Primary Wave Music has partnered with the estate of Phil Lynott, co-founder and songwriter for Thin Lizzy.
The partnership will see the music company work alongside the estate on Lynott’s interest in his music publishing catalogue, as well as his recordings.
Primary Wave will provide marketing support across Lynott’s catalogue, which includes all songs written by him over the course of his two-decade long career. It also covers recording interests which includes his work with Thin Lizzy, in addition to his solo work and collaborations with other artists.
The estate will also now have access to Primary Wave’s licensing/sync, content and branding teams.
Phil was an unbelievable musician, songwriter and poet
Robin Godfrey Cass
Thin Lizzy’s best known 1970s hits include The Boys Are Back In Town, Dancing In The Moonlight and Whiskey In The Jar, among others.
In a statement, Phil Lynott’s estate said: “We are absolutely thrilled to be partnering with Primary Wave and very much look forward to working together continuing the legacy of Philip Lynott.”
Primary Wave’s Robin Godfrey Cass added: “This partnership personally resonates with me as I am a huge fan, dating back to the early ’70s. Phil was an unbelievable musician, songwriter and poet. I am delighted and honoured that the estate has entrusted Primary Wave Music to continue his legacy.”
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