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TMT:73 Ben Mortimer On How To Break New Artists & The Role Of Majors in 2026

12 Jan 2026 · 1 h 03 min

Happy new year from The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Ben Mortimer, President of Polydor Label Group.

From starting out as a journalist, to now being in charge of one of the worlds biggest labels, Ben shares his unique insight into how to break new artists in 2026, and why patience is key.

The pair also discuss the state of British music, the role of AI, physical media, and the pressures facing modern artists.

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