Mr. Gaskins is most proud of his success as a recording artist for the song, “Can’t Trust It,” and to have worked with Mr. Quincy Jones during his tenure at BMG.
WOODLAND HILLS, CA, September 19, 2023 /24-7PressRelease/ — Russell O. Gaskins Jr. has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Drawing on over 25 years of expertise, Mr. Gaskins specializes in music entertainment and artist development. Since 2022, he has found much success as the co-founder and chief creative officer of Coda Music Inc. In this capacity, he is responsible for collaborating with the artists, management teams, and music superstars worldwide, mentoring new musicians, presenting his innovative business model to potential clients and creating music for films, television, and commercials.
Prior to his role at Coda Music Inc., Mr. Gaskins held notable positions at BMG, including vice president of creative and business strategy, senior manager of catalogue marketing, and vice president of international repertoire research and marketing. Before that, he gained experience at Vibe Media LLC, Warner Chappell Music Inc., RCA Records for Sony Music Entertainment, and the Chrysalis Music Group.
Mr. Gaskins obtained an Associate of Arts degree in business management and marketing from De Anza College in 1992. He is dedicated to civic advocacy and supports charitable organizations such as the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Mr. Gaskins also mentors new artists in the music industry.
Throughout his career, Mr. Gaskins has achieved success as a recording artist for the song, “Can’t Trust It,” and he cherishes the opportunity to work with Quincy Jones at BMG. He attributes his achievements to his strong work ethic, his experience as a recording artist, and his father’s influence, who introduced him to various cultures that contributed to his personal versatility.
Looking ahead, Mr. Gaskins aims to expand the scope of Coda Music Inc. into a leading music streaming platform.
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