Music
Enchant Group's Acquisition of Resister Music Ltd.: A Game Changer for the Media-Music Market
2024-11-25
Music supervision has long been a male-dominated field, with only 14% of film scores created by women. Resister Music Ltd. emerged as a pioneer in 2020, founded by Hannah Charman and Hollie Hutton, dedicated to promoting women and diverse musicians to the media-music marketplace. Their notable credits include music for Barbie, The Batman, Netflix's Get Even and The Syndicate, as well as brand work for Bacardi and Unilever's Magnum and Dove.
Enchant Group's Expansion and Impact
The Enchant Group, led by Daniel Jackson, 52, has been on a rapid acquisition spree. In October, they purchased sonic consultancy Sonicbrand, and now, with the acquisition of Resister Music Ltd., they are set to become an industry powerhouse. By joining forces, Resister's all-female management team will join the Enchant Group Board, bringing their unique perspective and expertise.Resister's Mission and Achievements
Resister's mission to level the playing field for diverse creators has been a resounding success. It has opened the door for many talented women to enter the media music industry. As Hollie Hutton, 39, co-founder, explains, "Being part of Enchant Group broadens our reach in terms of clients and countries and will significantly speed up the process of introducing more authentic voices to the functional audio space."This immediate and significant effect is evident in their notable credits. The music they have provided has added depth and diversity to various projects, making them stand out in the crowded media-music landscape.Enchant Group's Vision and Strategy
Daniel Jackson emphasizes, "The music for media space is dominated by male creators. Resister identified this and sought to change the industry by promoting a female and diverse roster of composers and musicians. By joining forces with Enchant, Resister can accelerate towards its goal of gender equality in the audio industry."The Enchant Group's vision is to provide the best talent to their brand and entertainment clients, focusing on authentic and representative creators perfectly matched to their needs. This acquisition is a crucial step in achieving that goal.Future Plans for Resister
Future plans for Resister include direct investments into 515, its composer agency, and the acquisition of copyright to augment Resister's boutique music catalogue 'Earhart'. These initiatives will further strengthen Resister's position in the market and enable them to continue their mission of promoting diversity.The financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed, but it is clear that this partnership holds great potential for both Resister and the Enchant Group. With their combined expertise and resources, they are poised to make a significant impact on the media-music industry.