Quincy Jones Estate Profits from Catalog Sale Featuring Shares in Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” “Off the Wall,” and “Bad”
HarbourView secures rights associated with several of the late legend’s most impactful productions and compositions.
The Quincy Jones estate has finalized the sale of a significant catalog stake through a new acquisition agreement with the investment firm HarbourView.
The agreement encompasses specific recorded music and publishing rights associated with the iconic producer’s catalog, which extends over decades of innovative contributions to jazz, pop, and R&B.
Vibe reports that the acquisition encompasses Jones’ stakes in three iconic Michael Jackson albums that he produced: “Off the Wall,” “Thriller,” and “Bad.” The agreement also features Jones’ renowned instrumental piece “Soul Bossa Nova,” a track that is well-known to many as the theme from the Austin Powers movies.
Jones passed away in November 2024 at the age of 91, having established one of the most significant careers in contemporary music. His influence extended well beyond the confines of recording studios, as he had a major impact on shaping television and media culture. Jones held the role of executive producer on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” and was a co-founder of Vibe Magazine.
Nonetheless, the catalog’s influence stretches into other significant records that have drawn inspiration from his work. HarbourView will also possess a stake in songs that were inspired by Jones’ writing, including Ye’s 2007 single “Good Life” and Tupac Shakur’s 1996 hit “How Do U Want It.”
Rashida Jones, Jones’ daughter, contemplated the extent of her father’s impact while talking about the deal.
“Long before the term ‘multi-platform’ became popular, he was already constructing connections and linking various realms of music, film, television, publishing, technology, and culture, giving rise to iconic masterpieces such as ‘Thriller,’ ‘The Color Purple,’ ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,’ and Vibe,” she stated.
The family is dedicated to preserving Jones’ legacy and artistic contributions.
“HarbourView acknowledges Jones’ legacy and has the vision and expertise to ensure that future generations can fully appreciate his enduring influence,” she stated.
In conjunction with the catalog acquisition, HarbourView will partner with the estate regarding the use of Jones’ name, image, and likeness, as his children strive to safeguard his legacy from potential misuse related to artificial intelligence.
