Next Decade represents the music from Finian’s Rainbow by E.Y. “Yip” Harburg and Burton Lane which opened on Broadway in 2009 and was nominated for three Tony’s. Now you can own the Original Cast Recording.
Eric Lindell is a stalwart in the New Orleans music scene, combining sweet soul with foot stomping R&B, swamp pop, funk and blues. Check out his live performance at the Louisiana Music Factory during Jazz Fest 2010.
The band Boston is one of the icons of classic rock. There songs remain just as popular today as when they were first released and appear in commercials, movies, television shows and much more. Their hit song, “More Than a Feeling” can be seen here in a commercial for the New York State Lottery.
The Addams Family is known for its iconic theme song by Vic Mizzy. (Go ahead, snap twice, we know you want to.) Now, this most bizarre family can be seen on Broadway with brand new songs written by Andrew Lippa that are sure to become classics.
ABOUT THE SONGWRITERS
Bob McGrath
Bob McGrath has celebrated over thirty years as host of the famed television show, Sesame Street. In addition to his role as music teacher on Sesame Street, Bob is a successful author, songwriter, recording artist and concert performer.
Harry Belafonte
Harry Belafonte is the consummate entertainer. His career has encompassed concert singer, songwriter, recording artist, movie actor, Broadway and television star and producer.
E.Y. “Yip” Harburg
There are few things that people find positive about the Great Depression but one sure thing is that the bankruptcy of an electrical appliance company caused Yip Harburg to change careers and become one of the greatest lyricists of all times.
Andrew Lippa
Andrew Lippa wrote the music and lyrics for the Broadway hit musical The Addams Family, currently starring Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth. The music from this show demonstrates his diverse writing in various musical styles and a wide array of witty lyrics.
Eric Lindell
Eric Lindell moved from California to New Orleans in 1999 where he quickly discovered the roots music scene. Soon, stars like Branford Marsalis, The Neville Brothers and John Scofield began showing up at his gigs and embracing this fresh California kid’s funky music.
Milton Gabler
Milton Gabler was one of the top record producers of the 1940s and 50s. He started the first independent jazz label, Commodore Records. In addition to his work as a producer, he wrote gems like “Choo Choo Ch’Boogie”, “Danke Schein”, “In a Mellow Tone”, “L.O.V.E.” and “Pagin’ the Devil”.
Jay Gorney
Jay Gorney was a songwriter, producer, author and teacher. His popular song compositions include “Baby Take a Bow”, “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?”, “A Girl in Your Arms”, “Meet the People”, and “You’re My Thrill”.
Ray Griff
Ray Griff is one of the bright lights in country songwriting. His achievements include writing forty-eight songs that landed in the top 100 and receiving 87 ASCAP and BMI citations as a songwriter, artist, producer and publisher.
Groove Coverage
Groove Coverage was formed in 2001 and is composed of German singers Mel and DJ Novus. In 2002, they released their debut album COVERGIRL which included the hits “7 Years and 50 Days”, “The End” and “Runaway”.
Jan Johnston
Jan Johnston is affectionately referred to as the “First Lady of Trance” because she has written and recorded with the world's best DJs and artists including Tiesto, Paul Van Dyk, Paul Oakenfold, Cosmic Gate and BT.
Lucy Simon
Lucy Simon began her career in a duo group called The Simon Sisters which included her then, unknown sister, Carly. The two recorded some folk albums and a very successful children’s album on Columbia Records entitled The Simon Sisters Sing for Children.
HIT LIST
Addams Family Theme
By Vic Mizzy/Unison Music Company – 100% – performed by Vic Mizzy from original television show
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
By E.Y. “Yip” Harburg and Jay Gorney/Glocca Morra Music – 50% – and Gorney Music – 50% – performed by Tommy Hollis
Go Out and Get Some (Get It Oucha System)
By Millie Jackson and Randy Klein – 33.33% – Gaucho Music – 33.33% Double Ak-shun – performed by Millie Jackson
Jump in the Line
By Ralph de Leon, Raymond Bell, Steve Samuel and Gabriel Oller/Clara Music Publishing Corp 100% – performed by Harry Belafonte
Matrimony
By Eric Lindell/scootmusic – 100% – performed by Eric Lindell
More Than A Feeling
By Tom Scholz/Pure Songs – 100% – performed by Boston
When You’re an Addams
By Andrew Lippa/Lippasongs – 100% – performed by the Cast of the Addams Family
NEWS
ARTICLES
September 13, 2008
Billboard Features Next Decade
A feature in Billboard chronicles the success of Next Decade on their 20th anniversary. “People want to work with us because the music is very special and not replaceable,” says Next Decade’s Monica Corton.
October 20, 2009
In Memory of Vic Mizzy
Next Decade remembers Vic Mizzy—the songwriter behind such classics as the “Addams Family” and “Green Acres” themes.
December 1, 2008
Not All Samples Are Equal
An article by Matthew Newton featured in SPIN asks if sampling in the hip-hop world is dead. Next Decade’s Monica Corton weighs in.
November 5, 2008
Plagiarism in a Digital Age
Next Decade’s Monica Corton talks with The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) about Copyright Awareness Week—an effort to educate the public about copyright law.
March 3, 2006
Music Requires Permission
A letter to the editor published in The Washington Post informs amateur DJs and clubs about the appropriate sampling permissions and performing rights licenses needed for the music they perform.
September 20, 2005
Money (That’s What I Want)
Next Decade’s Monica Corton participated in a panel discussion on the ins and outs of being duly rewarded for the songs you write and the tracks you perform at the Billboard Dance Music Summit.
September 18, 2004
Johnston Renews Deal
The “Queen of Trance – Jan Johnston has renewed her exclusive songwriter and co-publishing agreement with Next Decade.
June 12, 2004
Publishers Enter “New Age of Income”
How are cookie jars, slot machines, magnets and toys changing the way songwriters are making money? Next Decade’s Monica Corton, tells us in Billboard Magazine.
February 23, 2002
Johnston Signs With Next Decade
Writer and artist Jan Johnston who co-wrote and performed the U.K. dance hit “Flesh”, signed an exclusive worldwide publishing agreement with Next Decade.
