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April 29, 2021 On this day in Hip-Hop history, we celebrate the birth of one of rap’s most successful icons. With a net worth of about $800 million, Percy ‘Master P’ Miller is a pinnacle of work ethic, determination, and financial prowess. From his humble beginnings to being the executive of one of the most powerful record labels of its time, P. Miller has definitely earned his spot among the titans of the culture. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1970, Miller was able to build his empire off of a $10,000 malpractice settlement check he received due to the passing of his grandfather wh...

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"Greg’s elevation to president of promotion reflects the impressive track record of breaking hit records he and his team have built over the past several years," Vaughn said. "Greg has a keen understanding of how promotion strategy fits into the larger picture of artist development, and he will play a key role in shaping our company’s future as a member of our executive management team. I know everyone at the Tower joins me in congratulating Greg on this well-deserved promotion." Marella's 25-year career began at Priority Records in 1995 as West Coast regional director of promotion. From ...

Music Business Worldwide January 26, 2021 Highly respected music executive Greg Marella has been promoted to President of Promotion and Executive Vice President of Capitol Music Group (CMG), it was announced today by the company’s Chairman & CEO, Jeff Vaughn, to whom Marella reports. In his elevated position, Marella will continue to oversee the planning and execution of promotion strategies for the company’s portfolio of labels. In his broader CMG EVP role, he will help strategize and navigate CMG’s future course as a key member of Vaughn’s executive management team. Marella is based...