Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), a leading, global music publisher, has signed songwriter/artist Feid to an exclusive, worldwide publishing agreement.
Born in Medellín, Colombia, Feid has received Latin Grammy Award nominations two years in a row for Best Urban Music Album for second studio album ‘19,’ and 2020’s ‘FERXXO (VOL 1: M.O.R.)’ which includes the hit “Porfa” featuring fellow UMPG collaborator Justin Quiles.
With a catalog spanning nearly 200 songs, Feid (Salomon Villada Hoyos) has written for or collaborated with artists including Álvaro Díaz, Anitta, CD9, Dalex, De La Ghetto, Esteman, Greeicy, Lali Espósito, Lenny Tavarez, Manuel Turizo, Matt Hunter, Mickael Carreira, Nacho, Pedro Capó, Piso 21, Reykon, Sebastián Yatra, Sie7e, Tainy, Thalía, Vitão, Ximena Xariñana and Zion & Lennox.
In 2020, Feid released two albums: ‘FERXXO (VOL 1: M.O.R.)’ and ‘Bahia Ducati’ which includes “Porfa (Remix)” featuring UMPG artists J Balvin, Sech and Justin Quiles, in addition to Nicky Jam and Maluma. The single spent 20 weeks on the Billboard Latin Airplay chart, peaking at #1, and to-date has over 230M Spotify streams and more than 144M YouTube views. Feid also collaborated with UMG Italy artist Mahmood on “Dorado” featuring Sfera Ebbasta.
Alexandra Lioutikoff, UMPG President for Latin America and US Latin, said: “We are so proud to have supported Feid from the beginning. To have witnessed his prolific songwriter output, and his rise from go-to songwriter for various artists to successful solo artist, simply evidences his admirable work ethic. UMPG is the best home for this exciting partnership.”
Feid said: “I’m so happy to be part of my UMPG crew, they’ve always shown me love and have introduced me to new producers who have been crucial for the development of my career. I’m going to keep pushing harder and writing so many more songs to become a better artist, producer and songwriter. I’m so grateful for the opportunity.”
Feid recently released new solo track “14 de Febrero” and will follow with “Purrito Apa,” out on March 12th.
Ana Rosa Santiago, VP Creative, Latin America and US Latin, said: “Feid is a joy to work with, always happy to attend our song camps and open to collaborating with artists from Latin America and Europe. He’s always creating, bringing harmony to the mix, and we look forward to supporting his continuing success.”
Feid started his career writing for other artists as a member of the collective Icon Music/Dynasty Publishing, leading him to co-write #1 hits such as J Balvin’s “Ginza” and CNCO’s “Mamita.”
