Richert, AFM Records and Soulfood Music Distribution’s long-time Managing Director, brings his three-decades-plus label experience to the new venture, having established AFM Records as a premier Rock and Metal label in Europe, as well as co-founding Soulfood Distribution and shaping the success of the whole Soulfood label group, including Massacre Records and Drakkar Entertainment amongst others. His leadership qualities, passion and extensive network have contributed to artists and labels being able to celebrate success around the globe and also master the transition to digital.
Said Richert, “I am excited to contribute to build up RPM together with the rest of the team. Our shared industry experience and business expertise will enable us to offer never seen before services to our artists and bring the best products to our customers.”
Headquartered in Los Angeles and Hamberg, Germany, RPM’s main objective is to fully support localized market expertise by offering the best services and practices in the industry worldwide. Richert shares the same passion and conviction about running a label for the right reasons – the artists.
Label-owner Sven Bogner on the addition of Jochen Richert: „We can hardly wait until the new team will work together on revolutionary developments for the industry. Jochen is undoubtedly the perfect match for us. I whole-heartedly welcome him to the team!”
Gerardo Martinez adds: “Our goal is to be a global powerhouse and this is the step towards getting closer to that stage. Jochen brings knowledge and experience and couldn’t be happier to join the team.”
RPM has already signed several iconic names in metal to the label, with official announcements imminent.
