The LA Residency Program of the Lear Center's Popular Music Project is proud to announce Courtney Holt, President of MySpace Music, as its 2009-2010 Distinguished Resident. Holt has long been at the forefront of music industry innovation and is now leading the way in shaping music's digital future.

During the Fall semester, Holt will work closely with an undergraduate student working group, exploring the changing face of the music industry and the rapidly changing demands of music consumption, branding, marketing, distribution, and cultural identity in the digital age. In the Spring semester, he will participate in a large USC public event that examines the challenges and promises of music's digital horizon. Read the full press release. Sign up here to get updates about PMP events and other Lear Center projects. The Popular Music Project is directed by USC Annenberg professor Josh Kun.