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Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group is a asset manager based in Hilversum; the Altss profile covers its classification, headquarters, registration, AUM band, and key...
Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group is the world’s leading music company. We own and operate a broad array of businesses in more than 60 countries.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
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AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
Netherlands
City
Hilversum
Corporate office
's-Gravelandseweg 80, 1217 EW Hilversum, Netherlands
Additional offices
Santa Monica, CA, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
How does Universal Music Group generate revenue?
UMG earns revenue through recorded-music sales and streaming, music publishing royalties, and brand partnerships. The recorded-music business collects from streaming services, physical sales, performance rights, and sync licensing. Universal Music Publishing Group separately monetizes the underlying song compositions.
Where is Universal Music Group headquartered?
UMG's corporate headquarters are located at 's-Gravelandseweg 80, 1217 EW in Hilversum, Netherlands. Its operational headquarters are at 2220 Colorado Avenue in Santa Monica, California. The company also maintains offices in roughly 60 countries worldwide.
Does Universal Music Group accept unsolicited demo submissions?
No. UMG's record labels do not accept unsolicited material. Demos are typically recommended to an A&R department by an established industry professional such as a manager, agent, or producer.
What is Universal Music Publishing Group's role within UMG?
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) administers the songwriting copyrights for compositions in UMG's catalog. It handles licensing and royalty collection for songs, separate from the recording rights managed by UMG's record labels. This gives UMG a dual revenue stream on catalog where it controls both the master recording and the publishing rights.
How can brands partner with Universal Music Group or its artists?
Brands can partner with UMG through the Universal Music Group For Brands division, which provides tailored business solutions. Licensing requests for master recordings are handled by local UMG offices or, in the United States, by the Universal Music Enterprises Film & TV Department.
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