Harbourview Acquires Master Royalty Rights from Jazz Legend George Benson
Harbourview Equity Partners has acquired the master royalty income of jazz legend George Benson, adding another significant music IP asset to their portfolio. While specific transaction details remain private, this deal encompasses Benson's extensive musical catalog spanning over five decades.
George Benson performs with electric guitar
George Benson's notable achievements include:
- Triple platinum album "Breezin'" (1976) - winner of three Grammy Awards
- Chart-topping hit "Give Me the Night" (1980) - produced by Quincy Jones
- 36 studio albums and 8 live albums
- Recent collaboration with Gorillaz on "Humility" (100M+ YouTube views)
- Steve Aoki remix of "Give Me the Night" (2021)
Notable recognitions:
- NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship (2009)
- Hollywood Walk of Fame star
- Honorary doctorates from Morris Brown College, Berklee School of Music, and Duquesne University
- DownBeat Magazine Hall of Fame inductee (2020)
- New Jersey Hall of Fame inductee (2021)
Recent developments include Benson's return to Warner Music Group and the release of "Dreams Do Come True: When George Benson Meets Robert Farnon," an 11-track orchestral project recorded 35 years ago with Robert Farnon and engineer Al Schmitt.
Fox Rothschild represented Harbourview in the transaction, while Manatt, Phelps & Phillips represented Benson.
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