Pick Pockets Music, the brainchild of songwriter James Essien and industry executive Blak London, has unveiled a collaboration with Runner Music.
Runner Music was launched earlier this year by songwriter and OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder, artist manager Ron Laffitte and former Downtown Music chief business officer Andrew Sparkler. The company is focused on music publishing, including catalogue acquisitions and partnerships with songwriters.
Blak London, a former A&R executive at Empire Distribution, is James Essien’s manager. He has played a key role in his development as a UK hitmaker, including a publishing deal with Funfair/Kobalt.
Notable achievements include co-writing the lead single Here from Tom Grennan's No.1 album What Ifs & Maybes, as well as co-writing for Clean Bandit, Mahalia and James Blunt. Upcoming projects include music by Skrillex, Normani, Zayn Malik, and many more.
I am thrilled to fuse my artistic journey with the extraordinary talents of Ryan Tedder and the dynamic essence of Runner Music
James Essien
The alliance with Runner Music has also helped to connect Tom Grennan with Ryan Tedder for an upcoming collaboration in Los Angeles.
Blak London, co-founder of Pick Pockets Music and James Essien's manager, said: "This partnership transcends a mere collaboration; it signifies the union of visionary minds poised to revolutionise the music world. With Runner Music and Ryan Tedder, we are crafting a pioneering symphony of creativity and innovation."
James Essien said: "The opportunities ahead are truly exceptional. I am thrilled to fuse my artistic journey with the extraordinary talents of Ryan Tedder and the dynamic essence of Runner Music."
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