{"id":2046907,"date":"2026-07-16T20:08:21","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T17:08:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2046907"},"modified":"2026-07-16T20:08:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T17:08:21","slug":"the-deals-yellowstone-avengers-composer-brian-tyler-sells-music-rights-to-ceg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2046907","title":{"rendered":"The Deals: \u2018Yellowstone\u2019 & \u2018Avengers\u2019 Composer Brian Tyler Sells Music Rights to CEG"},"content":{"rendered":"
Cutting Edge Group (CEG)<\/strong>, which owns rights to the music catalogs of Warner Bros. Discovery and AMC Studios, acquired award-winning composer Brian Tyler<\/strong>\u2018s rights and royalty streams to the soundtracks of the Fast and the Furious<\/em> franchise, the Now You See Me<\/em> films, The Super Mario Bros. Movie<\/em>, Crazy Rich Asians<\/em> and more. The acquisition is one of the largest ever completed for the rights of a single film and TV composer, according to a press release issued on Wednesday (July 15).<\/p>\n
\n\tThe films represented in the catalog collectively grossed more than $21 billion at the box office and also include Iron Man 3<\/em>, Avengers: Age of Ultron<\/em>, Thor: The Dark World<\/em>, Rambo: Last Blood<\/em>, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles<\/em>, Taylor Sheridan\u2019s Yellowstone<\/em> universe and the very first \u201cOfficial F1 Theme\u201d for Formula 1, which plays every time the race is broadcast globally, according to the release.<\/p>\n
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\n\tThe acquisition bolsters CEG\u2019s position as the leading media music catalog collector, with a portfolio of 400,000 owned and\/or managed media music rights, valued at more than $1 billion. CEG was represented in the transaction by Michael Poster<\/strong> and Mehdi Sinaki<\/strong> of Michelman Robinson. Tyler was represented in the transaction by Dave Kaplan<\/strong> at Surfdog, Sam Schwartz<\/strong> and Michael Gorfaine<\/strong> of Gorfaine Schwartz Agency, Scott Edel<\/strong> and Mitchell Manger<\/strong> at Loeb & Loeb, and Jean Lee<\/strong> at Citrin Cooperman. <\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cMusic is how we remember the stories that matter most to us,\u201d said Tyler in a statement. \u201cIt\u2019s the invisible thread running through a scene or story that makes it unforgettable, and I\u2019ve spent my career trying to serve those stories as honestly as I can. Knowing that these compositions will be in the hands of a team that genuinely understands their value \u2014 not just commercially, but creatively and culturally \u2014 means everything to me.\u201d \u2014\u00a0Elizabeth Dilts Marshall<\/em><\/p>\n
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Too Lost Acquires GYRO.Group<\/h2>\n
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Too Lost <\/strong>acquired Australian indie music distribution and artist services company GYRO.Group<\/strong>, marking its first acquisition after securing a strategic investment led by GoldState Music and TA Associates. The deal allows Too Lost to expand its presence in Australia, New Zealand and the greater Asia-Pacific market (APAC).<\/p>\n
\n\tHeadquartered in Brisbane, Australia, GYRO.Group\u2019s portfolio includes G.Y.R.O., an indie distribution, marketing and artist services platform; DistroDirect, a global white-label distribution and infrastructure platform supporting more than 500 labels, managers, studios and music businesses in 40 markets, according to a press release; GROUP SPEED, a boutique marketing company focused on global growth strategy and audience development for artists; and Soothe Sounds, an invite-only distribution and recorded music service dedicated to neo-classical and contemporary instrumental music.<\/p>\n
\n\tToo Lost and GYRO.Group will jointly continue to invest in artist and DistroDirect partner advances, catalog acquisitions, and music tech and services.<\/p>\n
\n\tGRYO.Group co-founders Viv Mellish<\/strong> and Alex Wilson<\/strong>, along with executives Matthew Rogers<\/strong> and Adrian Burke<\/strong>, will continue leading GYRO.Group day-to-day. Andy Irvine<\/strong>, co-founder and CEO of GYRO.Group, will join Too Lost as head of APAC.<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cWe have long admired GYRO.Group and their commitment to delivering best-in-class technology and service as an artist-first company,\u201d said Gregory Hirschhorn<\/strong>, CEO and Co-Founder of Too Lost. \u201cAustralia has one of the most exciting independent music communities in the world, and we intend to invest heavily behind G.Y.R.O. to continue supporting artists, labels, managers, and music businesses throughout the APAC region.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tAdded Irvine: \u201cFrom our earliest conversations, it was clear that Too Lost shared our vision around empowering independent artists and labels through technology, transparency, and service. For our artists and partners, G.Y.R.O. remains the same Australian-made, artist-first company they know, now backed by additional resources, technology, and global reach to help accelerate more artist careers. We launched G.Y.R.O. to help export Australian and New Zealand artists while supporting independent musicians around the world. That mission remains unchanged. Joining forces with Too Lost allows us to continue building on that foundation while expanding the opportunities available to our artists, partners, and team.\u201d \u2014\u00a0Chris Eggertsen<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/li>\n
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Artist Legacy Group to Represent Estate of The Mavericks Frontman Raul Malo<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\tImage Credit: Jeff Fasano Photography\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A<\/span>rtist Legacy Group (ALG) signed on to represent the estate of singer, songwriter and founding frontman of Grammy-winning pop group The Mavericks. ALG will oversee the estate\u2019s intellectual property rights, business interests and archival assets. It will also aim to bring in opportunities for media projects, brand partnerships and consumer products.<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cWe are so grateful to the Malo Family for allowing us to be part of this next chapter,\u201d said ALG founder and CEO Ashley Austin. \u201cRaul had that once-in-a-generation voice, but what made him truly extraordinary was his ability to bridge styles, cultures, and generations. Our role is to protect that legacy while developing authentic, enduring ways to keep his music in conversation with the world.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tBetty Malo, executrix of the estate of Raul Malo, added, \u201cWhen an artist leaves behind a lifetime of music, creativity, and influence, preserving that legacy becomes more than a personal responsibility\u2014it becomes a duty. That\u2019s why I engaged Ashley Austin as our estate manager: to professionally protect Raul\u2019s intellectual property, oversee opportunities that honor his wishes, and ensure that every decision reflects the extraordinary artist and man he was.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tMalo died in December at age 60. \u2014\u00a0Chris Eggertsen<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/li>\n
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Warner Music Finland Acquires M\u00f6kkitie Records<\/h2>\n
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Warner Music Finland<\/strong> acquired the music catalog and publishing rights of Finnish label M\u00f6kkitie Records<\/strong>. Founded in 2012, M\u00f6kkitie has operated \u201cin close collaboration\u201d with Warner Music for almost a decade, according to a press release. It has released works by artists including Arttu Wiskair, Erika Vikman, Mira Luoti and Olli Halonen.<\/p>\n
\n\tM\u00f6kkitie\u2019s artists, \u201cfounding members and key personnel\u201d will join Warner Music Finland under the deal, the release adds. Among them are Wiskair, who has signed a new multi-year artist agreement with Warner Music Finland; Janne Rintala, who \u201cwill continue as a key creative force in the songwriting teams\u201d; M\u00f6kkitie managing director Olli Saksa<\/strong>, who is joining Warner Music Finland\u2019s A&R team; and producer Mika Laakkonen, who will focus on studio and leading the new label Katutaso, which signed a distribution agreement with Warner Music Finland earlier this year.<\/p>\n
Ramona Forsstr\u00f6m<\/strong>, managing director of Warner Music Finland, said in a statement, \u201cM\u00f6kkitie Records has an exceptional track record in the Finnish industry, genuinely shaping the domestic music scene with its distinctive, story-driven approach. Having witnessed its success story up close for years, this acquisition is a natural milestone in our long-term partnership. I\u2019m delighted to continue our close cooperation with the M\u00f6kkitie team. Their A&R instincts and ability to cultivate stellar musical talent are first-class, and we highly value the opportunity to integrate their expertise into our operations.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tAdded Saksa, \u201cOur nine-year label collaboration with Warner Music has yielded countless releases, signings, live shows, and chart-topping hits. Transferring this incredible catalog and legacy to Warner Music is the natural next step in our shared evolution. We\u2019re collectively energized about the future and look forward to what we can achieve in the coming years.\u201d \u2014\u00a0Chris Eggertsen<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/li>\n
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Cinq Music Group Partners With African Artist Development Platform C.R.E.A.M<\/h2>\n
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Cinq Music Group<\/strong>, part of GoDigital Music, partnered with talent discovery and artist development platform C.R.E.A.M<\/strong> to extend the global reach of emerging artists from Africa. With more than 7 million subscribers in Nigeria, C.R.E.A.M connects artists with audiences through content monetization, fan engagement and more.<\/p>\n
\n\tAs part of the deal, Cinq Music acquired the catalog of D\u2019Banj, the Afrobeats singer and rapper who founded C.R.E.A.M. Which specific rights Cinq purchased was not immediately clear.<\/p>\n
\n\tOne key component of the partnership is C.R.E.A.M\u2019s talent competition Best of the Streets (B.O.T.S.)<\/em>, which will return in October to identify promising emerging artists from across Africa. Cinq Music will sign and develop 10 artists selected through the program, providing them with global distribution, marketing support, funding opportunities and more. C.R.E.A.M creators not selected to sign with Cinq will have access to distribution and monetization services through Octiive, another GoDigital company.<\/p>\n
\n\tAccording to a press release, the partnership is \u201csupported and managed\u201d by Immensum Music.<\/p>\n
\n\tD\u2019Banj, who serves as CEO of C.R.E.A.M, said in a statement, \u201cC.R.E.A.M was founded to create opportunities for talented young people and connect African creatives to the audiences, resources, and platforms they need to succeed.\u201d He added \u201cThrough this partnership with Cinq music group, we are expanding that vision by creating a direct pathway for emerging artists to access global development, distribution, and career opportunities. Together, we are building a stronger future for African talent and ensuring the next generation can compete and thrive on the world stage from their home country in Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cAfrican music has moved beyond having a \u2018moment\u2019 on the global stage. It is fundamentally shifting the sound and energy of the entire industry, influencing genres from Latin to Country,\u201d added Fotemah Mba<\/strong>, head of A&R and African expansion at Cinq. \u201cWhat D\u2019Banj has built with C.R.E.A.M is unlike anything else. It\u2019s a massive, grassroots engine that connects directly with the heart of independent talent. At Cinq, our mission has always been to empower creators with data-driven infrastructure and true partnership. By plugging C.R.E.A.M\u2019s Best In The Streets pipeline into our global distribution and marketing ecosystem, we aren\u2019t just signing great new artists, we are building a permanent, scalable highway for the next wave of African superstars to reach audiences worldwide.\u201d \u2014\u00a0Chris Eggertsen<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/li>\n
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Hootie & the Blowfish Guitarist Mark Bryan Launches Stone Point Records in Partnership With Vere Music<\/h2>\n
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S<\/span>inger, songwriter, producer and Hootie & the Blowfish lead guitarist Mark Bryan<\/strong> launched a record label, Stone Point Records<\/strong>. The Charleston, S.C.-based label will release new music from rising artists, as well as Bryan\u2019s solo work, in association with Nashville marketing and label services company Vere Music<\/strong>, which has a global distribution pact with Warner Music Group\u2019s ADA. Notably, Vere Music is led by Rusty Harmon<\/strong>, Hootie & the Blowfish\u2019s former manager.<\/p>\n
Stella Budde <\/strong>will run Stone Point Records\u2019 day-to-day operations as general manager, while studio engineer Mikey Costanzo<\/strong> will oversee all recording activities as executive producer.<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cI\u2019ve never wanted to have a record label before because my true passion is about the music,\u201d says Bryan. \u201cBut I realized that if I\u2019m this passionate about the creative side of things, then I want the songs to have a proper release. I don\u2019t want to just leave them sitting on the studio floor. With Stone Point Records, I\u2019m able to release this music properly, which makes it more worth even doing the hard work on the creative end. I\u2019m thrilled to be working with Rusty again as we try and navigate the ways of music distribution in the current landscape. I look forward to releasing timeless recordings with emerging artists, as well as established faves.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tAdded Harmon, \u201cI\u2019ve had the privilege of working with Mark for decades, first as his manager during the early years of Hootie & the Blowfish and now as his distribution partner in this new chapter with Stone Point Records. Mark has always had a unique ability to discover and nurture talent, and that instinct has only grown stronger over time. Watching him step into the role of label head feels like a natural evolution of everything he\u2019s built as an artist and creative leader. At Vere Music, we\u2019re proud to support Stone Point Records with the marketing, distribution, and strategic execution needed to bring these artists to a wider audience. We\u2019re excited to be back in business together and to help bring Mark\u2019s vision for this next generation of talent to life.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tThe first release from Stone Point Records is Mark Bryan and the Screaming Trojans\u2019 \u201cI Wanna Feel Alright,\u201d available now. Future releases will include works from Skyler Waddell\u2019s The Stono River Project and SusAF, described as \u201cthe insurgent nom de guerre of a veteran artist with sales of more than 25M records though not previously known for incendiary agit-punk.\u201d \u2014 Chris Eggertsen<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/li>\n
Knitting Factory Entertainment<\/strong> acquired a minority equity stake in Wilmington, N.C.-based Does Entertainment<\/strong>, a venue development and guest experience company. Together, the companies will pursue new growth opportunities across concert promotion, venue ownership, talent buying, festivals and more while continuing to operate independently.<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cOur relationship with Does Entertainment has demonstrated exactly what we look for in a partner,\u201d said Morgan Margolis<\/strong>, CEO of Knitting Factory Entertainment, in a statement. \u201cOver the past year we\u2019ve had the opportunity to work alongside Jared Stone, Kevin Heaton, Tom Stinchfield, and their team, and have been incredibly impressed with both their entrepreneurial spirit and operational discipline. They\u2019ve built a remarkable company with a culture that closely aligns with ours. This investment creates a platform that can pursue opportunities neither company could achieve alone, and we see tremendous potential to grow together for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tThe relationship between Knitting Factory and Does started in 2025, when the companies began working to strengthen programming and artist relationships at Denver venue Ophelia\u2019s Electric Soapbox, where Knitting Factory has a talent-buying partnership.<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cAs independent companies, we each bring different strengths to the table,\u201d said Jared Stone<\/strong>, CEO of Does Entertainment. \u201cKnitting Factory has spent decades building one of the most respected independent entertainment companies in North America, and their relationships and operational expertise are second to none. From our first collaboration, we recognized that our cultures aligned remarkably well. This partnership gives us access to an incredible strategic partner while allowing us to keep growing Does Entertainment in the entrepreneurial way that\u2019s made us successful.\u201d \u2014\u00a0Chris Eggertsen<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
[analyse_image type=”featured” src=”https:\/\/www.billboard.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Brian-Tyler-press-courtesy-billboard-1800.jpg?w=1024″] Cutting Edge Group (CEG), which owns rights to the music catalogs of Warner Bros. Discovery and AMC Studios, acquired award-winning composer Brian Tyler\u2018s rights and royalty streams to the soundtracks of the Fast and the Furious franchise, the Now You See Me films, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Crazy Rich Asians and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[48,226],"class_list":["post-2046907","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics","tag-billboard-com","tag-crawlmanager"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2046907","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2046907"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2046907\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2046907"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2046907"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2046907"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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