The deal includes hits like Wait and Bleed,Duality, Psychosocial, and the Grammy-winning track Before I Forget.
Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Billboardreported in August that the band was close to completing a deal worth about $120 million.
According to HarbourView, Slipknot, who formed in 1995 in Des Moines, Iowa, quickly established themselves as one of the most influential bands in modern metal, starting with their “groundbreaking” debut album.
Their second album, Iowa (2001), debuted at No.3 on the Billboard 200 chart, while achieving multiple No.1s with follow-up albums in the US and abroad.
“After 25 years of taking on the music business, we find ourselves with a partner that is willing to sign onto continuing what Slipknot started,” said Slipknot member, Clown. “Only they want to go even bigger. Get ready. Hail The Knot.”
“Slipknot’s music has redefined heavy metal and created a global cultural phenomenon. Their catalog is a testament to their influence, passion, and enduring artistry within the genre.”
Sherrese Clarke, HarbourView Equity Partners
Sherrese Clarke, Founder and CEO of HarbourView Equity Partners added: “Slipknot’s music has redefined heavy metal and created a global cultural phenomenon.
“Their catalog is a testament to their influence, passion, and enduring artistry within the genre. We pride ourselves on having our finger on the pulse of culture and with thorough analysis of audience engagement, we clearly see the cultural impact of Slipknot from the 1990’s to present.
“The enduring and relevant proof points with Slipknot remain core to our investing thesis, and HarbourView is honored to help preserve and amplify the group’s work for decades and generations to come.”
HarbourView describes Slipknot as “a defining force in the global rock community,” citing their regular headlining of major global rock festivals and sold-out headline tours at some of the world’s biggest arenas.
The band has racked up over 7 billionYouTube views to date, and has sold 30 million albums worldwide.
The deal was negotiated with Slipknot’s legal representation, Scott Legal Group. HarbourView was represented by Fox Rothschild.
Just a few months ago, the company secured$500 million in additional debt financing from investment giant KKR via a private securitization backed by its music portfolio.
It followed a previous $500 million in debt financing secured by HarbourView in March 2024, through a private securitization backed by its catalog of music royalties, and led by KKR.
This latest agreement marks the latest in a series of significant moves from the company.
Acquisitive HarbourView has acquired over 70 music catalogs encompassing over 35,000 songs across both master recordings and publishing income streams.
The company’s portfolio includes music from T-Pain, James Fauntleroy, George Benson, Noel Zancanella, Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Nelly, Jeremih, Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, Full Force and more.
In September, Michelle Jubelirer and Arjun Pulijal have launched a new venture backed by a strategic investment from HarbourView Equity Partners.Music Business Worldwide
