By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter KIDZ BOP has appointed Bulldog Licensing as its official UK licensing agency, starting at Brand Licensing Europe. KIDZ BOP is a global family music brand that records covers of popular songs sung by kids, for kids. Since its creation in the US in 2001, the KIDZ BOP brand has sold over 23 million albums and generated over 8 billion … [Read more...] about KIDZ BOP Appoints Bulldog As UK Licensing Agency
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Warner Music Investigating Subsidiary’s Actions in Russia
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Warner Music is investigating allegations that one of its subsidiaries continued to operate in Russia after the company suspended its operations. Those allegations were made in an exclusive investigative report by The Guardian newspaper. According to the report, at least one executive at the Warner subsidiary ADA Russia "... continued to try … [Read more...] about Warner Music Investigating Subsidiary’s Actions in Russia
Fashion Licensing: Popeye and Olive Oyl Hit the Milan Catwalk
King Features and fashion partner Iceberg unveiled the retail launch of a new capsule collection in the Italian fashion capital of Milan. The collaborators say the first collection was unveiled during Fashion Week with an innovative marketing campaign in Milan, Berlin, New York and Paris. This latest collection is also getting the star treatment with its Milan launch. The … [Read more...] about Fashion Licensing: Popeye and Olive Oyl Hit the Milan Catwalk
Care Bears, JimmyPaul Create a Cotton Candy Confection of a Dress for BLE
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Care Bears is not a brand typically linked to the world of haute couture, but that changed this week. Cloudco Entertainment, owner of the durably beloved Care Bears brand, has partnered on the release of a limited-edition 40th anniversary couture dress by renowned fashion brand JimmyPaul. “We are honored JimmyPaul and Difuzed chose to … [Read more...] about Care Bears, JimmyPaul Create a Cotton Candy Confection of a Dress for BLE
Winners Announced for Licensing Awards in the UK
The winners of this year's Licensing Awards were announced in London, after a tribute to honor the late Queen Elizabeth II. The event at the Great Room at the Grosvenor House Hotel fell silent at the beginning of the award show, as the assembled guests observed a minute of silence for the Queen, who passed away at the age of 96. “While the news about The Queen was not … [Read more...] about Winners Announced for Licensing Awards in the UK
WildBrain To Represent ZAG’s Ghostforce in GAS Region
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The animation studio, ZAG has appointed WildBrain CPLG to represent its newest licensed property, ZAG HEROEZ Ghostforce. WildBrain CPLG is an industry-leading entertainment, sports, and brand licensing agency. The agency is a part of WildBrain Ltd., a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment. With more than 45 years of experience in … [Read more...] about WildBrain To Represent ZAG’s Ghostforce in GAS Region
Special Report: What the Taiwan Crisis Means For Licensing
Licensing Faces an Existential Threat As Tensions Grow Between China and the West By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Main Takeaways COVID-19 pandemic and Russian Invasion of Ukraine have revealed fragility of global trade arrangements China’s aggression toward Taiwan—a US ally—is creating insecurity for companies relying on Chinese manufacturing Licensing … [Read more...] about Special Report: What the Taiwan Crisis Means For Licensing
Toxic Waste Signs Two Licensees for Hazardously Sour Candy
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The independent licensing agency, Caroline Mickler Limited, has signed two new licensees for candy brand Toxic Waste. Both licenses are for the brand's Hazardously Sour Candy. These two new licenses include a frozen treat and drink product line by CRC Innovations, as well as a line of plush and accessories by pop-culture brand, Heathside … [Read more...] about Toxic Waste Signs Two Licensees for Hazardously Sour Candy
Automotive Licensing: VP Racing Revs Up European Licensing Program With Kustom Yard
VP Racing Fuels added some horsepower to its licensing efforts in Europe, signing a deal with apparel company Kustom Yard. VP Racing Fuels is a global leader in performance fuels, lubricants, and additives, and has successfully licensed its brand in several lifestyle categories. Its Mad Scientist brand (seen in photo at top) has become a well-known image for those who feel the … [Read more...] about Automotive Licensing: VP Racing Revs Up European Licensing Program With Kustom Yard
Commentary: Russia Reopens Former Starbucks Outlets With Familiar Logo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It wasn't just Ukraine that was invaded by Russia in February, as Western brands exited the country only to see their former outlets and factories taken over by local operators. The latest 'invasion' saw a Russian restauranteur and a local rapper unveiling Russia's new 'Stars Coffee' franchise last Thursday, under an awfully familiar logo. The … [Read more...] about Commentary: Russia Reopens Former Starbucks Outlets With Familiar Logo