BMG announces Maximilian Kolb's departure

25 July 2024 - Press release

Maximilian Kolb has decided to step down as EVP of Repertoire & Marketing Continental Europe after over a decade with BMG. 

Kolb said, "The music industry is undergoing one of its most revolutionary periods, and after 12 years at BMG, it's time for a new chapter and to continue to ensure that artists and songwriters can make the most of the changes we're experiencing. I owe the company a lot, and I want to thank everyone who has been a part of this journey. We have accomplished a great deal together and I am particularly proud of the European team and where it is today."

BMG CEO Thomas Coesfeld said, "I would like to thank Maximilian for his extraordinary dedication and contributions to BMG over the years. His leadership and vision have been instrumental in the growth and success of our GSA and Continental Europe operations. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors." 

Alistair Norbury, President Repertoire & Marketing U.K. & APAC, will assume Kolb's responsibilities on an interim basis until the end of the year. 

Kolb joined BMG in 2012 as an A&R manager and gradually took on more responsibilities, ultimately being appointed as Managing Director GSA in 2019 and then promoted to EVP Repertoire & Marketing Continental Europe in 2021. During his tenure, BMG significantly grew its recordings and publishing businesses, with successes by artist and publishing clients including Max Giesinger, Kontra K, Cypress Hill, Marteria, Adel Tawil, Lina, Solomun, Scorpions, Robin Schulz, and Silbermond. Among the acquisitions he led were German Schlager label Telamo and rights packages from Tina Turner, Jean-Michel Jarre, Martin Solveig, Nena (band), Cro, and Eurodance acts including Snap!, Haddaway and Dr. Alban.