Capitol Christian Music Group Promotes Josh Bailey, Matt Reed To SVPs
Pictured (L-R): Josh Bailey and Matt Reed. Photo: Robby Klein
Josh Bailey and Matt Reed have been promoted at Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) to SVP, A&R and SVP, Marketing, respectively.
Bailey leads the team that oversees the creative development of the current Capitol CMG artist roster and works directly with TobyMac, Crowder, We The Kingdom, Jeremy Camp, Tauren Wells and Anne Wilson, among others. He began his career as a Business Manager for industry veteran Tom Jackson and joined Word Entertainment in 2005, working in the A&R department. He rose to Senior Vice President of A&R and Publishing at the label and was instrumental in the careers of for King & Country, We Are Messengers, Francesca Battistelli and others.
“It is such an honor to work alongside our industry-leading team developing artists, elevating their brands, and supporting their ministries,” explains Bailey. “Thank you Brad [O’Donnell] and Hudson [Plachy] for entrusting me with this incredible opportunity. I’m grateful to continue to lead in this expanded role as we partner together to build bright futures for our entire artist roster and this extraordinary team.”
Reed began his career at CCMG in 2014 as head of the label group’s digital marketing team. In 2018, he was promoted to VP, Digital Marketing & Content to lead the company’s digital strategy, innovation and advertising efforts. Reed has been integral to campaigns for Tauren Wells, Anne Wilson, We The Kingdom, Hillsong United, Chris Tomlin, TobyMac, Crowder, Riley Clemmons and more. Prior to joining the Capitol CMG team, Reed oversaw Provident Label Group’s digital marketing department, as well as contributed to the marketing and development of the Essential Worship label.
“I’m thankful to Hudson, Brad, and the CMG team for this opportunity and their belief in me over the years,” adds Reed. “I’m proud to be a part of a market-leading company that has a long history of success, innovation and developing the next generation of industry leaders. Our team is passionate about being an artist-first label with a globalized approach to artist development, and I’m excited to continue this vision as we connect with audiences in a digitally forward and culturally relevant way.”
“We couldn’t be happier to announce the promotions of Matt Reed and Josh Bailey,” Co-Presidents Brad O’Donnell and Hudson Plachy share. “Both have long and proven track records in artist development and care deeply about our roster and the artists on it. We are excited to see them take on expanded responsibilities and are confident they’ll achieve even more in their new roles.”
