The deal includes previous and future works
Reservoir Media, Inc., an award-winning independent music company, has announced new publishing deals with renowned rapper Snoop Dogg and Death Row Records. The deals include domestic publishing for Snoop’s entire catalog of hits and future works and the publishing catalog of Snoop’s Death Row Records.
“I’m so honored to have them as a partner and excited for all the great things to come with the catalog as well as new music ventures. 2024 and beyond 🔥🙏🏾🐾,” Snoop shares.
Born Calvin Broadus Jr., Snoop Dogg’s fame dates back to 1992 when he first appeared as a featured artist on Dr. Dre’s debut single, “Deep Cover,” before releasing his critically acclaimed debut album, Doggystyle, in 1993 via Death Row Records. Featuring hit singles “What’s My Name?” and “Gin and Juice,” Doggystyle was certified quadruple platinum the following year. To date, Snoop has released 19 solo albums, with his highly anticipated 20th album, Missionary, produced by Dr. Dre, in the works. His lengthy list of hit collaborations includes “Young, Wild & Free” with Wiz Khalifa featuring Bruno Mars, “The Next Episode” with Dr. Dre, “California Gurls” with Katy Perry, “P.I.M.P” with 50 Cent, “Wiggle” with Jason Derulo, among many others. His single “Drop It Like It’s Hot” topped several Billboard charts including the Hot 100, earned Grammy nominations for Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group, and was ultimately named the most popular rap song of the decade by Billboard in 2009.
With 16 Grammy nominations, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and an American Music Award win for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist, Snoop Dogg has solidified his status as a music icon. His influence, however, extends far beyond the world of music. As a multifaceted entertainer and entrepreneur, Snoop has become a pop culture phenomenon through a wide array of endeavors. In addition to his versatile acting career, Snoop has built numerous successful business ventures and established himself as a sought-after name for endorsement deals worldwide. Recently, he took center stage as a contributing commentator for NBC’s coverage of the Paris 2024 Olympics. This month, Snoop steps into a new role as a coach on NBC’s hit television show The Voice for its 26th season, joining Gwen Stefani, Reba McEntire, and Michael Bublé.
In 2022, following the triumphant and Emmy Award-winning Super Bowl LVI halftime show, Snoop announced the acquisition of Death Row Records, the label founded by The D.O.C., Dr. Dre, Suge Knight, and Dick Griffey in 1991. Death Row Records released many multi-platinum hip-hop albums, including major successes released by Snoop himself, Dr. Dre (The Chronic), and 2Pac (All Eyez on Me). In 2023, following his acquisition of the label, Snoop announced a new publishing business under the Death Row umbrella, representing many songwriters within the Death Row family. Reservoir’s new agreement with that publishing arm includes rights to hits like “Hail Mary” by Makaveli, “I Ain’t Mad At Cha” by 2Pac, and “Picture Me Rollin’” by 2Pac, among many others.
