LANDMARK PACT ENCOMPASSES OVER FOUR
DECADES OF ICONIC SONGS
INCLUDES HITS "REFUGEE," "I WON'T BACK
DOWN," "FREE FALLIN'," "HERE COMES MY GIRL," "LEARNING TO FLY," AND
DOZENS MORE
LOS
ANGELES, July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The
estate of Tom Petty and
Warner Chappell Music (WCM) today announced the signing of a
new worldwide administration deal for the late rock icon's storied
music catalog. The milestone agreement includes the vast majority
of songs written by Petty throughout his lifetime, including
enduring hits such as "Wildlflowers," "Free Fallin'," "Learning to
Fly," "Refugee," "Here Comes My Girl," "I Won't Back Down," "The
Waiting," "Don't Come Around Here No More," "Mary Jane's Last Dance," "Runnin' Down A Dream,"
and dozens more. The pact encompasses Petty's work with the
Heartbreakers and as a solo artist.
"We're looking forward to this new partnership with the team at
Warner Chappell, as we expand the reach of Tom's iconic song
catalog. This partnership will open the door to new licensing
opportunities and serve to introduce his music to a new generation
across the globe," the Petty Estate shares. "We're excited
for this new chapter of growth, and the preservation of Tom's
legacy both at home and abroad. We look forward to working closely
with Carianne, Greg, Guy, and their incredible team."
In making the announcement, WCM Co-Chair and COO,
Carianne Marshall, and
Co-Chair and CEO, Guy Moot, said: "Tom Petty's music is woven into the fabric of
our lives, not just across America, but around the world. He
captured the full range and resilience of the human spirit in songs
about freedom and dreams, outcasts and rebels, relationships and
heartbreak, the personal and the universal. Tom's unmistakable
sound and lyrics remain as timeless and vital today as ever, and
all of us at Warner Chappell Music are honored to be joining with
his estate to help amplify his extraordinary legacy on a global
scale. Their work in recent years has already laid an incredible
foundation, and we're very excited to be partnering with such an
innovative and forward-thinking team."
WCM SVP, A&R and Catalog, Greg
Sowders added: "This landmark new deal spans 40 years of
Tom's hugely influential and much-loved songs. The depth and
breadth of his catalog is exceptional, including 15 top ten albums
and an incredible stream of rock classics. Tom was a born
storyteller and he turned life experiences, both good and bad, into
songs of extraordinary power and emotion that continue to captivate
millions of fans. Tom Petty and his
songs are one of the reasons I became a musician and publisher. The
whole team is looking forward to partnering with his estate to
ensure that his music not only endures but that its impact
continues to grow for many years to come."
About Tom Petty
Over
his 40-year career, Tom Petty became
one of the biggest cultural icons in the world. In addition to the
13 studio albums he made with the Heartbreakers, Petty recorded
three solo albums, including the acclaimed Full Moon Fever and Wildflowers. Petty was
also a member of the supergroup, Traveling Wilburys, and in the
pre-Heartbreakers band, Mudcrutch.
Hailed as one of the greatest rock artists of all time, Petty's
list of achievements include: Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee,
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, multiple Grammy Award
winner, over 85 million records sold, performing to over 140
million fans worldwide, and Super Bowl halftime performer.
Tom Petty passed away in 2017
shortly after completing his 40th anniversary tour, but his music
continues to reach fans, both new and old, around the world
today.
Most recently, some of Petty's closest friends and collaborators
came together to lovingly curate Petty Country: A Country Music
Celebration of Tom Petty via Big
Machine Records in partnership with the Tom Petty Estate.
About Warner Chappell Music
Warner Chappell Music, the
global music publishing company of Warner Music Group, is home
to a wide array of legendary songwriters and a rich catalog of
contemporary hits and influential standards. With offices in more
than 20 countries, Warner Chappell provides deep expertise across a
range of creative services and the most innovative opportunities
for songwriters and copyright holders. Warner Chappell, which has a
history dating back more than 200 years, currently publishes and
administers music from David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, Madonna, George
Gershwin, Cole Porter, Grateful Dead, Kool & the Gang, and
Quincy Jones, among many others.
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Media Contacts
- For Warner Chappell Music: Denise Schenasi or James
Steven, Denise.Schenasi@wmg.com,
James.Steven@wmg.com.
- For The Tom Petty Estate: Krista
Williams or Carla Sacks at
Sacks & Co., 212.741.1000, krista@sacksco.com,
carla@sacksco.com.
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