Downtown Music Publishing Appoints Jason Taylor to VP of Business Development

Alongside Taylor’s appointment, Bea Koramblyum steps into an expanded role as Global Head of Business Affairs & VP of Business Development to drive Downtown Music Publishing’s next phase of growth.

Downtown Music Publishing (DMP), the preferred music publishing partner for some of the world’s most beloved songwriters, storied catalogs, and emerging artists, today announced the appointment of Jason Taylor as Vice President of Business Development. Based in Los Angeles and reporting to Chief Creative Officer Jedd Katrancha, Taylor will lead efforts to build upon the company’s established global roster, focusing on high-value legacy catalogs and forging new B2B partnerships.

Taylor joins DMP following senior roles at ICONOCLAST, Hipgnosis Songs Group, and Big Deal Music Group, where he was instrumental in identifying, signing, and cultivating value in culturally significant music assets, artists and catalogs. At Downtown, he will build upon this experience to deepen the company’s L.A.-based footprint, working alongside the broader global team to enhance creative and commercial opportunities.

“I’ve long admired Downtown’s commitment to creativity and authentic artist growth,” said Jason Taylor, VP of Business Development at Downtown Music Publishing. “I’m thrilled to be joining such a future-forward thinking team continuing to elevate and advocate for the presence of the songwriter as a core part of its mission”

The company also announced an expanded role for Bea Koramblyum, who will now serve as Global Head of Business Affairs & Vice President of Business Development. The new title formalizes her longstanding contributions to Downtown’s catalog growth through strategic dealmaking and business development initiatives. Recently named Chair of the Music Business Association, Koramblyum has been instrumental in deepening Downtown’s industry relationships and expanding its network of high-value partnerships for years.

“I’ve had the privilege of working with DMP for many years and contributing to its growth and success alongside an incredible global team” said Bea Koramblyum, Global Head of Business Affairs & Vice President of Business Development. “I’m honored to be stepping into this expanded role to build on this foundation and deepen our partnerships worldwide.”

Together, these appointments signal DMP’s sharpened focus on accelerating catalog growth and reinforcing its position as a leading force in creative-led publishing.

“Jason brings a rare blend of creative instinct and commercial acumen, with a track record of cultivating long-term relationships and building enduring catalog value,” said Jedd Katrancha, Downtown Music Publishing’s Chief Creative Officer. “Bea’s expanded role is a reflection of the leadership and vision she has brought to Downtown for many years, her work central to the growth of our catalog. I'm excited to see her impact grow further. Both appointments represent a clear investment in our future that prioritizes high-quality creative partnerships, strategic acquisitions, and long-term value creation for our songwriters and partners.”

The announcement follows a banner year for Downtown Music Publishing, whose clients and songwriters have been recognized across the industry’s top accolades. DMP was honored with 13 wins at the 2025 BMI Latin Awards, marking its second consecutive year of recognition, and songwriters from its roster contributed to over 30 nominations at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards, along with four wins at the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs. The company has also seen a wealth of new global signings and renewals in the last year, including Peso Pluma, Tori Amos and Cameron Montgomery. These milestones underscore DMP’s dedication to representing best-in-class talent and delivering creative success on a global scale.