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INXS sign global publishing deal with Universal
By Andy Malt | Published on Thursday 31 October 2013
Universal Music Publishing has announced a new deal with INXS which brings most of the band’s songs catalogue under one roof – Universal having already controlled the group’s early work.
Although the band quit touring last year, they are still working on new projects, with a TV series about the band to air next year, as well as a film, documentary and musical all in the works, according to the band’s Creative Director and Global Strategist (apparently that’s a thing bands have) Chris M Murphy.
Announcing the new deal, Universal Music Publishing CEO Zach Hotowitz said: “INXS is simply one of the greatest rock bands of all time, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to bring their core catalogue and all of their hits to UMPG worldwide”.
He added: “We’re particularly excited to work with the group and their visionary creative consultant, Chris Murphy, in finding new and innovative ways to take their music to the next level – including the upcoming TV mini-series about their career, movies, and theatrical plays. We’re looking forward to connecting new generations of fans with the band’s timeless music”.
Murphy added: “Zach Horowitz ‘got it’ from my very first meeting with him, and his passion for INXS’s music was undeniable. We’re over the moon that we’ll be working with him and the outstanding UMPG team to write the next chapter in the band’s illustrious history”.
