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Publishing Briefs: BOSSY Extends Sony Partnership, Beyoncé Collaborator Signs With Prescription Songs
Several music publishers have renewed partnerships or signed songwriters, including Bossy Songs extending its deal with Sony Music Publishing and Phil Leigh joining Prescription Songs. The moves matter because they secure publishing support for writers whose credits span emerging artists and major international acts.
Bossy Songs, led by Barry Weiss, also welcomed Austin Corona and Charli Ziman to its selective roster. Leigh has worked with artists including Beyoncé, LE SSERAFIM and TWICE, while Natalie Findlay, a co-writer with Suki Waterhouse and Ashe, signed a worldwide exclusive agreement with Sony Music Publishing U.K.; she has also released solo music, including her 2017 debut album, *Forgotten Pleasures*.
In short
- Bossy Songs extended its Sony Music Publishing partnership.
- Phil Leigh signed with Prescription Songs.
- Natalie Findlay joined Sony Music Publishing U.K.
Explained simply
Music publishers help songwriters manage the rights to their songs and collect payments when the music is used or performed. They may also connect writers with artists and help develop new work, so a publishing deal can shape how a songwriter’s catalogue is supported.
Bossy Songs is a publishing company led by Barry Weiss, while Sony Music Publishing and Prescription Songs are larger music publishers. Songwriters such as Phil Leigh and Natalie Findlay have credits linked to performers including Beyoncé, LE SSERAFIM, TWICE, Suki Waterhouse and Ashe.
These partnerships and signings show how publishers build rosters that span newer writers and internationally known artists. For songwriters, the arrangements can provide industry support and help manage the commercial use of their work.