Horus Music Appoints Rich Orchard as Managing Director to Lead Next Phase of Independent Music Growth

09 May 2025 - Press release

Horus Music, the global digital distribution, publishing, and label services company, has announced the appointment of Rich Orchard as Managing Director of Horus Music Limited and sister company, Anara Publishing. This strategic move reinforces the company’s dedication to championing independent artists, songwriters and labels worldwide.

Established in 2006, Horus Music has built a reputation for empowering creators through transparent, artist-focused services. With a presence in over 150 digital platforms, the company continues to support artists, labels, and songwriters at every stage of their careers.

Reporting to company founder Nick Dunn who now steps into a CEO position, Orchard joins from Downtown Music where he spent six years leading CD Baby operations and marketing for the UK & Europe, before being promoted to a broader global role as Director of Artist & Community Engagement.

Prior to that, as Head of Digital at Absolute Label Services he led DSP & client relationships, working frontline marketing campaigns from the likes of Steps and Jack Savoretti.

Orchard also spent seven years as a Producer at UK Activision development studio FreeStyleGames, music supervising titles such as Guitar Hero Live and DJ Hero.

In his new role, Rich will lead efforts to strengthen Horus Music’s global services and expand Anara Publishing’s sync placements worldwide, with a strong focus on innovation, artist support, and strategic growth. 

Commenting on his appointment, Orchard said “Joining Horus at this moment in time is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a company that truly values artists. Over the past decade, I’ve watched with admiration at what Nick and the team have built; from a very comprehensive suite of distribution & label services, to their impressive expansion in recent years in the Global South. I’m incredibly excited to now lead this next chapter of the business. Horus’ commitment to empowering today's independent artist community with the tools and services they need, aligns perfectly with mine. I look forward to building on their success."

On appointing Rich as Managing Director, CEO and Founder, Nick Dunn, added: "I’m thrilled to welcome Rich to the Horus and Anara family. His passion for music and proven professionalism make him the ideal person to help lead our next chapter. With his vast experience and insight, I know Horus Music and Anara Publishing will go from strength to strength as we continue to support our growing community of artists, songwriters and partners."

This leadership transition marks a significant step in Horus Music’s ongoing mission to provide accessible, artist-first solutions in the independent music sector.