Signed: Rita Ora Inks With UTA; Danny Gokey Rides Down Red Street

The sheer number of artist signings announced on a weekly basis makes it difficult to keep up, no matter how closely you pay attention to the industry news cycle. That’s why every other Tuesday, Billboard compiles the latest signings to labels, distributors, agencies, management companies and more, in an effort to provide a snapshot of the latest moves in the artist space, from household names to indie stars to emerging acts.

British singer-songwriter, actress and entrepreneur Rita Ora tops the roundup this week after signing with United Talent Agency (UTA), which will represent the multi-hyphenate talent in all areas globally.

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“Rita is a bona fide superstar who has shown, time and again, why she is beloved by fans worldwide,” said Samantha Kirby-Yoh and David Zedeck, UTA partners and co-heads of global music, in a statement. “We’re looking forward to joining her team for this next exciting chapter.”

According to a press release, Ora has racked up more than 10 billion streams across platforms and holds the record for the most top 10 singles for a British female artist in U.K. history with 13, including four No. 1s. In the U.S., Ora has charted four singles on the Billboard Hot 100, including “Black Widow,” the 2014 Iggy Azalea track on which she was featured, which peaked at No. 3.

“Rita is a brilliant multi-hyphenate whose talent and influence extend far beyond the stage and screen” added UTA partner and co-head of talent Jay Gassner. “UTA is thrilled to partner with her to build on her remarkable career and expand her horizons across media.”

Ora is managed by Melissa Ruderman, Dave Bugliari and Michael Cooper at Range Media Partners.

Check out the rest of the latest signings below.