Warner Music Group Benelux has officially acquired Amsterdam-based independent record label Cloud 9 Recordings in an acquisition led by WMG Benelux’s President of Recorded Music & Publishing Niels Walboomers.
The move will see Cloud 9 Co-founder Raymond van Vliet remain as President of Cloud 9 Recordings. The company has been a prominent independent label in the Netherlands and has represented artists such as Claude, Jaap Reesema, Kris Kross Amsterdam, Snelle, and Turfy Gang.
Additionally, Cloud 9 owns the catalog of Antoon. The Cloud 9 team will relocate to The Amsterdam Music Harbour.
“We are very excited to welcome Raymond and the Cloud 9 team” Walboomers said in an official statement.
“Cloud 9 has made a significant impact on the Dutch music industry with its versatility and expertise.
“In the past five years, they have had eight Number One hits in the Dutch Top 40 with five different artists. With the expertise of our talented local teams and Warner Music’s global network, we will strengthen Cloud 9’s catalog and create new opportunities and inspiring collaborations for everyone.”
“On November 1, Cloud 9 Music will celebrate its 20th anniversary” Raymond van Vliet, President of Cloud 9 Recordings added.” It is a proud moment to sell this incredible company on the eve of this milestone.
“In the coming years, I will continue to lead Cloud 9, ensuring that my team, enhanced by Warner Music’s expertise, will keep representing our artist roster. We will take the next steps in the careers of our artists and continue to expand Cloud 9 Music.
“The combination of Blue Skies Publishing’s expertise on the publishing side, along with Cloud 9 Music as a label, provides a rock-solid foundation built on songs. Because at the end of the day, everything starts with a great song.”
