Joseph’s Shirt Of Many Colors

Jeremy Joseph has been promoted to the position of managing director of Live Nation Merchandise International, as well as president of artist relations for Live Nation’s global merchandise division.

In his new role, Joseph will work with the company’s broad roster of artists including U2, Coldplay, Led Zeppelin, Depeche Mode, Jay-Z, Kylie Minogue, Rihanna, Roger Waters and Blur.

He will also continue to maintain global responsibility for U2.com and for Live Nation’s European direct-to-consumer operations.

“This promotion recognizes the enormous contribution that Jeremy has made to the overall growth of our merchandise division,” said LN executive chairman Irving Azoff. “He will be a key member of the great team that we are forming to serve the global needs of our artists.”

Joseph was formerly managing director of De-Lux Merchandise, the company he founded with members of U2 in 1996, which was subsequently acquired by Live Nation.