In a monumental move that underscores the immense value of music rights, the iconic heavy metal band Slipknot has sold a majority stake in its entire back catalogue. The landmark transaction with global investment firm HarbourView Equity Partners values the band's musical works at a staggering $120 million (approximately £91.2 million).
The $120 Million Catalogue Acquisition
The deal, officially confirmed in November 2025, sees HarbourView Equity Partners acquire a controlling interest in Slipknot's publishing and royalty rights. While the final sale price was not publicly disclosed, the transaction aligns with earlier estimates that pegged the band's catalogue worth at $120 million.
This strategic sale follows the band's separation from their long-time label, Roadrunner Records, in 2022. Industry reports at the time of the split had already suggested that Slipknot's body of work, which has defined a genre for over two decades, commanded a nine-figure valuation.
A New Chapter for the Metal Titans
Slipknot founding percussionist Shawn Crahan expressed significant optimism about the new partnership. In an official statement, Crahan revealed that after a quarter of a century in the music industry, the band has found a partner genuinely committed to their legacy.
"We find ourselves with a partner that is willing to sign onto continuing what Slipknot started," Crahan stated. "Only they wanted to go even bigger. Get ready. Hail The Knot."
The sentiment was echoed by HarbourView's founder and CEO, Sherrese Clarke Soares, who praised Slipknot's profound cultural impact. "The band has redefined heavy metal and created a global cultural phenomenon," Soares commented, highlighting the enduring relevance of their music from the 1990s to the present day as a core reason for the investment.
HarbourView's Growing Music Portfolio
HarbourView Equity Partners, established in 2021, has rapidly become a major player in acquiring valuable intellectual property within the entertainment sector. The firm specifically targets assets like music catalogues, and its portfolio now boasts over 24,000 song titles.
Slipknot is not the first major artist to partner with HarbourView recently. The investment firm also acquired a portion of pop star Kelly Clarkson's music catalogue in July 2025, demonstrating a diversified and ambitious acquisition strategy across genres.
"HarbourView is honoured to help preserve and amplify the group’s work for decades and generations to come," Soares added, signalling a long-term commitment to managing and promoting Slipknot's influential body of work.
This transaction solidifies a growing trend of legacy artists capitalising on the value of their life's work, ensuring their musical heritage is preserved while securing their financial futures.
