Primary Wave Strikes Strategic Partnership with The Four Seasons

Primary Wave Music Publishing has entered into what it describes as “a multi-million dollar”, 10-year strategic partnership with the award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees the Four Seasons. Primary Wave will work with the Four Seasons to market their name and likeness, in addition to managing all daily digital marketing activities. Primary Wave will also administer and market the legendary songs of the Four Seasons, which include multiple Top 10 hits and numerous platinum and multi-platinum selling songs.

Primary Wave and Lava Media Unveil Music and Podcast Partnership

Primary Wave Music Publishing and Lava Media have announced a new business relationship that sees Primary Wave making an investment in Lava Media businesses, including the Lava Music and Lava for Good podcasts, and providing marketing and branding support for the podcasts as well as access to Primary Wave’s roster of artists and writers. Lava will in turn work closely with Primary Wave on new signings and catalog acquisitions and will collaborate on expanded media development opportunities across both rosters.

Copyright for Virtual Concerts: What You Can and Cannot Do – Webinar

Katie Baron joins a panel of experts in a discussion about the various types of virtual performances that have proliferated amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and the applicable licenses that must be obtained by performers and producers in connection with musical content embodied in such performances from the copyright owners thereof.

Katie Baron Named to “Hollywood’s New Leaders 2020”

Katie Baron has been selected for inclusion in Variety’s prestigious list of “Hollywood’s New Leaders” for 2020. This year’s list includes emerging leaders, who have had, in many cases, to manage teams working remotely while also coping with the disrupted entertainment marketplace, including executives, creatives, lawyers, agents and showrunners.

Lisa Alter Quoted in Pitchfork – “What Does Kanye Actually Gain (or Lose) From Sharing His Record Contracts?”

Lisa Alter was recently quoted in Noah Yoo’s Pitchfork article “What Does Kanye Actually Gain (or Lose) From Sharing His Record Contracts?” Lisa comments on the implications of Kanye West publicly posting his Universal Music recording contracts.

Primary Wave Acquires Catalog of Songwriter and Producer Nicky Chinn

Primary Wave has announced British songwriter and producer Nicky Chinn as its latest signing. Chinn is a multi-platinum songwriter whose hits include “Mickey” performed by Toni Basil, “Heart and Soul” performed by Huey Lewis and the News, and “Stumblin’ In” performed by Suzi Quatro, among others.

Lisa Alter Quoted in Synchtank – “Business as Unusual: Catalog Acquisitions Weather The Pandemic”

Lisa Alter was recently quoted in Eamonn Forde's Synchtank article "Business as Unusual: Catalog Acquisitions Weather The Pandemic." Lisa shares her thoughts on the pandemic’s impact within the music sector.

Lisa Alter and James Kendrick Named to “The Best Lawyers in America”

Lisa Alter and James Kendrick has been selected for inclusion in the 2021 edition of "The Best Lawyers in America,” one of the oldest and most respected guides to the legal profession. The selection process is based on a comprehensive peer-review process designed to capture the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within common legal practices and geographical areas. Lisa, James was honored for their outstanding work in the following practice areas.

Lisa Alter: Copyright Law; Entertainment Law - Music
James Kendrick: Entertainment Law - Music

Billboard Names Lisa Alter and Katie Baron to 2020 “Top Music Lawyers” List

Lisa Alter and Katie Baron have been selected for inclusion in Billboard’s prestigious list of “Top Music Lawyers” for 2020. This year's list honors the most prominent attorneys in the music industry, particularly those who have helped clients cope with the unprecedented economic and social upheaval of the pandemic.

Primary Wave Acquires Music Publishing Catalog and Master Income Stream from Rock Band Godsmack

Primary Wave has acquired the music publishing catalog and master royalty stream of Godsmack, a Grammy nominated multi-platinum rock band with ten No. 1 singles on the Billboard Mainstream and Active Rock charts.

Corporate and Music Attorney Robyn L. Sandak Joins Alter, Kendrick & Baron

Renowned corporate and entertainment attorney Robyn L. Sandak has joined Alter, Kendrick & Baron, LLP. Robyn has created a niche practice counseling clients in the music, film, television, theatre and live event space on a variety of corporate and complex transactional matters. Read more by clicking here.

Lisa Alter named to Variety’s 2020 New York Women’s Impact Report

Lisa Alter has been named to Variety’s 2020 New York Women’s Impact Report, an annual publication highlighting women doing noteworthy, impactful work in the entertainment industry.