Intercept Music's Heavy Hitter Additions Mark Global Industry Expansion

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Intercept Music, headed by visionary industry veteran, founder and chairman, Ralph Tashjian and forging software creator, CEO, Tod Turner, has confirmed commitment to maintaining their leading industry edge. The company, known for spearheading increased earnings and streaming goals for legions of independents, has announced the addition of three expert industry heavy weights. Spain-based, Raquel Martins takes lead as Special Advisor YouTube Services and Latin music industry authority Martin Roca is positioned as General Manager, Mexico.  Music mogul Bob Frank, CEO of Bob Frank Entertainment, joins their board of directors in an advisory role.

Intercept Music's newly added executive roster augments their focused capacity to reshape the landscape of music marketing and distribution. As the first in the industry to introduce AI integration to the marketing and distribution process, Intercept Music has been recognized for its exceptional ability to enable its artists and labels with tools that level the playing field and control their music with a system that is beyond major label servicing.  Bob Frank, Raquel Martins and Martin Roca bring powerhouse plays to the Intercept Music platform. 

Bob Frank is a 35-year veteran of the music business and the former chairman and board member of Merlin Entertainments.  He was the president of Koch Records / E1 Music from its founding in 1999 to 2009.  He formed Bob Frank Entertainment (BFE) shortly thereafter and has global distribution with The Orchard where the company is a top sub-distributor. He brings extensive leadership and management experience that has instilled high growth in major music entities. "Intercept Music is on the frontline of the industry's new landscape. Independents are leading the forefront in this business, and their ever-changing necessities must be addressed.  Intercept Music advocates for independents in a way that is revolutionary, and I'm excited and motivated to be an integral part of their vision with strategic guidance," cites Bob Frank, Intercept Music Board Member.

"I'm thrilled to partner with Intercept Music on this project," adds Raquel Martins, who will oversee Intercept's global YouTube strategy. Specializing in audience development and digital marketing with over 15 years of experience, she previously held leadership roles at Believe as Global Head of Video & Audience Development for Labels and Artists. She has successfully collaborated with labels and music companies, optimizing YouTube content strategies and expanding digital reach. "With the growing demand for video content in the music industry, I believe we have a great opportunity to drive innovation by expanding digital reach in an increasingly video-driven market. I'm looking forward to collaborating with the team at Intercept Music to create meaningful strategies that will not only strengthen their digital presence but also unlock new opportunities for growth and success," further notes Raquel Martins, Special Advisor YouTube Services for Intercept Music.

With operations in Mexico City, Mexico, Martin Roca's expertise spans in various areas of the entertainment industry including administration, sales, client procurement, marketing, online sales, promotions, licensing syncs. Roca boasts over three decades of experience including collaborations with iconic Latin American artists like Julión Álvarez, J. Balvin and Gloria Trevi and blue-chip companies like MasterCard, Coca Cola and BBVA Bancomer.  Roca will utilize his vast experience as commercial director and sales positions at both Universal Music Group and EMI Music to build a global sales and support organization around independents. "My role with Intercept allows me to combine all my skills and expertise under one banner.  Independent music is the new wave of our future. I'm excited to be part of the music industry history that Intercept is making!" states Martin Roca, Intercept Music General Manager, Mexico.  

About Intercept Music Inc.

Intercept Music empowers independent artists and labels with innovative entertainment technology. The company provides cutting-edge tools and services for premium distribution, dynamic social media, targeted marketing, impactful merchandising, and customizable promotional services. Intercept's exclusive and innovative software grants artists access to a wealth of AI-powered features, enabling them to use predictive marketing to optimize their promotional efforts and directly connect with their target audiences. Designed specifically for the booming independent music sector, Intercept Music helps artists grow their audiences and generate revenue.

Discover more at interceptmusic.com or visit Intercept Music's Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

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