Award-winning Chinese singer-songwriter Tia Ray has signed with Universal Music Publishing China (UMP China).

The first and only Chinese singer in IFPI’s Top 10 Global Singles Chart history, the artist has signed an exclusive, global publishing agreement with UMP China.

Since the release of her debut album in 2014, the multi-faceted singer has garnered numerous accolades and awards, as well as top hits like 'Be Apart,' 'Emo Whiskey,' 'Ready for Love,' and more. Tia has also been named Berklee College of Music’s Honorary Ambassador to China.

In a press statement, Tia Ray shares: “Music brings people together.  It transcends borders, culture and gender. Songwriting allows me to express myself and also tell stories that are happening around us.  As a singer-songwriter, I’m thrilled to be able to partner with UMP China because the UMP family is borderless too! I collaborated with many other talented writers from not just China, but the U.S., Germany, Norway, Australia, and Malaysia, just to name a few. UMP’s extensive network and professionalism enable my music to reach a wider audience, connecting hearts and souls globally through the power of music.”

Joe Fang (Managing Director, UMP China) adds: “In putting songwriters first, one of our primary goals is to foster a dynamic and healthy environment that nurtures songwriters' originality and transcends boundaries. Our tightly-knit international community of songwriters is eager to collaborate with Tia. We extend our warmest wishes to Tia and look forward to supporting the incredible musical milestones she will achieve.”

UMP China is also home to the likes of RYCE Publishing, Hanggai (杭盖乐队), Fan Chong (樊冲), Akini Jing (朱婧汐), Zhang Weiwei (张玮玮), and Rainbow Chamber Singers (彩虹合唱团). 

Watch Tia Ray with her live performance of 'Ready for Love' below.