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2 days ago
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HarbourView Equity Partners Acquires Royalty Portfolio of Iconic GRAMMY® Award-Winning Producer and Songwriter Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins in Deal Facilitated by Chapter Two
NEWARK, N.J., May 29, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HarbourView Equity Partners (HarbourView), a multi-strategy investment firm focused on investment opportunities in the sports, media and entertainment space, announced today that they have agreed to purchase select catalog assets from the iconic GRAMMY Award-winning producer and singer-songwriter Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. The deal was facilitated by Swedish music technology company, Chapter Two, which specializes in advanced royalty data analytics and music rights transactions. Jerkins is a multi-GRAMMY Award-winner whose discography includes some of the most recognizable songs and albums of the last 30+ years. Known for his innovation and influential collaborations, Jerkins has worked with the biggest names in music including Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Drake, SZA, Monica, Toni Braxton, and Mary J. Blige. His long list of megahits includes Joe's "Don't Wanna Be a Player," Mary J. Blige/Lil' Kim's "I Can Love You," Brandy & Monica's "The Boy is Mine," Monica's "Angel of Mine," Destiny's Child's #1 pop hit "Say My Name" which won the GRAMMY for Best R&B Song in 2000, Justin Bieber's "As Long As You Love Me," Lady Gaga/Beyonce's "Telephone," H.E.R.'s "Hard Place," Sam Smith's "Stay With Me" which won a GRAMMY Award for "Record of the Year" in 2014, and many more. As he continues to set new industry standards, he works diligently to illustrate to fellow creators how adopting advanced technological solutions can unlock and maximize the true value of their creative works. "At HarbourView, our mission is to curate a canon of work that represents the very best of global culture which is why it is essential that the contributions of legendary creators like Rodney Jerkins continue to be recognized, preserved, and celebrated," said Sherrese Clarke, Founder and CEO of HarbourView. " We are honored to welcome him to the HarbourView family and humbled by his decision to join us." "HarbourView truly understands the value of music and the people who create it," said GRAMMY Award-winning producer and singer-songwriter Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. "Music creators deserve respect and clarity when it comes to selling their life's work, and working with both HarbourView and Chapter Two has made that process feel seamless." "This transaction is a clear sign that creators are realizing the true value of their work faster and more transparently than ever before," said Michel Traore, CEO of Chapter Two. "Rodney is setting a new benchmark in the industry, and we thank HarbourView for their vision in working with us." Since its inception in 2021, HarbourView has amassed roughly $2.67 billion* in regulatory assets under management including over 75+ music catalogs to date and investments in two media production companies, MACRO and Mucho Mas Media, both with a mission to center premium storytelling. The firm's distinctly diverse music portfolio features thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras, and artists, amounting to a diversified catalog of ~41,000+ songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams. HarbourView's diverse portfolio of music catalog assets includes T-Pain, James Fauntleroy, George Benson, Luis Fonsi, Noel Zancanella, Fleetwood Mac's Christine McVie, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Nelly, Jeremih, Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, Full Force and more.** Fox Rothschild served as legal counsel to HarbourView in this transaction. Jerkins was represented by Pamela L. Klein of Rossi Baldivia Klein Fine & Spector, P.C. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. About HarbourView Equity PartnersHarbourView Equity Partners is an investment firm, founded by Sherrese Clarke, focused on opportunities to support premium content across the entertainment, sports, and media markets. The firm seeks businesses or assets powered by IP and investment opportunities that aim to build enduring value and returns. HarbourView has been extremely active since launching in 2021, amassing roughly $2.67 billion* in regulatory assets under management including over 75+ music catalogs to date and investments in two media production companies, MACRO and Mucho Mas Media, both with a mission to center premium storytelling. The firm's distinctly diverse music portfolio features thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras, and artists, amounting to a diversified catalog of ~41,000+ songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams. The company is headquartered in Newark, NJ. About Chapter TwoFounded in 2021 by Filip Strömsten, Michel Traore, and Ida Brink, Chapter Two is a Swedish data-driven platform transforming music rights transactions. Leveraging advanced proprietary technology for royalty data processing and analytics, Chapter Two significantly accelerates and improves accuracy in music rights transactions. The platform provides music creators with enhanced transparency into their royalty earnings and catalog valuations, while offering music investment funds structured, enriched data to enable faster and more informed acquisition decisions. Chapter Two is backed by prominent investors such as Swedish House Mafia member Axwell, King founder Sebastian Knutsson, and leading Nordic VC Inventure. *Regulatory AUM for private funds are calculated regardless of the nature of the gross assets under management as of 12/31/2024. This includes any uncalled committed capital pursuant to an obligation to make a capital contribution to the fund. **Catalog assets included in this release do not represent the full HarbourView portfolio. View source version on Contacts For HarbourView: The Lede Company | harbourview@ For Chapter Two: Deliberate PR | connor@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
2 days ago
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HarbourView Equity Partners Acquires Royalty Portfolio of Iconic GRAMMY® Award-Winning Producer and Songwriter Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins in Deal Facilitated by Chapter Two
NEWARK, N.J., May 29, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HarbourView Equity Partners (HarbourView), a multi-strategy investment firm focused on investment opportunities in the sports, media and entertainment space, announced today that they have agreed to purchase select catalog assets from the iconic GRAMMY Award-winning producer and singer-songwriter Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. The deal was facilitated by Swedish music technology company, Chapter Two, which specializes in advanced royalty data analytics and music rights transactions. Jerkins is a multi-GRAMMY Award-winner whose discography includes some of the most recognizable songs and albums of the last 30+ years. Known for his innovation and influential collaborations, Jerkins has worked with the biggest names in music including Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Drake, SZA, Monica, Toni Braxton, and Mary J. Blige. His long list of megahits includes Joe's "Don't Wanna Be a Player," Mary J. Blige/Lil' Kim's "I Can Love You," Brandy & Monica's "The Boy is Mine," Monica's "Angel of Mine," Destiny's Child's #1 pop hit "Say My Name" which won the GRAMMY for Best R&B Song in 2000, Justin Bieber's "As Long As You Love Me," Lady Gaga/Beyonce's "Telephone," H.E.R.'s "Hard Place," Sam Smith's "Stay With Me" which won a GRAMMY Award for "Record of the Year" in 2014, and many more. As he continues to set new industry standards, he works diligently to illustrate to fellow creators how adopting advanced technological solutions can unlock and maximize the true value of their creative works. "At HarbourView, our mission is to curate a canon of work that represents the very best of global culture which is why it is essential that the contributions of legendary creators like Rodney Jerkins continue to be recognized, preserved, and celebrated," said Sherrese Clarke, Founder and CEO of HarbourView. " We are honored to welcome him to the HarbourView family and humbled by his decision to join us." "HarbourView truly understands the value of music and the people who create it," said GRAMMY Award-winning producer and singer-songwriter Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. "Music creators deserve respect and clarity when it comes to selling their life's work, and working with both HarbourView and Chapter Two has made that process feel seamless." "This transaction is a clear sign that creators are realizing the true value of their work faster and more transparently than ever before," said Michel Traore, CEO of Chapter Two. "Rodney is setting a new benchmark in the industry, and we thank HarbourView for their vision in working with us." Since its inception in 2021, HarbourView has amassed roughly $2.67 billion* in regulatory assets under management including over 75+ music catalogs to date and investments in two media production companies, MACRO and Mucho Mas Media, both with a mission to center premium storytelling. The firm's distinctly diverse music portfolio features thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras, and artists, amounting to a diversified catalog of ~41,000+ songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams. HarbourView's diverse portfolio of music catalog assets includes T-Pain, James Fauntleroy, George Benson, Luis Fonsi, Noel Zancanella, Fleetwood Mac's Christine McVie, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Nelly, Jeremih, Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, Full Force and more.** Fox Rothschild served as legal counsel to HarbourView in this transaction. Jerkins was represented by Pamela L. Klein of Rossi Baldivia Klein Fine & Spector, P.C. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. About HarbourView Equity PartnersHarbourView Equity Partners is an investment firm, founded by Sherrese Clarke, focused on opportunities to support premium content across the entertainment, sports, and media markets. The firm seeks businesses or assets powered by IP and investment opportunities that aim to build enduring value and returns. HarbourView has been extremely active since launching in 2021, amassing roughly $2.67 billion* in regulatory assets under management including over 75+ music catalogs to date and investments in two media production companies, MACRO and Mucho Mas Media, both with a mission to center premium storytelling. The firm's distinctly diverse music portfolio features thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras, and artists, amounting to a diversified catalog of ~41,000+ songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams. The company is headquartered in Newark, NJ. About Chapter TwoFounded in 2021 by Filip Strömsten, Michel Traore, and Ida Brink, Chapter Two is a Swedish data-driven platform transforming music rights transactions. Leveraging advanced proprietary technology for royalty data processing and analytics, Chapter Two significantly accelerates and improves accuracy in music rights transactions. The platform provides music creators with enhanced transparency into their royalty earnings and catalog valuations, while offering music investment funds structured, enriched data to enable faster and more informed acquisition decisions. Chapter Two is backed by prominent investors such as Swedish House Mafia member Axwell, King founder Sebastian Knutsson, and leading Nordic VC Inventure. *Regulatory AUM for private funds are calculated regardless of the nature of the gross assets under management as of 12/31/2024. This includes any uncalled committed capital pursuant to an obligation to make a capital contribution to the fund. **Catalog assets included in this release do not represent the full HarbourView portfolio. View source version on Contacts For HarbourView: The Lede Company | harbourview@ For Chapter Two: Deliberate PR | connor@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
HarbourView Equity Partners Acquires Royalty Portfolio of Iconic GRAMMY® Award-Winning Producer and Songwriter Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins in Deal Facilitated by Chapter Two
NEWARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- HarbourView Equity Partners (HarbourView), a multi-strategy investment firm focused on investment opportunities in the sports, media and entertainment space, announced today that they have agreed to purchase select catalog assets from the iconic GRAMMY Award-winning producer and singer-songwriter Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins. The deal was facilitated by Swedish music technology company, Chapter Two, which specializes in advanced royalty data analytics and music rights transactions. Jerkins is a multi-GRAMMY Award-winner whose discography includes some of the most recognizable songs and albums of the last 30+ years. Known for his innovation and influential collaborations, Jerkins has worked with the biggest names in music including Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Drake, SZA, Monica, Toni Braxton, and Mary J. Blige. His long list of megahits includes Joe's 'Don't Wanna Be a Player,' Mary J. Blige/Lil' Kim's 'I Can Love You,' Brandy & Monica's 'The Boy is Mine,' Monica's 'Angel of Mine,' Destiny's Child's #1 pop hit 'Say My Name' which won the GRAMMY for Best R&B Song in 2000, Justin Bieber's 'As Long As You Love Me,' Lady Gaga/Beyonce's 'Telephone,' H.E.R.'s 'Hard Place,' Sam Smith's 'Stay With Me' which won a GRAMMY Award for 'Record of the Year" in 2014, and many more. As he continues to set new industry standards, he works diligently to illustrate to fellow creators how adopting advanced technological solutions can unlock and maximize the true value of their creative works. 'At HarbourView, our mission is to curate a canon of work that represents the very best of global culture which is why it is essential that the contributions of legendary creators like Rodney Jerkins continue to be recognized, preserved, and celebrated," said Sherrese Clarke, Founder and CEO of HarbourView." We are honored to welcome him to the HarbourView family and humbled by his decision to join us.' 'HarbourView truly understands the value of music and the people who create it,' said GRAMMY Award-winning producer and singer-songwriter Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins. 'Music creators deserve respect and clarity when it comes to selling their life's work, and working with both HarbourView and Chapter Two has made that process feel seamless.' "This transaction is a clear sign that creators are realizing the true value of their work faster and more transparently than ever before,' said Michel Traore, CEO of Chapter Two. "Rodney is setting a new benchmark in the industry, and we thank HarbourView for their vision in working with us.' Since its inception in 2021, HarbourView has amassed roughly $2.67 billion* in regulatory assets under management including over 75+ music catalogs to date and investments in two media production companies, MACRO and Mucho Mas Media, both with a mission to center premium storytelling. The firm's distinctly diverse music portfolio features thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras, and artists, amounting to a diversified catalog of ~41,000+ songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams. HarbourView's diverse portfolio of music catalog assets includes T-Pain, James Fauntleroy, George Benson, Luis Fonsi, Noel Zancanella, Fleetwood Mac's Christine McVie, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Nelly, Jeremih, Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, Full Force and more.** Fox Rothschild served as legal counsel to HarbourView in this transaction. Jerkins was represented by Pamela L. Klein of Rossi Baldivia Klein Fine & Spector, P.C. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. About HarbourView Equity Partners HarbourView Equity Partners is an investment firm, founded by Sherrese Clarke, focused on opportunities to support premium content across the entertainment, sports, and media markets. The firm seeks businesses or assets powered by IP and investment opportunities that aim to build enduring value and returns. HarbourView has been extremely active since launching in 2021, amassing roughly $2.67 billion* in regulatory assets under management including over 75+ music catalogs to date and investments in two media production companies, MACRO and Mucho Mas Media, both with a mission to center premium storytelling. The firm's distinctly diverse music portfolio features thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras, and artists, amounting to a diversified catalog of ~41,000+ songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams. The company is headquartered in Newark, NJ. About Chapter Two Founded in 2021 by Filip Strömsten, Michel Traore, and Ida Brink, Chapter Two is a Swedish data-driven platform transforming music rights transactions. Leveraging advanced proprietary technology for royalty data processing and analytics, Chapter Two significantly accelerates and improves accuracy in music rights transactions. The platform provides music creators with enhanced transparency into their royalty earnings and catalog valuations, while offering music investment funds structured, enriched data to enable faster and more informed acquisition decisions. Chapter Two is backed by prominent investors such as Swedish House Mafia member Axwell, King founder Sebastian Knutsson, and leading Nordic VC Inventure. *Regulatory AUM for private funds are calculated regardless of the nature of the gross assets under management as of 12/31/2024. This includes any uncalled committed capital pursuant to an obligation to make a capital contribution to the fund. **Catalog assets included in this release do not represent the full HarbourView portfolio.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
HarbourView Buys Royalty Rights From 'Say My Name,' 'Stay With Me' Producer Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins (Exclusive)
HarbourView Equity Partners has acquired the rights to the producer royalty income streams of Grammy-winning producer-songwriter Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins, the company confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter on Wednesday. The acquisition marks another notable deal around Jerkins' catalog, following the producer selling his publishing catalog to Recognition Music Group (formerly Hipgnosis Songs Fund) back in 2020. HarbourView declined to share financial details of the acquisition. Chapter Two, a Swedish music company specializing in music rights transactions, helped facilitate the deal, HarbourView said. More from The Hollywood Reporter Trump Pardons Rapper NBA Youngboy, Who Was Sentenced for Gun-Related Charges Fifth Harmony, Minus Camila Cabello, in Talks to Reunite (Exclusive) Smokey Robinson Files $500M Countersuit After Being Accused of Sexual Assault With the purchase, HarbourView is getting Jerkins' recorded royalties on iconic hits like Brandy and Monica's 'The Boy Is Mine,' Whitney Houston's 'It's Not Right but It's Okay,' Destiny Child's 'Say My Name,' Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' featuring Beyoncé, Justin Bieber's 'As Long As You Love Me,' and Sam Smith's 'Stay With Me.' Jerkins is set to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame next month. 'At HarbourView, our mission is to curate a canon of work that represents the very best of global culture which is why it is essential that the contributions of legendary creators like Rodney Jerkins continue to be recognized, preserved, and celebrated,' Sherrese Clarke, HarbourView's founder and CEO, said in a statement. 'We are honored to welcome him to the HarbourView family and humbled by his decision to join us.' Prior to the Darkchild deal, HarbourView had acquired rights from major artists, writers and producers, including T-Pain, Pat Benatar, Kane Brown, Luis Fonsi, James Fauntleroy, Wiz Khalifa and Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac, among others. Fox Rothschild was HarbourView's legal counsel in the acquisition, while Pamela L. Klein of Rossi Baldivia Klein Fine & Spector, P.C. represented Jerkins. 'HarbourView truly understands the value of music and the people who create it,' Jerkins said. 'Music creators deserve respect and clarity when it comes to selling their life's work, and working with both HarbourView and Chapter Two has made that process feel seamless.' Michael Traore, Chapter Two's CEO, called the deal 'a clear sign that creators are realizing the true value of their work faster and more transparently than ever before.' Traore said, 'Rodney is setting a new benchmark in the industry, and we thank HarbourView for their vision in working with us.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter How the Warner Brothers Got Their Film Business Started Meet the World Builders: Hollywood's Top Physical Production Executives of 2023 Men in Blazers, Hollywood's Favorite Soccer Podcast, Aims for a Global Empire
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kevin Costner Premieres ‘Horizon: Chapter 2' in Santa Barbara, But There's No News on Next Two Installments
Kevin Costner presented the U.S. premiere of 'Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2' at the Santa Barbara Film Festival Friday night, but Costner didn't give any updates on what's happening with the Western series. However, the second chapter concludes with a lengthy preview of 'Chapter 3.' Costner explained the inspiration for the series to a packed house, including several cast members and guests like Quentin Tarantino, at the historic Arlington Theatre. More from Variety Santa Barbara Film Festival Sets Robust World Premiere Program, Pledges to Aid in L.A. Fire Relief Kevin Costner Sets 'Yellowstone to Yosemite' Docuseries on Fox Nation Kris Bowers, Clément Ducol and Camille, Paul Tazewell and More to Receive Variety Artisans Awards at Santa Barbara Film Festival 'The people who traveled across the ocean to America were in search of a dream,' he said. 'If you were mean enough and tough enough, you could make it yours. And that was a nightmare for the people who had been here for 15,000 years. And this land was contested. It was a bad ending for the Native Americans who existed here and had found some equilibrium. But I'm not embarrassed about that, I'm just disturbed we don't know more about it.' 'Horizon' star Jon Beavers, currently making waves in Hulu's 'Paradise,' said he's ready to keep working on the series. 'Anytime Kevin tells me to jump on a horse, I'm there,' said the actor after the premiere. Kathleen Quinlan, who has a scene-stealing moment in 'Chapter Two,' said she won't be returning for the third installment, but was grateful she was able to be part of the second film's emphasis on female characters. 'I was always bothered that we didn't have more women in our Westerns, because there was no West without women,' Costner said in a Q&A with SBIFF director Roger Durling, costume designer Lisa Lovaas and composer John Debney. 'For us to think that a woman couldn't be co-opted right in front of a group of people — we're kidding ourselves. It's happening now, all around us, across the world,' Costner said, referring to a pivotal scene in 'Chapter Two.' 'When we were creating the story, we could not keep women out of it. It just was easier with them in it.' Costner wasn't asked about his plans for the rest of the saga during the Q&A, but he said, 'I started this in 1988. I couldn't make it then and it didn't seem like anybody liked it too much, so I thought 'Fuck it, I'm going to write four more.'' The 'Yellowstone' star and 'Dances With Wolves' best director winner financed parts one and two of the saga largely with his own funds, only to find a muted reception from critics and audiences for the first 3-hour installment of the sprawling story. Costner thanked Durling and the festival, who he said has long supported the project. 'This is where I make my home and you made me feel like a giant tonight,' Costner said. 'Chapter 2' is set to be released in theaters in Germany April 3, according to IMDB, but there are no plans yet for a U.S. release. In addition to director-star Costner, it co-stars Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Giovanni Ribisi, Danny Huston and Jena Malone. 'Horizon Chapter 2' premiered at the Venice Film Festival back in September, where Variety critic Jessica Kiang wrote, 'It has its stirring, majestic set pieces, such as a wagon burning or a barn-dance gunfight, and, courtesy especially of J. Michael Muro's grand cinematography, lots of gorgeously epic shots of the wagon train wending across bright, arid plains or the settlement that will, we imagine, become 'Horizon,' gradually springing up from the dirt.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
