Today he heads Hamburg’s AMV Publishing, brokering catalog/master sales and financing solutions for artists and rights-holders.
What to talk about: catalog sales, financing, European publishing, release strategy.
Connect on Music2Deal:
👉 View Jens’s profile on Music2Deal
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