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Scooter Braun says he’s no longer a music manager, will focus on Hybe duties and his children
Read full article: Scooter Braun says he’s no longer a music manager, will focus on Hybe duties and his childrenScooter Braun, one of the most recognizable names in the music business known for representing artists like Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande, will no longer work as a music manager.
Hits for sale: Notable artists who have had their music catalogs sell for big money
Read full article: Hits for sale: Notable artists who have had their music catalogs sell for big moneyKiss agreed to sell their catalog, brand name and IP to Swedish company Pophouse in a deal estimated to be over $300 million.
From country to pop, 2014 nostalgia to 2023 reality — it's time for Taylor Swift's '1989'
Read full article: From country to pop, 2014 nostalgia to 2023 reality — it's time for Taylor Swift's '1989'Taylor Swift’s reimagined “1989” is here, the album that ushered in the first Peak Swift era — revisited at the height of her massive pop culture dominance.
What’s going on with Scooter Braun’s artist roster? Here’s what we know and what’s still speculation
Read full article: What’s going on with Scooter Braun’s artist roster? Here’s what we know and what’s still speculationScooter Braun is one of the most recognizable names in the music business for his singular work as an executive and entrepreneur.
Taylor Swift returns to Nashville, reveals 'Speak Now' date
Read full article: Taylor Swift returns to Nashville, reveals 'Speak Now' datePop star Taylor Swift had a surprise announcement for fans in Nashville during her Eras tour when she revealed she'll be releasing a re-recorded version of her 2010 record “Speak Now.”.
Taylor Swift has finished redoing sophomore album 'Fearless'
Read full article: Taylor Swift has finished redoing sophomore album 'Fearless'Swift announced online that shes dropping the first of her re-recorded albums. She said Fearless: Taylors Version features re-recorded songs from her sophomore album, Fearless. Swift said online Thursday that “Fearless: Taylor's Version” is finished and “will be with you soon," featuring re-recorded songs from Swift's sophomore album, “Fearless.”The new set will have 26 songs — the original album had 13 — and also contain six never-before released songs, tunes which “almost made” the album. The re-recorded version is likely to be embraced by her fans and push the original recordings lower in searches. Swift hasn't announced when “Fearless: Taylor’s Version” will be available but a statement she posted on Twitter included a hidden message using only the capital letters which reads: April Ninth.
Swift wins top prize at AMAs, says she's re-recording music
Read full article: Swift wins top prize at AMAs, says she's re-recording musicIn this screen shot provided by ABC on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, Taylor Swift accepts the award for artist of the year at the American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. (ABC via AP)NEW YORK – Taylor Swift won her third consecutive artist of the year prize at the American Music Awards, but she missed the show for a good reason: She said she's busy re-recording her early music after her catalog was sold. She also won favorite music video and favorite pop/rock female artist, winning three honors and tying Bieber, Dan + Shay and the Weeknd for most wins Sunday. Breakthrough singer-rapper Doja Cat performed and won new artist of the year and favorite soul/R&B female artist. And Megan Thee Stallion — won favorite rap/hip-hop songs for “WAP" with Cardi B — performed “Body" from her recently released debut album “Good News."
Taylor Swift will be able to perform her hits at AMAs
Read full article: Taylor Swift will be able to perform her hits at AMAsIt seems Taylor Swift can perform her hits, including those that were the subject of very public dispute last week, at the upcoming American Music Awards. Last week, Swift said her former music label, Big Machine Label Group, had denied her request to play some of her early songs at the award show where she is being honored as artist of the decade. Swift had been signed to Big Machine from her 2006 self-titled debut album through 2017's "Reputation," before moving to Universal Music Group. In a statement to CNN, Big Machine Records denied that the company has prevented Swift from performing at the AMAs or blocked the Netflix special, saying "Taylor, the narrative you have created does not exist. The American Music Awards airs Sunday, November 24 at 8:00 pm ET on ABC.
Taylor Swift's battle over her music escalates
Read full article: Taylor Swift's battle over her music escalatesTaylor Swift performed for NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series before she heads out on her 2020 world tour. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The public battle between Taylor Swift and music manager Scooter Braun continues to escalate. In a statement to CNN, an executive at Big Machine Label Group disputed Swift's claims. "Taylor Swift can 100% perform all of her catalog, past and present, on the AMAs. Big Machine Label Group told CNN Swift's appeal to her supporters "greatly affects the safety of our employees and their families."
Taylor Swift says she can't perform her early music for AMAs
Read full article: Taylor Swift says she can't perform her early music for AMAsTaylor Swift is being told she cannot perform many songs from her past at the upcoming American Music Awards or use it in a forthcoming Netflix documentary about her life. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Losing the rights to her early music catalog continues to cause trouble, trouble, trouble for singer Taylor Swift. In July, Swift called it her "worst case scenario," upon learning that her music catalog had been sold to a company owned by Braun. Braun's Ithaca Holdings acquired Big Machine Label Group from founder Borchetta in late June. "Please let Scott Borchetta and Scooter Braun know how you feel about this."
Taylor Swift performs for first time since Scooter Braun post
Read full article: Taylor Swift performs for first time since Scooter Braun postTaylor Swift performs onstage during opening night of her 2018 reputation Stadium Tour at University of Phoenix Stadium on May 8, 2018 in Glendale, Arizona. NEW YORK - Every move Taylor Swift makes is dissected by her fans. Would she say anything about her public battle with music manager Scooter Braun that ignited after he purchased her catalog of music? "LIARS AND THE DIRTY DIRTY CHEATS YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE," wrote another. Another person tweeted, "Me when @taylorswift13 just screamed "THE LIARS AND THE DIRTY DIRTY CHEATS OF THE WORLD" #PrimeDayNot mentioning Braun by name, Swift praised her supporters and stressed that she's feeling good.
Scooter Braun has reached out to Taylor Swift, source says
Read full article: Scooter Braun has reached out to Taylor Swift, source saysScooter Braun is hoping to clear the air with Taylor Swift. (CNN) - Scooter Braun is hoping to clear the air with Taylor Swift. Swift was signed with Big Machine from her 2006 self-titled debut album through 2017's "Reputation," before moving to Universal Music Group. Swift wrote that she had unsuccessfully attempted to negotiate a contract with Big Machine to own her music. "I had to make the excruciating choice to leave behind my past," Swift wrote.
Taylor Swift isn't alone in label battle
Read full article: Taylor Swift isn't alone in label battleCNN image(CNN) - Taylor Swift may feel that she's been burned, but she's far from the only one. From 2006's self-titled debut to 2017's "Reputation," Swift was with country-pop record company Big Machine Label Group. And every time you stream or download a track, it's the holder of the master rights -- often the label -- that gets paid first. Swift could reclaim her music rights, but it would take decadesAnd though it might feel like Swift and her old music are never, ever getting back together, she has longer-term options. The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company.
Swift calls sale of music catalog to Braun worst case scenario'
Read full article: Swift calls sale of music catalog to Braun worst case scenario'Taylor Swift called it her "worst case scenario," learning that her music catalog has been sold to a company owned by music manager Scooter Braun. Braun's Ithaca Holdings acquired Big Machine Label Group from founder Scott Borchetta as part of a $300 million deal, reports Billboard. "I had to make the excruciating choice to leave behind my past," Swift continued. "I learned about Scooter Braun's purchase of my masters as it was announced to the world," Swift wrote. "This is my worst case scenario," Swift wrote.