Thievery Corporation - Publishing Royalties

In the early years, this catalog built quietly with patient consistency. Interest gathered rather than spiked, and by Year 3 the lift was visible at 12.89%, followed by another step up in Year 4 at 7.95%. Year 5 was the clear momentum shift at 60.91%, when a new revenue stream joined the mix: mechanical earnings from the MLC began arriving, reinforcing the base with fresh, trackable income.

Beneath the headlines, the structure is solid. Over five years, the catalog’s compound growth rate is 13.57%, a sign that attention has compounded rather than flickered. Longevity supports that story. With a Dollar Age of 15.98 years, these works have generated royalties across formats and seasons, which often aligns with steadier performance. 

What makes this catalog compelling today is its blend of maturity and renewed energy. It has the track record to feel dependable and the recent lift to feel relevant.
 

Thievery Corporation is an American electronic music duo known for their downtempo, eclectic sound that incorporates a variety of influences from dub, reggae, Indian classical, Middle Eastern, and bossa nova. 

"Sweet Tides" was released on September 20th, 2008 as part of their fifth studio album Radio Retaliation. The album itself marked a shift towards a more global sound and was well-received for its social and political commentary, though "Sweet Tides" stands out as one of the more melodic, introspective tracks. 

"Decollage" is featured on Thievery Corporation’s, 2014 album Saudade. This album marks a distinct shift in their musical direction towards a more focused exploration of bossa nova and the broader spectrum of Brazilian music. "Saudade" itself is a Portuguese word that refers to a deep emotional state of nostalgic or profound melancholic longing for an absent something or someone that one loves.

"Un Simple Histoire" appears on their third studio album, The Richest Man in Babylon, released in 2002. The song is a downtempo track with French vocals, embodying the duo's signature blend of world music influences with electronic beats. Its soothing melody and atmospheric soundscapes are typical of Thievery Corporation's style, making it a standout track for fans of the chill-out genre.

Publishing Administrator Note. BMI and The MLC are the current administrators of this catalog. After the sale, Kobalt will administer royalties for this catalog on a quarterly basis. However, during the assignment process, some royalties may continue to flow from BMI and the MLC and will be payable to the buyer.

Similar Listings. The songwriter’s share of public performance royalties sold for 12.82x the last 12 months earnings.

Earnings Note. The catalog was first registered with the MLC in April 2025. No earnings detail is available before that date. From July through September 2025, the catalog transitioned to a new administrator. During this changeover, earnings were temporarily held, which reduced reported income for those months, and the held amounts were released in the October 2025 statement.

Earnings Note. The Earnings by Period chart below reflects royalty payments based on two distinct statement sets from different payors. The Last 12 Months include: 
BMI Statements (Quarterly): 2Q2024-1Q2025
The MLC Statements (Monthly): April 2025-October 2025