By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterWasserman Music has hired Andrew Buck, Shanae Dennis, Andrew Morgan and Ryan Sorok to its global team of agents and career strategists.The new hires are intended to expand the company’s footprint in the pop, rock, indie, Latin, and dance/electronic genres. “We’re thrilled to welcome this outstanding group of respected agents and industry movers … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Appoints Four New Agents
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Kartoon Studios Celebrates Bee and Puppycat’s 10th Anniversary
By Allison Watkinson TLL ReporterKartoon Studios is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Frederator Networks’ Bee and PuppyCat animated franchise with new music and licensed products. Created by Natasha Allegri, Bee and Puppycat initially premiered as an animated pilot on Frederator Networks’ Cartoon Hangover YouTube channel back in 2013. The show was greenlit for a full season … [Read more...] about Kartoon Studios Celebrates Bee and Puppycat’s 10th Anniversary
Think Pink: Barbie Soundtrack Tops the Spotify Playlist
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mattel's Barbie isn't just taking over the box office; she's taking over the Spotify music charts as well. The film Barbie has become a licensing phenomenon, with some observers estimating the film and doll franchise has lined up some 600 licenses this year. Among them is the Barbie soundtrack, a critically acclaimed collection featuring … [Read more...] about Think Pink: Barbie Soundtrack Tops the Spotify Playlist
Analysis: What’s Driving the Big Deal Between TikTok and Warner Music?
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Warner Music Group has announced what it calls a "first-of-its-kind" partnership, expanding its relationship with TikTok. Warner Music says the deal will result in TikTok getting access to a multi-year, multi-product license for the entire repetoire of music from Warner Recorded Music and Warner Chappell Music. Warner says the deal will … [Read more...] about Analysis: What’s Driving the Big Deal Between TikTok and Warner Music?
Major League Soccer Stadiums Ink Concert Deal With Terrapin Station
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sony Music's Terrapin Station Entertainment subsidiary has secured a collective partnership with nine Major League Soccer teams for its Terrapin Station Sports division. Terrapin Station Entertainment is an artist management and tour production company with expertise in management, sports facility consulting, brand experiences, family … [Read more...] about Major League Soccer Stadiums Ink Concert Deal With Terrapin Station
Who’s News: Wasserman Music Appoints Jason Roth as VP of Communications
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterWasserman Music has hired Jason Roth as the company's new VP of Communications.“Jason’s breadth of communications experience with music-related brands, technology, and artists will be invaluable for the strategic development and messaging of Wasserman Music’s growth on a global scale," said Wasserman CMO, Lori Beth Feldman. "He is a tremendous … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Appoints Jason Roth as VP of Communications
Who’s News: Bravado Adds Bench Strength to Executive Leadership Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Universal Music Group’s Bravado division has added several new key members to its executive leadership team. The new appointments include (clockwise starting from the left, above) Alyssa Tobias as VP of creative services, Keith Taperell as VP of global brand partnerships and energy marketing, Kim Youngberg as head of legal, and Bill … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bravado Adds Bench Strength to Executive Leadership Team
My Little Pony Releases Hoof-Tappin’ Music Video and EP
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro's eOne studio has released a new music video and EP for the My Little Pony brand to promote its upcoming Netflix content. The Bridlewoodstock EP includes five new songs from the Netflix series My Little Pony: Make Your Mark, My Little Pony: Tell your Tale, and the upcoming music festival-themed special, Bridlewoodstock. The … [Read more...] about My Little Pony Releases Hoof-Tappin’ Music Video and EP
CNN Reports Queen’s Music Catalog to Sell For Over $1 Billion
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief CNN is reporting that the music catalog from the British rock band Queen could sell for more than $1 billion this month. If true, that would be the highest amount ever paid for a music catalog, more than doubling the record $500 million paid to New Jersey rocker Bruce Springsteen. CNN quotes an unnamed source who says negotiations are … [Read more...] about CNN Reports Queen’s Music Catalog to Sell For Over $1 Billion
Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The rapper, singer and businessman Ja Rule has been booked to headline the 2023 Licensing Expo's Opening Night Party. Ja Rule, aka Jeffrey Bruce Atkins Sr., released his first solo album, Venni Vetti Vecci, in 1999. Since his initial solo debut, Ja Rule has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. "Ja Rule has a distinctive style … [Read more...] about Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party