Instagram/Andrew Sparkler & Amanda Music Three music industry vets launch a new publishing company focused on bespoke A&R and strategic partnership, not just low-cost admin deals. April 26, 2026 AceShowbiz - In late 2021, a pivotal conversation took place among three industry veterans: Ryan Tedder, frontman of OneRepublic and acclaimed songwriter-producer; Andrew Sparkler, former chief business officer at Downtown; and seasoned artist manager Ron Lafitte.