Scott Clayton Exits WME

Scott Clayton

Agent Scott Clayton has left WME, MusicRow has confirmed.

Clayton was Partner at WME and Co-Head of the agency’s Music Division, responsible for leading the team of agents representing the biggest names across all genres of music. He also served as co-head of WME’s Nashville office, overseeing daily operations and guiding a diverse team of agents who work across divisions including music, books, TV, film, digital, endorsements and more.

Clayton has guided the touring careers for clients such as Zac Brown Band, John Mayer, Dead & Company, Train, My Morning Jacket, Kings of Leon, Michael Franti, Rodrigo y Gabriela and many others. Based in Nashville, Clayton previously served as the Co-Chair of the city’s prestigious Music City Music Council.

“We appreciate all of Scott’s contributions to the agency over the past four years and wish him all the best,” WME said in a statement.

It is reported that Clayton has joined UTA. The agency did not respond to request for comment.

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