CTM Outlander Acquires Matt Simons’ Masters Catalog

Photo Credit: CTM Outlander CEO André de Raaff

CTM Outlander acquires singer-songwriter Matt Simons’ master recording catalog, including the global hit “Catch & Release.”

On Wednesday, CTM Outlander announced the acquisition of the master recording catalog of American singer-songwriter Matt Simons. The transaction includes masters spanning Simons’ accomplished career, including the albums Living Proof, Pieces, Catch & Release, When the Lights Go Down, Rak Studio Sessions, and Identity Crisis.

Simons achieved widespread international recognition with his 2015 breakthrough single, “Catch & Release (Deepend Remix),” which reached #1 in multiple territories, including Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, Slovakia, and Belgium. The track has received Platinum and Gold certifications across markets such as Canada, South Africa, Norway, Italy, Ireland, Sweden, and Switzerland.

His career first gained momentum with “With You” in 2013, followed by a series of successful releases including “Lose Control” (2016), “We Can Do Better” (2018), and “Open Up” (2019).

“Matt Simons’ master catalog represents exactly the type of globally resonant and culturally enduring repertoire we are focused on building at CTM Outlander,” said André de Raaff, CEO, CTM Outlander. “From ‘Catch & Release’ to his broader body of work, these recordings have demonstrated sustained relevance across markets and platforms. This acquisition reflects our continued commitment to invest in high-quality master assets with both proven performance and long-term growth potential.”

The acquisition further advances CTM Outlander’s long-term strategy to build a diversified and globally impactful music rights portfolio. In addition to expanding one of the world’s leading independent music publishing catalogs, the company has accelerated its investment in master recordings. The Matt Simons transaction follows prior master rights acquisitions, such as Benelux label Dureco, Belgium’s CNR catalog, and American artist Austin Mahone.

CTM Outlander is a joint venture between Dutch-based CTM and US-based Outlander Capital, focused on acquiring and managing high-value music publishing and master rights. With offices in Amsterdam, Dallas, Nashville, London, Miami, and Brussels, CTM Outlander represents a growing roster of songwriters, producers, and global hitmakers across genres.