Columbia Moves: Corey 'C-Notes' Calder Steps Into Urban Marketing Role

The label tapped Corey 'C-Notes' Calder to lead up their urban music marketing division—a key position that sits right at the heart of how hip-hop and R&B releases hit the streets and blow up on streaming. It's the kind of role that can make or break a rollout, so Columbia's banking on Calder's experience to keep their roster competitive in a crowded market.

The move is part of a broader wave of executive shuffles rippling through the industry right now. Over at Warner Music Japan, Eitara Shibasaki has been bumped up to chief business officer, signaling the company's commitment to strengthening operations in one of the world's biggest music markets.

These kinds of promotions usually signal that labels are gearing up for something—new strategies, fresh energy, maybe some restructuring behind the scenes. In Calder's case, it's about making sure Columbia's hip-hop and urban releases get the marketing muscle they need to cut through the noise. That matters. A lot of projects live or die based on how smart the campaign hits.

Either way, the industry keeps moving. Check the full breakdown for all the details on who's landing where.

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