Merck Mercuriadis fund pays $23m to buy 75% stake in The-Dream catalog

Deal includes 302 songs, performed by the likes of Justin Bieber, Beyoncé, Rihanna and Jay-Z
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Sony/ATV promotes Danielle Middleton and Sam Reas to Manager, A&R positions

“These promotions will give them both the opportunity to continue to grow at Sony/ATV.”
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Downtown acquires Booker T. Jones catalog, signs deal for future works

Publishing deal covers the renowned musician’s catalog and future works
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Big Deal Music Group signs global admin agreement with Sounds of Memphis/XL Records

Deal includes music by artists such as The Minits, The Ovations, Barbara & The Browns and Lou Williams
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