Case Could Help Other Artists Prevent Politicians From Using Their Music Without Permission By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Presidential candidate Donald Trump lost his legal battle with singer Eddy Grant over his campaign's use of the 1983 hit song Electric Avenue. The conflict dates back to the 2020 presidential campaign, which Trump lost to current US President Joe … [Read more...] about Trump Loses Copyright Battle Over Use of Song ‘Electric Avenue’
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Fender Appoints Global Merchandising to Expand its Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fender Musical Instruments has appointed Global Merchandising Services as its new international licensing agent. Global Merchandising Services will operate as Fender's exclusive licensing agent for the UK and EMEA, as well as serving as a non-exclusive agent for additional regions across the globe. As its new licensing representative, Global … [Read more...] about Fender Appoints Global Merchandising to Expand its Licensing Program
Bravado: Building Lasting Relationships in the Music Licensing Sector
The TLL Interview with Keith Tapperell, Bravado’s Vice-President of Licensing By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If there’s one person in the licensing world who ignites jealousy in my soul, and whose job I would steal in a heartbeat, it’s Keith Tapperell, the VP of Licensing at Bravado. In that position, Tapperell (pictured above) works with the top music artists in … [Read more...] about Bravado: Building Lasting Relationships in the Music Licensing Sector
Judge Orders Trump to Stop Using Isaac Hayes’ Song At His Rallies
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The estate of music legend Isaac Hayes won an initial victory in court, as an Atlanta judge ordered the Trump campaign to stop using the song Hold On, I'm Comin' at its events. The order came about as the result of an emergency injunction hearing in Atlanta federal court on Tuesday. The Hayes estate, headed by son Isaac Hayes III, asked the … [Read more...] about Judge Orders Trump to Stop Using Isaac Hayes’ Song At His Rallies
Copyright Law: Beyoncé Blocks Trump Campaign From Use of Song ‘Freedom’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Beyoncé has blocked Donald Trump from using her song "Freedom," after the song was used for a Trump campaign video on social media. The singer-songwriter previously agreed to the use of "Freedom" for the opposing Kamala Harris campaign, where it has become essentially the theme song for the Democratic Party for the 2024 presidential … [Read more...] about Copyright Law: Beyoncé Blocks Trump Campaign From Use of Song ‘Freedom’
Isaac Hayes Estate Suing Trump For Unauthorized Use of Hit Song
“Never, Never Use That Song Again” Says Son Isaac Hayes III By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The estate of music legend Isaac Hayes plans to sue the Donald Trump campaign for unauthorized use of the song 'Hold On, I'm Coming'. The family threatened a $3 million lawsuit over the weekend, saying the presidential nominee for the GOP and his lawyers have ignored previous … [Read more...] about Isaac Hayes Estate Suing Trump For Unauthorized Use of Hit Song
Bacardí and Camila Cabello Party On With Sugarcane Vinyl Record
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bacardí has launched a collaboration with Camila Cabello to create a limited-edition bioplastic vinyl derived from sugarcane to promote her new album C,XOXO. Available for pre-sale exclusively on Bacardí's website, the new Camila Cabello sugarcane vinyl features the artist's new single, I LUV IT, that was used as the soundtrack to a recent … [Read more...] about Bacardí and Camila Cabello Party On With Sugarcane Vinyl Record
Who’s News: Wasserman Music Announces Three New Strategic Hires
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wasserman Music has announced three new strategic hires to expand its client service offerings around the world. The three hires include Jenn Rilloraza as the new LA-based manager for brand partnerships, Oskar Muller as the Chicago-based director of pricing & ticketing, and Adam Clements as the London-based manager of tour … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Announces Three New Strategic Hires
Who’s News: Bravado Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bravado, the merchandising and brand management division of Universal Music Group, has unveiled a new leadership structure for strategic growth. Bravado says the new leadership structure "aims to super serve Bravado’s roster of artists and brands and to continue to support the ever-growing company." Changes at Bravado will also … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bravado Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
Who’s News: Scooter Braun Retires From Talent Management
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The famous but controversial talent manager Scooter Braun has officially announced he is leaving the business. The announcement of a "retirement" may be overstating the case, however, as Braun is continuing to work as the CEO at HYBE America, a company to which he sold his own Ithaca Holdings in 2021. Braun issued a statement saying he is … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Scooter Braun Retires From Talent Management