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The article presents profile of rapper Tinie Tempah who promoted his own What We Wear collection paired with a diamond ring on his finger and gold-rimmed sunglasses. It mentions working of Tempah with Miles Leonard of Warner Music UK, Mark Mitchell of Parlophone Records, Guy Moot of Sony/ATV and Billy Wood of United Talent Agency. It also mentions about his albums like "Girls Like" and "Not Letting Go."

The article presents tips from various notables on how unsigned artists could be famous. Glyn Aikins, Virgin Records artist & repertoire (A&R) director, artists should make a point that the team they had employed could impart value on their career. Ryan Farley, A&R scout, says that one should be unique in many ways including in style, sound, and image. Miles Leonard, president of Parlophone and Virgin A&R Labels, mentions that one should be aware on the marketing process in the music industry.

An interview with record label Parlophone Records Ltd. chairman Miles Leonard is presented. Topics discussed by Leonard during the interview include his insight on the music release of Coldplay "Ghost Stories," the strategy of the release, the streaming services of the band, and the partnership of the band with audio products producer Beats Electronics.

An interview with Miles Leonard of Parlophone and Warner Bros. UK is presented. When asked on his goal with Warner Bros., he says that he wanted Warner to be a priority destination for new artist or manager. He discusses his performance when working with Parlophone and Virgin at EMI in handling multiple artists. He believes that his philosophy and those of Max Lousada of Warner Music UK Ltd. are intertwined, wherein, they remain respectful and friends with each other despite being competitors.

The article reports that Parlophone chairman Miles Leonard was confident that the new music album from cartoon band Gorillaz titled "Humanz" will be a phenomenal success and will have an increasing audience across all streaming platforms in 2017.

The article offers the insights and approaches of Andria Vidler, chief executive officer (CEO) of Electrical and Music Industries (EMI) in Great Britain in handling music artists and their music such as Kate Bush. It mentions Vidler's conversation with EMI Recorded Music North America chairman and CEO David Munns regarding Bush's album "The Sensual World". It features Vidler's reorganization on EMI employees such as Miles Leonard and his promotion as a president of Virgin and Parlophone.

The article reports that Virgin Records Ltd. president Miles Leonard is projecting to expand the artist and repertoire (A&R) department of the company as part of the initiative to give more time with managers and artists.

The article highlights a round-table discussion involving label and management executives in the British sound recording industry. They include Miles Leonard of Parlophone Records, Todd Interland of Twenty-First Artists and Dramatico artist Katie Melua. They tackled issues concerning the 2006 BRIT Awards.

Reports on the launch of music recording "Keys to the World," performed by Richard Ashcroft in Great Britain. Promotion of the album with a headline data at London's King's College and support slots with Coldplay; Assessment of the broad potential of the new album by Parlophone managing director Miles Leonard; Production of Ashcroft's third solo set by Chris Potter.

The article lists the team members for the creation of the music album "Drones," which include Miles Leonard, Mandy Plumb, and Geoff Meal.

The article reports that Miles Leonard, vice president of Virgin Records and Parlophone, is supporting a new Bachelor of Arts (BA) course in Commercial Music Management at Brighton Institute of Modern Music (BIMM) in England.

The article reports that singer Laura Marling will release her album "A Creature I Don't Know," produced by Ethan Johns in September 2011. It says that Marling, who received the best female solo artist award at the 2011 Brit Awards, provide the standard with her first two records, which were both nominated for a Barclaycard Mercury Prize. Virgin Records Ltd. President Miles Leonard states that Marling's return has not been about awards, but how she can return and develop her songwriting talent. INSET: ETHAN JOHNS ON PRODUCING LAURA MARLING.

The article focuses on the efforts of Miles Leonard, president of music company Parlophone Records, to continue attracting new talents in Great Britain. The author mentions the success of the first single of rapper Tinie Tempah entitled "Pass Out," which is at the number one spot of the singles chart. He also reveals that the success of the rapper could land Parlophone to simultaneously top both the albums and singles chart.

The article reports on the contract of Immodesty Blaize as the first non-recording artist of Parlophone Records, a subsidiary company of EMI Group Ltd., in Great Britain. According to Miles Leonard, Parlophone president, they need to broaden out into areas other than simply working with recording artists. It is stressed that Immodesty will portray as a dancer in the film "Burlesque Undressed," by Parlophone.

The article presents the answers of several people in the music industry in Great Britain to a question about whether the music titles on the shelves in December 2006 are strong enough to make up for lackluster sales in October and November. Among those who offer comments are Matt Thomas of Warner Music, Matt Henderson of Amazon UK, and Miles Leonard of EMI.

This article reports on the return of the girl-group All Saints. The group was signed to the Parlophone record label, and Miles Leonard, the managing director of the label, comments on the vision that the company has for the band. The new album is called "Studio 1" and the first single "Rock Steady" will be released on November 6, 2006. Parlophone plans to market the album heavily in the United Kingdom. INSETS: All Saints' track record to date;Nineties pop acts are back for good.

The article expresses the apprehensions concerning the annual Glastonbury. Miies Leonanl and Michael Eavis brought their team down to Glastonbiiry's legendary green fields for a day of music and sunshine.

The article reports on the appointment of Nigel Coxon by Parlophone A&R as its new head. He will be responsible for the entire A&R function of the company. Meanwhile, Jamie Nelson will retain his time between the Innocent and Parlophone roster and reporting directly to the managing director of Parlophone Miles Leonard. Leonard said that Coxon's entry is a plus. Coxon, on the other hand, said that Parlophone is his top choice of the major companies.

Presents experts' opinion on the popularity of the British group Crazy Frog. Miles Leonard of Parlophone; Iain Spillman of Virgin Megastores; Mike Sault of Mercury Records.

Reports on the potential of the music group Gorillaz to be included in the Top 40 music charts in Great Britain. Impact of music downloads on the success of the groups' new single; Explanation of Parlophone managing director Miles Leonard regarding the benefit of releasing a download backed by a seven-inch single; Influence of digital sales on the top end of the chart.

Reports on the release of third album "Come As You Are," performed by rhythm and blues singer Berveley Knight in Great Britain. Description of the album's content; Expectations of Parlophone managing director Miles Leonard towards the singing capabilities of Knight; Anticipation on sales of the album.

Presents world briefs related to the music industry as of July 26, 2003. Appointment of Terry Felgate and Miles Leonard at EMI Records and Parlophone, respectively; Launch of an office in China by Spanish authors and publishers society SGAE; Integration of the operations of Zomba Records Japan into those of BMG Funhouse.

In a move which he says partly reflects the company's 'promote from within' policy, Capitol Music UK president Keith Wozencroft has announced the promotion of two long-serving executives to head the group's labels. Terry Felgate has been promoted to MD, EMI Records Ltd., while Miles Leonard has been given the role of MD at Parlophone. Wozencroft said that these appointments were part of a long term management planning strategy.

Reports on the appointment of Terry Felgate and Miles Leonard as managing directors of EMI Records and Parlophone respectively. Job responsibilities; Career histories.