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NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH NEIL SEDAKA

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TERMS OF THE DEAL WILL SEE THE PUBLISHER ACQUIRE A STAKE IN THE SINGER, SONGWRITER AND PIANIST’S MUSIC PUBLISHING

AND MASTER RECORDING RIGHTS

 

SONGS INCLUDE SOME OF THE FIRST TEEN POP SENSATION’S BIGGEST HITS SUCH AS “BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO”, “LAUGHTER IN THE RAIN”,

“LOVE WILL KEEP US TOGETHER”, “CALENDAR GIRL” “OH! CAROL,”

“HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEET SIXTEEN” AND MORE

 

Photo credit: Barry Grossman Photography

 

“Sedaka’s is still the voice of a young man, pitch perfect and secure,

 the tessitura and timbre as distinctive as ever.”

 – The Arts Desk

 

New York, NY (April 17, 2024) – Primary Wave Music, the leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music in the world, announces today its partnership with singer, songwriter, pianist, AND the world’s first teen pop sensation – Neil Sedaka. The Brooklyn born icon’s career began in 1957 and he has since toured the globe, sold millions of records worldwide, and has written or co-written over 500 songs for both his personal collection as well as other artists, including Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Connie Francis, Tom Jones, Abba, The Monkees and The Captain & Tennille who had Top 10 Singles with three Sedaka-penned hits including the Grammy winning Record …

MELISSA ETHERIDGE SHARES FIRST SINGLE OFF UPCOMING LIVE ALBUM I’M NOT BROKEN (LIVE FROM TOPEKA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

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ALBUM TO ACCOMPANY NEWLY ANNOUNCED PARAMOUNT+ DOCUSERIES

MELISSA ETHERIDGE: I’M NOT BROKEN

 

“THE SHADOW OF A BLACK CROW (LIVE FROM TOPEKA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)” OUT NOW ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS!

 

WATCH ACCOMPANYING LYRIC VIDEO FOR SINGLE HERE!

“It was a beautiful road to make this happen.

I am beyond honored to put my name in there with legendary Sun Records.”

–   Melissa Etheridge

 

 

New York, NY (April 12, 2024) – Award-winning Rockstar and activist Melissa Etheridge releases “The Shadow of a Black Crow (Live From Topeka Correctional Facility)”, the first single off her upcoming album, I’m Not Broken (Live From Topeka Correctional Facility). Available on all streaming platforms today, the single comes as one of 12 tracks featured on the singer’s forthcoming live album, to be released this July 5th via the legendary Sun Records. Initially written for her son Beckett Cypheridge, who succumbed to opioid addiction in 2020, “The Shadow of a Black Crow (Live From Topeka Correctional Facility)” is the first of many ultra-personal live recordings to come from the record. Accompanying the track’s release, Etheridge also delivers a beautifully stylistic animated lyric video to pair …

Bob Marley Hope Road to Light Up Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas Late 2024

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LAS VEGAS – FiveCurrents and Primary Wave Music will open the door for guests to forget their troubles and dance as Bob Marley Hope Road, a revolutionary entertainment experience, opens later this year at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.

 

“Our family is incredibly proud of this project that honors the life of our father,“ said Cedella and Ziggy Marley. “His legacy lives on through his music and life’s work of empowering and uniting the people. We invite all to be a part of this journey through Bob Marley Hope Road.”

 

Bob Marley Hope Road invites audiences to enter a world where the heartbeat of one man unites all in celebration. Guests will step into an authentic Jamaican experience as Bob Marley’s life and music unfolds around them in a lyrical tapestry of color and sound. Trench Town comes alive, giant trees blossom and waterfalls rush at their feet as performers dance, sing and interact with the audience, vividly expressing the triumphs, struggles and poetry of the Jamaican people that fueled Bob Marley’s music.

 

Bob Marley Hope Road will be open for guests to celebrate his life and legacy seven days a week, during the daytime and evenings, with two distinct experiences:

 

Bob Marley Hope …

Donna Grecco, VP of Creative and Assets, Listed as HITS Daily Double’s NOISEMAKERS

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HITS has included our own Donna Grecco in their latest round of Noisemakers! Check out her info below, and read the full list HERE.

Donna Grecco
VP of Creative and Assets, Primary Wave

Grecco is deeply honored to be safeguarding the legacy of James Brown, which has spanned recovering the lost recordings of his historic 1968 Boston Garden show and archiving his estate, including his belongings; transforming his Augusta, Georgia, home into a museum; and setting up the Black Music Action Coalition x Primary Wave James Brown Education Fund. “When I was a kid,” Grecco says, “I thought maybe I was a princess just dreaming my life. I still feel like my life is a dream—but one with a great soundtrack.” Though appearing here is surely a nightmare.

 

Def Leppard Announces ‘Pyromania’ 40th Anniversary Editions

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40th-anniversary editions of Def Leppard’s iconic album ‘Pyromania’ are out April 26th, along with a new official merchandise line to celebrate its place in Rock and Roll history.Featuring global hits such as ‘Photograph’, ‘Rock Of Ages’ and ‘Foolin”, Def Leppard’s diamond-certified 1983 album is being released as a series of new expanded and limited-edition formats, produced by Joe Elliott and Ronan McHugh with mastering by Andy Pearce. Featuring unheard demos and live material.Available on black 2LP, coloured 2LP, half-speed Mastered 1LP, 2CD, and a deluxe 4CD package featuring Blu-Ray Atmos Mix of the album and a book of rare photos by Ross Halfin with new quotes from the band. Shop the full collection on the Official Def Leppard Store now!

Primary Wave x Billboard 2024 Pre-Grammy Party Recap

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A few weeks ago, we teamed up with Billboard to host one of the hottest events of Grammy week – our annual pre-Grammy party! 🪩🎶🏆 from surprise appearances by icons like the Hamburglar on the red carpet to the electrifying beats spun by CeeLo Green, our star-studded extravaganza set the tone for one of the most thrilling events of Grammy week. Held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Beverly Hills and with an array of artists, influencers, and industry vets, we partied like it was 1999 💜. A massive shout out to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s pre-Grammy party an absolute sensation!

 

“James Brown: Say It Loud” Docu-Series on A&E

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Tune in to A&E online or on local cable television to watch “James Brown: Say It Loud” – the docu-series all about the life of Mr. Dynamite himself.

 

Episodes 1 & 2 are available for streaming NOW – HERE.

Rising from poverty and overcoming abuse in the Jim Crow South, James Brown secures a record deal, electrifies audiences, and breaks down racial barriers; propelling himself into stardom.

 

 

 

PRIMARY WAVE MUSIC PARTNERS WITH VILLAGE PEOPLE

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PRIMARY WAVE MUSIC PARTNERS WITH VILLAGE PEOPLE ON PUBLISHING, MASTER RECORDINGS, NAME AND LIKENESS

 

SONGS INCLUDE SOME OF THE GROUNDBREAKING BAND’S BIGGEST HITS INCLUDING “Y.M.C.A.,” “MACHO MAN,” “IN THE NAVY,” AND MORE

 

“Y.M.C.A.” has become one of the biggest anthems of all time. With one of the catchiest choruses to ever be written, this 1978 track is still a go-to when you need to get a crowd amped up.”

– American Songwriter

NEW YORK, N.Y. (February 16, 2024) – Primary Wave Music continues their reign as the leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music in the world, announcing today their partnership with the groundbreaking group, Village People. Terms of the deal will see the publishing powerhouse partner with Jonathan and Anthony Belolo in connection with the Village People brand, the group’s master recordings, as well as publishing assets. Founded in 1977, Village People went on to become one of the most iconic groups in music selling more than 100 million records around the world. Their music knows no bounds having been featured in films, television, on Broadway, commercials and almost every party, wedding, bar mitzvah, and sporting event across the globe.

Songs included in this …