Deadmau5 has sold his extensive music catalog to Create Music Group in a deal reportedly worth $55 million. The agreement encompasses over 4,000 compositions and recordings, including both his personal works and releases from his Mau5trap label, established in 2007.

The deal includes a joint venture for future collaborations between Deadmau5 and Create Music Group. Both parties highlighted their existing professional relationship and shared vision for expanding the reach of the catalog.

While significant, the $55 million price tag is notably lower than other recent EDM catalog sales, such as Calvin Harris's deal. This raises questions about EDM catalog valuations in the current market, particularly considering factors such as:

• The impact of AI music generation models
• An increasingly saturated electronic music market
• Major labels' recent expansion into electronic music
• Overall economic uncertainty

Create Music Group has been actively expanding its portfolio, having recently:

• Secured a $165 million funding round
• Acquired a 50% stake in Enhanced Music
• Faced and settled legal challenges regarding music distribution rights

The deal represents another significant milestone in the ongoing trend of music catalog acquisitions, reflecting the continued value placed on established electronic music portfolios despite market challenges.

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