NEW YORK, Oct 6 — Legendary American hitmaker Tina Turner has sold her music rights in a major deal with BMG, the record publisher announced today, the latest legacy artist to cash in on their extensive catalogue.
Turner, 81, has sold over 100 million records. Warner Music will remain the Grammy-winner’s record company, BMG said. The company’s CEO Hartwig Masuch said BMG was “honoured” to manage the interests of Turner, responsible for classics including“It is a responsibility we take seriously and will pursue diligently. She is truly and simply, the best,” Masuch said.