cobalt has appointed two new leaders to its global publishing team, including Lindsey Lanier, vice president, creative, and Desi O’Meara, director, creative.
Lanier will be based in Los Angeles while O’Meara will be based in New York.
Both will be tasked with signing artists and writers, as well as collaborating with the global Kobalt creative list.
Lanier began her career in music at universal music publishing group.
During her 11 years there, she worked her way up from assistant to creative executive, working with artists such as Jhene Aiko, Big Sean, Childish Gambino, Blackbear, YGStacy Barthe, Brian Kennedy and others.
Most recently, Lanier was part of the Motown Records team as Vice President of A&R.
There she worked with artists such as Tiana Major9, Vince Staples, Smino and others.
In addition to A&Ring Vince Staples’ self-titled LP in 2021, Lanier A&R has produced the Queen & Slim soundtrack, its title track CollideIn 2021, she was nominated for a Grammy for Best R&B Song.
Desi O’Meara has over a decade of A&R experience. He started his career at Island-Def Jam before becoming Director of A&R at Columbia Records/sony music.
During his time at Columbia he played a key role in identifying, signing and overseeing the creative development of artists such as Dove Cameron, Kaskade, Frenship and Phoebe Ryan.
In addition, O’Meara worked for a year Sony Sweden’s A&R team in Stockholm, where he worked with Scandinavian artists and songwriters.
“I am very excited to join the Kobalt creative team. I’ve been a fan of this company, this team and their incredible roster of global talent across all genres for so long.”
Lindsey Lanier
Lanier said, “I am very excited to join the Kobalt creative team. I’ve been a fan of this company, this team and their incredible roster of global talent across all genres for so long.
“My entire career has been built on my passion for discovering and developing talent and I am honored to continue to do so here. I would like to thank Jamie, Alison, Jeannette and Laurent for the opportunity to bring this passion and experience to this innovative and technology-driven music company.”
“I’m excited to join Kobalt, a company known for its commitment to music creators and innovative technology.”
Desi O’Meara
O’Meara said, “I am excited to join Kobalt, a company known for its commitment to music creators and innovative technology. I’m also honored to be part of such a talented creative team and privileged to work with people who share my passion for music and songwriting.
“I have long admired Kobalt’s commitment to service and transparency and am grateful to Laurent, Jeannette, Alison and Melissa for their trust and support. I look forward to contributing to the team and helping to equip music creators with the resources they need to thrive.”
“The inclusion of Lindsey further enriches our creative team. Having them on board is a huge win for our writers as we continue to recognize cobalt as a leading creative destination.”
Jamie Kinelski, Cobalt
Senior Vice President & Head of West Coast Creative, Jamie Kinelski, said: “With her incredible experience, passion for music and respect across the industry, the addition of Lindsey further enriches our creative team.
“Having her on board is a huge win for our writers as we continue to recognize cobalt as a leading creative destination.”
“With Desi’s focus on electronics and pop, he is a strong addition to Kobalt and a welcome addition to our team!”
Melissa Emert-Hutner, Cobalt
Melissa Emert-Hutner, Vice President, Creative said, “We are excited to have Desi join Kobalt’s New York-based A&R team. He is a true advocate for music creators with an impressive track record in A&R at Columbia Records and in management.
“With Desi’s focus on electronics and pop, he is a strong addition to Kobalt and a welcome addition to our team!”
Beginning of the month, cobalt increased alison donald, who joined Kobalt in 2017 from Columbia to Head of Global Creative.
In the second week of March, Kobalt founder Willard Ahdritz led a seven-figure investment round in artist marketing platform un:hurd.music business worldwide
