Universal Music PublishingLos Angeles, CA (May 6, 2009) –Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) today announced the signing of an exclusive world-wide publishing agreement with J Records recording artist and songwriter BC Jean. The company will publish BC Jean’s catalog and future works for the world. BC Jean is featured as a co-writer of Beyonce’s hit single, "If I Were a Boy," from the album, I Am...Sasha Fierce. The song topped 11 charts world-wide, peaking at No 1. on the UK Singles Chart, No. 1 on the European Hot 100 Singles chart, and No. 3 on the U.S. Hot 100 chart. The song was certified platinum after 12 weeks. In the UK, it became Beyonce’s first certified Gold single, her highest selling solo single, and simultaneously the 68th biggest selling single of the last decade. In a highly competitive situation, J Records, led by music business legends, Clive Davis, Chief Creative Officer, Sony Music Entertainment, Barry Weiss, Chairman CEO, RCA/Jive Label Group with Larry Jackson and John Ehmann, recently announced the signing of BC to their record label. BC’s debut album is anticipated for release on J Records at the end of 2009. "BC Jean is a rare and extraordinary find. She is a lyricist, melodist, recording artist, and a great live performer. This is a key signing for us," said Tom Sturges, Executive Vice President, Creative Affairs, UMPG. Donna Caseine, Senior Vice President, Creative Affairs, UMPG said, "BC Jean is one of the most prolific writers and unique voices to come from the Y generation of new artist. I’m thrilled to be working with her." "I am so grateful to be a part of UMPG. This has been such an incredible journey for me, and now to get to work with the best in the business is just amazing.... David Renzer, Tom Sturges, and Donna Caseine - thank you so much for believing in me. I truly have the most amazing team around me....What an exciting year this has been!" said BC Jean. BC is currently in the midst of recording material in Los Angeles and New York for her debut album with such noted collaborators as The Matrix (Christina Aguilera, Avril Lavigne), Dallas Austin (Gwen Stefani, Pink), and Max Martin (Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Kelly Clarkson), among others.