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Prince Estate signs agreement with Sony Music for 35 catalog albums

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Prince Estate signs agreement with Sony Music for 35 catalog albums

Sony Music Entertainment and the Estate of Prince Rogers Nelson have signed an exclusive distribution agreement covering 35 essential previously released album titles from the Prince catalog. Those albums, which include “1999,” “Diamonds and Pearls,” “Sign O’ the Times” and nine others, will move over to Sony in 2021.


The Prince catalog covered under the new agreement will be distributed by Legacy Recordings, a division of SME, with worldwide rights beginning immediately to 19 previously released album titles (originally released between 1995-2010). The list of album titles includes The Gold Experience (1995), Emancipation (1996), Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic (1999), The Rainbow Children (2001) and 3121 (2006), as well as titles originally distributed by Sony including Musicology (2004) and Planet Earth (2007). Additional album titles from the 2014-2015 era will also be distributed with worldwide rights under the deal in the future.

In addition to the album titles from the 1995-2010 era, the agreement also includes rights to other previously released material recorded post-1995 including singles, b-sides, remixes, non-album tracks, live recordings and music videos.

“A true artiste and visionary, Prince changed the world with his music, bringing love, joy, and inspiration to millions,” Richard Story, President, SME Commercial Music Group was quoted as saying. “Sony Music is honored to play a part in keeping Prince’s music alive and making it available for generations of lifelong listeners and future fans.”

Music from the 1978 to 1996 era will be available in the US starting in 2021. Music from this period covered under the agreement includes the highly renowned albums Prince (1979), Dirty Mind (1980), Controversy (1981), 1999 (1982), Around The World In A Day (1985), Sign ‘O’ The Times (1987), Lovesexy (1988), Diamonds and Pearls (1991) and [Love Symbol] (1992) as well as hit singles “1999,” “Little Red Corvette,” “I Wanna Be Your Lover,” “Raspberry Beret” among others.

FREAKY FRIDAY: #LCExcl – Understanding Licensing Lingo

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FREAKY FRIDAY: #LCExcl – Understanding Licensing Lingo

FREAKY FRIDAY: #LCExcl – Understanding Licensing Lingo

Licensing is the most common method to acquire the right to exploit IP. In a good licensing agreement, both parties benefit. The licensor gains the benefit of a brand extension and revenue (via royalties) without any investment in product development, production, or marketing.

Confused? Check this video to understand the different jargons associated with licensing:

Brand licensing is the leasing of a brand name to a company other than the owner of that particular brand.

While licensing agreements by their nature tend to be one-sided to protect the brand owner, a solid understanding by both parties will ensure everyone gets off on the right foot.

Also Read: Here’s why licensing is important for brand

Six Hundred Four creates limited-edition ‘Def Leppard’ footwear collection

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Six Hundred Four creates limited-edition ‘Def Leppard’ footwear collection

Six Hundred Four, a luxury sneaker brand announced a limited-edition collaboration with iconic rock band ‘Def Leppard’.

The collection will consist of four styles, the premium collection draws inspiration from the album art of Leppard’s three most iconic albums — “On Through The Night”, “Pyromania” and “Hysteria” along with a style dedicated to their highly recognizable ‘Def Leppard’ logo.

The company has created only 604 individually numbered pairs that will be produced and exclusively available to purchase at SixHundredFour.com.

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The size of the shoes ranges from EU 36-47.

James Lepp, the founder of Six Hundred Four, said, “It all started last summer when Phil Collen, the lead guitarist, entered our store. That resulted in a 30-pair exclusive collaboration with him and now has led to a full collaboration with Def Leppard. Like the Phil Collen series, the Def Leppard collection will be unlike anything that’s hit the market before.”

Commenting on the exclusive pieces, the lead singer Joe Elliott said, “I always knew the fans we’re going to love the shoes, but when I finally saw the shoes in person, I fell in love with them. I’m looking forward to wearing them on stage.”

The cost of the shoes starts from USD 265.

Each style will be on display during the band’s current world tour at their meet-and-greets, starting July 1. The limited-edition shoes are expected to ship to customers in October.

Rihanna unveils first Fenty Beauty pop-up shop in New York

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Rihanna unveils first Fenty Beauty pop-up shop in New York

Fans of Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty can rejoice! Kendo Brands and the singer launched the first-ever pop-up shop in New York City this week.

The beauty brand broke the news on its Instagram story and also shared on microblogging site Twitter with a list of three pop-up dates and locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn.


The first pop-up opens at Pennsylvania in Manhattan, followed by Pearl Street Triangle in Brooklyn and South Street Seaport in Manhattan. The shops are in celebration of Fenty’s new collection, which was inspired by the jewel tones and neutral colors of Moroccan markets.

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In addition to the new launches, the pop-up will also be selling a full range of Fenty classics, including cult-favorite Pro Filt’r Foundation. The new collection was set to debut on July 6.

Visitors were invited to try new products inspired by the colors and tones of a traditional Moroccan spice market, including eyeshadow, make-up brushes, and eyeliners. The immersive event featured a hookah lounge, a photo-op spot with an enlarged makeup palette, and try-on stations.

Rihanna, 30, launched Fenty Beauty LVMH’s Kendo Brands in September 2017. In 40 days, it drummed up $100 million in sales. The news subsequently led to the brand being listed as one of Time’s best inventions of 2017.

Cartoon Network, Sabrina Pilewicz join hands to create ‘Powerpuff Girls’ handbags

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Cartoon Network, Sabrina Pilewicz join hands to create ‘Powerpuff Girls’ handbags

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of ‘The Powerpuff Girls’, Cartoon Network has teamed up with the Polish handbag designer Sabrina Pilewicz to create her own Powerpuff inspired handbags, each one depicting the style and originality of the three super-girls.

Known as ‘SP x Powerpuff Girls’, the association marks Pilewicz’s first-ever deal with Cartoon Network and is only one of the many collaborations to come between Cartoon Network and EMEA designers.

The new collection will be promoted using the slogan “What is your superpower?” with Poland’s Next Top Model finalist Karolina Pisarek as the ambassador and the face of the launch campaign.

Blossom features on the #wisdombag, with the fact that the character is curious, like to learn and is goal orientated.

Bubbles appear on the #energybag, with a design that “reminds us to have fun and seek joy in life”.

Buttercup can be found on the #powerbag, with a design that aims to inspire women to “take on new challenges, have the courage and be aspirational”.

Leila Loumi, the Licensing Director, Fashion & Home, and Cartoon Network Enterprises EMEA said, “We’re very proud to be announcing another great fashion collaboration for The Powerpuff Girls in EMEA, as part of our continued celebration of the brand’s 20th anniversary, and to be building on our reputation for partnering with really unique, high-end designers that have a shared DNA with PPG.”

“Sabrina Pilewicz is a young, independent designer who, through her own strength and determination, has built a brand led by women for women. The fantastic handbag collection she’s created inspired by our superhero trio is the perfect embodiment of that with a big injection of fun too!” Leila stated further.

As the original ambassadors of girl power, the iconic brand has been inspiring generations of girls and young women since its initial launch in November 1998. From the moment Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup started to save the world before bedtime, they became more than just characters on a show, but a global phenomenon with a message of empowerment that still resonates 20 years later as a re-imagined series debuted in 2016.

The SP x POWERPUFF GIRLS collection is now available at the Sabrina Pilewicz official website.

Australian swimwear brand Speedo likely to set up 50 stores by 2020

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Australian swimwear brand Speedo likely to set up 50 stores by 2020

Australian swimwear brand Speedo likely to set up 50 stores by 2020. The fitness brand recently signed Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra as its brand ambassador. As the new face, Parineeti joined an esteemed roster of Olympians, athletes, and trainers from around the globe.

Parineeti Chopra will be endorsing Speedo’s new fitness range meant for workouts in and out of the pool called Speedo H2O Active.

Talking about Chopra’s association, Reuben Fernandes, Marketing Manager, Speedo India, was quoted as saying from the Exchange4Media, “Celebrity plays a very important role as a key opinion leader for brands. It is very important to have a person who is known to a segment of the audience. We believe in giving the right information through the right representative. I think, when it comes to advocacy, it is imperative for companies to have an opinion leader who can talk about the brand in a right way.”

The collection comes in confident and bold colours teamed with energetic prints inspired by water and includes crop tops, capris, shorts, and briefs, allowing it to be mix-and-matched to reflect personal style and use.

The actress recently visited the Speedo exclusive store at Ambience Mall, Gurugram where she was seen picking out her favourite pieces from Speedo’s new H2O Active collection and was also seen interacting with her fans. At the store, the actress also shared light on her fitness journey and her love for Speedo.

Speedo also launched a global TV campaign #GetSpeedoFit, advising athletes to change up their routine to include swimming.

Parineeti is helping the brand get the right recognition and right positioning in the market.”

India is already seen as one of the biggest markets of Speedo. According to Fernandes, fitness-driven consumers are the target audience of the company.

Talking about how marketing strategy, Fernandes was further quoted as saying, “Every market has a different strategy. India will have a different marketing strategy from Dubai or Singapore. In India, we have to educate customers to opt for new things unlike USA or UK, where consumers are well aware of all trends. It takes time for trends to pick up in India.”

Speedo is an active swimwear brand and seen sported on many known swimming athletes all over the world. She is endorsing Speedo’s H2O Active Range that is suitable for workouts in and out of the water.

On the professional front, Parineeti Chopra will be seen in Arjun Kapoor starrer ‘Namastey England’ and ‘Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar’ as well as ‘Kesari’ with Akshay Kumar.

Shraddha Kapoor becomes ambassador of a leading e-commerce brand: Report

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Shraddha Kapoor becomes ambassador of a leading e-commerce brand: Report

Shraddha Kapoor, who is already the face of several top-notch brands, has bagged another massive deal.

According to a report in DNA, Shraddha has signed a deal with one of the leading e-commerce brand to be their ambassador.

Shraddha Kapoor is one of Bollywood’s leading stars and has received both critical and popular acclaim for her choice of movies.

She is a household name, something which makes her the perfect choice to boost a brand’s reach and popularity among the consumers.

Recently, popular handbag manufacturer Baggit roped in Shraddha Kapoor as its brand ambassador. Being a brand ambassador, Kapoor will be associated with Baggit brand for the years 2018 and 2019.

On the professional front, Shraddha will be seen in Batti Gul Meter Chalu, Stree, Saaho and Saina, scheduled to release in 2018 and 2019 respectively.

Pentland Brands named as global footwear license partner for Karen Millen

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Pentland Brands named as global footwear license partner for Karen Millen

London-based women’s fashion brand Karen Millen has signed a deal with Pentland Brands to become its global footwear license partner.

Pentland Brands, which is the owner and/or licensee for brands including Lacoste, Ted Baker, Kickers and SeaVees plans to take Karen Millen’s footwear ranges beyond its standalone stores and online channel into multi-brand footwear environments and global department stores.

“We’re really excited to partner with the Karen Millen team, as we believe there’s great potential for the brand in the footwear category,” said Richard Newcombe, president of Pentland Brands’ footwear division. “Our focus will be on creating exceptional footwear designs that capture the brand signature of individuality, attention to detail and quality that makes Karen Millen such an iconic womenswear brand.”

The first footwear collection is set to launch internationally, in-store and online for the AW19 season.

 “Customers have always loved our footwear, and this partnership will enable us to offer more styles, choice, and availability,” said CEO Beth Butterwick. “Pentland is the perfect partner, with a truly expert level of knowledge when it comes to footwear licensing and long-standing record of working with brands to build their global presence.”

The collaboration is a part of Karen Millen’s larger growth strategy, which included this year’s launch of a licensing partnership with IMG to enter new lifestyle categories including swimwear, athleisure, and lingerie.

Angry Birds World park opens for public in Qatar

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Angry Birds World park opens for public in Qatar

Angry Birds World, a one-of-a-kind entertainment park, opened its doors for public at the Doha Festival City (DFC) in Qatar.

The park was conceptualized and created by Rovio Entertainment and has been developed in partnership with the location-based entertainment company, Trimoo.

Located in the heart of Doha Festival City, the entertainment park boasts 17,000 square meters park, comprising an indoor space of 6,500 square meters.

The newly completed indoor section of Angry Birds World is the first area of the park to open for visitors, with its outdoor area to open at a later stage.

Angry Birds World plays a key role in Rovio’s extensive multi-year brand licensing roadmap, driven by the upcoming release of The Angry Birds Movie 2 in late 2019.

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Fans of the mobile game series can enjoy a range of rides and attractions such as the Trampoline Universe – a mammoth 1,300 square metre area full of trampolines, or the 106 metre Own the Sky roller glider.

Furthermore, enthusiasts of the Angry Birds GO! will definitely enjoy the real rush of adrenaline in the form of the world’s first indoor and outdoor multi-level karting track. The 261-metre race track features modern positioning system technology promising a thrilling race to the finish line.

“Angry Birds World is our flagship experiential destination where millions of our passionate fans can immerse themselves in the wonderful world of Angry Birds,” said Simo Hamalainen, senior vice president of brand licensing at Rovio Entertainment.

Angry Birds World also features an educational attraction called the Big tree, an interactive learning centre where children learn about science, explore their creative sides and express their musical abilities.

Riad Makdessi, the chief executive officer at Trimo, said, “Angry Birds World is a world’s first in every aspect, from the theming to the choice of rides and entertainment.”

Angry Birds World features an abundance of food, merchandise, and event space while official Angry Birds merchandise section.

DOJ clears Disney acquisition of 21st Century Fox

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DOJ clears Disney acquisition of 21st Century Fox

The Walt Disney Company announced that the Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has cleared the pending acquisition by Disney of 21st Century Fox.

The DOJ has entered into a consent decree with Disney and 21st Century Fox that allows the acquisition to proceed while requiring the sale of the Fox Sports Regional Networks.

Under the consent decree, Disney has at least 90 days from the date of closing the transaction to complete this sale. The DOJ may grant extensions of time up to another 90 days, and the decree is subject to the normal court approval process.

Both Disney and 21CF provided the DOJ information needed for the investigation of the transaction.

“With the exception of the proposed acquisition of the Fox Sports Regional Networks, the transaction will not harm competition, and that we were able to resolve the limited potential concerns to position us to move forward with this exciting opportunity that will enable us to create even more compelling consumer experiences,” says Disney in a statement.

Completion of the transaction is subject to a number of non-United States merger and other regulatory reviews, and other customary closing conditions, as well as approval of shareholders of both companies.

Last week, Disney and Fox announced an amended acquisition agreement pursuant to which Disney will acquire Fox for $38 per share in cash and stock, immediately following the spin-off of the businesses comprising “New Fox” as previously announced.

The Walt Disney Company had officially increased its offer for the purchase of 21st Century Fox, upping its offer to USD 71.3 billion in stock and cash. The new bidding is a drastic increase from the company’s original USD 52.4 billion deal that valued Fox at USD 28 per share.

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries, is a diversified worldwide entertainment company with operations in four business segments: Media Networks; Studio Entertainment; Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products; and Direct-to-Consumer and International. Disney is a Dow 30 company and had annual revenue of $55.1 billion in its Fiscal Year 2017.

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