Giorgio Moroder Sells Producer Royalties to Iconoclast
variety.comThania Garcia Giorgio Moroder and Iconoclast have struck a deal to work on the development and marketing of the “Father of Disco’s” name, image, and likeness rights.
Iconoclast acquires the Grammy and Oscar-winning composer’s producer royalties, which span across timeless hits including Donna Summer’s “I Feel Love” and Blondie’s “Call Me,” among others. “Working with my friend Giorgio is an incredible honor,” said Olivier Chastan, founder of Iconoclast, in a press release. “More than 45 years after they were created, songs like ‘I Feel Love’ and ‘The Chase’ still seem like the soundtrack of the future.
Giorgio has always had a unique ability to capture the pop sensibility of the times while being at the forefront of sonic innovation.” Moroder added, “Throughout my career, I took inspiration from the marriage of creativity and technology.
Iconoclast shares that same DNA and I’m thrilled that Olivier and his team will help propel my musical legacy into the future.” Italian songwriter, producer and soundtrack composer has collaborated with top-of-the-line artists including David Bowie, Janet Jackson, Daft Punk and Kylie Minogue.
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