Nick Jarjour, the Global Head of Song Management at UK-listed Hipgnosis Songs Fund, has exited his role at the company.
The exec announced the news in a LinkedIn post on Monday (May 22), in which he revealed his departure in order to “embark on an exciting new chapter in [his] journey”.
Jarjour, who is also manager to superstar songwriter, producer and artist Starrah, joined Hipgnosis as Global Head of Song Management in June 2020.
He was previously a partner at Maverick Management, from May 2016 to July 2020, according to his LinkedIn profile.
He joined the Hipgnosis Advisory Board back in early 2019 and is still on the Advisory Board, according to his LinkedIn Profile. Hipgnosis struck a catalog deal with his management client Starrah in April 2019.
Jarjour is also CEO of his own label, publishing and creative agency called JarjourCo.
Additionally, amongst other current advisory roles, Jarjour serves as an advisor to (and has invested in) companies such as Xposure Music and HiFi. He also serves as an advisor to Triller and is on the artist advocacy council at BeatBread.
According to Jarjour, his company “will continue offering comprehensive solutions, such as artist development, rights management, licensing, data analytics, marketing tools and access to nascent technology like A.I. through ecosystem partners to help songwriters, artists, publishers, labels, and industry professionals in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the music business empowering both artists and companies alike”.
“I had the honor of working alongside a visionary leader and mentor, Merck Mercuriadis who has achieved remarkable feats for songwriters and revolutionized the music industry for future generations”.
Nick Jarjour
Commenting on his time at Hipgnosis, Jarjour said that he “had the honor of working alongside a visionary leader and mentor, Merck Mercuriadis who has achieved remarkable feats for songwriters and revolutionized the music industry for future generations”.
He added: “I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to have walked through those hallowed halls and collaborated with the entire team including esteemed individuals like Ted Cockle, Bjorn Lindvall, Chris Helm, Amy Thompson and Kenny MacPherson.”
Jarjour also noted that, “having the opportunity to work alongside a catalog of the best music on earth and true evergreen songs has been a dream come true”.
“My time at Hipgnosis Songs Fund has provided me with a unique advantage that extends beyond traditional music industry experience,” he added.
You can read his note in full below:
Dear friends and esteemed colleagues, I hope this letter finds you deep in the waves of creative inspiration and the entrepreneurial fervor that Monday mornings evoke. It is with great gratitude and a hint of nostalgia that I announce my departure as Global Head of Song Management at Hipgnosis Songs Fund, as I embark on an exciting new chapter in my journey.
During my tenure at Hipgnosis, I had the honor of working alongside a visionary leader and mentor, Merck Mercuriadis who has achieved remarkable feats for songwriters and revolutionized the music industry for future generations. I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to have walked through those hallowed halls and collaborated with the entire team including esteemed individuals like Ted Cockle, Bjorn Lindvall, Chris Helm, Amy Thompson and Kenny MacPherson.
This movement has been transformative in music history and in my life, having the opportunity to work alongside a catalog of the best music on earth and true evergreen songs has been a dream come true. My time at Hipgnosis Songs Fund has provided me with a unique advantage that extends beyond traditional music industry experience.
While gaining a deep understanding of complex financial mechanisms, I have always remained cognizant of the “Return on Emotion” (ROE) thesis I developed around music as an asset class back in March 2021.
This exposure has granted me a deep comprehension of the inner workings of the financial landscape and a newfound appreciation for managing timeless assets that hold immeasurable value.
My company JarjourCo, will continue offering comprehensive solutions, such as artist development, rights management, licensing, data analytics, marketing tools and access to nascent technology like A.I. through ecosystem partners to help songwriters, artists, publishers, labels, and industry professionals in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the music business empowering both artists and companies alike.
Together, we can push the boundaries of what is possible, driving innovation across the music, interactive, and technology sectors while having a great deal of fun! Thank you for being part of the journey thus far, and we are thrilled to embark on this new chapter with each and every one of you.
Warm regards, Nick JarjourMusic Business Worldwide
