Virgin Music Group and Hungama Digital Media Announce Alliance to Expand Music Distribution Worldwide
3 months, 1 week ago

Virgin Music Group and Hungama Digital Media Announce Alliance to Expand Music Distribution Worldwide

Deccan Chronicle  

Virgin Music Group -- the world’s leading partner to independent artists, labels and entrepreneurs -- announced today a strategic long-term agreement with Hungama Digital Media, South Asia’s leading digital entertainment company expanding the reach of Hungama’s extensive music catalogue, including SVF, Grassroute, OTV and numerous film soundtracks to markets through Virgin Music Group's global distribution network. Through this alliance, Virgin Music Group will tap Hungama’s substantial user base and regional expertise and deepen its presence in India’s regional music scene and offers both companies a unique opportunity to leverage their strengths and deliver exceptional experiences to music fans worldwide. Through this venture, we aim to bring a diverse range of music to new audiences, while Hungama’s expansive network will enable us to unlock incredible new opportunities for our artists.” Siddhartha Roy, CEO of Hungama Digital Media Entertainment, said, “Our partnership with Virgin Music Group marks a significant milestone in taking Indian regional music to global audiences. It’s an exciting time for Indian music, and we’re proud to lead this global expansion.” The collaboration between Virgin Music Group and Hungama Digital Media brings forth opportunities which would showcase undiscovered music to global audiences as well as the expansion of the channels of distribution and enhance the way music is consumed while working towards creating impact for Indian music culture in the global music landscape.

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