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
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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
Guess Who Founders Sue Former Bandmates for ‘Fake BS Shows’
By Gary Symons The Guess Who, one of the great bands from the 1970s, is embroiled in a lawsuit between four of the original members. Guess Who founding members Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman, who wrote most of the music, are suing their former band mates Jim Kale and Garry Peterson, as well as the rest of the current lineup of The Guess Who. The two musicians accuse the … [Read more...] about Guess Who Founders Sue Former Bandmates for ‘Fake BS Shows’
Wurlitzer and Sound Leisure Join in a Harmonious Jukebox Partnership
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Music fans who love the retro sound of vinyl records, may want to look at the ultimate in music nostalgia from Wurlitzer. The venerable music company has partnered with Sound Leisure to bring jukeboxes back in a move that combines the timeless design from one, with the advanced engineering of the other. “Our shared passion for … [Read more...] about Wurlitzer and Sound Leisure Join in a Harmonious Jukebox Partnership
Disney Celebrates Centennial With New TikTok Destination
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Disney is 100 years young, and is celebrating its centennial hanging out with the cool kids on TikTok. Starting Oct. 16, The Walt Disney Company unveiled a first-of-its-kind destination within TikTok that invites Disney fans to a unique interactive experience where stories, magic, and memories come together. "For more than 100 … [Read more...] about Disney Celebrates Centennial With New TikTok Destination
Update: Angry Shareholders Vote to Restructure Hipgnosis Song Fund
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The future of Hipgnosis Songs fund is looking bleak, as 83.2% of shareholders voted to restructure the company. As well, investors rejected a proposal by the company's senior management, including CEO Merck Mercuridadis, to prop up its finances by selling off $440 million worth of its music catalog to a sister fund backed by … [Read more...] about Update: Angry Shareholders Vote to Restructure Hipgnosis Song Fund
Who’s News: Seeker Music Appoints Dan Stuart as General Counsel
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Seeker Music has appointed music and talent industry professional Dan Stuart to the position of general counsel. “I’ve known Dan for almost 20 years and what I’ve known about Dan since the day I met him is how smart, dedicated, passionate, authentic, and well-respected he is," said Seeker Music CEO, Evan Bogart. "He is one of the best in … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Seeker Music Appoints Dan Stuart as General Counsel
Gibson Launches Limited-Edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass Worldwide
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterGibson has launched a limited-edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass guitar as part of its long-standing partnership with the rock and roll icon. Gene Simmons is best-known as the bassist and co-lead singer of the hard rock band KISS. Gene Simmons performed on all 20 of the band's studio albums and he has also produced two solo albums. Simmons rose to … [Read more...] about Gibson Launches Limited-Edition Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass Worldwide
Litmus Music Enters Into Nine Figure Deal With Katy Perry
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Photo by Joella Marano The American pop singer/songwriter Katy Perry has just inked a deal with Litmus Music for her music catalog worth a reported $225 million. The music rights company announced it has entered into a "creative partnership" with the pop superstar that includes the rights to all five of Perry's studio albums … [Read more...] about Litmus Music Enters Into Nine Figure Deal With Katy Perry
Holy Live Symphony, Batman! TCG Stages Batman-Inspired Concert
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a treat for your big pointy ears, TCG Entertainment is bringing the soundtrack from the 1989 Batman film to symphony halls around the world. The concert will celebrate the 35th anniversary of the blockbuster film, and will include the entirety of Danny Elfman's soundtrack for the film. “Hot on the heels of our success with our … [Read more...] about Holy Live Symphony, Batman! TCG Stages Batman-Inspired Concert