An exciting collaboration was announced today between marketing brand mogul Mathew Knowles (Beyoncé, Destiny’s Child, Earth Wind & Fire) and Emmy nominated executive producer Tamra Simmons (Surviving R. Kelly) in the formation of a new media company, Music World TV, Film & Media.
Utilizing Knowles’ expert industry knowledge, the team has already secured 15 scripted and unscripted projects currently in development. Music World TV, Film & Media through their storytelling, both fact and fiction, will produce stories that expand the creative community and captivate diverse audiences.
“I can’t wait to see what this next generation of women can accomplish,” said Knowles. “I’m excited for this new journey. I’ve always believed in giving back and what greater gift can you give than the gift of knowledge.”
“I am thrilled to partner with Mr. Knowles. We have both achieved success in the industry individually, and I am excited to collaborate and achieve even greater success together,” said Simmons. “This partnership presents a unique opportunity for us to dominate the TV and film business and gain new heights of achievement. As the saying goes, ‘If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.’ My team and I look forward to going farther with Music World TV & Film.”
Mathew Knowles has been regarded as one of the greatest music managers and branding architects of all time. He developed some of the most iconic musical acts in history, along with creating successful independent music labels with over 450 million records sold. Executive Produced several number one soundtracks including Dreamgirls, Cadillac Records, and Fighting Temptations. His resume in business also includes leading successful marketing campaigns, working with brands such as Pepsi, L’Oreál, Samsung, and many more.
Simmons reached a pinnacle of her career with the groundbreaking Lifetime documentary series, Surviving R. Kelly. The docuseries reached a viewership of 26.8 million since its debut in 2019, followed by season two in 2020 and season three in 2023. She is also the executive producer of CASEY ANTHONY: Where The Truth Lies which premiered to record ratings at Peacock.
Simmons is represented by Bobby Kenner and Ashley Harrison, CAA and Mathew Knowles is represented by Lin Almanza-Vasquez, Music World Entertainment.
