By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Roots of Fight is putting out a new apparel capsule collection inspired by a documentary and album release from the late James Brown. The collection from the high-end streetwear clothier Roots of Fight is being launched in collaboration with the James Brown Estate and licensing agency Perryscope Productions. The launch is timed for the just … [Read more...] about “Godfather of Soul” James Brown Celebrated With New Apparel Collection
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Warner Music Releases Licensed Soundtrack Album From Alma’s Way
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fred Rogers Productions and Warner Music Group’s Arts Music division have launched a licensed soundtrack album for the animated children's series, Alma's Way. “I'm thrilled to continue our partnership with Fred Rogers Productions with the release of these great songs from It's Alma's Way! through Arts Music,” said Warner Music Group … [Read more...] about Warner Music Releases Licensed Soundtrack Album From Alma’s Way
Bravado Marks 60th Anniversary of The Beatle’s First US Tour
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Arguably the most influential rock band of all time, The Beatles turned 64 this year, and also mark the 60th anniversary of their epic first US tour. And yes, the world will still need them, and still feed them, as they're 64. In fact, the leading music artist merchandise and brand management company Bravado will be working with Apple … [Read more...] about Bravado Marks 60th Anniversary of The Beatle’s First US Tour
Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group just dropped a bomb on TikTok, saying it will back out of its music licensing agreement with the social media giant. The music publisher, one of the global 'Big Three' that dominates the industry, says it will remove all songs from TikTok, accusing the company of trying to bully them into taking a bad deal over … [Read more...] about Must Read: Universal Music Calls Time Out on TikTok Agreement
‘Rock Star Baker’ Dolly Parton Enters Expanded Licensing Deal With Duncan Hines
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Acclaimed musician and entrepeneur Dolly Parton has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Conagra Brands for an expanded collection of Duncan Hines’ food products. The new line of Dolly Parton x Duncan Hines products will include a range of frozen, refrigerated, grocery and snack items inspired by Southern comfort … [Read more...] about ‘Rock Star Baker’ Dolly Parton Enters Expanded Licensing Deal With Duncan Hines
Universal Music Places Big Bet on A Musical Metaverse
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group has just launched a massive new metaverse project on Roblox, in partnership with virtual world developer Supersocial. The two companies collaborated on the creation of Beat Galaxy, which they describe as "an innovative new music hub on Roblox, the immersive platform for communication and connection." In doing … [Read more...] about Universal Music Places Big Bet on A Musical Metaverse
KIDZ BOP Inks Exclusive Licensing Deal With IHL Group
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The KIDZ BOP music brand has secured a master licensing partnership with the IHL Group for a themed apparel collection.The licensed children's apparel line will include products such as activewear, sleepwear and loungewear inspired by KIDZ BOP pop star fashion. KIDZ BOP plans to support the licensing collaboration with several prominent … [Read more...] about KIDZ BOP Inks Exclusive Licensing Deal With IHL Group
A Goodbye Kiss Heralds the Arrival of Kiss Virtual Avatars
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The venerable glam rock band Kiss has played their final concert, but announced the band will live on indefinitely as digitized avatars. The quartet that rose from New York City decades ago returned home to play their final live concerts over the weekend at Madison Square Garden, capping a half-century of rocking all night and … [Read more...] about A Goodbye Kiss Heralds the Arrival of Kiss Virtual Avatars
Branding Flashback: Morton Salt’s Brilliant Collab on Mindbending OK Go Video
By Gary SymonsTLL Editor in ChiefSometimes brands come up with collaborations that are just so memorable people will gladly come back to it years after the partnership is ended. That's the case for me with Morton Salt's amazing collaboration with the innovative rock band and music video producer OK Go. The band is known for their fantastical, tightly choreographed videos, … [Read more...] about Branding Flashback: Morton Salt’s Brilliant Collab on Mindbending OK Go Video
Two Major Advances in Generative Music AI Announced by YouTube and Grimes
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Artificial intelligence is turning the licensing world on its head, and this week saw major announcements from YouTube and the artist Grimes. The Google-owned YouTube streaming service has licensed the voices of John Legend and Sia for AI-created soundtracks, while Grimes' company Create Safe is creating a new tool for publishing and … [Read more...] about Two Major Advances in Generative Music AI Announced by YouTube and Grimes