Are you ready for the next big wave in the music world? Dive into the exciting journey of ONErpm, the Nashville-based music distributor and label service that's shaking up the scenes of some of the globe's most thrilling emerging markets.
Leading this epic adventure is Nuno Rocha, who just leveled up as Head of Business Development for the MENA, Lusophone, and Francophone markets. Under his daring leadership, ONErpm is opening a brand-new office this fall in the stunning capital of Angola, Luanda! And that's just the beginning – watch out, Morocco and Tunisia, because big things are happening there too, not to mention the explosive growth in Egypt.
Working hand-in-hand with the energetic team in Brazil, the new Portuguese office is turbocharging music across Lusophone Africa. Rocha's focus? Creating connected hubs that move fast and smart, all backed by cool consumer insights to stay ahead of trends!
Before his legendary work with ONErpm, Rocha ran DJ Selektion where he shook the decks with major names like Fat Joe, Vitor Kley, and Boy Teddy. Let's not forget his role in masterminding massive music events like the RFM Beach Power in Portugal, turning up the volume across the nation.
Since joining ONErpm, Rocha has struck a goldmine of talent, signing stars like MAGIC and Badoxa while leading Hélio Batalha to scooping up three top awards at the 2025 Cabo Verde Music Awards. Portuguese sensation Badoxa is also dancing on the charts with over 90 million YouTube views and streams galore. Another rising star is VIZINHOS, a band that's practically owned Spotify Portugal with their hit Pôr do Sol ruling over 100 days at No.1!
Down in Angola, ONErpm is already a major player, boosting local talent like Chelsea Dinorath to colossal YouTube fame with over 36 million views. Meanwhile, in Egypt, Rocha teams up with Nayrouz Abouzid to elevate the country's music magic, with rising names like Shahyn and DJ Mubarak soaring to new heights.
Rocha is amped about ONErpm's vision: Proximity, personalization, and powerful local partnerships are their jam! With a rich background from artist management to digital distribution, he's pumped to keep pushing talent and breaking boundaries. Ready to ride this thrilling wave of tunes? The future of music is coming fast and loud!