The arrangement will see the label to continue to operate as a stand-alone operation, with any signings under the new development deal being released on Fierce Panda / Vertigo via Universal.

Fierce Panda's solo releases will continue to be distributed physically by ADA and digitally by The Orchard

To celebrate the deal, the label is hosting a gig at The Great Escape this Saturday afternoon, with Pilots, Goodluck Jonathan and new signing Kitten playing the Latest Bar. Entry is free ...