UTA promotes James Wright as co-head of UK Music Division

United Talent Agency (UTA) has promoted music agent James Wright to co-head of its UK Music division.

In his new role, UTA said he will help oversee the division’s long-term strategy while continuing to represent artists across pop, rock, jazz, electronic, hip-hop and adult contemporary music.

Wright joined UTA in 2015 following the agency’s acquisition of The Agency Group. Before joining UTA, he worked at Elastic Artists and previously served as an A&R manager at Candid Records.

His current client roster includes Lizzo, John Legend, David Byrne, Jacob Collier, Rita Ora, Underworld, Take That, Jon Batiste and The Marías. Earlier this year, he was also named a UTA Partner.

UTA said the appointment reflects the role of its London office within the agency’s global touring business and its international growth strategy.

Wright said, “Our focus is on signing exceptional artists and continuing to build a team culture that is inclusive, collaborative, and accountable, where a colleague’s win or an artist’s success genuinely feels like a win for everyone.”