By TLL Staff Match Group’s Yuzu social app has signed a licensing partnership with the Asian-American music and online entertainment group, North Star Boys (NSB). Available on the iOS store, Yuzu is a social media and dating app that provides a platform for the Asian diaspora community to connect through shared values and interests. The Yuzu and NSB partnership will … [Read more...] about NSB and Yuzu Dating App Announce New Licensing Relationship
Music Licensing
Licensing Roundup: Bravado Gets Stoned, BOSS Bends It Like Beckham
TLL Staff With Licensing Expo in full swing, it's a crazy busy week for licensing deals. Bravado has announced three new deals for three of the most iconic names in modern music; Volkswagen has signed on a new licensing agency, David Beckham is teaming up with Hugo Boss; Jazwares is playing with a giant, homicidal bunny rabbit, and we cover Paris Hilton's puppy … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Bravado Gets Stoned, BOSS Bends It Like Beckham
Who’s News: Rockstar Licensing Exec Lisa Streff Joins Global Merchandising
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Global Merchandising Services just made a key appointment, hiring music licensing veteran Lisa Streff as SVP of Licensing and Brand Development for North America. Streff is considered a rockstar in the music licensing industry, having worked with many of the world's top acts. Streff was previously the SVP of Global Licensing and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Rockstar Licensing Exec Lisa Streff Joins Global Merchandising
Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group has just signed a new, multi-dimensional licensing agreement that will see its artists return to the TikTok platform. UMG says the new deal will deliver "significant industry-leading benefits for UMG’s global family of artists, songwriters and labels and will return their music to TikTok’s billion-plus global … [Read more...] about Artists Return to Platform As Universal Signs TikTok Truce
Peppa Pig Covers Katy Perry Hit Song ‘Roar’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toy and play giant Hasbro has just released a new cover of Katy Perry's monster hit "Roar" by the Queen of Preschool herself, Peppa Pig. In return, Katy Perry has released a cover of Peppa Pig's big hit, "Oink." (Okay, we just made that up, but wouldn't that be great?) Peppa Pig's music video and the song track are now available to … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig Covers Katy Perry Hit Song ‘Roar’
Watch ASCAP’s Video Doc on AI and Music For Free
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you'd like to learn more about how the music industry is responding to the challenges and opportunities of AI, check out the new documentary from ASCAP. The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has just released a documentary on YouTube on their 2023 ASCAP Lab Music and AI Challenge. Prelude in AI Major: Crafting a … [Read more...] about Watch ASCAP’s Video Doc on AI and Music For Free
Donna Summer’s Widower Sues Kanye West for ‘Stealing’ Hit Song
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The estate of the late disco queen Donna Summer is suing Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign, alleging they used her song I Feel Love without permission. The suit is being brought by Summer's widower Bruce Sudano, who is also the executor of her estate. Filed in California on Tuesday, the lawsuit alleges West and Ty initially asked for permission … [Read more...] about Donna Summer’s Widower Sues Kanye West for ‘Stealing’ Hit Song
Molang in Concert With Top K-Pop Band Tomorrow x Tomorrow
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Millimages and Tomorrow x Tomorrow (TXT) are hosting a live Molang and TXT-themed fan event for the K-pop band's fifth anniversary. “K-pop culture is a part of Molang’s brand identity. said Millimages director, Alexandra Algard-Mikanowski. "With TXT members being genuine fans of our Molang, it seemed only fitting to accompany this … [Read more...] about Molang in Concert With Top K-Pop Band Tomorrow x Tomorrow
Who’s News: Wasserman Adds Four New Execs to Global Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wasserman Music has announced the addition of Rebecca Prochnik, Gideon Shay Royale, Josh Dick and Jonathan Insogna to its global team of music executives. "We are excited to welcome Josh, Jonathan, Rebecca, and Shay to our growing global team of outstanding agents and career strategists," said Wasserman Music EVP, Lee Anderson. "Their … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Wasserman Adds Four New Execs to Global Team
“Godfather of Soul” James Brown Celebrated With New Apparel Collection
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