Interscope Records has signed Grammy, Tony and Emmy Award-winning singer and actor Ben Platt to a new deal that will see the label managing Platt’s recordings and aid in the launch of his own imprint with Interscope.

“I’m thrilled for Ben’s future recorded music to be coming out on Interscope, a label known for its roster of culture moving iconic artists,” said Platt’s manager, Adam Mersel. “We’re looking forward to working alongside John, Steve Berman and the entire IGA team on the next phase of Ben’s career.”

Platt has released two full-length solo efforts — 2019’s “Sing To Me,” and 2021’s “Reverie” — and toured the country, most recently on his “Reverie” tour which enlisted Aly & AJ as openers. He’s said to be releasing new music with the label in the near future.

“Ben is an extraordinary artist in every way,” said John Janick, chairman and CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M, in a statement. “He’s as comfortable on a Broadway stage as he is headlining Madison Square Garden. We’re so excited to have him on the label and are looking forward to working with him and his team on his future releases.”

+ Mono Stereo Groove is hosting its second annual writing camp for AAPI songwriters in Los Angeles at Warner Music Group’s Campus from May 15-19, coinciding with AAPI Heritage Month. The camp aims to amplify the community through round tables, networking, and panels curated for Asian hitmakers in the music industry.

M.S.G has partnered with APIECE, Warner Music Group’s ERG Division, Sony Music Publishing, Recording Academy Los Angeles Chapter, LIONS SHARE, and SURF Music for the week-long event. Panelists include Karen Kwak (EVP/Head of A&R, Warner Records), Jon Chen (Sr. Director of A&R, Warner Chappell), Dinah Jane (artist/songwriter and former Fifth Harmony member) and moderated by Jamie Dominguez (Sound Royalties Regional Director of Business and Artist Relations and Governor of The Recording Academy’s NY Chapter).

“The main objective of this camp, ultimately, is to actually release music,” commented Rose Tan, founder of the M.S.G. writing camp. “We want people to realize that AAPI creators are already creating across the music industry, and not just during the month of May.”