Netflix’s latest hit series The Perfect Couple features seven songs from UMPG artists and writers, from current hits (Sabrina Carpenter – “Feather”) to classic tracks (The Staple Singers – “I’ll Take You There”).
Film, TV + Media
With an unparalleled roster and iconic catalogue of over three million songs, UMPG has the industry’s premiere global creative and synchronization team. We connect the best music to film, tv, advertising, stage, video games and digital content.
From emerging artists and songwriters to global superstars, we create opportunities for our talented writers to include worldwide sync placements, networking opportunities with studios and music supervisors, and facilitating original music creation for projects. With a deep knowledge of the UMPG catalog our music experts provide a personal service and advanced tools to help you easily find and license the perfect track for your project within the scope of your budget.
We provide free music supervision, including song searches, creative and licensing services, as well as one stop solutions. For more information, you can visit our Music Search. Or to request a license for a song, go to our Request License Quote page or email umpg.licensing@umusic.com. Check out some examples of recent synchs we’ve licensed for major advertisers, films, trailers, games and more below.
From emerging artists and songwriters to global superstars, we create opportunities for our talented writers to include worldwide sync placements, networking opportunities with studios and music supervisors, and facilitating original music creation for projects. With a deep knowledge of the UMPG catalog our music experts provide a personal service and advanced tools to help you easily find and license the perfect track for your project within the scope of your budget.
We provide free music supervision, including song searches, creative and licensing services, as well as one stop solutions. For more information, you can visit our Music Search. Or to request a license for a song, go to our Request License Quote page or email umpg.licensing@umusic.com. Check out some examples of recent synchs we’ve licensed for major advertisers, films, trailers, games and more below.
Alanis Morissette highlights our “Ironic” relationship with our phones for US Cellular
Alanis Morissette features in a new, fun holistic UMPG project for US Cellular, which plays on elements of her 1996 hit “Ironic” to get across its message.
Jamie xx for Apple’s inspiring short film “The Relay”
Jamie xx – “All You Children feat. The Avalanches” provides the soundtrack for Apple’s new commercial to promote its products’ accessibility features ahead of the Paris Paralympics.
Toni Basil – ‘Mickey’ (written by Chinnichap) for Deadpool & Wolverine teaser
‘Mickey’ - performed by Toni Basil, and written by UMPG songwriters Nicholas Barry Chinn and Michael Donald Chapman (collectively known as Chinnichap) - takes center stage in the new teaser for Deadpool & Wolverine.
UMPG syncs for The Bear - Season 3
12 songs from UMPG artists and writers feature in the soundtrack for Season 3 of FX's award-winning television series The Bear.
STAX: Soulsville U.S.A. documentary series on HBO
A new HBO Original Documentary series on STAX Records captures how an underdog record label launched a movement and superstar musicians like Isaac Hayes and Otis Redding, pioneering the Memphis soul sound that electrified the world.
"What The World Needs Now Is Love” for Joker: Folie à Deux trailer
“What The World Needs Now Is Love” (with music and lyrics by UMPG writers Burt Bacharach and Hal David) soundtracks the trailer to the upcoming Warner Bros film Joker: Folie à Deux.
New documentary film ‘The Beach Boys’
A brand new documentary film ‘The Beach Boys’, from Walt Disney Studios, launches on Disney Plus on 24th May. The film is a celebration of the legendary band that revolutionized pop music, and the iconic, harmonious sound they created that personified the California dream, captivating fans for generations.
How The White Stripes – “Seven Nation Army” became a global sports stadium anthem
Since its release two decades ago, the infectious riff from The White Stripes - “Seven Nation Army” has become a global sports stadium anthem. The song, which was the lead single from the band's 2003 album 'Elephant', has been adopted by fans of sports teams from around the world.
UMPG syncs for Super Bowl 2024
This year’s Super Bowl saw an impressive 18 commercials for high profile brands featuring songs penned by Universal Music Publishing Group writers. Highlights include spots for Volkswagen, Budweiser and Microsoft, and peeks at new films including "Bob Marley: One Love" and Stephen Schwartz's "Wicked". Featured UMPG writers include Ice Spice, Neil Diamond, Alicia Keys, Coldplay, INXS and more.