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4 Music & Artists Wanted — Pitch Now

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Four current Needs you can reply to — TV/film songs, hard rock, collabs, and catalog/label sales. Offer directly via the Needs below.

Unicade Music Group — Songs for TV & Movie Ads (Germany)

Unicade is inviting demos for potential TV & movie ad placements (all genres welcome). As a label/publisher with production and artist management since ’97, Unicade focuses on high-quality music for TV/film and runs the “Hitmacher” edition (production, management, touring, live).

References: 70+ Gold & Platinum records in 40+ countries. Credits include theme songs for “Marsupilami,” contributions to “Ally McBeal,” “Fack Ju Göhte,” and music for Germany’s box-office smash “Der Schuh des Manitu,” plus projects for Walt Disney, DreamWorks, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros. and campaigns for McDonald’s, Jacobs Coffee, Karstadt, Toyota.

→ View the Need: https://www.music2deal.com/de/GOAR_B/wanted/songs#90094

More Opportunities to Pitch

Explore the three additional active Needs below: creative collaborators/partners, hard-rock bands, and catalog/label sales.

James Citkovic (Countdown Entertainment) — Business Collaboration / Catalog Deals (USA)

Veteran catalog broker & dealmaker open to collaborations/partners. Founder & president of Countdown Entertainment, James has brokered headline transactions across publishing and masters, including Jimi Hendrix (86-song catalog to Sony + “Band of Gypsys” master), A Tribe Called Quest, The Ramones, SUN Records, Jimmy Cliff, Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Elvis Presley Trilogy, The Fixx, Joe Strummer Estate (The Clash), SASH!, and more.

What he’s looking for now: Sellers of catalogs or record labels with earnings of at least $250k per year up to multimillions per year.

→ View the Need: https://www.music2deal.com/us/PihmdRRMUQvnOQXUVWrQFbNQcWo

Daniel Silveira (360 Música) — Creative Collaboration & Partners (Brazil/Portugal)

Producer Daniel Silveira seeks creative collaborators/partners, including original soundtracks (film/TV) and PR/business services. Background highlights include major Brazilian TV titles (TV Colosso, Comédia da Vida Privada, Hilda Furacão, Senhora do Destino, Espelho d’Água), brand work (Coca-Cola, Gillette, Mastercard), and involvement with shows/festivals like The Voice Brasil, Luau MTV, Multishow Apresenta, Tim Festival, Skol Beats.

→ View the Need: https://www.music2deal.com/br/danielsilveiramusica/wanted/business#92591

Dalyce Entertainment — Hard-Rock Bands (USA)

Independent label/management is looking for hard-rock bands (Metal / Rock & Roll) for roster and compilation consideration. Keep submissions focused: your best track(s) and a brief positioning line.

→ View the Need: https://www.music2deal.com/ca/DZ0gASUL2kbvMJORyQsZQROAvFs/wanted/artists#90672

How to respond to a Need

  • Open the Need and review notes on genre, format, and deliverables.
  • Send a focused pitch: summarize your (Music) Offer in 2–3 lines (who you are, what you offer, why it fits).
  • Use the site tools to offer directly from the Need.
  • Note: You must be logged in to Music2Deal to contact members or submit.

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Exclusive Interview with GRAMMY-Winning Artist, Multi-Platinum Producer & Music2Deal Ambassador IKILL ORION who teams up with Industry icons Drake + Pharrell on the release of his groundbreaking new release ‘Younglord 2’

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Ikill Orion is more than just a name—he’s a force. As a Music2Deal Ambassador and a creative powerhouse with roots in Hollywood, Orion is shaping the future of music, fashion, film, AI, and beyond. With over 100 million global impressions and collaborations with legends like Jay-Z, Nile Rodgers, and Drake, he’s not just riding the wave—he’s creating it.

We sat down with Ikill Orion to talk about his journey, his label, global licensing, and his bold vision for the music industry.

Music2Deal: Can you tell us a bit about your background and how you got started in the industry?
Ikill Orion: Hollywood global rising star in music, TV, fashion, film, AI, and lifestyle. I’m a platinum streaming artist with over 100 million impressions (including 1M+ likes, saves, follows, activations, streams, and clicks).
In addition, I work as an A&R, creative director, executive, consultant, and advisor. I’ve collaborated with Grammy-winning artists, super producers, Fortune 500 companies, and A-list celebrities.
I’ve worked with icons like Jay-Z, Nile Rodgers, and Drake—just to name a few!

Music2Deal: Have you licensed your music or signed artists on an international level?
Ikill Orion: Yes, my in-house company LE KIL owns a catalog of 222 songs. We’ve had great success placing our music and masters in TV, film, web, and ad campaigns through sync and licensing deals globally.
I collaborate with all the major labels and am currently looking to nurture and sign artists (who have both talent and a budget) to major label development deals.
We’re not a cookie-cutter company—we believe in the power of true A&R. We only sign artists who understand the business and are ready to invest in their careers.
Our bespoke services include branding, consulting, advisory, management, production, songwriting, image/styling, playlisting, and distribution via the Big 3: Universal, Sony, and Warner.

Music2Deal: In your opinion, which countries offer the best opportunities for music licensing today?
Ikill Orion: The marketplace is constantly shifting—so really, everywhere and everything is up for grabs!

Music2Deal: What are some of the standout projects you’ve completed recently?
Ikill Orion: One of my major projects is the killer new album “Y O U N G L O R D II”, a high-profile collaboration featuring Drake, 2 Chainz, Desiigner, Lil Yachty, and surprise guest appearances from multi-platinum producers and Grammy-winning artists.
It’s dropping on 8/8.
The first volume, “Y O U N G L O R D” (now streaming), is powered by AI and includes tracks like:
“Alpha”, “Invincible 3:16”, “Kink Tut”, “Like Paradise”, “Meta 4 Play”, “Rock Bottom”, “Haus of Love”, “Party in the Afterlife”, and “Stargaze”.

Music2Deal: Are there any upcoming projects or tours we should look out for in 2025?
Ikill Orion: Yes—major tours are in the works for 2025. I’m also working on TV, film, and fashion deals, as well as investor partnerships, brand endorsements, and sponsorships.
All of this is aligning with the launch of my new global media/content/venture/brand/platform called LE KIL—an artist-driven startup currently in stealth mode.

Music2Deal: What do you see as the biggest challenge facing the music industry right now?
Ikill Orion: Everything is broken and needs fixing!

Music2Deal: How do you think that challenge can be addressed or overcome?
Ikill Orion: Only time will tell, but change has to start with artists putting themselves first—and audiences finally recognizing the value of music.
Music is art, and art is commerce—so let’s treat it that way.

Music2Deal: What are your main goals or plans for the coming year?
Ikill Orion: World dominance.

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4 Top Music Professionals to Connect — October Spotlight

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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.
Connect on Music2Deal: [Insert Druv Kent profile link]
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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]
👉 View Malaica’s profile on Music2Deal

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.
Connect on Music2Deal:
👉 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.
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👉 View Jens’s profile on Music2Deal

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