By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sony Music's Terrapin Station Entertainment subsidiary has secured a collective partnership with nine Major League Soccer teams for its Terrapin Station Sports division. Terrapin Station Entertainment is an artist management and tour production company with expertise in management, sports facility consulting, brand experiences, family … [Read more...] about Major League Soccer Stadiums Ink Concert Deal With Terrapin Station
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Who’s News: Wasserman Music Appoints Jason Roth as VP of Communications
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterWasserman Music has hired Jason Roth as the company's new VP of Communications.“Jason’s breadth of communications experience with music-related brands, technology, and artists will be invaluable for the strategic development and messaging of Wasserman Music’s growth on a global scale," said Wasserman CMO, Lori Beth Feldman. "He is a tremendous … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Music Appoints Jason Roth as VP of Communications
Who’s News: Bravado Adds Bench Strength to Executive Leadership Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Universal Music Group’s Bravado division has added several new key members to its executive leadership team. The new appointments include (clockwise starting from the left, above) Alyssa Tobias as VP of creative services, Keith Taperell as VP of global brand partnerships and energy marketing, Kim Youngberg as head of legal, and Bill … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bravado Adds Bench Strength to Executive Leadership Team
My Little Pony Releases Hoof-Tappin’ Music Video and EP
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro's eOne studio has released a new music video and EP for the My Little Pony brand to promote its upcoming Netflix content. The Bridlewoodstock EP includes five new songs from the Netflix series My Little Pony: Make Your Mark, My Little Pony: Tell your Tale, and the upcoming music festival-themed special, Bridlewoodstock. The … [Read more...] about My Little Pony Releases Hoof-Tappin’ Music Video and EP
CNN Reports Queen’s Music Catalog to Sell For Over $1 Billion
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief CNN is reporting that the music catalog from the British rock band Queen could sell for more than $1 billion this month. If true, that would be the highest amount ever paid for a music catalog, more than doubling the record $500 million paid to New Jersey rocker Bruce Springsteen. CNN quotes an unnamed source who says negotiations are … [Read more...] about CNN Reports Queen’s Music Catalog to Sell For Over $1 Billion
Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The rapper, singer and businessman Ja Rule has been booked to headline the 2023 Licensing Expo's Opening Night Party. Ja Rule, aka Jeffrey Bruce Atkins Sr., released his first solo album, Venni Vetti Vecci, in 1999. Since his initial solo debut, Ja Rule has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. "Ja Rule has a distinctive style … [Read more...] about Ja Rule to Headline Licensing Expo Opening Night Party
Kidz Bop Partners With Audible to Tell Tour Bus Tales
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter KIDZ BOP has partnered with Audible to develop an original audio series called KIDZ BOP Never Stop: The Tour Bus Adventures. KIDZ BOP is a family-friendly music brand that features pop song covers and original music that is sung by children. The KIDZ BOP brand encompasses multiple albums, music videos, licensed consumer products and live … [Read more...] about Kidz Bop Partners With Audible to Tell Tour Bus Tales
Who’s News: Kidrobot Creator, Legendary Artist Frank Kozik Passes Away at 61
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sad news for musicians, art fans and the licensing industry as legendary artist and Kidrobot creative force Frank Kozik passed away unexpectedly on May 6. The announcement came from a saddened Joel Weinshanker, the CEO of Ad Populum, which owns the pop art firm Kidrobot. “Words escape how we felt about Frank," Weinshanker said. … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Kidrobot Creator, Legendary Artist Frank Kozik Passes Away at 61
American Idol Enjoys Royal Branding With King Charles Surprise Cameo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief American Idol fans got a royal surprise Sunday when King Charles and Queen Camilla took a break from coronation festivities to drop by the set. The royal couple appeared on the show's live stream, visiting judges Lionel Richie and Katy Perry, shortly after the two acclaimed singers performed at the coronation concert. Richie appeared to be … [Read more...] about American Idol Enjoys Royal Branding With King Charles Surprise Cameo
Poetic Brands Set To Develop Snoop Dogg Apparel With Crooks & Castles
By Allison Watkinson TLL ReporterPoetic Brands has secured a pan-European license for Snoop Dogg and Death Row Records apparel and accessories in partnership with Crooks & Castles.Founded in 2002 by Dennis Calvero and Robert Panlilio, Crooks & Castles is a lifestyle brand that provides apparel and accessories inspired by Los Angeles streetwear and personal success. “I … [Read more...] about Poetic Brands Set To Develop Snoop Dogg Apparel With Crooks & Castles