The Raine Group is an integrated merchant bank and growth capital investor focused on technology, media, entertainment and sports. Founded in 2009 and based in New York, it advises and funds high-growth companies and leverages a global network to create value for portfolio companies and clients across the United States, Europe and Asia. The firm pursues growth capital investments in media, entertainment, sports, lifestyle, information technology, mobile and retail sectors, applying industry expertise and strategic relationships to support scale and transformation.
Hook operates as a music expression platform that harnesses the power of AI.
Amuse
Series A in 2018
Amuse is a redefined record label established in 2017, based in Stockholm, Sweden, with additional operations in London, Miami, and Bogotá. The company offers free music distribution services and empowering tools for artists globally. By enabling users to directly upload their music to major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, Amuse allows artists to manage their music distribution across numerous digital stores. They leverage music consumption data to identify and support emerging talent, licensing innovative services aimed at future success. Founded by experienced music industry executives, Amuse aims to transform artist discovery and redefine traditional label agreements.
StarMaker Interactive
Series B in 2015
StarMaker Interactive Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2010. The company develops a mobile application that allows users to sing, record, and share music videos, facilitating content creation and talent discovery in the digital space. Its flagship applications, StarMaker and The Voice, provide users with access to music catalogs, as well as information on contests, auditions, music video releases, and artist interviews. By combining advanced recording studio technology with a wide-reaching online network, StarMaker empowers artists to manage their careers independently while integrating major media brands and recording artists into its platform. This approach supports the sharing and promotion of user-generated content, moving away from traditional entertainment models.
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