30 OCT 2009 
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Donnie Wahlberg Signs Exclusive Licensing Deal With Universal Music Canada
‘I Got It’ at Radio and iTunes® Now
Toronto, ON. (27 October, 2009) – Universal Music Canada (UMC), the country’s leading music company, are delighted to announce that they have signed Donnie Wahlberg, star of New Kids On The Block (NKOTB) and the ‘Big Screen’ to an exclusive licensing agreement for Canada. ‘I Got It’, the debut single from Wahlberg, features Aubrey O’Day and is at radio and iTunes® now.
Wahlberg says of the partnership, “Canadian fans have championed the return of New Kids from the start... This solo song and deal are simply an extension of their loyalty and energy.”
“Donnie is an international star and we’re delighted to be furthering our successful relationship with him in Canada,” commented Jeremy Summers, Vice President, Marketing, UMC. “‘I Got It’ is already one of the biggest reaction songs of the fall.”
NKOTB returned to the top of the charts last year with the release of The Block, the band’s first album in almost fifteen years. The corresponding 140-date tour launched with a sold-out three-night stand in Canada, at Toronto’s Air Canada Centre, before going on to thrill over a million fans worldwide.
Back in the late ’80s and early ’90s, NKOTB established what the modern boy band would sound and look like, and became a phenomenon by selling more than 80 million albums worldwide -- including back-to-back international #1 albums, 1988’s Hangin’ Tough and 1990’s Step By Step -- and a series of crossover smash R&B, pop hits like “You Got It (The Right Stuff)”, “Cover Girl”, “Didn’t I (Blow Your Mind This Time)”, “Hangin’ Tough”, “I’ll Be Loving You”, “Step By Step”, and “Tonight”. The group shattered concert box office records playing an estimated 200 concerts a year, in sold out stadiums throughout the world. They were Forbes’ highest paid entertainers of 1990, beating out Michael Jackson and Madonna. The band boasted an extensive and highly profitable merchandise line which included everything from lunch boxes and sleeping bags to comic books, marbles and dolls.
A phenomenal fan base has always been one of the cornerstones of the group’s success and NKOTB's Canadian fans will be thrilled that Donnie Wahlberg is back.
Toronto, ON. (27 October, 2009) – Universal Music Canada (UMC), the country’s leading music company, are delighted to announce that they have signed Donnie Wahlberg, star of New Kids On The Block (NKOTB) and the ‘Big Screen’ to an exclusive licensing agreement for Canada. ‘I Got It’, the debut single from Wahlberg, features Aubrey O’Day and is at radio and iTunes® now.
Wahlberg says of the partnership, “Canadian fans have championed the return of New Kids from the start... This solo song and deal are simply an extension of their loyalty and energy.”
“Donnie is an international star and we’re delighted to be furthering our successful relationship with him in Canada,” commented Jeremy Summers, Vice President, Marketing, UMC. “‘I Got It’ is already one of the biggest reaction songs of the fall.”
NKOTB returned to the top of the charts last year with the release of The Block, the band’s first album in almost fifteen years. The corresponding 140-date tour launched with a sold-out three-night stand in Canada, at Toronto’s Air Canada Centre, before going on to thrill over a million fans worldwide.
Back in the late ’80s and early ’90s, NKOTB established what the modern boy band would sound and look like, and became a phenomenon by selling more than 80 million albums worldwide -- including back-to-back international #1 albums, 1988’s Hangin’ Tough and 1990’s Step By Step -- and a series of crossover smash R&B, pop hits like “You Got It (The Right Stuff)”, “Cover Girl”, “Didn’t I (Blow Your Mind This Time)”, “Hangin’ Tough”, “I’ll Be Loving You”, “Step By Step”, and “Tonight”. The group shattered concert box office records playing an estimated 200 concerts a year, in sold out stadiums throughout the world. They were Forbes’ highest paid entertainers of 1990, beating out Michael Jackson and Madonna. The band boasted an extensive and highly profitable merchandise line which included everything from lunch boxes and sleeping bags to comic books, marbles and dolls.
A phenomenal fan base has always been one of the cornerstones of the group’s success and NKOTB's Canadian fans will be thrilled that Donnie Wahlberg is back.
Comments
Congratulations!!!!!!
That's great! florakennedy
3 months ago (GMT-08:00)
WOO!
What great news!! Congratulations Donnie! You truly deserve this and so much more. Definitely a moment to be remembered! Thanks for taking us on this journey with you! Lots of love from your Blockettes! -Danielle
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Congrats DDub!!!
Congratulations Donnie :) You completely deserve it. Thank-you so much for choosing Toronto to come to first, again :) Can't wait for an album and cant wait to see you perform at the courthouse!!!!!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Donnie
I couldn't have imagined this happening to a more amazing person..you made the song and we helped others to see how great it was. I am just glad that I am able to be a part of this journey with you!! Congrats again Donnie!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Congrats
WOOOOOOOOOOOOO! That is so wicked Donnie! Big Hugs and Big Congrats!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Congrats DDub!
Congrats Donnie, I am so proud to call myself a Soldier! You derserve it. Loving you always, Cari from Winnipeg
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
WE ALL GOT IT!!!!
AMAZING!!!!! We're so thankful and honoured to be on this journey with you Donnie!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU , THANK YOU!! Marisa, Toronto
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Congrats to the unstoppable!
You bring nothing but an incredible positive attitude and happiness to all your fans! You deserve all the success you have... can't wait to see you in Houston at the release party!!!!!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
OH CANADA!!!!
I am soooooo happy for you Donnie...that`s AMAZING! Canada will continue to support you!!! LOVE... YOUR BLOCKETTES!!!!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
DDub
Congratulations! Well deserved, for someone that gives so much of his time and energy to the fans!!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Ddub's new deal!
Super congrats on your deal Ddub...you earned it. You've been a performer for what seems like forever, yet still don't get how amazingly talented you are. But...that's why you have SOLDIERS and BH's...were here to remind you for an eternity! Good luck and congrats sweetie...WELL DESERVED! TRISHA
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Congratulations Donnie :) You completely deserve it. Thank-you so much for choosing Toronto to come to first, again :) Can't wait for an album.
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Fantastic!!
Congratulations Donnie, you're amazing!!!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Congrats, if anyone deserves this it is YOU.....for all of your hard work and dedication to your fans, I thank you!! I wish you continued success!! xo
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
DONNIE WAHLBERG
THANK YOU DONNIE FOR BEING A PART OF OUR LIVES YOU MAKE EACH DAY SPECIAL FOR US IOWA LOVES YOU CANT WAIT TO MEET YOU IN PERSON MUCH LOVE RISE N GRIND BABY
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)
Donnie rocks!
Congrats, Ddub! You totally deserve it! Love you!
10 months ago (GMT-08:00)