Mary J. Blige has sold undisclosed shares of her publishing and recorded-music assets to Primary Wave Music, the company announced on Monday morning. Included in the deal are some of Blige’s greatest hits, including “Family Affair,’ “My Life,” “Mary Jane (All Night Long),” “You Bring Me Joy,” “Be Without You,” “I Can Love You,” and […]
Music Industry Moves: Mary J. Blige Sells Music Catalogs to Primary Wave; Stella Lefty Signs With Make Wake for Management; Boyz II Men Ink With Warner Records Nashville

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