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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

Poetic Brands Set To Develop Snoop Dogg Apparel With Crooks & Castles

By Allison Watkinson TLL ReporterPoetic Brands has secured a pan-European license for Snoop Dogg and Death Row Records apparel and accessories in partnership with Crooks & Castles.Founded in 2002 by Dennis Calvero and Robert Panlilio, Crooks & Castles is a lifestyle brand that provides apparel and accessories inspired by Los Angeles streetwear and personal success. “I … [Read more...] about Poetic Brands Set To Develop Snoop Dogg Apparel With Crooks & Castles

Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Corus Entertainment's Nelvana and Baeumler Productions have partnered to launch a licensed merchandise line called 43°N by Bryan Baeumler. Bryan Baeumler is a contractor, entrepreneur and host of HGTV Canada series, including Island of Bryan, Renovation Resort, House of Bryan, Leave it to Bryan, Bryan Inc. and Disaster DIY. "Through … [Read more...] about Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler

Film Licensing: Hard Rock Lets Fan ‘Live Like John Wick’ in Lionsgate Collab

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Guests at Hard Rock properties will get a glimpse into John Wick's lavish underworld through a partnership with Lionsgate studio. Hard Rock International announced the promotional partnership with Lionsgate, the studio behind the shoot 'em up thriller franchise John Wick, to celebrate the fourth installment in the series: John Wick: … [Read more...] about Film Licensing: Hard Rock Lets Fan ‘Live Like John Wick’ in Lionsgate Collab

Snoop Dogg Signs Deal For Internationally Licensed Cannabis Brand

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Photo of Snoop Dogg by Eva Rinaldi The weed-loving rapper Snoop Dogg has just signed a deal for branded cannabis product with the Canadian producer Atlas Global Brands. “Snoop Dogg is one of the most iconic figures in cannabis culture and it’s an honour to collaborate with him,” said Atlas Global CEO Bernie Yeung. “Consumers love … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg Signs Deal For Internationally Licensed Cannabis Brand

Celebrity Licensing: LMI Building on Laurel & Hardy’s Legacy of Laughter

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The first Laurel and Hardy film debuted in 1927, and almost a century later, the comedians still bring laughter to millions of people around the world. While the Laurel & Hardy shorts were recorded in grainy black and white film, today the comedic pieces that defined slapstick comedy are viewed millions of times on modern streaming … [Read more...] about Celebrity Licensing: LMI Building on Laurel & Hardy’s Legacy of Laughter

Corus Debuts New Kids Series Based on Property Brothers

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Corus Entertainment is debuting a new, animated childrens' series inspired by the Property Brothers home improvement franchise. The original 3D-animated series, Builder Brothers Dream Factory, will feature child characters inspired by the reality TV hosts Drew and Jonathan Scott, also known as the Property Brothers. Drew and Jonathan … [Read more...] about Corus Debuts New Kids Series Based on Property Brothers

Black Tie and Sneaker Ball Announced for 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Event

50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Launches “Hip Hop Is Black History” Pop-Up at City Point, Brooklyn Feb. 24-26 By Gary Symons Editor in Chief Bust out your best sneakers, as music icon Ice-T hosts a special event for the upcoming Hip Hop Is Black History Event. Billed as the Black Tie and Sneaker Ball, the event will be held during the three-day pop-up art installation … [Read more...] about Black Tie and Sneaker Ball Announced for 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop Event

Hip Hop Exhibit Popping Up in NYC for Black History Month

An exhibit on the history of Hip Hop will be popping up February 25-26 in New York City as part of Black History Month. Black History Month in February also marks six months until the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop in August 2023. “HIP HOP IS BLACK HISTORY” is a special pop up exhibit running from February 25-26 at Brooklyn Studios at City Point that will honor Hip Hop … [Read more...] about Hip Hop Exhibit Popping Up in NYC for Black History Month

Coca-Cola Releases New Flavor in Partnership with Pop Star Rosalia

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Soft drink giant Coca-Cola is releasing a new limited edition flavor called Coca-Cola Move, in collaboration with Grammy-award winning singer Rosalía. The release of Move follows other, similar limited edition launches including Starlight, Byte and Dreamworld. Unlike earlier flavors based on Coke, Move and its predecessors don't have a … [Read more...] about Coca-Cola Releases New Flavor in Partnership with Pop Star Rosalia