BMG has acquired the publishing catalog and sound recordings of A Flock of Seagulls, one of the defining bands of the early 1980s new wave movement in the U.K.
Under the agreement, BMG assumes ownership of the band's publishing rights in the United States and participates in publishing income globally. BMG has also acquired worldwide ownership of the sound recordings for the band's core studio albums - A Flock of Seagulls (1982), Listen (1983), The Story of a Young Heart (1984), and Dream Come True (1986).
Dan Baxter, SVP, Global Catalog Recordings, commented, "A Flock of Seagulls pushed New Wave into widescreen territory, pairing cinematic synths with a bold visual identity that redefined what pop could look and sound like. Their expansive, immersive records helped define the MTV era and left a clear imprint on generations of alternative and electronic artists. These recordings still resonate across generations, and we're proud to bring their ambition and atmosphere to new audiences worldwide."
A Flock of Seagulls' Mike Score added, "We chose to partner with BMG because we believe in its vision to elevate and extend our music to new audiences and generations. We are gratified by their passion and commitment to our music and legacy."
Formed in Liverpool in 1979, A Flock of Seagulls broke through internationally with their 1982 debut and the hit "I Ran (So Far Away)," followed by enduring tracks including "Space Age Love Song" and "Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)."
Across four studio albums, the band built a body of work that achieved major certifications in key markets and has remained part of the cultural fabric for more than four decades.
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