RIOTUSA: The Fusion of Talent and Business in Today’s Music Scene

Warner Chappell Music (WCM) has recently secured a worldwide publishing deal with rising producer, songwriter, and recording artist, RIOTUSA. Hailing from the bustling streets of New York City, RIOTUSA has played a pivotal role in Ice Spice’s ascent to stardom, making him an essential collaborator in her chart-topping hits.

Their recent collaboration with Nicki Minaj on the “Princess Diana (Remix)” catapulted the track to No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100, while also ranking at No. 11 on Rhythm and No. 20 on Urban radio. RIOTUSA’s production prowess also shines through in Ice Spice’s gold-certified single “In Ha Mood,” currently dominating the No. 1 spot on Urban radio. Together, these songs command an impressive weekly audience of over 37 million listeners.

RIOTUSA’s career trajectory has been nothing short of stellar. He has contributed to five Billboard Hot 100 hits with Ice Spice and earned the coveted top position on Billboard’s Top Producer list for several weeks. Notably, he collaborated with Aqua on Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice’s “Barbie World,” a track associated with the highly anticipated Barbie movie scheduled for release on June 23, complete with an accompanying music video. Additionally, RIOTUSA co-wrote the “Karma” remix with Ice Spice and Taylor Swift, securing Ice Spice the distinction of achieving the biggest streaming debut for a female rapper in Spotify’s global history. He also lent his talents to PinkPantheress’ “Boy’s a liar Pt. 2,” featuring Ice Spice, which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the highest charting single for both artists at the time.

Reflecting on the signing with WCM, RIOTUSA expressed his appreciation for the respect shown by Warner Chappell and their commitment to help him realize his creative vision and goals. Ryan Press, President of North America at Warner Chappell Music, recognizes RIOTUSA as one of the most exciting and sought-after producers to emerge from New York’s illustrious hip-hop scene. Press’s experience working with renowned music producers during their early careers lends credibility to his belief that RIOTUSA is on track to become one of the industry’s best producers in his generation.

James Rosemond Jr, CEO and founder of Mastermind Artists and manager to RIOTUSA & Ice Spice, acknowledged RIOTUSA’s proven ability to create chart-topping hits through his frequent collaborations with Ice Spice. Given their impressive track record of multiple Billboard Hot 100 entries and radio hits, Rosemond knew it was the opportune moment to secure a publishing admin partner like Warner Chappell to support RIOTUSA’s works in synchronization, licensing, and collection. Rosemond is enthusiastic about this next chapter, highlighting the increased reach and elevated efforts that will result from joining forces with Ryan Press and the global Warner Chappell team.

RIOTUSA’s journey began at a young age, inspired by his father, Hot 97’s DJ Enuff, and his exposure to New York’s rich musical heritage. Since 2021, he has played a pivotal role in Ice Spice’s rise to fame, producing her early releases and executive producing her EP, Like..?, which includes standout tracks such as “Gangsta Boo” featuring Lil Tjay, her first Billboard Hot 100 hit, “Munch (Feelin’ U),” and “In Ha Mood.” Additionally, he has collaborated with notable artists like Sheck Wes and Fivio Foreign, further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished producer.

The partnership between RIOTUSA and Warner Chappell Music signifies the fusion of creative brilliance and commercial expertise. RIOTUSA’s impressive catalog, infused with the raw energy of his New York roots and marked by his diverse collaborations, aligns seamlessly with the support and opportunities that Warner Chappell Music is poised to provide. Together, they are poised to make an indelible impact on the contemporary music landscape.

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