Symphonic Distribution Hires Ed Poston as Head of A&R

06 August 2025 - Press release

Symphonic Distribution, a leading music technology and services company for independent labels, managers, and artists, has hired Ed Poston as Head of A&R. Reporting to Symphonic’s Chief Creative Officer, Randall Foster, Poston joins the team with over 15 years of experience discovering, signing, and developing groundbreaking artists and songwriters across the U.S., U.K., and Europe. Based in New York City, Poston will work alongside Foster and Tim Bruno, Symphonic’s SVP of Sales Operations, to expand Symphonic’s artist relationships and help fuel the company’s continued global growth.

Poston’s career spans leadership roles at Concord Music Publishing, Glassnote Records, BMI, and most recently as Head of A&R at Grammy-winning music company Creative Titans. He was an early champion of Ed Sheeran, Avicii, and Cashmere Cat, signing them during their formative years at BMI. While at BMI, he worked with hit songwriter Caroline Ailin, who is now known for writing for Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez, and Katy Perry.

During his time at Glassnote, Poston led A&R for Aurora’s breakthrough album, All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend, featuring the single “Runaway,” which has been streamed over 1 billion times to date. In addition, he co-signed Grammy and Ivor Novello-winning writers Alex Metric, who has written for Silk City and Dua Lipa, and Justin Parker, who has written for Rihanna and Lana Del Rey.

“I know that Ed will be a valuable contributor to our mission as we expand into new global markets and double down on the ones where we already have presence,” said Foster. “His track record of signing phenomenal artists and songwriters speaks for itself, and his leadership will ensure that Symphonic is well-positioned to continue growing rapidly while supporting our artists at the highest level.”

“Joining Symphonic was an immediate yes,” said Poston. “I’ve long admired the team and their commitment to artist empowerment, and it is clear that we have unlimited growth potential together. I am looking forward to the journey ahead.”