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\nUniversal Music Greater China has signed Jason Zhang, one of the most commercially successful artists in Chinese-language pop, in a wide-ranging deal spanning recorded music, artist management, live performance and international strategy, structured in partnership with Zhang\u2019s personal label, Planet Culture. <\/p>\n

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\n\tIn a separate announcement, Universal Music Group also revealed a strategic investment in Solution One, a leading Thai music distribution and publishing business.<\/p>\n

\n\tZhang has released more than 17 albums and EPs across a career of more than two decades and has accumulated over 100 million followers across Chinese social media platforms. He is also the first Chinese artist to receive the American Music Awards\u2019 International Artist Award.<\/p>\n

\n\tHis profile as a live performer was reinforced earlier this year when he completed 16 sold-out shows at Beijing National Stadium \u2013the Bird\u2019s Nest \u2013 over 24 days, drawing a total audience exceeding one million. The run formed part of his Future.Live \u2014 Leave For 1982 World Tour.<\/p>\n

\n\tTimothy Xu, chair and CEO of Universal Music Greater China, said: \u201cWe\u2019re delighted to welcome Jason Zhang to UMGC, whose exceptional musical talent has had great impact on Chinese music and culture. This new, holistic relationship is designed to support the next stage of Jason\u2019s career, and in partnership with his personal label Planet Culture we look forward to taking his music to new audiences \u2013 in China, and internationally.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tZhang added: \u201cUniversal Music has built solid roots in the Greater China music industry and understands the original aspirations of Chinese musicians, alongside a well-established global music network. Without a doubt, it is the perfect partner for my next musical journey. Going forward, the whole team at Planet Culture and I will work hand in hand with Universal. Rooted in domestic Chinese music, we will polish authentic works meticulously, introducing original Mandarin pop across Asia and to the rest of the globe, enabling global audiences to feel the power of integrated Mandopop.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n\tOn the Thailand front, UMG\u2019s deal with Solution One will see the company become a significant minority investor in the Bangkok-based firm. Founded in 2001 by CEO Karlcharn Kongkatong and co-founder Apsornsopha Sariman, S1 offers partners a full range of services covering music distribution, publishing, production, licensing and artist development. Its publishing arm, D1 \u2013 established in 2017 \u2013 focuses on royalty collection, rights management and catalog development. S1\u2019s content partners\u2019 releases consistently place among Thailand\u2019s highest-performing titles on YouTube and streaming platforms, spanning genres including Luk Thung, Song for Life, T-Pop, regional folk-pop and original soundtracks for Boys Love and Girls Love drama series.<\/p>\n

\n\tThailand\u2019s recorded music market is the largest in Southeast Asia, making up 23.8% of the region\u2019s recorded music revenues, per the IFPI\u2019s 2026 annual report. The partnership follows an earlier collaboration between S1, Virgin Music Group and Universal Music Publishing Group.<\/p>\n

\n\tCalvin Wong, CEO of Universal Music Southeast Asia and Korea and senior VP of Asia, said: \u201cThis partnership reflects our continuous commitment to Thai music and is an exciting next step in our strategy to expand our presence in high-growth markets. We are delighted to work closely with Karl, a visionary entrepreneur who has built the largest local distribution in Thailand and together take S1 to the next level.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tKongkatong said: \u201cThis partnership is an important step for the future of Thai music. By combining S1\u2019s digital distribution and production expertise, D1\u2019s publishing and rights management capabilities, and UMG\u2019s global network, we are creating a stronger platform to bring Thai artists, creators, and intellectual property to audiences worldwide.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\tSariman, who serves as co-founder and general counsel of both entities, said: \u201cWe believe long-term value in the music industry is built through strong rights management, sustainable partnerships, and investment in creative talent. This partnership creates new opportunities to further expand the global reach of Thai music and entertainment.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n\tKongkatong will continue to lead both S1 and D1 as CEO.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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