Publishing Briefs: Peermusic Acquires 120 Publishing, Karen Hamilton to Lead New Division

Peermusic has acquired Sydney-based 120 Publishing, expanding its presence in Australasia and adding the company’s catalogue to its global network. Karen Hamilton, who has worked at 120 Publishing since 2011, will become Peermusic’s managing director for Australasia.

The deal covers about 5,000 works and 120,000 administered projects. Founded by TMWR Group chief executive Tim McGee in 2009, 120 Publishing has developed a roster of local and international songwriters; Peermusic says the acquisition will offer them broader creative opportunities and administration worldwide. The article also reports on BMG’s Latin Music Week event and Sony Music Publishing Nashville and TAYCAN Entertainment signing writer-producer Jared Conrad.