Multi-platinum, Grammy, and BMI award-winning writer and producer David Hodges has sold his catalog to Kobalt Capital’s fund, where it will continue to be administered and serviced by Kobalt Music Publishing.
David Hodges was a founding member of Evanescence and has been writing hits with and for renowned artists for over a decade.
His No.1 singles include Bring Me To Life and My Immortal (Evanescence), A Thousand Years (Christina Perri for Twilight), Because of You (Kelly Clarkson), Dear Hate (Maren Morris and Vince Gill), See You Again (Carrie Underwood), and Miss Me More (Kelsea Ballerini).
Hodges, who is managed by Lucas Keller and Milk & Honey, has also agreed to continue his long-time publishing partnership intact with Kobalt Music Publishing, for all of his future works.
Kobalt will continue its stewardship of some of Hodges’ biggest hit songs, including No.1s Bring Me To Life, My Immortal, A Thousand Years, Because of You, and many more.
Hodges is one of the most sought after multi-genre songwriters in the world, with releases by Keith Urban, 5 Seconds of Summer, Blink 182, Ben Rector, Weezer, Dan + Shay, Avril Lavigne, and more.
He is currently working with Ed Sheeran, Danielle Bradbery, and many others.
He has previously won multiple BMI Pop and Country Awards, and won three Grammys as part of Evanescence.
“After many years of partnership and supporting David, we’re extremely proud to have helped him build such a great catalog of hits.”
Willard Ahdritz, Kobalt
Willard Ahdritz, Founder and Chairman of Kobalt, said: “After many years of partnership and supporting David, we’re extremely proud to have helped him build such a great catalog of hits.
“With his impressive catalog, David had his fair share of suitors. His decision to sell to Kobalt Capital’s fund and continue his partnership for Kobalt Music Publishing to service and administer his great work, is humbling and an honor.”
“It’s a privilege to continue and help ensure his talent is supported and recognized for years to come.”
Laurent Hubert, Kobalt
Laurent Hubert, CEO of Kobalt, added: “David’s approach to music has born an amazing set of sensational and inspiring songs.
“It’s clear Sas Metcalfe and our creative team have formed a winning combination with the brilliant songwriter/producer – and we know there is a lot more to come.
“It’s a privilege to continue and help ensure his talent is supported and recognized for years to come.”
“Having poured my life into creating these songs over the last two decades, I could not think of a better home for them than Kobalt.”
David Hodges
Hodges said: “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kobalt for over seven years. As a creator, they have made me feel supported in my craft; and as a businessman, I have had a continued confidence that Kobalt was working efficiently and passionately on my behalf.
“Having poured my life into creating these songs over the last two decades, I could not think of a better home for them than Kobalt.”
“I am so happy that his catalog went to Kobalt, a place that he’s called home for many years now and a company that we both really believe in and have, from early on.”
Lucas Keller, Milk & Honey Management
Lucas Keller, President and Founder of Milk & Honey Management, added: “This is a red letter day in my 11 year relationship with David.
“I am so happy that his catalog went to Kobalt, a place that he’s called home for many years now and a company that we both really believe in and have, from early on.”Music Business Worldwide
