NEW YORK, NY, October 4th, 2012: Jeff Castelaz was today named President of Elektra Records, one of the world's most renowned record labels. A seasoned music executive and artist manager, Castelaz has played a key role in the careers of a diverse range of artists including Silversun Pickups, Fitz and The Tantrums, Sea Wolf, Dropkick Murphys, Eagles of Death Metal and Phoenix. Elektra Records operates as a freestanding label within the Atlantic Records Group, and Castelaz will report to Craig Kallman, Chairman & CEO, Atlantic Records and Julie Greenwald, Chairman & COO, Atlantic Records. He will oversee all areas of Elektra's activities, growing the success of existing signings and developing new talent.