Warner Music Group Acquires Yes' Atlantic-Era Catalog

WMG Buys Catalog

WARNER MUSIC GROUP's Global Catalog Division has acquired the recorded music rights and income streams from YES’ ATLANTIC RECORDS-era catalog, including 12 studio albums from 1969-1987 along with live albums and compilations.

President of Global Catalog KEVIN GORE said, “My introduction to YES came while working at a record store in OHIO in 1983. I loved the 90125 album and went to see the band live, where I was introduced to their catalog of incredible songs. I’ve been a fan ever since and we’re absolutely thrilled and deeply honored that the strong relationship between YES and WARNER MUSIC will continue forever.”

In a joint statement, the band said, “The entire YES family came together and worked enthusiastically with WARNER MUSIC GROUP to secure this historic deal, ensuring that these iconic recordings will continue to be curated in the optimum manner to delight their fans across more than five decades, while also finding and developing new audiences for this timeless music.”

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