Singer-songwriter and Disney star Liamani has officially signed with Def Jam Records and is set to release her debut single, “Sunkissed.”
At just 16 years old, Liamani has garnered significant support from music icons Justin Bieber and Mariah Carey. She began her music career after landing a lead role in Disney’s “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.”
Liamani taught herself to sing from a young age and started uploading covers of popular songs on YouTube, which attracted attention from key figures in the industry. Her rise to fame began when, at five years old, she performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” at a school talent show. A video of that performance went viral. “Sunkissed” will be part of her first project, expected to launch in 2025.
In related news, Kerry Harrison has been appointed as the communications director at Rolling Loud.
Raised in Los Angeles, Harrison previously worked at the publicity firm Audible Treats, where she directed campaigns for various festival and artist clients, including Rolling Loud and Sueños Festival.
Rolling Loud is gearing up for its second annual event in Thailand, scheduled for November 22-24 in Pattaya City. The flagship festival in Miami will celebrate its 10th anniversary from December 13-15 at Hard Rock Stadium.
Additionally, Los Angeles-based AI music company KLAY Vision Inc. has announced a collaboration with Universal Music Group (UMG). The partnership aims to create an “ethical foundational model for AI-generated music.”
KLAY aims to be a leader in innovation, stating that it is committed to enhancing musical creativity and human artistry through AI. The company emphasizes the importance of building generative AI music models that respect copyright and likeness rights to protect human creators while opening new avenues for creativity and revenue.
KLAY is led by music producer Ary Attie, former Sony Music president Thomas Hesse, and Björn Winckler, who will join soon from Google DeepMind.
Michael Nash, executive VP and chief digital officer of UMG, expressed excitement about partnering with KLAY’s team to explore ethical solutions for artists and the music industry. He noted UMG’s commitment to innovation and support for entrepreneurship while protecting human artistry.
Attie added, “Research is vital for establishing AI music, but technology alone is insufficient without cultural engagement. KLAY’s goal is to make its innovations seamlessly integrated into daily life, ensuring that music AI becomes more than just a trend. Our greatest artists have always embraced new technologies, and we believe the next Beatles will emerge through KLAY.”
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