Curt Keplin
About Curt Keplin
Curt Keplin serves as the Head of Business Development for GSA at FUGA, having previously held various marketing roles in the music industry, including positions at Kobalt Music and City Slang. He also operates his own agency, CK Marketing & Consulting, and has collaborated with notable artists such as Noel Gallagher.
Current Role at FUGA
Curt Keplin serves as the Head of Business Development for the GSA region at FUGA since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for leading business development initiatives and strategies within Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. His expertise contributes to FUGA's growth and expansion in the music distribution and services sector.
Previous Experience in Music Industry
Prior to his current position, Curt Keplin held various roles in the music industry. He worked as the Marketing Director for Kobalt Music from 2013 to 2015, where he was involved in marketing campaigns for notable artists. He also served as the Regional Manager for Ditto Music and as the Head of Marketing for City Slang, managing marketing efforts for several prominent music releases.
Educational Background
Curt Keplin completed his education at BBS 1 and BBS 2 in Lüneburg. He achieved his Fachhochschulreife at BBS 1 from 1997 to 1999 and later completed his training as an IT-Systemelektroniker at BBS 2 from 2000 to 2003. This technical background supports his analytical approach in business development roles.
Agency and Collaborations
Curt operates his agency, CK Marketing & Consulting, where he collaborates with various artists. Notable collaborations include working with Noel Gallagher and the band WhoMadeWho. His agency focuses on providing marketing and consulting services within the music industry.
Founding of Online Music Fanzine
In 2000, Curt Keplin founded the online music fanzine alternativenation.de, where he served as editor-in-chief. The platform featured interviews with artists such as Radiohead and Modest Mouse, showcasing his commitment to music journalism and artist promotion.