ANNIE LENNOX Signs With Universal Music, Holiday Album Announced

MUSIC NEWS - Internationally renowned recording artist, songwriter, activist and musician Annie Lennox has announced she's signed a new recording deal with Universal Music Group (UMG), for a long-term worldwide recording agreement.

The first release under the deal from Ms Lennox will be her new "A Christmas Cornucopia" album on November 22  through Decca Records in the USA (on Island Records in the UK).  The album features Ms. Lennox's personal interpretations of some of her favorite Christmas carols as well as an original composition entitled, "Universal Child."

"I'm absolutely delighted to be working with Island Records on my upcoming recording," said Ms. Lennox recently. "This album is something I've wanted to do for many years.  It's a true labour of love, and I feel very fortunate to be in partnership with such a cutting edge team, especially when I'm at a stage in my creativity when I want to diversify, and pursue my passion in my own individual way. I've never been part of a 'mold,' and Island are really supportive and appreciative of where I'm coming from. I want to make timeless music that people will love in many years to come...and I'd like to think that 'A Christmas Cornucopia' is going to be of those recordings."

"There are precious few artists who redefine the boundaries of popular music like Annie," said Lucian Grainge, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Universal Music Group. "And we are delighted to be part of the next exciting chapter in her already storied career."