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
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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
Who’s News: Lee Anderson Promoted to President of Wasserman Music
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global sports, music, and entertainment company Wasserman has announced the promotion of Lee Anderson to President of Wasserman’s music division. Anderson is a founding member of Wasserman Music’s executive leadership team, and played a pivotal role in establishing the agency when it launched in 2021. The company says Anderson was a … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Lee Anderson Promoted to President of Wasserman Music
NSB and Yuzu Dating App Announce New Licensing Relationship
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
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