Primary Wave
Primary Wave is a privately held music publishing and talent management company, established in January 2006 by music executive Lawrence Mestel. It is recognized as a leading independent publisher of iconic music, focusing on preserving and amplifying music history.
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Nov 30, 2025
Primary Wave
Primary Wave is a privately held music publishing and talent management company, established in January 2006 by music executive Lawrence Mestel. It is recognized as a leading independent publisher of iconic music, focusing on preserving and amplifying music history.
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Updated:
Nov 30, 2025
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