Publishing Briefs: Rush Co-Founder’s Band Signs With Anthem, Plus a Green Light for Red Wire

Anthem Music Publishing has signed an exclusive worldwide co-publishing agreement with Envy of None, the eclectic rock collective featuring Alex Lifeson (Rush), Andy Curran (Coney Hatch), multi-instrumentalist Alfio Annibalini and vocalist Maiah Wynne. The deal centers on expanding creative and commercial opportunities for the group’s latest album, Stygian Wavz, released in March via Kscope. Anthem will work closely with the group to secure global sync placements, licensing and strategic initiatives for standout tracks such as “The Story” and their newest single, “Thrill of The Chase.”

Jason Klein, CEO of Anthem Music Group, emphasized the significance of the partnership, “given our long-term relationship with Rush and Coney Hatch,” adding, “This partnership allows us to shine a brighter light on the incredible songwriting and sonic depth that Envy of None brings to the table.” Wynne echoed the sentiment, calling Anthem “family” and expressing excitement for the collaboration.

Envy of None debuted in 2022 with a self-titled album that included standouts like the synth-driven “Never Said I Love You” and the atmospheric “Liar.” Their follow-up, Stygian Wavz, has earned critical acclaim by Rolling Stone France and others, charted in Canada and the U.S., and achieved over 25,000 physical sales alongside millions of streams globally. Anthem said it aims to extend the album’s lifecycle and global reach through strategic publishing efforts.

The announcement coincides with Lifeson’s plans to reunite with Geddy Lee for a 2026 Rush tour. The trek begins June 7 in Los Angeles and spans major cities including Mexico City, Chicago, New York and Toronto, concluding in September in Cleveland. The “evening with” format will feature two sets per night drawn from a 35-song catalog, with German drummer Anika Nilles joining the lineup to filling in for the late, great Neil Peart.

Check out the rest of this week’s publishing news below, including the launch of Red Wire Publishing, plus deals involving The Marías, Grupo Firme, Floodlights and more.