


Symphonic Forms New Strategic Alliance with Korea’s Abyss Company
The deal seeks to expand the global reach of Southeast Asian artists
Independent music distribution and marketing company Symphonic has formed a strategic partnership with Korean label and artist management organization Abyss Company.
The deal:
The alliance will give Abyss Company access to Symphonic’s international infrastructure and distribution expertise to distribute its roster of Southeast Asian artists globally.
The first releases will feature rising Filipino acts Anthony Meneses and Matéo.
The partnership follows the Florida-headquartered Symphonic’s expansion in the UK and Europe.
What they said:
Twinky Lagdameo, Senior Manager, A&R and Business Development, Southeast Asia at Symphonic: “We see incredible potential in Southeast Asia, and partnering with a forward-thinking company like Abyss helps bring that potential to light. It’s an exciting time to see Korean and Southeast Asian creativity come together and reach a wider audience.”
Timothy Kim, COO of Abyss Company: “Our vision at Abyss has always been to create a space where artists – regardless of nationality – can grow authentically and be heard globally. This collaboration is a meaningful step in bridging Korean excellence and Filipino creativity, with Symphonic as a key partner in that journey.”
Independent music distribution and marketing company Symphonic has formed a strategic partnership with Korean label and artist management organization Abyss Company.
The deal:
The alliance will give Abyss Company access to Symphonic’s international infrastructure and distribution expertise to distribute its roster of Southeast Asian artists globally.
The first releases will feature rising Filipino acts Anthony Meneses and Matéo.
The partnership follows the Florida-headquartered Symphonic’s expansion in the UK and Europe.
What they said:
Twinky Lagdameo, Senior Manager, A&R and Business Development, Southeast Asia at Symphonic: “We see incredible potential in Southeast Asia, and partnering with a forward-thinking company like Abyss helps bring that potential to light. It’s an exciting time to see Korean and Southeast Asian creativity come together and reach a wider audience.”
Timothy Kim, COO of Abyss Company: “Our vision at Abyss has always been to create a space where artists – regardless of nationality – can grow authentically and be heard globally. This collaboration is a meaningful step in bridging Korean excellence and Filipino creativity, with Symphonic as a key partner in that journey.”
Independent music distribution and marketing company Symphonic has formed a strategic partnership with Korean label and artist management organization Abyss Company.
The deal:
The alliance will give Abyss Company access to Symphonic’s international infrastructure and distribution expertise to distribute its roster of Southeast Asian artists globally.
The first releases will feature rising Filipino acts Anthony Meneses and Matéo.
The partnership follows the Florida-headquartered Symphonic’s expansion in the UK and Europe.
What they said:
Twinky Lagdameo, Senior Manager, A&R and Business Development, Southeast Asia at Symphonic: “We see incredible potential in Southeast Asia, and partnering with a forward-thinking company like Abyss helps bring that potential to light. It’s an exciting time to see Korean and Southeast Asian creativity come together and reach a wider audience.”
Timothy Kim, COO of Abyss Company: “Our vision at Abyss has always been to create a space where artists – regardless of nationality – can grow authentically and be heard globally. This collaboration is a meaningful step in bridging Korean excellence and Filipino creativity, with Symphonic as a key partner in that journey.”
Symphonic
Abyss Company
Anthony Meneses
Matéo
Twinky Lagdameo
Timothy Kim
Independent Label Partnerships
Western Labels Expanding Into Asian Markets
Regional Office Expansion
Bridging Korean And Southeast Asian Music
Artist Management
Joint Ventures
Regional Expansion
Label Partnerships
Distribution Partnership
Artist Signings
United States
South Korea
Philippines
United Kingdom
👋 Disclosures & Transparency Block
- This story was written with information sourced from Music Week.
- We covered it because it’s news of a new strategic alliance in the independent music landscape.
📨 Subscribe to NIF
Get news dropped in your inbox 👇
📨 Subscribe to NIF
Get news dropped in your inbox 👇
Related Articles

Deals & Signings
Feb 3, 2026
1 min read
Sony Music Acquires $200 Million in Assets from Recognition Music Group
Recognition is owned by the enormous asset management firm, Blackstone

Deals & Signings
Feb 3, 2026
1 min read
PARMA Recordings Acquires Classical Label MSR Classics
The deal includes MSR’s catalog of nearly 800 commercial releases

Deals & Signings
Feb 3, 2026
1 min read
South Korea’s CJ ENM Forms Joint Venture with JYP China, Tencent Music
The partnership will focus on the Greater China market

Sony Music Acquires $200 Million in Assets from Recognition Music Group
Recognition is owned by the enormous asset management firm, Blackstone

Harry Levin
Deals
Feb 3, 2026

PARMA Recordings Acquires Classical Label MSR Classics
The deal includes MSR’s catalog of nearly 800 commercial releases

Rod Yates
Deals
Feb 3, 2026

South Korea’s CJ ENM Forms Joint Venture with JYP China, Tencent Music
The partnership will focus on the Greater China market

Rod Yates
Deals
Feb 3, 2026

Apple Acquires AI Audio Company Q.ai
The startup is estimated to be valued at $2 billion

Harry Levin
Deals
Feb 2, 2026

Sony Music Group Enters Investment Partnership With GIC
The venture aims to acquire and grow value for music catalogs

Rod Yates
Deals
Jan 30, 2026

Universal Music Acquires Equity Interest in Stationhead
The label will also use the superfan platform’s technology

Rod Yates
Deals
Jan 30, 2026





