Pythagoras Music Fund Acquires Catalogs from Peter Sinfield and Joe Janiak

Dutch music investment fund Pythagoras Music has acquired the music catalogs of songwriter Joe Janiak and late lyricist Peter Sinfield in separate deals.

Credits:

• Janiak has writing and production credits on tracks that have accumulated billions of streams by artists such as Ellie Goulding, Britney Spears, Tove Lo, Snakehips, Lewis Capaldi and more.

• Sinfield was the founding member and primary lyricist for King Crimson, writing lyrics for songs such as “The Court of the Crimson King” and “Epitaph.”

• He later moved into mainstream pop, co-writing “The Land of Make Believe” for Bucks Fizz and Celine Dion’s “Think Twice.”

• Sinfield passed away in 2024.

What they said:

• Hein van der Ree, CEO of Pythagoras Music Fund: “Joe Janiak is a remarkable songwriter whose music has reached audiences around the globe. His catalog is a perfect fit for our investment strategy – combining creative excellence with proven commercial performance. We look forward to ensuring these songs continue to thrive for decades to come.”

• He continues: “Peter Sinfield was a poet of extraordinary vision whose words transformed music into lasting works of art. His legacy continues to inspire generations of listeners and creators alike. We are honored to steward his catalog and to play a part in preserving his unique contribution to music history.”