Deadmau5 Sells Catalog For $55 Million To Create Music Group

Deadmau5 Sells Catalog For $55 Million To Create Music Group

Electronic artist Deadmau5 has sold his personal song catalog and that of his Mau5trap record label to Create Music Group in a $55 million deal. The package includes the sound recordings and copyrights for over 4,000 songs, and features a joint venture for the artist to release future work. Create Music Group aims to implement…

Electronic artist Deadmau5 has sold his personal song catalog and that of his Mau5trap record label to Create Music Group in a $55 million deal. The package includes the sound recordings and copyrights for over 4,000 songs, and features a joint venture for the artist to release future work. Create Music Group aims to implement a “robust multi-platform strategy” to revamp the catalog and reissue classic releases from the label, which includes work by Skrillex, Rezz, Noisia, Feed Me, and i_o. The collaboration signifies a shift towards exploring gaming, VR, and live streaming for revenue streams, continuing the DJ’s influence in music, technology, and beyond. With a career dating back to 2005, Deadmau5, aka Joel Zimmerman, says the partnership was a natural fit. “We didn’t need to look far when we were considering a partner to help get it all to the next level,” he said. “With Create, I feel the music is going to reach more.” (Variety)

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