MusicBird, a music‑rights platform with >2,000 songs, has bought the master royalty income from Dougie Thomson’s work with Supertramp, covering hits like “Goodbye Stranger” and “Give a Little Bit.” The deal adds the bassist’s seven‑album tenure to its portfolio, expanding its exposure to classic rock revenues.

Supertramp, formed in 1970, sold over 60 million albums worldwide and earned gold or platinum certification across Europe and North America. Thomson remained in the classic lineup until 1988, contributing to the band’s commercial peak. By securing these royalties, MusicBird taps into a proven revenue stream that benefits from enduring radio play and streaming demand.

The acquisition illustrates MusicBird’s strategy of aggregating legacy catalogs to stabilize cash flow amid volatile streaming payouts. Investors will see incremental royalty receipts without the need for new production, while rights holders gain upfront capital. This transaction reinforces the growing trend of private‑equity‑style firms monetizing vintage recordings as a low‑risk asset class.

With over 2,000 tracks already in its library, MusicBird’s purchase of Thomson’s catalog pushes its holdings closer to a critical mass that could attract larger licensing deals with advertisers and film producers. The move signals that even niche rock royalties remain valuable assets in today’s music‑investment market.