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Rolling Stones sign deal with Universal

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The Rolling Stones

Rumours the Stones were set to sign to Live Nation prove unfounded

The Rolling Stones have signed a new record deal with Universal, scuppering rumours that the band were set to join the likes of Jay-Z and Madonna by signing a deal with Live Nation.

Mick Jagger and co. have signed a deal which sees Universal take control of the band's back catalogue as well as future albums.

Universal described the deal as "exclusive, long-term, worldwide", reports BBC News.

In a statement The Rolling Stones said: "Universal are forward thinking, creative and hands-on music people. We really look forward to working with them."

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The Matt and Dan Show 

Jul 26, 2008

Poor old EMI, first Radiohead now Rollling Stones...they'd be so much worse if they didn't have Coldplay on their label...http://www.myspace.com/themattanddanshow

im not edwould 

Jul 28, 2008

Is it just me or are The Rolling Stones the most over-rated act in history after Madonna...?

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