The sheer number of artist signings announced on a weekly basis makes it difficult to keep up, no matter how closely you pay attention to the industry news cycle. That’s why every other Tuesday, Billboard compiles the latest signings to labels, distributors, agencies, management companies and more, in an effort to provide a snapshot of the latest moves in the artist space, from household names to indie stars to emerging acts.
First up this week, UTA signed singer-songwriter, actress and model FKA twigs for global representation in all areas. Twigs most recently released the album Eusexua Afterglow, a follow-up to her acclaimed album Eusexua from earlier this year that just nabbed a Grammy nod for best dance/electronic album. She’s slated to perform at Coachella next April.
Renowned Mexican singer Lucero is embarking on a new chapter in her career with Seitrack Records, the record label division of Ocesa Seitrack. On Oct. 29, the star, who has more than 45 years of experience in TV, film and music, signed an agreement with Octavio Padilla, the company’s director. Ranchera music will be the focus of this new phase of her career, with an upcoming album produced by Aureo Baqueiro. — Tere Aguilera
Miami company Fundamentals, led by Horacio Rodríguez, signed Ecuadorian rising star Jombriel and his longtime collaborator and producer Jøtta. Hailing from Esmeraldas, Jombriel was featured in Billboard‘s On the Radar Latin earlier this year. In March, the 22-year-old earned his first No. 1 on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100 with the Ryan Castro-assisted remix of his viral hit “Parte & Choke,” also featuring Alex Krack and Jøtta. Jombriel’s breakthrough single, “Vitamina” with DFZM and Jøtta, has garnered more than 325 million Spotify streams, according to Fundamentals, and is included on his debut 2025 album, Jombriel de la Suerte. Jøtta, a rising creative force in the Latin music world, is the producer behind these chart-topping hits, which blend dancehall, reggaeton and tropical sounds. — Isabela Raygoza
Check out more recent artist signings below.
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Mad Tsai (Rebellion Records)
Michael Turner and Daniel Nall‘s Rebellion Records signed Taiwanese and Peruvian queer pop artist Mad Tsai, who has racked up more than 260 million streams as an independent act, according to a press release. The deal is backed by Rebellion’s multi-million-dollar financing facility with distributor Too Lost. The deal includes 10 released tracks, a 50/50 revenue split and a “nearly 7 figure blended budget,” according to a press release. The first new music under the partnership will be the single “HOUNDSOFHELL,” which is slated for release on Friday (Nov. 21).
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Ally Nicholas (Position Music)
Position Music signed singer-songwriter Ally Nicholas (“Fall Into,” “Seventeen”) to a global label deal. According to a press release, Nicholas has earned more than 20 million streams off only a “handful of singles.”
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Anna Graves (Rounder Records)
Rounder Records signed alt-folk artist Anna Graves (“Hollow Bones”) and released her new single, “Burn On,” on Friday (Nov. 14). According to a press release, Graves has amassed more than 25 million streams globally and landed syncs in Nobody Wants This, Brilliant Minds and Chicken Sisters. She’s managed by Simon Tikhman and Chief Zaruk at The Core Entertainment.
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Matt Cooper (WME)
Singer-songwriter Matt Cooper (“Highs & Lows”) signed with WME for global representation. Cooper, who is signed to QHMG/Quartz Hill Records, has earned more than 118 million streams to date across platforms, according to a press release. He’ll release the single “Home” on Friday (Nov. 21).
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Black Coast (Papercut Recordings)
U.K. rock band Black Coast signed to Papercut Recordings and released the new single “Overflow” on Nov. 5. A new album is slated for release next spring. The band self-released its 2021 debut album, Outworld, and its self-titled 2023 EP before signing with the label.
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Surfbort (TODO Records)
Surfbort, a rock band that emerged from the punk scene in Brooklyn, signed with TODO Records, which will release its third studio album, Reality Star, on March 6. The lead single, “Lucky,” was released on Wednesday (Nov. 12).
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I Promised the World (Rise Records)
Texas-based band I Promised the World signed to Rise Records, which will release a new self-titled EP from the group on Jan. 16. The EP’s first single, “Bliss in 7 Languages,” was released Nov. 5.
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Man/Woman/Chainsaw (Fiction Records)
London-based band Man/Woman/Chainsaw signed to Fiction Records, which released the single “Only Girl” on Monday (Nov. 17). The band played this year’s SXSW.
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Mandy, Indiana (Sacred Bones)
Experimental band Mandy, Indiana signed to Sacred Bones and announced its new album, URGH, which is releasing Feb. 6. The album is preceded by lead single “Magazine.”
