Universal Music Publishing Group strikes global deal to represent song catalog of Irving Berlin
Popular music The Publishing Corporation (UMPG) has reached an exclusive global publishing agreement to represent the portfolio of legendary musician Irving Berlin.
The deal builds on UMPG’s existing relationship with Berlin real estate as the company has been his portfolio administrator, ex-American, since 2012.
“Hailed as one of the greatest musicians in American history,” according to UMPG, Berlin has composed more than 1,500 songs over her 60-year career, from ballads to Broadway.
Under the expanded agreement, UMPG will represent Berlin’s portfolio of classics including Whatever you can do, Blue sky, Cheek To Cheek, How deep is the ocean, Today is a lovely day, I’ve got my love to keep me warm Let’s face the music and dance, Puttin’ On The Ritz, Steppin’ Out With My Baby, But The Melody Lingers On, There’s no business like show business, The Guinness World Records’ Best Selling Single white christmas, and more.
To support the expanded agreement and to “help promote maximum value for Berlin’s heritage”, UMPG created a new one Custom Film & TV industry website focused on showcasing Berlin’s vast and iconic catalog.
UMPG said: “The site strategically uses themed playlists and intuitive tagging to empower synchronized customers to discover the perfect Irving Berlin song for any audiovisual use. any,” UMPG said.
In addition, UMPG says it will also act as a representative for the social marketing and branding efforts of the Berlin real estate.
The music publisher has also launched dedicated social channels including TikTok page.
Berlin has composed 19 Broadway shows and 18 Hollywood films including White Christmas, Holiday Inn and Top Hat.
His music has been featured in films and shows such as Home Alone, Titanic, The Simpsons, Spider Man 3 and Downton Abbey. Among many honors during her lifetime, Berlin has earned eight Academy Award nominations, multiple Tony Awards, a Grammy for Lifetime Achievement, entry into the Composers Hall of Fame. , a Presidential Medal of Freedom and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
His songs have been covered by artists such as Lady Gaga, Frank Sinatra, Taylor Swift, Bing Crosby, Paul McCartney, Gregory Porter, Ella Fitzgerald, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Aretha Franklin, Doris Day, Judy Garland, Nat King Cole, Barbra Streisand, Michael Bublé, Cher, Diana Ross, and Celine Dion, just to name a few.
“There is nothing better than when UMPG has the honor of representing the timeless cultural songs of Irving Berlin, as well as working with the wonderful Irving Berlin family and Estate.”
Evan Lamberg, UMPG
Evan Lamberg, President of UMPG North America, said: “I have been in the music publishing business my entire working life.
“There is nothing better than when UMPG has the honor of representing the timeless cultural songs of Irving Berlin, as well as working with the wonderful Irving Berlin family and Estate.”
“The Irving Berlin family warmly welcomes the extension of their 10-year relationship with Universal Music Publishing Group.”
Mary G Campbell, JPMorgan
JPMorgan’s Mary G Campbell, representing the legendary musician’s estate, said: “The Irving Berlin family enthusiastically welcome the extension of their 10-year relationship with Universal Music Publishing Group and look forward to continuing it. partnership as the exclusive global music publisher for Irving Berlin’s Expanded Catalog. “
“I am delighted that the Irving Berlin family has chosen UMPG to be the curator of these songs.”
Tom Foster, UMPG
Tom Foster, SVP of Film & TV Europe, UMPG, added: “Irving Berlin is quite simply one of the greats. His songs, mixed with romance and wit, continue to inspire generations young and old.
“I am delighted that the Irving Berlin family has chosen UMPG to be the curator of these songs.”Worldwide music business
