DLA Piper Represents Slip.stream in Acquisition of Anthem Music Assets.
DLA Piper provided legal representation to Slip.stream, a music licensing platform, in its acquisition of a specific production music portfolio from Anthem Entertainment, a music rights company based in Toronto.
This acquisition encompasses three prominent brands: Anthem’s production music agency Jingle Punks, the independent production music library 5 Alarm Music, and the UK-based independent production music publisher Cavendish Music. As a result, Slip.stream has expanded its catalogue by over 650,000 tracks, establishing itself as the largest independent licensing platform globally.
The cross-border team from DLA Piper was spearheaded by partner Imri Eisner (New York) and included partners Stephen Bottley (Birmingham), Luca Gori (London), and Morgan McDonald (Vancouver); of counsel Peter Phillips (New York); along with associates Maria Rydder Schwartz, Jasmine Judge, and Bethany Weitzman (all from New York), Matthew Rose (London), and Hannah MacIntosh (Leeds).
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This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Slip.stream and highlights the growing importance of music licensing platforms in today’s digital-first world. By integrating Jingle Punks, 5 Alarm Music, and Cavendish Music, Slip.stream not only expands its catalog but also strengthens its position as a leader in the independent music licensing market.
The deal underscores the increasing demand for accessible, high-quality production music to support content creators, advertisers, and media producers globally. DLA Piper’s role in facilitating this cross-border transaction reflects the firm’s expertise in navigating complex deals in the evolving music industry, which continues to adapt to shifting technological and creative landscapes.
