The HarbourView Equity Partners investment has acquired “select music and non-music assets” from the Estate of Quincy Jones, one of the most legendary producers, composers and creators of the last 75 years. According to the announcement, the deal includes “select assets” from Jones’ recorded music and publishing catalogs, as well as other ancillary rights, including his participation in “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” although specifics were not immediately available.
Jones passed away in 2024 at the age of 91.
As part of the transaction, HarbourView will work in close partnership with the Quincy Jones Estate on “go-forward initiatives” tied to Jones’ name, image, and likeness. The announcement notes that “through conversations with Quincy Jones’ children, the parties aligned around shared priorities of legacy preservation, education, and protection, ensuring his music and likeness are thoughtfully stewarded, safeguarded from unauthorized or exploitative uses, such as AI, and responsibly extended so future generations can fully understand and appreciate his global impact on music and culture.”
“Our father was endlessly curious and always ahead of his time. Long before anyone talked about ‘multi-platform,’ he was already building bridges and connecting the dots across music, film, television, publishing, technology and culture, creating iconic juggernauts like Thriller, The Color Purple, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and Vibe. These projects didn’t just succeed; they became the gold standard,” said Rashida Jones, on behalf of the Quincy Jones family. “What made him extraordinary was his ability to see around corners and bring together the right people, ideas, and sounds to create timeless work again and again. As his children, our responsibility is to protect not only the catalog, but the spirit and love behind it. HarbourView understands that legacy and has the vision and expertise to help ensure that future generations can feel the full scope of his everlasting impact.”
“Our father didn’t just create hits, he built platforms that shaped culture across music, film, media, and technology,” said Quincy Jones III (QD3).“He believed innovation was a creative tool and embraced it early, from serving on the board of MIT to pushing the boundaries of what storytelling could be. He had a deep passion for empowering future generations of creatives, and saw technology/innovation as a conduit if used ethically. HarbourView was the clear partner for our family: Sherrese Clarke’s vision, cultural pride, and mission alignment give us great confidence that our father’s legacy will be thoughtfully protected and carried forward.”
“Quincy Jones was not just a once-in-a-generation talent, he was a once-in-a-century architect of culture,” said Sherrese Clarke, CEO of HarbourView Equity Partners. “Our partnership with the Estate is rooted in deep respect for Quincy’s creative vision and a long-term commitment to safeguarding his work, his likeness, and his influence for generations to come.”
Source: variety.com
