Sony Music Publishing has signed producer and songwriter Jon Buscema to a global publishing deal, in partnership with Daniel Nigro and his publishing venture Amusement.
The agreement marks one of the first producer signings under Amusement, the publishing company launched by Nigro, who has worked with artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, and Conan Gray.
Buscema has built a growing reputation as a cross-genre collaborator, with songwriting and production credits for artists such as Conan Gray, Devon Again, Noah Rinker, Grace VanderWaal, and Sofia & The Antoinettes.
“With Dan, Amusement, and Sony, I feel I’ve finally found a group of people who share a passion for developing artists and put music first.”
Jon Buscema, producer and songwriter
He has played a central role in the development of emerging artists like Devon Again and Noah Rinker, co-writing and producing Devon Again’s latest EP In Order in full, and producing tracks including “Wherever I Go” and “The Pines” for Rinker. Buscema is currently continuing work with both artists.
More recently, Buscema collaborated with Nigro on “Caramel”, a track from Conan Gray’s latest album Wishbone.
Commenting on the deal, Buscema said: “Finding the right team can be one of the more challenging aspects of navigating the music industry. With Dan, Amusement, and Sony, I feel I’ve finally found a group of people who share a passion for developing artists and put music first. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity and excited for what’s ahead”.”
Nigro added: “I’m beyond excited to sign my first producer to Amusement. Jon is one of the smartest and most thoughtful producers I’ve come across in years, and shares my ideals on the importance of always putting the song first.”
Nigro founded Amusement in 2023, initially as a home for Chappell Roan following her departure from her former label, releasing music created for her album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess.
“Jon is one of the smartest and most thoughtful producers I’ve come across in years, and shares my ideals on the importance of always putting the song first.”
Daniel Nigro, AMUSEMENT
Nick Bral, SVP of Creative A&R at Sony Music Publishing, said Buscema stood out by “his level of taste and decisive nature”.
He said: “Jon immediately impressed us with his high level of taste and decisive nature. As soon as we began working together, it was evident that he is a world builder who has an incredibly bright future. We’re thrilled to welcome Jon to the SMP family and begin this exciting new chapter with Dan.”
Originally from New Jersey, Buscema began his career playing in bands before becoming active in the New York City music scene. He relocated to Los Angeles in 2019, where his profile has continued to expand.
Alongside artist projects, Buscema has also built a track record in sync, wlanding placements with Apple, Google, Amazon, Netflix, HBO, Guinness, IKEA, Ford, and more.
“Jon immediately impressed us with his high level of taste and decisive nature.”
Nick Bral, SVP of Creative A&R at Sony Music Publishing
The signing follows a series of recent moves by Sony Music Publishing.
As previously reported, the company has continued to expand its catalog and administration footprint, including the acquisition of Big Yellow Dog Music in Nashville and recent global publishing and administration agreements with artists and companies including BigXthaPlug, By Design, and Sea Gayle Music.Music Business Worldwide
