The 'Rise of Catalog Acquisitions' refers to a significant trend in the music industry where companies and investors acquire existing music catalogs, which include the copyrights to musical compositions and sound recordings. This trend, particularly prominent in the late 2010s and early 2020s, is driven by the stable revenue streams generated from these assets, such as royalties from streaming, licensing, and synchronization deals¹. It reflects a broader shift towards music as a valuable investment asset². Artists and their estates are also monetizing their back catalogs through these acquisitions³.