Steven Melrose, John Smith, Valerie Day and Evan Bogart
Seeker Music Acquires Nu Shooz’ Catalog
The synth-pop duo were responsible for ’80s hits like “I Can’t Wait”
Music rights, publishing and record company Seeker Music has acquired the masters and publishing catalog of ’80s synth-pop group Nu Shooz. Financial details have not been disclosed.
Hitmakers:
Nu Shooz were formed in Portland, Oregon, by guitarist John Smith and vocalist/percussionist Valerie Day.
The duo’s catalog includes 1986 album Poolside, and their Top 5 Billboard 100 hit, “I Can’t Wait.”
Expanding catalog:
Nu Shooz’ music joins Seeker’s growing $400 million portfolio of songs by artists such as Christopher Cross, Joan Jett, Run the Jewels, The Go-Gos’ Charlotte Caffey, Jon Bellion, and more.
What they said:
Evan Bogart, Seeker Music CEO: “Nu Shooz defined an era with one of the most groundbreaking sounds of the ’80s. ‘I Can’t Wait’ still feels fresh and alive today, and we are beyond excited to breathe new life into these legendary synth-pop hits. Honoring the DNA of seminal global hits and extending their legacy with future generations is what Seeker was built for.”
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This story was written with information from Seeker’s press release.
We covered it because it’s news of a catalog acquisition.
