Republic Records Names Frank Arigo SVP of Marketing

Based at the label's New York City headquarters, Arigo will continue to envision and execute an extensive array of marketing campaigns for Republic's award-winning roster of artists. Since joining the company in 2004, he has been instrumental in establishing highly successful marketing and sales campaigns for such chart-toppers as Florence + the Machine, The Lonely Island, The Avett Brothers, Mayer Hawthorne, Amy Winehouse, Jack Johnson , James Blake , The Weeknd, and most recently, Gotye, among many others.

"Frank has been instrumental in the growth and success of REPUBLIC RECORDS and our artists," declared Mr. Roppo. "He is an innovative marketer, leader and integral asset to every campaign."

REPUBLIC RECORDS Chairman & CEO Monte Lipman commented, "Frank has been an important part of this team for almost a decade now. His tenacity, passion, and diligence are cornerstones of our marketing initiatives. He pushes everyone around him to excel, and it's truly inspiring."

"There are so many things that I love about this label, and it's an absolute honor to be a part of it," enthused Mr. Arigo. "I have the chance to collaborate with an A-list roster of artists and the most forward-thinking executives in the business. It truly stems fromMonte Lipman and Avery Lipman (President & Co-Founder). They've created a brand that is revered for artist development and digital innovation. We will continue to adhere to their mantra of breaking new artists and laying the foundation for careers. "

Mr. Arigo began his tenure in the music industry at Polygram in 1996. He joined Universal Music Group Distribution in 2000, working as an Artist Development Representative for Universal Motown Republic Group. In 2004, Mr. Arigo segued to Universal Motown Republic Group as Director of Sales and Field Marketing. Later, in 2007, he was promoted to Senior Director of Marketing for Universal Republic.

ABOUT REPUBLIC RECORDS

A division of Universal Music Group, the world's leading music company, Republic is home to an all-star roster of multi-platinum, award-winning legends and superstar artists such as 3 Doors Down, Amy Winehouse, Black Sabbath, Colbie Caillat , Eddie Vedder , Enrique Iglesias , Florence + the Machine, Godsmack, Owl City, The Voice (NBC-TV), Gotye, Of Monsters & Men, Mayer Hawthorne, among many others.

It is comprised of innovative imprints and digital business ventures including Republic Nashville (The Band Perry), Cash Money ( Lil Wayne , Drake, Nicki Minaj), Indie Pop (The Cataracs), Lava Records (Jessie J, Black Veil Brides), Aware Records (Mat Kearney), Brushfire ( Jack Johnson , G. Love), XO (The Weeknd), Loma Vista (Soundgarden, Damian Marley ) among others.