One Liners: Yusuf/Cat Stevens, Paul Pacifico, Sault, more

02.11.2022 - 14:09 / completemusicupdate.com

DEALSYusuf/Cat Stevens has signed to talent agency WME ahead of world tour dates next year. He is also set to release a new album.Primary Wave has acquired the song rights of Huey Lewis And The News. The deal is worth around $20 million, according to Variety.

“We’re honoured to welcome the music of Huey Lewis And The News to Primary Wave”, says John Luneau, the company’s Senior Counsel. “Our entire team is looking forward to working with them to generate new and exciting opportunities for their iconic catalogue”.The Veronicas have signed to Big Noise. “The Veronicas have been at the forefront of unapologetic female pop-punk their entire career, and we’re excited to represent their music and vision into 2023”, says Jon Cohen, President of Big Noise Music Group.————————————————–APPOINTMENTSPaul Pacifico has been announced as CEO of The Saudi Music Commission where he will oversee the development of the music sector in Saudi Arabia.

He announced back in August that he would be standing down as boss of the UK Association Of Independent Music at the end of this year. He will take up his new role in January. “It is truly remarkable to see the level of support and the pace of change within Saudi Arabia as it builds a strong music sector for all to participate in”, says Pacifico.

“The opportunity to help in that journey is a huge privilege. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the Music Commission to build a vibrant, inclusive and effective music sector as a key part of the ongoing cultural transformation in the Kingdom, led by the Ministry Of Culture”.————————————————–RELEASESSault have released five (FIVE!) new albums for free on their website, which they describe as “an offering to God”. You have until the end of