Avex Music Group announced a $100 million initial commitment to acquire music publishing catalogs, companies, and copyrights over the next 12 months, marking the first phase of its global catalog acquisition strategy.
The initiative establishes catalog acquisitions as a core division within the company’s global publishing business, building on its recent momentum in frontline publishing across North America, Asia, and international markets. The strategy is led by CEO Brandon Silverstein, alongside CFO Ryusuke Kamada and SVP Spencer LeBoff.
As part of the launch, Avex completed its first acquisition under the strategy, purchasing the publishing catalog of producer and songwriter Marco Rodriguez, professionally known as Infamous. The catalog includes major works such as “Lose Control” by Teddy Swims, a multi-platinum Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit, as well as collaborations with Lil Wayne and Charlie Puth.
The expansion into catalog acquisitions follows a period of strong growth in Avex’s frontline publishing business, including a global publishing administration partnership with Bruno Mars and contributions to major releases from artists such as Drake and Tate McRae.
The company is positioning its catalog strategy as a long-term investment in culturally significant music assets, aiming to build a scaled global portfolio that spans both new releases and legacy works. Financing for the initiative is supported by City National Bank.
Avex Music Group, headquartered in Los Angeles and part of Japan-based Avex Inc., continues to expand its international presence, connecting creative and commercial operations across Eastern and Western markets.
The move reflects a broader trend in the music industry, where major companies and investors are increasingly acquiring music catalogs as long-term assets that generate recurring revenue through streaming, licensing, and royalties.
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“At Avex Music Group, we are focused on investing in culturally defining music at every stage, from creation through long-term ownership. Our success in frontline publishing has created strong global momentum, and expanding into catalog is a natural evolution of that strategy. This initial $100 million represents the first phase of a broader, long-term commitment to building a scaled global catalog business.”
Brandon Silverstein, CEO, Avex Music Group
