By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global sports, music, and entertainment company Wasserman has announced the promotion of Lee Anderson to President of Wasserman’s music division. Anderson is a founding member of Wasserman Music’s executive leadership team, and played a pivotal role in establishing the agency when it launched in 2021. The company says Anderson was a … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Lee Anderson Promoted to President of Wasserman Music
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NSB and Yuzu Dating App Announce New Licensing Relationship
By TLL Staff Match Group’s Yuzu social app has signed a licensing partnership with the Asian-American music and online entertainment group, North Star Boys (NSB). Available on the iOS store, Yuzu is a social media and dating app that provides a platform for the Asian diaspora community to connect through shared values and interests. The Yuzu and NSB partnership will … [Read more...] about NSB and Yuzu Dating App Announce New Licensing Relationship
Who’s News: Rockstar Licensing Exec Lisa Streff Joins Global Merchandising
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Global Merchandising Services just made a key appointment, hiring music licensing veteran Lisa Streff as SVP of Licensing and Brand Development for North America. Streff is considered a rockstar in the music licensing industry, having worked with many of the world's top acts. Streff was previously the SVP of Global Licensing and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Rockstar Licensing Exec Lisa Streff Joins Global Merchandising
Must Read: Supreme Court Rules Against Warner Music in Copyright Case
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Photo by Sunira Moses The US Supreme Court found there is no time limit for damages in copyright cases, ruling against Warner Music in a precedent-setting lawsuit. The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of Miami-based music producer Sherman Nealy, who became embroiled in a legal battle with Warner Music over a song by the popular … [Read more...] about Must Read: Supreme Court Rules Against Warner Music in Copyright Case
Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group has just signed a new, multi-dimensional licensing agreement that will see its artists return to the TikTok platform. UMG says the new deal will deliver "significant industry-leading benefits for UMG’s global family of artists, songwriters and labels and will return their music to TikTok’s billion-plus global … [Read more...] about Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
Peppa Pig Covers Katy Perry Hit Song ‘Roar’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toy and play giant Hasbro has just released a new cover of Katy Perry's monster hit "Roar" by the Queen of Preschool herself, Peppa Pig. In return, Katy Perry has released a cover of Peppa Pig's big hit, "Oink." (Okay, we just made that up, but wouldn't that be great?) Peppa Pig's music video and the song track are now available to … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig Covers Katy Perry Hit Song ‘Roar’
Virtual Concert Company Pophouse Acquires Rights to Kiss
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The virtual concert tech company Pophouse has concluded an historic copyright agreement with the legendary rock band Kiss. The agreement follows a partnership that saw the band unveil their own Pophouse-created avatars at the end of their farewell concert in New York City in December last year. The quartet that rose from New York City … [Read more...] about Virtual Concert Company Pophouse Acquires Rights to Kiss
Watch ASCAP’s Video Doc on AI and Music For Free
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you'd like to learn more about how the music industry is responding to the challenges and opportunities of AI, check out the new documentary from ASCAP. The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has just released a documentary on YouTube on their 2023 ASCAP Lab Music and AI Challenge. Prelude in AI Major: Crafting a … [Read more...] about Watch ASCAP’s Video Doc on AI and Music For Free
Donna Summer’s Widower Sues Kanye West for ‘Stealing’ Hit Song
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The estate of the late disco queen Donna Summer is suing Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign, alleging they used her song I Feel Love without permission. The suit is being brought by Summer's widower Bruce Sudano, who is also the executor of her estate. Filed in California on Tuesday, the lawsuit alleges West and Ty initially asked for permission … [Read more...] about Donna Summer’s Widower Sues Kanye West for ‘Stealing’ Hit Song
Perpetual Licensing Spreads Peace with Yogapalooza Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BKI Corp has appointed Perpetual Licensing as the exclusive licensing agency for its Yogapalooza childrens' wellness brand.Yogapalooza is an educational entertainment brand that focuses on yoga and music videos for children and families that feature original songs, animations and characters that are geared towards young kids.The brand … [Read more...] about Perpetual Licensing Spreads Peace with Yogapalooza Licensing Program