Montello joined AIM as CEO at the start of 2023, replacing its previous chief Paul Pacifico.
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AIM boss says WMG’s Believe bid is ‘gravely concerning’ for indies
Yesterday’s news that WMG wants to make an acquisition bid for independent firm Believe has drawn a sharp response from UK indies body AIM.
AIM CEO Silvia Montello: Apple Music Atmos royalty change hurts Indies
February 2024: Silvia Montello, CEO of AIM. She talks frankly about the impact of Apple Music’s royalty-incentivised push for Dolby Atmos adoption and the impact on independent artists and labels.
AIM boss sees risks in UMG and Deezer’s ‘two-tier system’
The latest industry comment on UMG and Deezer’s plans for a new ‘artist-centric’ system of streaming payouts comes from AIM.
Independent labels set to do battle at the 2023 AIM Awards
Not actually do battle, although we do know the after-parties for these events can be raucous… The AIM Awards are set for September.
Human Artistry Campaign adds more music-industry body members
The recently-launched Human Artistry Campaign, which is trying to set guidelines for the use of creative AIs, has added new members.
AIM boss on independent growth; DIY sector and major questions
The recently-appointed CEO of UK indies body AIM, Silvia Montello, has given her first ’State of Independence’ address.
UK indie body AIM names Silvia Montello as its new CEO
Montello is a former BMG and Kobalt executive, and has also held positions at Blokur and Audio Network in recent years.
AIM launches investment syndicate and apprenticeship program
British independent labels body AIM held its annual general meeting yesterday, and announced a pair of new initiatives.
AIM boss Pacifico to join the Saudi Music Commission as CEO
The CEO of UK indies body AIM, Paul Pacifico, announced in August that he’d be stepping down at the end of 2022. Now we know where he’s going next.
AIM boss Paul Pacifico to step down at the end of the year
His second three-year term ends on 31 October, although he will remain as CEO until the end of 2022 as part of a handover process.
Recognise the Music wants more-accurate public performance payouts
A new initiative in the UK is hoping to make sure public performance royalties are paid out more accurately.