Xavi Signs Exclusive Global Publishing Deal with Universal Music Publishing Group
Música mexicana’s billion-stream breakout joins UMPG on the heels of his new album and a defining year ahead.
For The Fourth Consecutive Year, Universal Music Publishing Group Receives Publisher of the Year at the Latin ASCAP Awards 2026
The ceremony brought together some of the industry’s top talent, honoring the songwriters and publishers shaping today’s Latin music landscape.
Multiple Latin Grammy-Winning Argentine Artist Trueno Signs an Exclusive Global Publishing Deal with Universal Music Publishing Group
At just 24 years old, Trueno has emerged as one of the most influential voices in Latin hip hop and a rapidly rising global star.
UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP APPOINTS CATALINA SANTA PEÑA MANAGING DIRECTOR OF UMPG MEXICO
Photo Credit: Individua Miami, FL (January 26, 2026) — Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), a leading music publisher, today announced the appointment of Catalina Santa Peña as Managing Director of Universal Music Publishing Mexico, effective immediately. In her new role, Santa Peña will oversee publishing operations in the territory, driving creative strategy, songwriter development, and business growth while enhancing…
EL ARTISTA NOMINADO AL LATIN GRAMMY® DANNY LUX FIRMA ACUERDO EDITORIAL GLOBAL EXCLUSIVO CON UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP
[I-D: Alexandra Lioutikoff, Ana Rosa Santiago, DannyLux, Jamie Kinelski, Adriana Ramos] Cortesía de DannyLux Miami, FL (8 de enero de 2026) – Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), la división editorial global de Universal Music Group, anunció hoy la firma del fenómeno de la música mexicana y dos veces nominado al Latin GRAMMY®, DannyLux, bajo un acuerdo editorial exclusivo…
Paola Jara signs with Universal Music Publishing Colombia for an exclusive, worldwide publishing agreement
Left to Right – Standing: Juan Camilo Restrepo (Lawyer), Paulina Echavarría (UMPG Colombia, A&R), Andrés Upegui (Lawyer), Juan Manuel Rendón (Lawyer), Lina Tobón (Manager) | Sitting: Mario Medina (Managing Director of UMPG Colombia), Paola Jara (Artist)Courtesy: Universal Music Publishing Group Bogotá, Colombia (October 14, 2025) – Universal Music Publishing Group Colombia (UMPG Colombia) announces today…
UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP EXPANDS GLOBAL AGREEMENT WITH GRUPO FIRME AND MUSIC VIP ENTERTAINMENT
[L-R: Jorge Garza, Tania Velázquez, Carlos Ríos, Isael Gutiérrez, Yadira Moreno, Bárbara Ruelas] Courtesy: Universal Music Publishing Group Miami, FL (October 10, 2025) – Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), Universal Music Group’s leading global publishing division, today announced that Grupo Firme and Music VIP Entertainment have extended their exclusive, global publishing agreement. Hailing from the city of Tijuana, Grupo Firme has broken boundaries within Regional…
As their Global Initiatives Empower Songwriters on a Global Scale, Universal Music Publishing Group wins Latin ASCAP Award 2025 as Publisher of the Year, for the third consecutive year
L-R: Yadira Moreno, Managing Dir. Mexico and Central America & VP of New Business Development Latin America; Ana Rosa Santiago, Sr. VP, Latin Music; Alexandra Lioutikoff, President Latin America & US Latin; Jody Gerson, Chairman & CEO for Universal Music Publishing Group, Worldwide; Paul Williams, President & Chairman of the Board of ASCAP. Credit: Jarrod…
UMPG’s Global Initiatives Empower Female Talent and Songwriters Across Borders
Courtesy: Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) | Photo Credit: Javi Perez Fernandez UMPG partnered with She Is The Music to host a songwriting camp at Mindful Music Lab in Miami, Florida, fusing creativity and wellness. UMPG commemorated International Women’s Day in Mexico City with The Sessions, an intimate event showcasing female artists and songwriters. The…
The Latin Recording Academy® recognizes Universal Music Publishing Group’s Ana Rosa Santiago among the Leading Ladies of Entertainment 2024
Miami, FL. (October 15, 2024) – The Latin Recording Academy® proudly announced today that Ana Rosa Santiago, Senior Vice President of Latin Music for Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) in the U.S. and Latin America, has been named one of the esteemed honorees for the Leading Ladies of Entertainment 2024. This program was created eight years ago to recognize professional…