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Sonny Takhar named Chairman and CEO of Warner Music UK & Ireland

By Tim Ingham

Mon Sep 28th, 2026 15:00:12

Takhar will report to Val Blavatnik, who was confirmed last week in his new position as Managing Director of Warner Music North America, UK & Corporate Development Source

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