UMG/Nashville EVP/Promotion Royce Risser, EVP/A&R Brian Wright and SVP/A&R Stephanie Wright have exited. Risser has been with the company more than 30 years; the Wrights joined 22 years ago. The moves come as Cindy Mabe takes over as UMGN Chair/CEO (CAT 4/3). No word from the label on plans for the positions.
The Summer 2026 Print Special featuring:
Country Radio Hall
of Famers
Eric Church's Sinners @ 20
ACM Radio Winners & Carter Faith
Troy Tomlinson:
The Interview
2026 ACM Voter's Guide
A quick reference guide to the 2026 ACM Nominees
Inside This Issue:
MC-Yay At Ryman Lunch
Disruption Junction
You Look Like You Love Me
The Day Ahead