The Rolling Stones have announced a new global partnership with Universal Music Group, and the record label will look after the band's recorded music and audio-visual catalogues, archival support, global merchandising and brand management.

Sir Lucian Grainge, CEO of Universal Music Group, commented 'We look forward to bringing our expertise and passion to bear as we put our global organisation to work on behalf of this iconic band who continue to create music and influence culture around the world'.