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06/21/2024

Exciting times in the music royalties and copyright business! Sony Music Entertainment has made headlines with a historic acquisition of Queen's music catalog for over $1.27 billion. This landmark deal, one of the largest ever in the industry, underscores the immense value of iconic music assets. As we continue to witness the evolving landscape of music investments, this acquisition highlights the enduring legacy and financial potential of legendary catalogs.

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/queen-catalog-sony-billion-dollars-1235043145/

12/12/2023

The live music industry has reached new heights in 2023, with the top 10 tours grossing an astounding $3.8 billion, a record-breaking figure that represents a significant 41.5% of the total box-office revenues from the top 100 tours.

This year's chart is led by Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, marking the first time in 15 years that two female artists have topped the list. Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band follow closely, securing the third spot with $379.5 million in revenue. Other notable mentions include Coldplay, Harry Styles, and the only country artist in the top 10, Morgan Wallen.

This phenomenal success in the touring sector underscores the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of the music industry, reflecting a significant rebound and growth post-pandemic.

In a year of touring that has seen record-smashing box-office success in practically every facet of live entertainment, it should come as no surprise that the

12/07/2023

Enrique Iglesias' latest move with Influence Media underscores music rights management's dynamic and evolving landscape. A compelling development for those of us invested in the future of music as an asset class.

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The deal includes the management of the Spanish star’s pre-2021 recording catalog as well as his name, image and likeness rights.

06/07/2023

Big moves in the world 🎧 Young Buck is selling his music catalog, paving the way to resolve his debts and reset. It's a bold step and a reminder that music is not just about the art but also the business. 🎶📈

Stay strong, Young Buck! The beat goes on! 💪🎤

04/17/2023

🎶💰 Music royalties have always been a contentious issue in the industry, but with the rise of technology, the landscape is rapidly changing. My latest article in Rolling Stone explores the quest for equitable compensation and how technology is reshaping the music industry's approach to royalties.

The digital age has undeniably revolutionized the music landscape, opening doors to new opportunities and challenges alike.

03/12/2023

This is an exciting development for the music industry, as producer, songwriter, and artist Metro Boomin has sold a portion of his entire existing publishing catalog to Shamrock Capital for close to $70 million. This sale highlights the growing trend of music creators selling their publishing rights for significant revenue, particularly in the rap and R&B genres.

Metro Boomin's extensive contribution to the music industry, including hits like "Bad and Boujee," "Heartless," "Congratulations," and many more, has helped shape the industry's sound and solidify his place as a defining creative in the industry. His recent album HEROES & VILLAINS, which features an array of popular artists, including Travis Scott, Future, and Young Thug, has been well-received and demonstrates his continued relevance in the industry.

The sale of Metro Boomin's catalog to Shamrock Capital is a testament to the value of music catalogs and the increasing demand for music in the streaming era. While it remains to be seen how this trend will impact the industry in the long term, it provides a unique opportunity for music creators to monetize their work and for investment firms to capitalize on the industry's growth potential.

I am thrilled to see these developments in the industry and look forward to seeing how they continue to shape the industry's future. Congratulations to Metro Boomin on this exciting sale and the continued success of his career!

The producer, writer and artist has worked on hits like “Bad and Boujee,” “Heartless,” “Congratulations,” “Creepin’,” “Knife Talk” …

03/03/2023

🚨 Record-breaking music catalog deal alert! 🚨

Sony is reportedly negotiating to acquire 50% of Michael Jackson's publishing, recorded-music revenues, Broadway show, and upcoming biopic for an astonishing $800 million-$900 million. Here's why this deal could be a game-changer for the music industry and what it means for music royalties companies like ours:

🎵 Michael Jackson's recorded-music catalog is one of the most lucrative in history, with his 1982 "Thriller" album alone being one of the two biggest sellers of all time. Owning a piece of his catalog would give Sony and its potential financial partner unprecedented access to Jackson's iconic songs, including "Billie Jean," "Beat It," and "Man in the Mirror," as well as his unreleased material and future projects.

🎵 The music catalog market has been booming recently, with blockbuster deals becoming routine. For example, Sony previously acquired Bruce Springsteen's publishing and recorded-music catalogs for around $600 million and paid $150 million-$200 million for Bob Dylan's rights to his recorded-music catalog. Primary Wave Music, another major player in the industry, already owns a stake in Jackson's publishing catalog.

🎵 Owning a music catalog has become a goldmine in the age of streaming, as it allows companies to maximize the artist's work in various ways beyond traditional album sales, such as syncing songs in films, TV shows, and commercials, creating TikTok campaigns and developing merchandising and branding deals. Primary Wave CEO Larry Mestel explains: "We're always working in conjunction with the artist or their estate—we're creating a marketing plan that they sign off on, and then we go and get."

🎵 As a music royalties company, we understand the value of owning and managing the rights to an artist's catalog, and we know how complex and dynamic the music industry can be. That's why we're closely monitoring this potential deal and its implications for the industry, as well as exploring opportunities to partner with innovative companies and artists who want to maximize the value of their music.

03/26/2022

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03/24/2022

01/19/2022

Another massive acquisition by & in the Country Music Space🤘

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11/04/2021

Another week, another report of a catalog mega-deal in the works.

08/25/2021

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