By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Represent has launched a licensing partnership with Guns N’ Roses to release a collaborative capsule collection inspired by the rock band. Designed for Guns N' Roses 2025 European tour, the collection combines motifs from the band's history with Represent's vintage fashion aesthetic. The full range features 7 licensed products … [Read more...] about Represent Rocks On with Guns N’ Roses Apparel
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Monster High Fright Song Gets Glam Remake From Katseye
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel has partnered with the Katseye girl group for a musical Monster High collaboration and custom doll promotion. The Monster High collaboration offers an updated version of the brand's Fright Song anthem by Katseye, along with a licensed music video that features each member's monster personas. Katseye's new version of the … [Read more...] about Monster High Fright Song Gets Glam Remake From Katseye
Global Merchandising Services Brings Backstreet Boys Back to Licensing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Global Merchandising Services has signed a slate of new licensing partners to promote the Backstreet Boys' Las Vegas Sphere residency. “This residency at Sphere is the start of a bold new chapter for us,” said the Backstreet Boys. “We’re incredibly grateful to work with Global Merchandising and all of these amazing partners who share our … [Read more...] about Global Merchandising Services Brings Backstreet Boys Back to Licensing
The Royal Mint Brings the Metal with Iron Maiden
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Royal Mint has partnered with Iron Maiden for licensed commemorative coins that celebrate the heavy metal band's 50th anniversary. The licensed coins were created for The Royal Mint's Music Legends series by contemporary artist and Iron Maiden fan, Albert Akirant Quirantes. "Designing the Iron Maiden coin has been one of the … [Read more...] about The Royal Mint Brings the Metal with Iron Maiden
Who’s News: Wasserman Music Expands Artist Services With Key Hires
Left to right in photo: New Wasserman Music executives Emily Kennedy (Vice President, Business Development, Pop), Michael Delle Donne (Vice President, Digital Partnerships), and Lydia Barry (Vice President, Marketing & Communications). TLL Staff Wasserman Music has announced the addition of three senior executives to its expanding Artist Services team. Wasserman says … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Expands Artist Services With Key Hires
Selfridges Celebrates Black Sabbath with In-Store Experience
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Selfridges has partnered with Black Sabbath and Bravado for a licensed fan experience inspired by the band's final UK show. Designed to celebrate Black Sabbath's upcoming Birmingham show, Back To The Beginning, the immersive fan experience will offer merchandise, live mural artwork, themed decorations, photo opportunities and more. Open … [Read more...] about Selfridges Celebrates Black Sabbath with In-Store Experience
Taylor Swift Reclaims Ownership of Her First Six Albums
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Taylor Swift has officially regained ownership of the master recordings of her first six albums, marking the end of a lengthy dispute over the rights to her early music. Swift announced the acquisition on her official website, calling it a long-awaited resolution. “All of the music I've ever made now belongs to me,” she wrote, describing … [Read more...] about Taylor Swift Reclaims Ownership of Her First Six Albums
Global Merchandising Services Expands Ozzy Osbourne Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Global Merchandising Services has signed a roster of new licensing partners for Ozzy Osbourne ahead of the rockstar's farewell concert. The expanded licensing program will support the lead-up to the upcoming all-day music show, Back to the Beginning, which will take place on July 5 in Birmingham, UK. Osbourne's farewell concert will … [Read more...] about Global Merchandising Services Expands Ozzy Osbourne Licensing Program
Chordal Launches InstantClear to Streamline Music Licensing
TLL Staff The music rights tech company Chordal has introduced InstantClear, a pre-cleared music licensing system designed to simplify and scale the commercial music industry’s licensing process. The system, which utilizes patent-pending technology, aims to provide a more efficient solution for securing legal, financial, and creative rights to fractionally owned songs. “With … [Read more...] about Chordal Launches InstantClear to Streamline Music Licensing
Who’s News: Wasserman Music Adds Five New Executives to Its Global Roster
TLL Staff The global music agency Wasserman Music hired five key executives this month to further expand its client service offerings worldwide. Vince Amoroso joins Wasserman Music as SVP, Artist Services, Sharmaine Akhigbe joins as VP, Brand Partnerships, Karina Gonzalez joins as VP, Festivals, Georgia McGurk joins as VP, Event Strategy & Hospitality, and Yasi Agahnia … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Adds Five New Executives to Its Global Roster