Japanese entertainment giant Avex has acquired S10 Music Publishing and launched a new Los Angeles-based division, Avex Music Group (AMG), with Brandon Silverstein as CEO.

The acquisition follows Avex's strategic investment in S10 Entertainment last May through Avex USA. The deal includes:

• Complete acquisition of S10 Music Publishing's catalog
• Additional stake in S10 Management, making Avex the largest shareholder alongside Silverstein and Roc Nation
• Formation of Avex Music Group (AMG), incorporating S10 Publishing and Avex USA's assets

Key structural changes:

• Avex USA employees will join AMG
• S10's existing team and operations remain unchanged
• S10 Management maintains separate staff under Silverstein's leadership
• S10 Records continues as an independent label under Silverstein's ownership

Avex CEO Katsumi Kuroiwa stated this move strengthens their U.S. market presence and positions Avex as a significant force in international music. Silverstein joins as both CEO and board member of AMG, while maintaining his leadership roles in S10 Management and S10 Records.

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