Faith Newman: Last News

Reservoir has acquired the recording and song catalogues of hip hop producer Mannie Fresh.“Mannie’s clever production cultivated a powerful moment for Southern hip hop, and his distinctive sound helped pave the way for other producers for years to come”, says Reservoir EVP A&R & Catalogue Development, Faith Newman. “I have personally been a fan of his for decades, and it’s a pleasure to bring him into the Reservoir family”.The producer adds: “It’s great to be joining up with Faith Newman and the entire Reservoir team.

DEALSPrimary Wave has bought a stake in the songs catalogue of George Brown, founder member and drummer with Kool & The Gang. “Kool & The Gang’s influence on generations of musicians and fans around the globe cannot be denied”, says Primary Wave SVP Business And Legal Affairs Samantha Rhulen, who also confirms that the company is “THRILLED” to be partnering with Brown.Reservoir Media has acquired music rights from four of the founding members of The Spinners.

Killer Mike has sold his entire song back catalogue as part of a new publishing deal with Reservoir Media.As Billboard reports, the agreement will see the independent publisher take a considerable stake in the discography of Run The Jewels – the rap duo comprised of Mike and El-P – as well as songs from the artist’s solo projects.In a statement about the new deal Killer Mike said: “A great publisher is a major key to success, and I’m excited to embark on this phase of my career with the dynamic team at Reservoir.”Faith Newman, executive VP of A&R and catalogue development at Reservoir, added: “Killer Mike has been a fixture of hip-hop for decades now, and both his past successes and upcoming music continue to push boundaries and address deeply meaningful topics.“Artists and visionaries of his calibre do not come around often, and we are grateful to be the publishing home for such a trailblazing creator.”Killer Mike has released four studio albums with Run The Jewels, the latest coming in the form of 2020’s ‘RTJ4’.The Atlanta rapper has also made five solo records: ‘Monster’ (2003), ‘I Pledge Allegiance To The Grind’ (2006), ‘I Pledge Allegiance To The Grind II’ (2008), ‘PL3DGE’ (2011) and ‘R.A.P. Music’ (2012).Additionally, he’s collaborated with the likes of Jay-Z, Outkast, T.I.

DEALSReservoir has acquired the catalogue of songwriter and producer Dallas Austin. That catalogue “is deep with great cuts, and we are so happy to bring some of his fantastic music to Reservoir”, says the firm’s EVP A&R And Catalogue Development, Faith Newman.

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