Universal Music Relaunching Polygram, Announces 'Story of Motown' as First Production

“Polygram will play an important role in furthering UMG’s global strategy to produce the very best in audio-visual storytelling and provide our artists with an important medium for their expression and creativity,” Anthony said in a statement. “Music is essential to film and television -- and the stories surrounding our artists and their music provide compelling narratives for audiences around the world.”

Gerson adds: “With Polygram, our multi-talented recording artists and songwriters will have even greater opportunities to work with the very best storytellers, writers, producers and directors in film and television. With David’s strong creative instincts and production experience, Polygram will enable new outlets for music-based programming, as well as provide a needed forum for stories about the artists, music and events that have shaped and impacted culture globally.”

UMG’s recent credits include AMY, the 2015 documentary about Amy Winehouse, and Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck, a 2015 documentary on the Nirvana frontman’s life and death.