Sellout: The Major-Label Feeding Frenzy That Swept Punk, Emo, and Hardcore (1994–2007)

by Dan Ozzi

Thursday’s deal with Island benefited Brummel financially as well. Victory pocketed around $1.2 million, Rickly says, assuring Thursday would have a hefty bill to recoup with Island Def Jam before seeing much of a profit themselves.