Songs Music Publishing
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music publishing |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Founder | Matt Pincus |
| Fate | Acquired by Kobalt Music Group in December 2017 |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Matt Pincus (CEO), Ron Perry (President), Carianne Marshall (Creative Licensing) |
| Products | Music publishing services |
| Parent | Kobalt Music Group |
Songs Music Publishing (SONGS) is a music publishing firm established in 2004 by entrepreneur Matt Pincus. Shortly after its inception, Ron Perry became a partner in the same year, followed by Carianne Marshall joining in 2006. The company is headquartered in New York City and maintains additional offices in Los Angeles and London, conducting business internationally across a wide range of musical styles.
The organization’s growth strategy centers on exclusive global co-publishing contracts with individual songwriters alongside targeted acquisitions of music catalogs. This approach has fueled its expansion and strengthened its position within the music publishing sector. As of 2013, leadership roles include Matt Pincus as CEO, Ron Perry as President, and Carianne Marshall overseeing Creative Licensing, demonstrating a cohesive executive team guiding the company’s direction.
In June 2017, SONGS broadened its catalog by entering co-publishing agreements with notable contemporary artists such as Xxxtentacion, Linus Eklow, S1, and Andrew Wyatt, thereby enhancing its standing in the contemporary music domain.
By September 2017, the company was listed for sale with an estimated worth surpassing $160 million. This process culminated in December 2017 when SONGS was acquired by Kobalt Music Group, marking a pivotal development in both its financial trajectory and organizational structure.
Clients
SONGS manages a varied lineup of songwriters and producers representing multiple musical genres. Its prominent clientele highlights the company's significant influence and reputation within the music publishing industry.