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Primary Wave Music and Kobalt merge, forming a $7 billion music powerhouse. Primary Wave, known for catalogs from artists like Bob Marley and Prince, acquires Kobalt, managing publishing for Paul McCartney and Foo Fighters. Kobalt will continue as a standalone operation, with the deal pending approvals and set to close in Q3 2026. This merger promises more resources for songwriters and publishers, reshaping independent musics growth trajectory.

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