DWB PUBLISHING
DWB Music proudly represents a dynamic team of talented writers and producers with a track record of international success, including numerous #1 hits and top 10 singles across Europe, the US, and Asia.
Founded by Paul Drew, Greig Watts, and Pete Barringer, DWB Music has grown into a thriving network of creative professionals, offering services that span songwriting, music production, advertising compositions, TV library music, string arrangements, and both instrumental and vocal performances.

Head Of Publishing

Head Of Production

A&R Europe

A&R Asia

Remy Cooper
Remy Cooper; a sought-after music producer, writer, and composer who has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry. His talents have been recognized by international artists such as Watermät, Sam Feldt, and Martin Jensen, he has released on labels such as Armada Music, Found Frequencies, and Soave Records and created a remix for Lost Frequencies. Remy's music has been streamed tens of millions of times, and he is known for his ability to craft captivating house tracks that resonate with audiences around the world. In addition to creating his own music, he also frequently writes and produces for various (upcoming) artists, using his expertise in electronic and pop music to help them achieve their vision.
With a passion for creating captivating and memorable music, Remy Cooper is a promising talent in the world of electronic and pop music.
Producer / Songwriter

Abi F Jones
Abi F Jones has already started to make her mark on the music industry. From her Surrey roots, she has managed to hit the top twenty in Norway and had a cut on a major Coca Cola advert. Working with the industry respected DWB Music family; she has become a creative songwriter and flourishing artist. Always looking up to her opera singing mother and multi-instrumentalist father, music is all she has ever known. Writing her own material since she was just ten years old she cites strong female power houses Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Cristina Aguilera, Alicia Keys and Beyonce as her inspirations.
Growing up hearing everything from The Beach Boys to Madame Butterfly, her influences are reflected in her songwriting. Creating positive, diverse and uplifting melodies, her catchy and memorable lyrics leave a light hearted and empowered blueprint. Busy working hard in the studio with planned collaborations on the way with some of the UK’s newest breaking artists, Abi F Jones is serious about her craft. With big dreams and emotional drive, writing and performing is where her heart lies. For her, music runs deep and with the backing of her band she is here to let the world know about it.
Songwriter / Artist

Alireza
Alireza Baghdadchi, a passionate music producer and songwriter, embarked on his musical journey at a young age. His diverse global experiences shaped him into an industrious musician, blending fresh sounds, precise production, and enduring joy into his eclectic work. His ultimate calling found expression in K-pop and J-pop production, gaining recognition from a growing list of key collaborators, positioning him for success in the vibrant Asian music market. Alireza’s creative process boasts a constant flow of ideas and an unwavering work ethic, valuing that extra effort twofold. His projects thrive on high energy, infusing each endeavor with vitality and dynamism.
Producer / Songwriter

Ikevald
Ikevald Rannap, performing under the name Ike Rann Music, is a singer and guitarist from Estonia—yet, having lived in numerous cities around the world, often with a guitar in tow, his energizing, catchy style of songwriting has been influenced by many different approaches to making music.
Songwriter / Artist

Talk Like Tigers
Beyond their own artistry, Talk Like Tigers also showcase their songwriting skills, crafting chart topping hits for other artists, including Western, K-pop, J-pop and C-pop artists, as well as for Eurovision. Their latest cut “No Parachute” features on Onew’s (member of K-pop band, Shinee) album Circle, which went to Number 1 in over 30 countries, charted number 2 on Billboard and was Billboard’s Number 1 album of 2023. This album established Talk Like Tigers as certified Gold songwriters.
Songwriters / Artists

Malene Markussen
Malene is a Norwegian singer and songwriter. She found comfort in music from a young age and started making songs by the age of 15. After spending 8 years in a rock band with 2 albums and numerous concerts in Norway she went solo in 2016. Since then she's been making music both for her solo projects before starting her songwriter journey in 2019 writing for other projects.
Songwriter / Artist

Stefan Celar
Stefan Celar is a Berlin-based singer-songwriter with over 190k monthly listeners on Spotify. His soulful vocals and emotive storytelling blend seamlessly with contemporary pop and electronic sounds, creating music that resonates deeply with listeners. Stefan writes both EDM and Eurovision-ready tracks, while also developing his own distinctive artist project, showcasing his versatility and creative vision in the music scene.
Songwriter / Artist

Maria Mathea
Maria Mathea is a singer-songwriter from Uppsala, Sweden, with a vibrant career both as an artist and behind the scenes in the music industry. She attended music school at a young age, realizing early on that music was her true calling. Overflowing with energy and positivity, Maria has honed her craft by writing songs for artists around the world, gaining exceptional experience and knowledge along the way.
Her work spans EDM and pop, and she serves as an A&R professional for Eurovision, contributing to both the European and international music scene. Maria’s music has amassed over 13 million streams on YouTube and Spotify, and she is now expanding her reach into the J-POP and K-POP markets.
In 2025, Maria stepped into the spotlight as an artist herself with her song Air, participating in Denmark’s Melodi Grand Prix. Previously, she had found success behind the scenes, writing hits for Eurovision entries like Poland’s Solo by Blanka in 2023. Beyond Eurovision, she has collaborated with major names including Hardwell, Lost Kings, Elliot, Ummet Ozcan, KAAZE, Theoz, YooA, and Hooverphonic, with her music collectively generating over 240 million streams to date.
Songwriter / Artist

Pete Barringer
Pete, also known by his writer name DWB, is a producer and songwriter whose work spans a wide range of musical genres. Over many years, he has crafted numerous hits across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Known for his memorable melodies, compelling lyrics, and fresh production, Pete strives to elevate the quality of every song he touches, creating music that resonates with listeners and stands the test of time.
Producer / Songwriter

David Simon
David is a topliner, vocalist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based in London, England. He has played music from a young age and has been songwriting for international markets professionally for several years.
After self-releasing his debut album in 2010 with the aim of earning a songwriting deal, David began working with songwriter/producer Ian Curnow (East 17; Stock Aitken & Waterman; S Club) and UK publisher DWB in 2011, subsequently earning his first publishing deal in 2012. The majority of his writing is now aimed at the K-pop and J-pop markets.
David’s first international cut was with SM Town’s “Sound of Your Heart” in December 2016, which he both wrote and produced. The track was performed by members of NCT, Super Junior, f(x), Girls’ Generation, and Red Velvet. Since then, David has continued to build on this success in Asia with several more releases, including tracks for WayV, CRAVITY, Onew (SHINee), TWS, TEMPEST, Highlight, Ha Sung Woon, Moonbyul (Mamamoo), ATBO, and DRIPPIN. He has also had cuts with J-pop artists King & Prince, Travis Japan, Kid Phenomenon, Lil League, The Rampage (from Exile Tribe), OWV, and Morisaki Win, as well as Thai group PERSES and V-tuber commissions.
In the UK, David has achieved successes including writing for Jack Robertson (whose song “Enough” was chosen as the United Nations UNICEF International Youth Day anthem in 2017), Pop Chorus (the charity single “Always” reached #2 on the iTunes download chart), and writing/co-producing “Enough About Me” by Andie feat. Breeze, which was featured on UK radio stations including BBC Radio 1 Xtra in 2020. Other notable releases include “Hazy” for Yang Has Ming in China and “Hoop” by Sabien Tiels, produced and co-written by David, which peaked at #7 on the Belgian Ultratop 50 and spent nearly four months in the charts, gaining national radio play in Belgium and the Netherlands in the first half of 2021.
Through the past few years, David has developed a reputation as a versatile writer with a strong sense of melody, harmony, and musicality.
Songwriter / Producer

Amber Revival (Arie Burshtein and Netta Nimrodi)
From Platinum Hits to Dancefloor Classics - Amber Revival Are Redefining Global Electronic Storytelling
Amber Revival, the Berlin-based duo of Netta Nimrodi & Arie Burshtein, have journeyed from multi-platinum, Billboard-topping songwriters to one of electronic music’s most dynamic artist acts. Known for their cinematic production, powerful male/female vocal blend, and genre-crossing emotional storytelling, they have earned global recognition and industry respect. Armin van Buuren hailed their breakout ASOT Top 5 anthem If You Only Knew (with Hel:sløwed) as “a classic,” followed by Wildfire, one of the most supported trance records of 2024.
Their recent house alias AMRV launched with Get Close (with Bolier) on Selected, expanding their reach into the mainstream melodic house scene. As songwriters and producers, they have penned Billboard #1s and global chart-toppers for top-tier artists, including two #1 hits in Poland, collaborations with Japanese superstars Hey! Say! JUMP and King & Prince, and theme songs for Tencent’s Honor of Kings World Championship, the most-played mobile game on the planet.
Their work spans releases with Armada Music, Black Hole Recordings, Flashover, Find Your Harmony, and more, while their songwriting credits include work for The Voice of Poland, Eurovision entries, and international pop and dance stars. Amber Revival also run NVA LOVE Publishing, in partnership with DWB Music, and consult for labels and music-tech companies via their company Song Cartel. From the studio to the stage, they continue to redefine what it means to merge platinum songwriting pedigree with cutting-edge electronic artistry.
Producer / Songwriter / Artists

Ian Curnow
Ian Curnow began his career as a session keyboard player and arranger before joining Talk Talk as keyboard player, musical director, and co-writer for three years. He then became the main keyboard player and programmer for the hugely successful Stock Aitken and Waterman team during their peak, contributing to countless hit records and producing and writing for artists including Kylie Minogue, Rick Astley, Bananarama, Jason Donovan, and Sinitta.
Following this, Ian co-produced much of East 17’s output with Phil Harding, including the UK Christmas No.1 single Stay Another Day, and co-wrote several of their songs. His credits from this period also include production and writing for Boyzone, Take That, Roxette, Deuce, OTT, Let Loose, and many more.
Ian went on to enjoy continued success, co-writing a UK Top 3 hit for S Club 8 and producing tracks for artists such as Liberty X, Girls Aloud, and Robin Gibb. He also composed music for global television campaigns, with brands including Nokia, and co-wrote and produced “Hollywood Doll,” the debut U.S. single for ex-Pussycat Doll Kaya Jones.
Internationally, Ian has had major success in Japan, producing Hyde’s Roentgen album (which included No.1 singles), and contributing remix, mixing, and production work for TM Revolution, Globe, Dream, TM Network, and other projects for renowned producer Tetsuya Komuro. He also co-wrote and produced Lollipop (a No.1 single for Koda Kumi in 2012) and Konnanimo for Dream, a Top 3 single in 2016.
Over his career, Ian has worked with a remarkable roster of artists, including Kylie Minogue, Rick Astley, Talk Talk, Donna Summer, Bananarama, Pet Shop Boys, Take That, Girls Aloud, JLS, Example, Liberty X, Kate Ryan, Darren Styles, Dougal & Gammer, Tina Charles, Cliff Richard, and many others.
In 2016, Ian co-wrote and produced Icebreaker for Norwegian artist Agnete, which won the Melodi Grand Prix in Oslo and became Norway’s official Eurovision entry.
Songwriter / Producer

Christopher Wortley
In recent years, Chris has expanded his catalogue well beyond Asia, securing releases in Belgium, Sweden, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, and the United States. A standout moment was contributing “BFF” to Natalia’s gold-certified album Overdrive, where he collaborated closely with Natalia to tailor the lyrics to her personal narrative.
In Asia, his work includes cuts for major artists such as TVXQ, Kana Nishino, and Taeyeon, showcasing his versatility across markets. Chris has also made his mark on the Eurovision stage, with several of his songs reaching the televised rounds of national selections, including Belgium in 2014, Lithuania in 2017, and Moldova in 2017.
Songwriter

Laura Amos
Laura Amos is a songwriter and producer with a growing reputation for crafting international hits, particularly in the Asian music market. She has contributed to songs for prominent K-Pop and J-Pop artists, with notable cuts for Weeekly, Fifty Fifty, WOOAH, Akini Jing, and others.
Songwriter / Producer

Bruce R. F. Smith
British-born, Dutch-based lyricist Bruce R. F. Smith has written for such international stars as Taylor Dayne (USA), Alvin Stardust (UK), Moya Brennan of CLANNAD (UK & Ireland), FUDANJUKU (#1 Japan, 2015), ARASHI (#1 Japan, 2012), KAT-TUN (#1 Japan, 2011), V6 (#1 Japan, 2010), WITHIN TEMPTATION (NL), and RALPH VAN MANEN (NL).
In the film world, Bruce wrote, among others, the lyrics for Fantaisie du Printemps, which featured significantly in the British movie Monk Dawson, starring Martin Kemp (Ex-Spandau Ballet), Paula Hamilton, Michael Cashman (Ex-EastEnders), Rupert Vansittart, and John Michie. He also co-wrote the song Who Am I, which appeared in the Anglo-Dutch movie Snap Shots, starring Burt Reynolds, Julie Christie, and Carmen Chaplin.
Bruce has had many songs performed on national television in the Dutch National Song Festival (NSF) finals for Eurovision:
2004: Two songs in the NSF finals – On a Wing & a Prayer and Mississippi Miss.
2005: A record year with seven songs in the NSF finals. One of these, My Impossible Dream, represented the Netherlands with Glennis Grace at Eurovision in Kiev, Ukraine.
Songs also featured in the semi-finals of Poland (2006), Belarus (2010), and Romania (2013).
In 2010, Bruce scored a #1 hit in Holland with Angel of The Night / Engel van mijn hart, performed by Gerard Joling. That same year, he was awarded the coveted Dutch Buma Golden Harp Award for “Best Song of 2009.”
He is currently working on a new project with Sharon den Adel, lead singer of the international group Within Temptation, and a sensational rising star called Suze.
Songwriter

Albin Llungqvist
Writing for pop, rock, and country artists, Albin Fredy strives to create songs that “come from the heart, and land in the heart.”
Falling for the Last Time
In 2017, Albin released his first EP, Falling For The Last Time, produced by Christoffer Stjerne of Danish rock band H.E.R.O. The EP features a standout duet with American Idol finalist Alexis Grace.
Music for the Road & Eurovision
Albin has also made his mark on the Danish music scene through the Dansk Melodi Grand Prix, Denmark’s pre-qualification contest for Eurovision. He competed twice as a soloist: first in 2013 with Beautiful To Me, and again in 2018 with Music For The Road.
After finishing 3rd in the 2018 final, Albin was selected by the Danish Eurovision Fan Club to represent Denmark in the Second Chance Contest 2018, where he earned 12 points from Germany and finished 7th out of 27 participating countries.
Singer-songwriter

Oona Muurinen
Itsoona is a Helsinki-based topliner and vocalist whose catchy melodies and lyrical hooks span K-pop, Pop, and EDM.
One of her latest releases with ARTMS reached #7 on the Billboard World Albums Chart and was recognized as one of the best K-pop albums of 2024. Her work has also been nominated for the Production Music Awards 2024, highlighting her growing international presence.
Itsoona has collaborated with renowned producers including Wonderkid (ENHYPEN, SEVENTEEN), Daniel Kim (EXO, Monsta X), GHSTLOOP (BTS, TXT), and many others. She is currently signed to the UK-based publishing company DWB Music and continues to develop a signature style known for its memorable hooks and genre-spanning versatility.
Her notable collaborations and cuts include work with Subin Kim (SB), Frants, Jonas Mengler, Kevinoppa, Ghstloop, Sofia Vivere, Wonjoung Lee, Hoodie (Daniel Pattiata), David Simon, Daniel Kim, Ntrohpy, Karrinator, John King, Niclas Lundin, Ylva Brandstegg, Tetsu, and Rebe.
Her latest international releases include a track with Korean girl-group ODD YOUTH and the song Data Baby with Myera, which was selected as the 2025 official song for FILA’s campaign in Japan, further cementing her presence in the Asian market.
Itsoona studied songwriting and music production at a university in Helsinki, grounding her creative skills with formal training while building an international songwriting career.
Songwriter

Josh Wunderlich
Josh Wunderlich is a Birmingham born and based songwriter, producer and performer, with a varied career spanning genres, professions and the continents. Having signed with DWB Music Ltd in 2022, Josh writes predominantly for J-Pop and Eurovision, K-Pop and C-Pop markets. An avid fan of Japanese culture, Soundgraphics hve described Josh as writing J-Pop like a native. Several cuts with Japanese virtual idol agency, Hololive, have shown Josh blend J-Pop and Western Pop together to viral success under his pseudonym ‘WUNDER RiKU’, with millions of streams and arena performances to tens of thousands in Japan and the US.
Outside of Asia, Josh also creates music as a solo artist (with projects such as “Heartsong”), as a frontman for 2 touring rock-fusion bands (“Big Band of Boom” and “Punch The Sky”) and managing artists such as The Voice Kids finalist, Tawana McGrath. He has had topline releases with Electro-Swing label, Ragtime Records, and writes prolifically for the Eurovision Song Contest.
Songwriter / Producer

Simon Davis
Simon Davis is a producer and songwriter based in the UK.
Starting out playing guitar in indie bands, Simon progressed to composing music for TV commercials, including major worldwide campaigns for Peugeot, Ford, Cartier and Roberto Cavalli amongst many others.
Simon has written and produced Eurovision songs for national finals in Latvia and Germany and has production/songwriting credits with artists across the world.
Producer

James Sayer
James Sayer is a UK-based producer known for his versatile work across both the Eurovision and Asian music markets.
James has worked with writers and projects that span Europe and Asia, demonstrating his ability to adapt his songwriting and production style to a wide variety of genres.
Producer

Filipe Nicolau
Filipe Nicolau is a Producer, Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist from Portugal whose music bridges continents and genres.
With over 15 years of experience, he has worked across K-pop, R&B, Dance, and Pop, blending these influences into a sound that feels both global and personal.
Currently signed to DWB Music, Filipe focuses mainly on the Asian market and Eurovision, collaborating with artists and writers worldwide.
Producer / Songwriter

Larissa Tormey
Larissa Tormey is a classically trained vocalist, pianist, and accomplished singer-songwriter known for blending Irish folk, pop, and classical influences. With five studio albums and multiple awards, she has firmly established herself in the Irish music scene.
In 2023, Larissa expanded into professional songwriting, collaborating with DWB Music UK Publishing and co-writing many songs for international artists. Her work has been recognized on Eurovision stages, with her co-written song "Laika Party" winning the Eurovision final in Ireland. She went to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2025 in Basel.
A passionate advocate for Irish music and culture, Larissa continues to champion storytelling through song, bridging genres and connecting audiences worldwide.
Songwriter

Kate Northrop
Kate Northrop is an American songwriter based in Europe who works primarily as a lyricist. She writes mainly in the pop and rock genres and loves working in teams and supporting artists in their self-expression. Her credits include a co-write in the grand final of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.
Songwriter

Krick
Christine Heitz, known artistically as Krick, is a singer-songwriter from Luxembourg whose voice blends vulnerability with strength, and whose lyrics echo personal truth and emotional depth.
Her journey began in front of a national audience when she appeared on The Voice of Germany in 2017, where she first introduced her rich, soulful sound. In 2024, Krick stepped into the spotlight again during the Luxembourg Song Contest, placing second with the song “Drowning in the Rain” - a performance that moved audiences.
Originally trained and working as a nurse, Krick made the courageous decision in 2025 to fully dedicate herself to music - choosing creativity and expression as her full-time path.
This transition wasn't just a career move; it was a turning point. Her songs now reflect that same bravery: stories of inner growth, resilience, and the journey of becoming who you truly are.
With a professional international team behind her and a voice that resonates far beyond her home country, Krick is set to share her message across borders and will release her debut album at the end of 2025.
Songwriter / Artist

Georgie Standage
Georgie, signed to DWB Publishing and Ian Curnow at EE Music Publishing, is a professional and versatile singer with 20 years of full-time experience in the music industry, recently focusing more intensively on songwriting. Georgie is a songwriter specialising in Eurovision, Pop, K-Pop, and J-Pop, constantly exploring new and interesting concepts.
As a passionate top-liner, she excels in collaboration and enjoys working closely with co-writers and artists, and has had the privilege of being mentored by Ian Curnow at EE Music Publishing, and guided by Greig Watts at DWB Music.
As a signed songwriter with both companies, she has achieved cuts in Japan and Europe and is excited to continue expanding her creative journey through collaborations and song camps in the coming years.
Georgie plans to release her debut single as an artist in spring next year.
Songwriter

Miles Young
Miles is a Cologne-based songwriter signed to DWB Music Ltd. He began his musical journey as a touring violinist with an orchestra before turning to songwriting.
He has collaborated across genres from jazz to rock to Eurovision and all that comes with it, earning streaming success with Canadian rock artist Avalon Stone and currently approaching 100,000 Spotify plays on their debut release.
Active on the European songwriting circuit, Miles thrives in co-writing sessions, especially at Eurovision writing camps, encouraging artists tell their best stories and sing words they love.
Songwriter / Producer
DWB Music Academy
Now known as DWB Music Academy (2025), our program was originally launched in 2022 as a mentorship initiative designed to equip songwriters with the knowledge, connections, focus, and mindset needed to thrive in the music industry. Today, the Academy offers all our courses under one platform, continuing to provide invaluable guidance and support through dedicated four-month group programs held three times a year.