New West Names Ruthig GM Following Strang’s Exit

Founder and longtime President of New West Records Cameron Strang has joined Warner/Chappell Music as CEO. New West GM

Michael Ruthig will assume the label’s daily operations responsibilities. In this role he will continue to oversee domestic and international sales, with a more active role in Production and A&R. Prior to joining New West, Ruthig held positions at EMI, Clear Channel and Live Nation.

Katelyn Craig will also see her role expanded in light of this change, as she is promoted to lead New West Independent Music Publishing. Her responsibilities include overseeing all creative and administrative services for NWIMP artists, as well as securing film and TV placement.
Contact Ruthig at Ruthig@newwestrecords.com or 310-246-5766. Reach Craig at katelyn@newwestrecords.com or 310-246-5766.