Bella Figura Music acquires Jeepster Recordings catalog releases

Bella Figura scoops up core Jeepster releases, stacking more indie heritage into its fast-growing rights vault.

Catalog pickup at a glance

• Bella Figura Music buys a large slice of Jeepster works.
• Target is Jeepster Recordings.
• Focus stays on long-term catalog value.
• Deal leans hard into UK indie history.

Why these records matter

• Belle and Sebastian classics anchor the package.
• Early Snow Patrol material sits inside the haul.
• The Gentle Waves catalog joins the mix.
• Releases shaped the 1990s indie sound.

Bella Figura’s growth arc

• Company founded by Alexi Cory-Smith.
• Nearly 160 million dollars deployed on rights.
• U.S. push followed with Gary Gersh as chairman.
• Sony Music Publishing handles global admin.

Where the money comes from

• Backing tied to a 2024 equity raise.
• Investors span Freshstream and OPTrust.
• Family office and Dutch PE joined in.
• Cash fuels steady catalog expansion.