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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
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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
Business Wire
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.--(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.
Malaysian Reserve
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson Inspires LMU Graduates with Message of Gratitude, Growth, and Self-Affirmation
LOS ANGELES, May 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Academy Award-winning filmmaker and multiple GRAMMY Award-winning Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson shared with Loyola Marymount University's Class of 2025 four guiding practices that helped him navigate uncertainty and success as part of his deeply moving address to undergraduates. In his remarks to a captivated audience on LMU's Westchester campus, he connected with the crowd by sharing the fears, struggles, and emotions many graduates grapple with as they face the next chapter. 'This isn't just for people with framed credentials,' he said. 'This is for anyone who's felt small in a big moment — or too big in a world that wanted you to feel smaller.' See the press kit with images and Questlove's commencement video HERE. Drawing from personal experience, he shared what helped him remain grounded through life's milestones: Wake with gratitude. Breathe through fear. Move what is frozen. Speak kindness to explained how these daily habits became a foundation for resilience and growth. Reflecting on gratitude — also a cornerstone of Ignatian spirituality — he noted that his relationship with gratitude evolved with time. 'Without gratitude, we become entitled … But gratitude is what keeps you human, reminding us that even with our hustle and willpower, something bigger is at work.' He stressed the importance of conscious breathing during periods of stress and anxiety. 'Your lungs can't distinguish between a panic attack and a standing ovation — so only your breath decides which story you're living,' Questlove said. Stressing the importance of movement, he underscored the physical toll of unprocessed emotions: 'What we don't process, we still carry — first in our hearts, then it's in our bodies. What we don't express will find a way to express through us anyway.' In one of the most personal moments of his speech, he shared the power of self-affirmation: 'Transformation begins with how you talk to yourself — by flipping that question … 'Am I good enough?' into 'I am good enough.''Questlove is a visionary creative who elevates dialogue, curiosity, and representation through artistic expression. An Academy Award-winning filmmaker, drummer, DJ, producer, director, culinary entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author, and member of 'The Roots,' Questlove is the unmistakable heartbeat of Philadelphia's most influential hip-hop group. He is also the musical director for 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' where his beloved Roots crew serves as the house band. A six-time GRAMMY Award-winning musician, Questlove has worked as a musical director for acclaimed artists including D'Angelo and Jay-Z, and as a producer for Elvis Costello, Common, D'Angelo, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, Bilal, Jay-Z, Nikka Costa, Booker T. Jones, Al Green, and John Legend. He is one of the producers of the 2015 cast album of the Broadway musical 'Hamilton,' and his 2021 directorial debut 'Summer of Soul,' exploring the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, won the 2022 Academy Award for 'Best Documentary.' He directed 'Sly Lives!' — also known as 'The Burden of Black Genius' — a kaleidoscopic, genre-bending portrait of Sly Stone that premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival to critical acclaim, and he co-directed 'Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL,' the highly praised feature documentary celebrating the music legacy of 'Saturday Night Live.' More than 2,880 students will join LMU's weekend commencement ceremonies. Brian Greene, a leading theoretical physicist and sought-after communicator of groundbreaking scientific concepts, will speak at the graduate and LMU Loyola Law School commencement on Sunday, May 18.
Scoop
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Maren Morris Announces New Zealand Tour Dates For 2026: The Dreamsicle Tour
Press Release – TEG Live TEG Live is thrilled to announce GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Maren Morris has announced New Zealand tour dates for her highly anticipated The Dreamsicle Tour, bringing Maren's signature sound and fearless storytelling to the New Zealand fans. The New Zealand tour will kick off at Auckland's Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre on February 11 before heading to the Christchurch Town Hall on February 13, 2026. General public tickets will go on sale Tuesday 20 May 2025 at 3pm local time from Maren Morris has broken boundaries, smashed records, and affirmed herself as a dynamic vocalist, prolific songwriter, and showstopping performer on her own terms. Among numerous accolades, she has garnered a GRAMMY® Award, five ACM Awards, five CMA Awards, and three Billboard Music Awards. She has earned dozens of multiplatinum and gold certifications worldwide and tallied billions of streams. Her catalogue encompasses a trio of acclaimed albums, namely HERO [2016], GIRL [2019], and Humble Quest [2022]. Speaking to her versatility, she's the rare force of nature equally suited to collaborating with Zedd on the 6x-platinum 'The Middle' or featuring on tracks with everyone from Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks, and Sheryl Crow to Teddy Swims, Hozier, and Jessie Murph on tracks. Beyond standout late-night television performances, she notably served as guest host for ABC's Jimmy Kimmel LIVE! Not to mention, she has sold out tours on multiple continents, gracing hallowed stages in the process. The tour announcement follows hot on the heels of Maren's latest album, D R E A M S I C L E. Her most personal and sonically adventurous work to date, the record is a fearless exploration of heartbreak and healing, while also infused with warmth, wit, and hard-won optimism. ' D R E A M S I C L E felt like it was already translating itself to a live environment while I was writing the album,' Maren shares. ' The acoustics, layers of harmonies, stacked synthesizers against raw vocals; it was coming to life in the studio without an audience, so I'm very excited to finally allow these songs to hit the air and feel them amplified by the energy of a crowd. it'll be a dreamy experience all around for fans and for myself.' ' This tour is my love letter to the fans who've stuck by me — and to the person I've become because of them.' ABOUT TEG LIVE TEG Live is a dynamic and diverse promoter of live content operating in many genres, including music, sport, family entertainment, esports, and exhibitions. TEG Live connects millions of fans every year with unique live experiences and adds value to events with hospitality, partnership, and sponsorship services. TEG Live is owned by TEG, a global leader in live entertainment, ticketing, digital and data which sits at the heart of the live event experience for millions of fans. TEG operates globally and includes TEG Live, TEG Sport, TEG Rugby Live, TEG Experiences, TEG Dainty, TEG Van Egmond, TEG MJR, Laneway Festival, Handsome Tours, TEG Europe, TEG Asia, TEG USA, Qudos Bank Arena, Ticketek, Ovation, Fan+, VIP NOW and SXSW Sydney.
