Warner Music Buys Back Part of German Distributor Zebralution, Expanding Reach in Europe
The pioneering digital distributor of music and audiobooks was sold by WMG in 2017 but now returns with enhanced resources.
Warner Music Group has purchased a stake in German music distributor Zebralution Music GmbH, reacquiring part of the company it once owned a decade ago and extending the major's footprint in Europe. Zebralution, a spinoff of Zebralution Gmbh, offers digital distribution for music, audiobooks, e-books, and podcasts to over 1,500 label and publisher clients globally.
The deal's terms remain undisclosed. WMG had previously acquired Zebralution in 2007 and sold it in 2017 to its original founders. With this new acquisition, WMG aims to enhance its technology, distribution, analytics, and financial tools for Zebralution's label clients. Co-CEOs Konrad von Löhneysen and Sascha Lazimbat will continue to lead the company, stating that their approach and independence will remain unchanged.
Niels Walboomers, president of Warner Music Central Europe, emphasized Zebralution's regional expertise and strong reputation in the European independent music scene, praising the founders' ability to build a trusted home for independent music in Europe.
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