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Create Music Group Acquires deadmau5 + mau5trap Records Catalogs

Create Music Group Acquires deadmau5 + mau5trap Records Catalogs

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05 Mar 2025

Create Music Group (“CMG”), the world’s leading platform for iconic music, has acquired the catalogs of creative visionary, electronic music producer, deadmau5, as well as that of his celebrated record label mau5trap.

Jonathan Strauss, co-founder and CEO of Create Music Group commented:

“When deadmau5 put on that helmet, he didn’t just create a brand—he sparked a movement. His vision redefined electronic music, pushing boundaries and reshaping the industry. From the earliest days of Create Music Group, [co-founder and COO] Alexandre Williams and I had the privilege of working alongside Joel and his business partner Dean Wilson, witnessing firsthand the evolution of an icon. Now, as the stewards of deadmau5 and mau5trap’s legendary catalog, we inherit a legacy that changed music forever. Joel’s influence reaches far beyond sound—his mastery bridges music, gaming, and technology, inspiring a new generation to think bigger. This is more than an acquisition; it’s a responsibility.

Joel Zimmerman (deadmau5), Founder, mau5trap:

“I have worked closely with Jonathan, Alex and Create for nearly two decades now, building my own career as well as the artists on mau5trap.We didn’t need to look far when we were considering a partner to help get it all to the next level. With Create, I feel the music is going to reach more.”

Dean Wilson, deadmau5 manager and business partner:

“Over the last 20 years, fueled by Joel’s creative and entrepreneurial ambitions, we have built one of the strongest brand names in electronic music. To have partnered with Create, who have worked so closely with us over the years on our journey, ensures that the next two decades will be every bit as exciting for Joel and everyone on the mau5trap team as we work to expand our legacy even further.”

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