INXS

From Billboard:

“INXS might have called time on their touring career, but the Australian hitmakers are still in demand.

Universal Music Publishing Group has signed a global publishing agreement with the surviving INXS  members — Tim, Andrew and Jon Farriss, Kirk Pengilly and Garry Gary Beers — for the band’s core catalog of music.

UMPG previously published INXS’ early material through a prior deal, though the new pact brings essentially all of their music under one publishing roof for the first time.

“INXS is simply one of the greatest rock bands of all time, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to bring their core catalog and all of their hits to UMPG worldwide,” said Zach Horowitz, chairman and CEO, UMPG. “We’re particularly excited to work with the group and their visionary creative consultant, Chris Murphy, in finding new and innovative ways to take their music to the next level–including the upcoming TV mini-series about their career, movies, and theatrical plays. We’re looking forward to connecting new generations of fans with the band’s timeless music.”

INXS has “become a music brand that breaks media and entertainment barriers on all fronts,” said Murphy. “Zach Horowitz ‘got it’ from my very first meeting with him, and his passion for INXS’ music was undeniable. We’re over the moon that we’ll be working with him and the outstanding UMPG team to write the next chapter in the band’s illustrious history.”

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