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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 musicNEW 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. “The last time I received this award it was given to me by the late, great Prince," he said after winning favorite soul/R&B album. 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 says she plans to re-record her songs' masters
Read full article: Taylor Swift says she plans to re-record her songs' mastersKevin Winter/Getty ImagesNEW YORK - Taylor Swift plans to re-record her songs after her catalog was purchased by popular music manager Scooter Braun. "CBS Sunday Morning" previewed some of its pre-taped interview with Swift on Wednesday. The reporter asks Swift if she would consider re-recording her songs in order to own the new versions, and Swift said, "Oh yeah." When asked if that was the plan, Swift replied with: "Yeah, absolutely." Swift said last November that she signed with Universal Music Group instead of staying at Big Machine because she knew that re-signing would only result in her not owning her future work.
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.
Did Taylor Swift Throw Shade at Scooter Braun During Concert?
Read full article: Did Taylor Swift Throw Shade at Scooter Braun During Concert?Did Taylor Swift throw shade at her concert Wednesday night in New York City? The public feud between Swift and Braun, who manages Justin Bieber, started last week when Braun purchased Big Machine Records, Swifts old label that owns all of her early hits. Swift wrote a scathing blog post when the news was announced, calling the sale her "worst case scenario.All I could think about was the incessant, manipulative bullying Ive received at his hands for years," she wrote. Swift headlined the Prime Day Concert for Amazon in New York Wednesday and it was her first public appearance since the drama. Taylor Swift Gives Surprise Performance at Stonewall InnTaylor Swift Serenades Couple Who Got Engaged Thanks to Her Song
Taylor Swift shakes off drama with fun concert performance
Read full article: Taylor Swift shakes off drama with fun concert performanceThere was one moment, though, where Swift may have called out Scooter Braun and Scott Borchetta on Wednesday night when she headlined Amazon Music's Prime Day Concert in New York City. She reminded the audience she was a former country singer before performing "Love Story" from "Fearless," which also won the top Grammy prize. And she whipped her head back and forth as she belted "I Knew You Were Trouble" from her "Red" album. Swift sang her "You Need to Calm Down" live for the first time at the event, which also featured performances by singers SZA, Dua Lipa and Becky G. On the song Swift addresses her own haters but also calls out those who attack the LGBTQ community. And I think that love is such an inspiring thing to write about," she said of the upcoming album.
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. Related: Taylor Swift's dispute with Scooter Braun has people defending himSwift 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.