Olivier Chastan’s acquisitions company Iconoclast has reached an agreement for the rights to American actor and musician David Cassidy.
The company noted on Tuesday (October 8) that Cassidy’s performance as Keith Partridge in the 1970s on “The Partridge Family” “made him a teen idol like never before.”
Iconoclast said it had acquired Cassidy’s publishing catalogue, sound recordings and name, image and likeness (NIL) rights. Sources told MBW the deal is worth more than $10 million.
Iconoclast notes that Cassidy’s hit singles include i think i love you “topped charts around the world” and he “became the voice of a generation, selling millions of records and inspiring a level of cult following that earned him a place in pop culture history and paved the way for multimedia stardom ”.
The company added that “Cassidy’s fan club membership at one point exceeded that of Elvis Presley and The Beatles combined, and his concerts have been held at Madison Square Garden, the Houston Astrodome and Wembley. Stadiums and other venues attracted full crowds.”
Before his death in 2017, Cassidy’s career continued with hits in the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s with albums released in 2001 past and present Go platinum.
Cassidy has also been active on screen and stage, playing roles in television, movies, Broadway, and several stage productions in Las Vegas.
Commenting on the deal, David’s son Beau Cassidy said: “My father’s music and legacy continue to resonate with fans around the world, and I’m extremely excited to partner with Iconoclast to keep his spirit alive.”
“My father’s music and legacy continue to resonate with fans around the world, and I couldn’t be more excited to partner with Iconoclast to keep his spirit alive.”
Beau Cassidy
Beau Cassidy added: “This collaboration will allow us to introduce his work to new audiences and ensure his influence continues for years to come.”
“Partnering with Iconoclast is the perfect way to commemorate his life’s work.”
Jeff Jampol, Forms Manager
David Cassidy’s former manager Jeff Jampol, described by Iconoclast as the “architect” of the deal, added: “David Cassidy was not only an entertainer; And an entertainer. He was a cultural icon whose contributions shaped the landscape of television and music. Partnering with Iconoclast is the perfect way to commemorate his life’s work.
“Cassidy’s legacy, art and aesthetics are ripe for reinsertion into the cultural bloodstream.”
Olivier Chastain, iconoclast
Olivier Chastan, founder and CEO of Iconoclast, commented: “David Cassidy’s contributions to pop culture extend far beyond his teenage idol image and still intrigue fans and Quentin Tarantino to this day. Resonating with celebrities such as Lentino, who called Cassidy ‘one of the most underrated singers in rock history’.
“He was the first teenage superstar whose cult following eclipsed the real artist.
“He also wrote screenplays for everyone from the Backstreet Boys to Harry Styles. Cassidy’s legacy, artistry and aesthetic are ripe for reintegration into the cultural bloodstream.
Peter Paterno of King, Holmes, Paterno, & Soriano, LLP represented Iconoclast in the transaction, and Doug Colton of Colton Law Firm, LLC represented David Cassidy.
Iconoclast’s latest deal comes two weeks after the company announced it had secured “publishing rights to the double-platinum-selling, Grammy Award-winning catalog of hip-hop artists.” eve”.
Iconoclast founder Olivier Chastan is a veteran music executive who served as CEO of Irving Azoff’s Iconic Artists Group.
Chastan founded Iconoclast in late 2021 when he purchased Robbie Robertson’s music publishing rights and NIL (name, image and likeness) rights, as well as his recorded music interests, covering his career to date.
In March, Iconoclast reached an agreement to purchase the catalog of music assets of legendary singer and artist Tony Bennett.
In August, Iconoclast formed a strategic partnership with Colorado-based Ujama Designs to acquire the publishing and NIL (name, image and likeness) of “culturally significant” reggae artists.global music business
