Tomás Talarico has been appointed as the new managing director of Warner Music Southern Cone, overseeing the operations of the recording company in Argentina and Chile.
Talarico succeeds the highly respected leader Guillermo Castellani, who resigned this week.
Talarico, based in Buenos Aires, reports to Alejandro Duke, President of Warner Music Latin America.
Castellani will remain with the company as a consultant, collaborating closely with Talarico on leadership matters.
Experience and Achievements
Talarico previously founded the independent music company Mojo, a sound recording label and digital distributor, in 2014. He has served as managing director there for the past decade, succeeding Francisco Zanel in this role.
During his time at Mojo, Talarico built a team of over 30 employees across Argentina, Chile, and Peru, playing a pivotal role in the growth of tropical and urban music genres in these markets.
Mojo currently works with more than 150 artists and labels, also engaging in audiovisual production management and music publishing. The company has produced over 50 certified gold and platinum singles, earning eight Gardel awards and two Pulsar awards.
Talarico is credited with significantly advancing the careers of emerging artists like Ecko, Grupo Zumbale Primo, Kaleb di Masi, Mario Luis, Papichamp, Rodrigo Tapari, and Uriel Lozano.
He was instrumental in the successful joint project Un Poco de Ruido, which reached the number one spot on the Spotify chart in Argentina last year. In addition to his executive role, Talarico is a talented musician, having released five rock and pop albums over the years.
Before launching Mojo, WMG noted that Talarico was a pioneer of the first digital wave in the music sector, working for companies that sold MP3s and ringtones.
He began his career as a leader at Tower Records.
“Thomas has an entrepreneurial spirit and a sense of cultural curiosity that makes him incredibly suitable for Warner Music.”
Alejandro Duke, Warner
Alejandro Duke remarked: “Thomas has an entrepreneurial spirit and a sense of cultural curiosity that makes him incredibly suitable for Warner Music. He has worked for a long time at the intersection of music and technology, utilizing innovations to serve artists. I look forward to collaborating with him on exciting projects while continuing Guillermo’s legacy.”
“I also want to take this opportunity to thank Guillermo for his incredible contributions and tireless efforts over the years. He played a key role in the careers of remarkable artists like Maria Beserra and Tiago PZK.”
“I’m pleased that he will collaborate with Thomas to facilitate a smooth leadership transition, and we wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
“To be able to use a large label’s resources to nurture exceptional talents in this region is an incredible opportunity.”
Thomas Talarico
Thomas Talarico expressed: “I am honored to join Warner Music and grateful to Alejandro for this opportunity. Utilizing a major label’s resources to foster exceptional talents in this region is an incredible chance.”
“I also want to pay tribute to the wonderful Guillermo Castellani, who built such a strong team and made a significant impact on the wider music industry. He leaves big shoes to fill, and I am excited about the opportunity to continue his legacy!”
“I wish Thomas success in writing the next chapter in the Southern Cone. I am confident that he will continue to lead Warner Music’s growth, keeping it a magnet for new musical talents in this region.”
Guillermo Castellani
Guillermo Castellani reflected: “I enjoyed an incredible career and was fortunate to share many moments and mentor great leaders in this vibrant industry. My last years at Warner Music were particularly rewarding as we developed a significant catalog, thanks to the freedom we enjoyed and the support of Alejandro Duke since he took charge of the Latin America regional office. I am grateful to the Warner Music South Cone family for making my work enjoyable every day; without them, achieving our goals would have been impossible.”
“I wish Thomas success in crafting the next chapter in the Southern Cone. I am confident that he will continue to propel Warner Music’s growth, ensuring it remains a beacon for new musical talents in this part of the world.”
Lucas focuses on the interaction between music and society. He specializes in how music influences and reflects cultures, analyzing the role of sound in social, political, and cultural events around the world.
