Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group is a leading global music company that specializes in recorded music, music publishing, and merchandising services. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, it identifies and develops recording artists and songwriters, producing and promoting critically acclaimed and commercially successful music. The company's recorded music segment encompasses multiple renowned labels, including Interscope, Capitol Music, Motown Records, and Def Jam, and features prominent artists such as Taylor Swift, Drake, The Weeknd, and Morgan Wallen. Universal Music Group also administers copyrights for musical compositions, generating revenue from public performances and various media, including films and advertisements. Additionally, it sells artist and music-branded products through diverse channels, including online platforms, retail fashion outlets, and live performances.

Michele Anthony

Executive Vice President

Timothy Xu

Chairman and CEO

Past deals in Music

VenewLive

Corporate Round in 2021
VenewLive is a live performance streaming platform based in Los Angeles, California, that connects global music fans with live events. The platform allows users to experience the excitement of on-stage performances from the comfort of their own homes, delivering high-quality streaming of concerts and events. By leveraging technology, VenewLive aims to enhance the accessibility of live music, enabling audiences to engage with their favorite artists and performances regardless of their physical location.

Big Machine Label Group

Acquisition in 2019
Big Machine Label Group is a music label that specializes in country music and also includes pop music labels. The organization focuses on supporting artists and musicians by managing their music rights, which encompasses songwriting, publishing, and recording. Additionally, Big Machine collaborates with terrestrial radio to secure performance royalty rights for its artists, ensuring they receive proper compensation for their work.

Def Jam Recordings

Seed Round in 2018
Def Jam Recordings is a music company based out of 1755 Broadway, New York, New York, United States. Def Jam is a subsidiary of Universal Music Group. Def Jam was founded by producers Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons in 1984. The pair helped bring hip-hop into the mainstream with artists including the Beastie Boys and LL Cool J.

ROLI

Series B in 2016
ROLI is creating the future of musical expression. It started with the Seaboard, an award-winning digital keyboard that you can play with all the depth and nuance of an acoustic instrument. ROLI now makes a huge range of music-making tools — from pocket-sized drum pads like the Lightpad Block to all-in-one systems like the Songmaker Kit. Its devices are incredibly expressive, and they’re also accessible. So whether creators are learning musical skills or honing their technique, they can make music in new ways with ROLI. ROLI investors include Sony Innovation Fund, Foundry Group, Firstmark Capital, Balderton Capital, Founders Forum, and Pharrell Williams (ROLI's Chief Creative Officer). Music creation hardware includes: Seaboard RISE 25, Seaboard RISE 49, Seaboard Block, Lightpad Block, Loop Block, Live Block, and Touch Block. Music creation software includes: Equator, Cypher2, Strobe2, and the NOISE for iOS app. Platform products include the C++ audio coding framework JUCE.

ROLI

Series A in 2014
ROLI is creating the future of musical expression. It started with the Seaboard, an award-winning digital keyboard that you can play with all the depth and nuance of an acoustic instrument. ROLI now makes a huge range of music-making tools — from pocket-sized drum pads like the Lightpad Block to all-in-one systems like the Songmaker Kit. Its devices are incredibly expressive, and they’re also accessible. So whether creators are learning musical skills or honing their technique, they can make music in new ways with ROLI. ROLI investors include Sony Innovation Fund, Foundry Group, Firstmark Capital, Balderton Capital, Founders Forum, and Pharrell Williams (ROLI's Chief Creative Officer). Music creation hardware includes: Seaboard RISE 25, Seaboard RISE 49, Seaboard Block, Lightpad Block, Loop Block, Live Block, and Touch Block. Music creation software includes: Equator, Cypher2, Strobe2, and the NOISE for iOS app. Platform products include the C++ audio coding framework JUCE.

Rockbot

Seed Round in 2014
Rockbot, Inc. provides a comprehensive music solution for businesses, enabling them to manage their soundtracks and enhance guest engagement through an online dashboard. The company assists clients with music licensing, hardware setup, and technical support, allowing for remote control of music playback. Rockbot serves a variety of industries, including restaurants, retail, fitness, hotels, bars, and educational institutions. Additionally, it offers a mobile app that allows customers to select licensed music in public venues from their smartphones. Founded in 2009 and originally named Roqbot, Inc., the company rebranded to Rockbot, Inc. in 2013 and is headquartered in Oakland, California, with an additional office in Detroit, Michigan.

ROLI

Series A in 2014
ROLI is creating the future of musical expression. It started with the Seaboard, an award-winning digital keyboard that you can play with all the depth and nuance of an acoustic instrument. ROLI now makes a huge range of music-making tools — from pocket-sized drum pads like the Lightpad Block to all-in-one systems like the Songmaker Kit. Its devices are incredibly expressive, and they’re also accessible. So whether creators are learning musical skills or honing their technique, they can make music in new ways with ROLI. ROLI investors include Sony Innovation Fund, Foundry Group, Firstmark Capital, Balderton Capital, Founders Forum, and Pharrell Williams (ROLI's Chief Creative Officer). Music creation hardware includes: Seaboard RISE 25, Seaboard RISE 49, Seaboard Block, Lightpad Block, Loop Block, Live Block, and Touch Block. Music creation software includes: Equator, Cypher2, Strobe2, and the NOISE for iOS app. Platform products include the C++ audio coding framework JUCE.

Shazam

Venture Round in 2014
Shazam Entertainment Limited is a company that specializes in music discovery through its mobile application, Shazam, available on iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in London, the application allows users to identify, explore, and share music and television content. Shazam also offers applications for MAC and Windows PC platforms. The company has established strategic partnerships with major media entities such as iHeartMedia, Cumulus, Entercom, Cox, and Sun Broadcast Group, enhancing its reach within the music and entertainment sectors. In addition to its London headquarters, Shazam has offices in several locations, including New York City, Redwood City, Los Angeles, San Diego, Chicago, and North Sydney, Australia. As a subsidiary of Apple Operations Europe since 2018, Shazam continues to play a significant role in connecting artists with fans.

Eagle Rock Entertainment

Acquisition in 2014
Eagle Rock Entertainment is the largest global producer and distributor of music programming across various formats, including DVD, Blu-Ray, television, and digital media. The company collaborates closely with renowned artists to create high-quality concert films and documentaries, featuring iconic acts such as The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, and U2. With a vast library of nearly 2,000 hours of programming, Eagle Rock offers over 800 titles available worldwide. The company has received numerous accolades, including Emmy and Grammy Awards, as well as multiple platinum and gold certifications for its releases. Additionally, Eagle Rock operates two audio music labels and has recently launched physical and digital albums by artists like Ronnie Wood and Counting Crows, further solidifying its position in the music industry.

WillCall

Seed Round in 2013
WillCall curates a list of the best shows happening in your city and makes it easy to buy tickets with just a few taps — no waiting in line or dealing with the box office required. It’s the music discovery and ticketing app for people who want to have fun. A lot of love is put into the shows featured on the WillCall list, so you'll have no excuse to stay home.

EMI Group

Acquisition in 2012
The [EMI Group](http://www.emigroup.com) is a British music company. It's comprised of EMI Music (based in London) and EMI Music Publishing (based in New York). EMI Music is considered one of the "big four" record companies.

MOG

Series C in 2008
MOG Inc. is a music media company founded in June 2005, focused on enhancing the music listening experience through its on-demand streaming service. The platform offers access to a vast library of over 14 million songs and one million albums, available across multiple devices including mobile apps for iPhone and Android, web browsers, and various streaming devices. MOG's user-friendly interface, exceptional discovery features, and high audio quality set it apart from competitors. Additionally, MOG operates The MOG Music Network, which is a prominent online destination for music content and the largest music-focused advertising network, attracting over 60 million unique visitors each month across more than 1,500 music websites. Headquartered in Berkeley, California, MOG has received investment from notable firms, including Menlo Ventures and Universal Music Group, and features Grammy-winning producer Rick Rubin on its Board of Directors.

eMusic

Acquisition in 2001
eMusic.com Inc. operates a discovery-and-download destination for people who love music. It offers albums and audiobooks in electronic, hip-hop/R&B, classical, blues/jazz, and comedy genres. eMusic.com Inc. was formerly known as GoodNoise Corporation and changed its name to eMusic.com Inc. in June 1995. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in New York, New York. As of October 19, 2015, eMusic.com Inc. operates as a subsidiary of TriPlay Communications Ltd.

Rondor Music

Acquisition in 2000
The world's greatest song catalog from the No.1 global leader in music publishing includes hits from top recording artists, producers, and songwriters such as Eminem, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, U2, Elton John, Mariah Carey, Adele, Bon Jovi, Justin Timberlake, and more...

360HIPHOP.com

Venture Round in 2000
60HipHop.com, Inc. is an online destination for the latest news in politics, lifestyle, culture, commerce and music.

Artistdirect

Venture Round in 2000
ARTISTdirect, Inc. is a digital media entertainment company based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 1996. The company operates an online platform that offers a range of music-related services, including multimedia content, music news, and online fan communities. It also engages in music commerce and provides digital music services. In addition, ARTISTdirect has a division dedicated to anti-piracy solutions through its MediaDefender subsidiary, which focuses on protecting against internet piracy. The company operates in three segments: Internet Piracy Prevention, Media, and E-Commerce, and it features iMusic record labels that specialize in rock and urban music.
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