Stills Partners With Iconic Artists
• Stephen Stills, GRAMMY® award-winning recording artist and two-time inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has entered into a partnership with Irving Azoff’s Iconic Artists Group to market his prolific catalogue and continue his legendary legacy going forward in the digital era. Known for classic compositions such as “For What It’s Worth,” “Love the One You’re With,” “Helplessly Hoping,” “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes,” and “Carry On,” Stills’ innovative approach to both acoustic and electric guitar, combined with lush vocal harmonies, helped create what is known as the “California Sound.”
The agreement includes the acquisition of Stills’ recorded music assets from his solo work, as well as his interest in Buffalo Springfield, Manassas, The Rides, The Stills-Young Band, Au Go-Go Singers, Super Session, Stills & Collins, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The pact also includes interest in Stills’ band trademarks and name, image, and likeness. The start of Stills’ Iconic relationship also coincides with the 50th anniversary of his debut double album, Manassas, by his band of the same name, which was released April 12, 1972. To commemorate the anniversary, this historic album is planned to be released as an expanded edition this Fall.
Stills commented, “Music is one of the greatest driving forces in my life, a means to communicate a universal language, and it’s comforting to know my life’s work is in the very best hands with Irving and the Iconic team. With the unreleased recordings I’m uncovering from my vault, and the 50th anniversary of Manassas, it couldn’t have been a more opportune time.”
Irving Azoff commented, “I have had the pleasure of knowing Stephen for more than 50 years and he is certainly one of rock’s most enduring American treasures. I’m pleased that we will be working together to preserve, expand, and share his musical legacy for his next generation of fans.” Jimmy Edwards, President of Iconic, noted, “Stephen’s influence on popular music is immeasurable. In addition to his amazing solo work, Stephen’s signature artistry served as a catalyst for the groundbreaking groups, Buffalo Springfield, Manassas, CS&N, and CSN&Y.”
Stills’ acquisition by Iconic follows the company’s recent partnership with the family of Nat King Cole as well as the acquisition Linda Ronstadt‘s recorded music assets and David Crosby‘s catalogue. [Photo credit: Eleanor Stills]
