BET Could Soon Be Owned By A Jamaican?
World Music Views® understands that the bid for the ownership of black star power network (BET), the company founded by Bob Johnson via a loan from John Malone, could soon be owned
CAA, The Hollywood Agency That Represents Bob Marley and Koffee In Talks For Sale
Talks of a potential acquisition of Hollywood talent agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA) by François-Henri Pinault, the French billionaire owner of luxury brands Gucci, Bottega Veneta, and Chateau Latour vineyards are under
Hipgnosis Faces Executive Exodus as Asset Sales Considered Ahead of Shareholder Vote
Hipgnosis Song Management, renowned for its pioneering approach to songs as an asset class, has experienced a series of departures among its senior executives and staff members in recent months. This shakeup
Jada Kingdom Leaves Republic Records, Says She Felt “Out Of Place”
In a bold and unexpected move, Jamaican recording artist Jada Kingdom recently revealed to Teen Vogue her shocking departure from Republic Records, as she takes charge of her own musical journey. “Recently,
The Most Talked About Music Masters In The World Scooter Braun Vs Taylor Swift
Music Business Worldwide (MBW) delved into the contentious saga surrounding the sale of Taylor Swift’s ‘Big Machine’ masters which include her first six albums. The masters were first sold to Scooter Braun’s
Teejay Signs Publishing And Record Deal With Warner Music Group
Dancehall artist Teejay has inked a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music . The deal happened on Thursday June 15, 2023 in Manhattan New York City. A release sent out by Solida Agency
Niche-Focused Funds Are Becoming A Trend In Music Investment
Niche-focused funds are emerging as the next trend in music investment according to Billboard Magazine, largely due to the rising cost of capital. These funds specialize in acquiring rights to specific genres
Americans Want Foreign Music But Increase In Visa Fees “Catastrophic” Says U.K. Music Boss
66% of American music listeners listen to music from foreign artists according to a new Music 360 report by Luminate. Millennials and Gen Z are found to be the top generations who
Jamaican Songwriters, Publishers and Composers To See 138 % Rate Increase In PRO Payments As BMI Wins Landmark Settlement
Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI) wins landmark victory for songwriters, publishers and composers in the US that will see BMI affiliates receiving 138% rate increase. Southern District Of New York Judge the Honorable Louis L.
Shocking: Steely & Clevie Did Not Register “Fish Market Riddim” (Prior to 2021) At The Heart Of US Copyright Lawsuit According To New York Attorney
The biggest US copyright lawsuit that is shaking the music industry is that between Steely and Clevie Productions and a slew of Reggaeton artist and producers. The case has been filed three
Latin American Music Market (Including Jamaica) Grew By More Than 25 % In 2022
The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) released their 2023 Global Music Report on Tuesday (March 21) and one of the findings relevant to the Caribbean is that every music market in
Stephen Schwarzman Made $1 Billion In 2022 From Owning Music Catalogs and More
Stephen Schwarzman, Blackstone Group’s chief executive made a record US$1 Billion for a second year straight according to the Financial Times. The billionaire received record income of nearly $1.3bn in 2022, as