Universal Music Publishing Group, in a highly competitive situation, announced today the signing of multi-platinum artist Ciara to an exclusive, worldwide publishing deal.
On the heels of the signing, it was also announced that she lead the VIBE Awards for the most nominations, including artist of the year, for which she competed against artist like Mariah Carey and 50 Cent, among others. Ciara received the Coolest Collabo award for Oh featuring Ludacris.
At 19 years old, Ciara, an Atlanta native has established herself as one of R&B’s hottest most popular entertainer. Ciara burst onto the scene in 2004 with the never-gonna-get-it single Goodies and the debut album of the same name quickly went to number one on the chart.
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Currently riding the multi-platinum wave with three number one singles and a current Top 10 single, And I to keep her afloat, Ciara’s 2.7 million plus records sold has launched her into a world of music, movies and more! The scene-stealing songstress has been recognized throughout the year with over 30 notable nominations and awards including MTV Video Awards, Billboard Awards, Teen Choice Awards, Soul Train Awards and as the most nominated artist at the BET Awards.
Ciara’s surmounting recognition has secured her performances at top music events, which include the recent Much Music AwardsM, BET Awards, VH1 Hip Hop Honors and the upcoming Billboard Awards.
UMPG’s Director of Urban Music, East Coast, Ethiopia Habtemariam, has long been watching Ciara grow and develop as an artist.
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“Ciara has become the most sought after entertainer of 2005 earning the respect of her peers and veterans in the industry. I am so thrilled that Ciara has chosen UMPG as her publishing home. She is truly an industry leader and we welcome her to the UMPG family.”
I am pleased to have signed with Universal Music Publishing Group,” said Ciara
Source: Universal
