Tag: rights

BMG acquires publishing and recording catalog of UK new wave band A Flock of Seagulls
The deal covers the ownership of US publishing rights and a participation in publishing income of the band’s catalog globally. Source...

Dionne Warwick sues rights company over alleged ‘pilfering of millions’ in royalty income
Artists Rights Enforcement Corporation previously sued the singer, claiming it is owed "hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars." Source...

Andrea Czapary Martin to exit as CEO of the UK’s PRS for Music at the end of 2026
PRS represents the rights of more than 180,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Source...

South Korea’s music industry unites to declare ‘war’ on AI copyright infringement
Six music rights organizations have formed a coalition, declaring a "state of emergency" and making what they describe as a "declaration of war" against AI copyright infringement. Source...

Sacem secures ‘landmark’ agreement with UAE-based CMO, the Emirates Music Rights Association (EMRA)
The deal is said to mark a "turning point" for the protection and fair remuneration of creators, authors, composers, and publishers in the UAE. Source...

AI-driven kids media firm Animaj strikes global deal with The Orchard’s Magic Star and Sony Music Publishing
Deal sees The Orchard’s kids division handle recordings distribution while Sony Music Publishing administers publishing rights across Animaj’s catalogue. Source...

How Cutting Edge built a $1bn+ portfolio of Hollywood music rights
MBW's Trailblazers series meets the leadership team at Cutting Edge Group: CEO Philip Moross, COO Tara Finegan, and Head of M&A Tim Hegarty Source...

SoundExchange expands global neighboring rights coverage via 17 new agreements with CMOs in markets including Barbados, Denmark, Kenya, Portugal, and more
The expansion includes new partnerships in Kenya, Barbados, Panama, Paraguay, and several European territories. Source...

Connect Music raises $80m to expand indie artist financing and catalog acquisitions
The music rights and technology firm will use the investment to fund catalog acquisitions and expand the company's music licensing operations. Source...

Blackstone sells part of Recognition Music catalog to Sony Music for over $200m (report)
Billboard reports that the deal consists primarily of publishing rights and some master recording royalty streams Source...

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