Listing 6144
Publishing Royalties for Ocean Colour Scene
- Britpop
- Ocean Colour Scene
- Universal Music Publishing Group
- Publishing
- Rock
- …
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Sale Price
$132,700
10.32 x LTM
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Buyer 7 made 1 year ago
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Buyer 5 made 1 year ago
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Buyer 7 made 1 year ago
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About
- $12,859
- 3-Year Average
- $10,292
- Earnings Since 2012
- $90,398
- 27.32 Years
- Works Included
- 251
- $***,***
- $50,000
- Owner Last Active
- Over 30 days ago
- Life of Rights
- Musical Composition
- Mechanical, Public Performance, Sync
- No
- Payor
- Universal Music Publishing Group
The information on this listing was accurate as of the last earning statistics update on
Overview
This listing offers the publishing royalties from the acclaimed UK band Ocean Colour Scene, a prominent name in Britpop and alternative rock.
Over the past five years, the catalog has achieved a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 15.07% over the most recent five-year period, placing it in the top quartile (above the 75th percentile) compared to other catalogs analyzed by Royalty Exchange, where the benchmark is 10.92%.
In the same five-year period, earnings started at $7,335 in Year 1 and steadily grew to $12,859 by Year 5. While there were minor fluctuations along the way, the overall upward trend was driven by increased streaming, continued synchronizations, and strong sales of physical audio products, including CDs and vinyl.
The catalog’s Dollar Age of 27.32 is also noteworthy. This figure reflects the number of years the songs have been generating revenue, highlighting their longevity and suggesting a level of stability and potential for continued earnings.
Artist & Song Information
Ocean Colour Scene, formed in Birmingham in 1989, rose to prominence during the Britpop era with their fusion of mod revival, psychedelic rock, and blues influences. Their breakthrough album, Moseley Shoals (1996), reached No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart and included hits like The Riverboat Song, The Day We Caught the Train, and You've Got It Bad. This success was followed by Marchin’ Already (1997), which debuted at No. 1 in the UK, surpassing Oasis’ Be Here Now. Other notable albums include One from the Modern (1999), which continued their chart success. Their track Hundred Mile High City gained further recognition when it was featured in the film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Their influence was solidified with a nomination for Best British Album (Moseley Shoals) and Best British Group at the 1997 Brit Awards.
The band's legacy is celebrated through multiple retrospective collections, including Yesterday Today 1992-2018, a 15-CD box set featuring all their studio albums, B-sides, and rarities. Another significant compilation, 21: The Boxset (2010), marked their 21st anniversary with 86 tracks spanning their career. Their enduring impact is evident not just in these releases but in their continued touring and the lasting appeal of their music. Ocean Colour Scene remains an essential name in British rock, particularly among fans of the Britpop movement.
Other Information
Earnings Note. Payments changed from semester based to quarterly based beginning in 1Q-2019.
Exchange Rates. Royalties for this asset are reported by UMPG in GBP. To calculate royalty payments in U.S. Dollars (USD), Royalty Exchange applies the average historical exchange rate for the distribution month (via X-rates.com).
Future royalties will be paid to Royalty Exchange in GBP converted to USD upon receipt, and then paid in USD to the winning investor. The receiving bank may increase the exchange rate by up to 2.5% as a transaction fee.
This catalog will not be automatically added to the Secondary Market of The Exchange. The winning bidder can contact Royalty Exchange to relist.
Financials
Earnings By Period
Quarterly, as statements report
- Domestic
- International
- Unreported
- Net
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings | $7,336 | $8,803 | $7,154 | $10,864 | $12,859 |
Works
"The Day We Caught the Train" (1996) has posted a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 14.39% over the past five years, with earnings rising from $1,415 in Year 1 to $2,425 in Year 5—driven primarily by growth in streaming.
"The Riverboat Song" (1996) has shown more modest performance, with a five-year CAGR of 0.79%. Despite this, it has consistently contributed between 15% and 26% of total catalog earnings.
"Hundred Mile High City" (1997) stands out with an exceptional CAGR of 46.45%, fueled by notable spikes in Years 2 and 5. The most recent surge is attributed to a synchronization placement in the Netflix documentary Beckham.
Both "Circle" (1996) and "Hundred Mile High City" reflect strong growth potential, with five-year CAGRs of 23.44% and 54.78%, respectively.
Additionally, 40% of earnings in the last twelve months (LTM) came from tracks outside the top five, underscoring the depth and diversification of the catalog.
| Works | Earnings | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Day We Caught The Train | $2,425 | 19% |
| Hundred Mile High City | $2,319 | 18% |
| Riverboat Song | $1,969 | 15% |
| Circle | $648 | 5% |
| Giorno Migliore | $323 | 3% |
| Other | $5,176 | 40% |
Income Types
Streaming royalties have experienced strong growth, posting a five-year CAGR of 22.28%. Their increasing share of total earnings—peaking at 76% in Year 3—underscores streaming’s role as the primary revenue driver in the digital age.
Mechanical royalties have been more volatile, with a five-year CAGR of 9.31%. After declines in Years 2 and 3, the category rebounded sharply in Year 4 before experiencing a modest dip in Year 5.
Synchronization royalties remain highly unpredictable, as expected, with significant spikes in Years 2 and 4 reflecting the category’s episodic nature.
| Income Types | Earnings | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming Mechanical | $7,432 | 58% |
| Mechanical | $2,720 | 21% |
| Sync | $1,127 | 9% |
| $621 | 5% | |
| Mechanical Performance | $616 | 5% |
| Other | $343 | 3% |
Sources
International royalties make up the largest share of the catalog’s revenue, consistently contributing over 50% of total earnings. While revenue from this segment shows moderate volatility, it maintains a positive trajectory, with a five-year CAGR of 6.56%, reflecting steady international demand.
US Streaming, though currently a smaller portion of overall earnings, has demonstrated strong momentum with a five-year CAGR of 21.49%—significantly outpacing other income sources. This sustained growth points to a clear shift toward digital consumption and future revenue potential.
| Sources | Earnings | Share |
|---|---|---|
| International Sources | $6,893 | 54% |
| Streaming | $4,844 | 70% |
| Music Rights Org | $1,074 | 16% |
| Streaming Video | $266 | 4% |
| Radio | $24 | 0% |
| $21 | 0% | |
| Other | $664 | 10% |
| Streaming | $404 | 3% |
| Streaming Video | $137 | 1% |
| $68 | 1% | |
| Music Rights Org | $37 | 0% |
| Other | $5,319 | 41% |
* Historic royalty income does not guarantee future royalty income. Future royalty income depends upon future sales and licensing revenue generated by the intellectual property associated with this listing. All earnings analysis and investment decisions are investors’ sole responsibility per Royalty Exchange’s Terms of Use.