UMPG has 10 syncs in the new Disney film Cruella – starring Emma Stone and Emma Thompson. The movie explores the rebellious early days of one of cinema's most notorious villains, the legendary Cruella de Vil.
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.
Delta 5 - "Mind Your Own Business" for Apple
Delta 5’s cult 1979 song “Mind Your Own Business” provides an unexpected but brilliantly effective soundtrack to Apple’s new commercial to promote their privacy drive.
Megan Thee Stallion for Calvin Klein
Megan Thee Stallion is one of the new faces of Calvin Klein’s Spring 2021 campaign. As well as modelling for the iconic brand, she appears in a campaign video recounting a story from early in her music career, when she was asked by a studio engineer, “Why are you rapping like that?”
UMPG syncs for Super Bowl 2021
Universal Music Publishing Group was well represented at Super Bowl 2021, with songs in commercials, trailers and promos both pre-game and throughout the game itself. UMPG artists and writers featured include Alicia Keys, J Balvin, Lil Baby, Lee Hazlewood, Bruno Major, Quavo and more.
UMPG writers nominated at 2021 Golden Globe awards
Four Universal Music Publishing Group writers have received nominations in the ‘Best Song Motion Picture’ category at the 2021 Golden Globe awards - H.E.R., Tiara Thomas, Sam Ashworth and Raphael Saadiq.
Roger Hodgson "Dreamer" for Comcast Xfinity
Comcast / Xfinity’s Christmas commercial is soundtracked by Roger Hodgson’s “Dreamer” (UMPG writers Roger Hodgson and Richard Davies), and stars Steve Carell as Santa - in an inspired spot that is both entertaining and emotive.
First trailer for upcoming documentary - The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
The documentary chronicling the life and career of the Brothers Gibb is due for release on 12th December on HBO Max, followed by release in various territories throughout December 2020 and early 2021.
Demi Lovato "Confident" for Athleta
Demi Lovato’s “Confident” soundtracks a powerful spot by Athleta under the strapline "Women Run It All".
Gregory Porter "Revival" for Adobe
Gregory Porter’s uplifting ‘Revival’ soundtracks a new spot for Adobe - “When I See Black”.
Imagine Dragons “Believer” for Hugo Boss
Hugo Boss have released a new campaign for their BOSS Bottled Eau de Parfum, starring actor Chris Hemsworth and soundtracked by Imagine Dragons’ anthemic “Believer.”