Executive Turntable: Sony Music Publishing Elevates ZaZa Kazadi, Guitar Center Adds to Board

Ariel King· May 22, 2026 · 5:17 PM UTC ·15 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 35 views

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Sony Music Publishing has promoted ZaZa Kazadi to senior director of A&R for the U.K. and Europe, focusing on expanding opportunities for songwriters in various genres. Kazadi expressed gratitude for the support he has received and is eager to contribute to the company's vision. Additionally, David Kalt has joined the board of directors at Guitar Center, bringing his experience from founding the platform Reverb.

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▪ZaZa Kazadi has been promoted to senior director of A&R at Sony Music Publishing.
▪Kazadi will focus on expanding opportunities for songwriters in hip-hop, rap, R&B, and Afro genres.
▪David Kalt has been appointed to the board of directors at Guitar Center, leveraging his experience from Reverb.

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