Universal Music Greater China has signed Jason Zhang, one of the most commercially successful artists in Chinese-language pop, in a wide-ranging deal spanning recorded music, artist management, live performance and international strategy, structured in partnership with Zhang’s personal label, Planet Culture.
In a separate announcement, Universal Music Group also revealed a strategic investment in Solution One, a leading Thai music distribution and publishing business.
Zhang has released more than 17 albums and EPs across a career of more than two decades and has accumulated over 100 million followers across Chinese social media platforms. He is also the first Chinese artist to receive the American Music Awards’ International Artist Award.
His profile as a live performer was reinforced earlier this year when he completed 16 sold-out shows at Beijing National Stadium –the Bird’s Nest – over 24 days, drawing a total audience exceeding one million. The run formed part of his Future.Live — Leave For 1982 World Tour.
Timothy Xu, chair and CEO of Universal Music Greater China, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Jason Zhang to UMGC, whose exceptional musical talent has had great impact on Chinese music and culture. This new, holistic relationship is designed to support the next stage of Jason’s career, and in partnership with his personal label Planet Culture we look forward to taking his music to new audiences – in China, and internationally.”
