Mary J. Blige Partners With Primary Wave in Major Music Catalog Agreement
BY ROBYN ANTONIUS / URBAN GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA | EDITORIAL DESK
October 26, 2026
Mary J. Blige has entered into a catalog partnership with independent music publisher Primary Wave Music, covering compositions and recordings from across her celebrated career.
The partnership encompasses songs including “Family Affair,” “My Life,” “Be Without You,” and “Mary Jane (All Night Long).” Under the arrangement, Blige and her team can access Primary Wave’s publishing and marketing infrastructure, creating opportunities in branding, digital campaigns, new-music promotion, and synchronization licensing.
The financial terms were not disclosed, and the announcement did not establish whether an ownership stake was transferred.
Urban Global Entertainment & Media Take
The partnership highlights the long-term commercial value of established music catalogs. For artists at every career stage, understanding publishing rights, master recordings, licensing, and intellectual property remains essential to building a sustainable business.
Original reporting: Primary Wave Music • Read the source article ↗