David Goldsen Promoted to EVP, A&R at Warner Chappell Music

Warner Chappell Music (WCM) has announced the promotion of David Goldsen to Executive Vice President, A&R. 

Goldsen first joined the publisher in 2009, where he has discovered and championed a diverse range of chart-topping songwriters, further expanding WCM's creative presence across both North America and Australia. 

Goldsen will be based at the company's Los Angeles headquarters, where he will continue to report to Ryan Press, President, North America, WCM. 

Over his 17-year career at the publisher, Golden has worked with Zach Bryan Sleep Token, Teddy Swims, Mitski, Tones and I, and many more big0name artists. 

Among his accomplishments are being named in Billboard's prestigious 40 Under 40 list in 2024. 

“I've had the pleasure of working with David for over 15 years,” Press comments. "He has a rare ability to spot talent ahead of what's hot before it breaks mainstream, and to guide them toward not just their personal dreams but real cultural impact.

“Watching him turn that instinct into massive wins for our songwriters and our team has been incredibly rewarding. He's become a key leader in Warner Chappell's continued evolution.”

Goldsen says he's "been extremely lucky" to work with many of the best songwriters in music."

“Thank you to Ryan for being a mentor and for trusting me all this time, and to Guy, Marianne, and the entire WCM team who have always put songwriters first,” he continues. “I'm forever grateful to all of them for continuing to support me and allowing our global team to champion great songwriting, bring our ideas to life, and follow our passions to create the best home for creatives.”

Among WCM's recent achievements, hitmakers MAG and Scott Dittrich made history this year with Bad Bunny's record-breaking anthem “DtMF”, while the publisher has also scored chart-topping releases by Cardi B, ROSÉ, and more.