Warner Music Italy is celebrating its 50th anniversary by launching two new frontline labels: say ciao to Warner Records Italy and Atlantic Records Italy.
In its announcement, the company described the expansion as a strategic evolution designed to build more agile, focused teams that better support both established and emerging artists.
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Eleonora Rubini will lead Warner Records Italy as label director, with Leonardo Luan heading A&R, Ruth Hagos as senior A&R urban, Anna Rampinelli as head of marketing, and Sara Daniele as head of promotions. Atlantic Records Italy will be led by Marco Masoli, backed by Filippo Gimigliano as head of A&R, Riccardo Primavera as senior A&R urban, Gianluca Covezzi in marketing, and Eleonora Bruno in promotions. Both labels will have dedicated digital, international, and domestic project managers, reporting to vp Gianluca Guido and president Pico Cibelli.
ADA Italy will continue handling distribution and artist services, now under Renato Tanchis, who reports to Masoli. ADA also announced a new exclusive partnership with Andrea Comi (Attica Music) and Davide D’Aquino (Triggger), who is leaving ADA to focus on scouting and development under the WEA Music Italy brand.
“As we celebrate WM Italy’s 50th anniversary, these changes will set up WM Italy for its next chapter,” said Cibelli. “The launch of Warner Records Italy and Atlantic Records Italy is an evolution that strengthens our ability to superserve our artists and connect audiences old and new all over the world. I have immense confidence in Eleonora, Marco, Renato, and their teams to drive our next era of growth and success.”
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Rubini said the move allows for “a more focused approach to artist development,” creating an environment that supports both established acts and rising talent. Masoli added that the goal is to build “a home where creativity thrives and our artists can reach their full potential on the world stage.”
Italy’s music market continues to expand, with recorded music revenues surpassing 440 million euros in 2023 — up 18.8% year over year — making it the EU’s third-largest after Germany and France, according to trade org FIMI. Streaming led with 65% of total revenue, while physical formats rose to a 14% share as vinyl sales jumped 24.3% and CDs 3.8%. Growth remained strong in early 2025, also according to FIMI, with total revenues up 9.7% and both streaming and physical segments posting double-digit gains.
