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Sony Purchases Blackstone’s Recognition Music Group Catalog Portfolio
May 11, 2026 | Cassidy Cavanagh |

The portfolio includes works recorded by artists such as Journey, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fleetwood Mac, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Bon Jovi, Rihanna and Mariah Carey.

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