Sony Music Publishing has signed legendary producer Mike Dean and key members of his M.W.A. (Musicians With Attitude) collective in a global publishing deal. The agreement includes producers Sean Solymar, Tommy Rush, and Sage Skolfield, establishing a strategic partnership to develop new talent.

Mike Dean's influence spans decades in the music industry, from his early '90s work with southern rap pioneers to collaborations with modern stars like Travis Scott, Beyoncé, and The Weeknd. His recent achievements include selling out shows at the Wiltern in Los Angeles and scoring HBO's The Idol.

Key collaborator achievements:

• Sean Solymar: Worked with Nas, Latto, and Madonna; Grammy-winning production on "Jail"
• Tommy Rush: Collaborations with Beyoncé, Travis Scott; production on The Weeknd's Platinum-certified "Popular"
• Sage Skolfield: Recent works with The Weeknd, including "Dancing in the Flames" and HBO's The Idol soundtrack

Sony Music Publishing Chairman & CEO Jon Platt emphasized Dean's transformative influence on hip-hop and modern music, expressing enthusiasm for the partnership's potential to shape music's future through M.W.A.'s innovative production approach.

M.W.A., founded in 2017, continues to work with leading artists across genres, maintaining its reputation for groundbreaking production and talent development.

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