RIAA | Jotup

Reservoir Brings De La Soul’s Iconic Catalog to Streaming Platforms

Retrieved on:

Tuesday, January 3, 2023

In 2021, Reservoir secured De La Soul’s back catalog through the Company’s acquisition of legendary independent hip-hop label Tommy Boy Music.

Key Points:

In 2021, Reservoir secured De La Soul’s back catalog through the Company’s acquisition of legendary independent hip-hop label Tommy Boy Music.
The Reservoir and Chrysalis teams have since worked with De La Soul, and their record label, AOI, to bring their music to digital streaming services.
To celebrate the momentous initiative, De La Soul will digitally release their hit single “The Magic Number” on January 13, 2023.
De La Soul subsequently released eight albums, including Gold-selling De La Soul is Dead and And the Anonymous Nobody… (2016).

MUSIC FROM THE MOTION PICTURE "WHITNEY HOUSTON: I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY" TO BE RELEASED BY RCA RECORDS ON DECEMBER 16

Retrieved on:

Friday, December 16, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of the December 23 theatrical release of TriStar Pictures' Whitney Houston biopic, Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody, RCA Records has dropped the official 35-song soundtrack, serving as a musical memoir of the cinematic voyage. Listen Here.

Key Points:

"This totally unique soundtrack album brings many of Whitney's classics into 2023 and beyond.
Contemporary, current and often scorching, if you love Whitney's music, you must own this album!"
"We are thrilled to be releasing the amazing 35-song soundtrack to the Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody film with RCA Records," says Pat Houston, President of The Estate of Whitney E. Houston.
"I am extremely honored and proud to have been asked to reimagine a track made by all-time legend Whitney Houston," says Sam Feldt.

ALICIA KEYS AND AMERICAN GREETINGS INTRODUCE NEW CREATACARD™ CUSTOMIZED HOLIDAY CARDS

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

CLEVELAND, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Alicia Keys and American Greetings announce a new collaboration of customized Holiday digital greetings through Creatacard™ by americangreetings.com. Designed by 15-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist and worldwide-celebrated music icon, Alicia Keys, this new collection, which features four songs from Alicia's Apple Music exclusive holiday chart-topping album, Santa Baby, will delight senders and surprise their loved ones. The highlighted songs include the classic, "Christmas Time is Here," the cheeky, "Santa Baby," the newest original hit, "December Back 2 June," and an Alicia favorite, "Not Even The King."

Key Points:

CLEVELAND, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Alicia Keys and American Greetings announce a new collaboration of customized Holiday digital greetings through Creatacard by americangreetings.com .Designed by 15-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist and worldwide-celebrated music icon, Alicia Keys, this new collection, which features four songs from Alicia's Apple Music exclusive holiday chart-topping album, Santa Baby, will delight senders and surprise their loved ones.
The Alicia Keys Creatacard collection is available now on www.americangreetings.com and www.bluemountain.com .
The Alicia Keys Creatacard collection includes animated cover artwork and music clips when the card is opened.
The company's brands include American Greetings, Papyrus, Recycled Paper Greetings, Paper Rebel, Carlton Cards, Today and Always, DesignWare party goods, and Plus Mark gift wrap and boxed cards.

Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Cody Johnson to Perform Live at The American Rodeo’s 10th Anniversary on Saturday, March 11 at Globe Life Field

Retrieved on:

Monday, November 28, 2022

The American Western Weekend is one of the greatest celebrations of western heritage there is, said Cody Johnson.

Key Points:

The American Western Weekend is one of the greatest celebrations of western heritage there is, said Cody Johnson.
On December 2, Johnson will release a LIVE album with his longtime touring band, Cody Johnson & The Rockin CJB Live.
The award-winning artist will perform live in-arena before the final round of The American Rodeo on Saturday, March 11, 2023.
On December 2, Cody is releasing a LIVE album with his longtime touring band, Cody Johnson & The Rockin CJB Live.

Skechers and Ava Max Partner for Global Popstar’s First Footwear Collaboration

Retrieved on:

Thursday, November 17, 2022

This on-trend capsule is the evolution of an ongoing partnership between Skechers and Ava Max.

Key Points:

This on-trend capsule is the evolution of an ongoing partnership between Skechers and Ava Max.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116006106/en/
Limited-edition Skechers x Ava Max collab launches with two fashion sneaker styles.
(Photo: Business Wire)
It has been incredible working with the Skechers team to bring my vision to life with the Skechers x Ava Max collaboration, said Ava Max.
The first limited-edition Skechersx Ava Max capsule collection is available at skechers.com and in select Skechers flagship stores starting today.

NIMBUS, Inc. Shares Its Next Iteration of the KFC x Jack Harlow Partnership, Adding Druski and Nostalgia To The Mix

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NIMBUS, a nationally recognized, strategic multicultural marketing agency headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky today shares its latest creative for KFC, unveiling the beloved $5 Famous Bowl.

Key Points:

KFC and the Grammy-Nominated rapper collaborated with acclaimed comedian& entrepreneur, Druski, to promote the beloved $5 Famous Bowl* ahead of the holiday season.
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NIMBUS, a nationally recognized, strategic multicultural marketing agency headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky today shares its latest creative for KFC, unveiling the beloved $5 Famous Bowl.
The vision of the creative framework was brought to life by the NIMBUS team in conjunction with Jack Harlow, who leaned into nostalgia for the flashback series citing some of his childhood experiences indulging in KFC.
NIMBUS is an independent strategic marketing and communications agency with a focus on identifying cultural relevance and developing inclusive marketing engagement.

ELTON JOHN CELEBRATES HIS FINAL US SHOWS WITH MULTIPLE CELEBRATIONS HIGHLIGHTING HIS HISTORIC LOS ANGELES LEGACY

Retrieved on:

Friday, November 11, 2022

Disney is also capturing the footage for the upcoming original documentary, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road: The Final Elton John Performances and the Years That Made His Legend.

Key Points:

Disney is also capturing the footage for the upcoming original documentary, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road: The Final Elton John Performances and the Years That Made His Legend.
Beginning today, Elton is inviting fans to take part in a scavenger hunt at landmarks across the city in an effort to participate in Elton's historic love affair with Los Angeles.
The Grand Prize winner will receive two tickets to see Elton John in concert at Dodger Stadium on November 19th.
Additionally, from November 12 through January 15, Elton John presents Elton John Eyewear at THE GROVE.

Stein Mitchell wins $46.8 million willful copyright infringement jury verdict for Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group against ISP Grande Communications

Retrieved on:

Monday, November 7, 2022

Washington, D.C., Nov. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stein Mitchell is very pleased to announce that a federal jury in Austin, Texas, has handed down a $46.8 million willful copyright infringement verdict against internet service provider Grande Communications on behalf of Stein Mitchell clients Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group.

Key Points:

Washington, D.C., Nov. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stein Mitchell is very pleased to announce that a federal jury in Austin, Texas, has handed down a $46.8 million willful copyright infringement verdict against internet service provider Grande Communications on behalf of Stein Mitchell clients Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group.
Stein Mitchell filed the lawsuit on behalf of the plaintiffs, who comprise the three major record labels, in April 2017.
The verdict was reached on November 3, 2022, and the case was tried along with co-counsel Jenner & Block and Scott Douglass McConnico.
After a nearly month-long trial, the jury found that Grande was contributorily liable for infringing 1,403 of the record labels copyrighted sound recordings.

SESAC Celebrates Songwriters and Publishers at 2022 Nashville Music Awards

Retrieved on:

Monday, November 7, 2022

Essentia, Karma, Justin, Gold, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, RIAA, Embers, SMACK, Garnier, NSAI, SESAC, RISE Brewing Co., Song, Spa, Music, Film, Essence

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SESAC celebrated its songwriters and music publishers behind the year's most-performed country and Americana songs at the company's annual Nashville Music Awards – held in person for the first time in three years – tonight at the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum.

Key Points:

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SESAC celebrated its songwriters and music publishers behind the year's most-performed country and Americana songs at the company's annual Nashville Music Awards held in person for the first time in three years tonight at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
"Buy Dirt" was recently awarded NSAI's Song of the Year honor and is nominated for the same award at the 56th Annual CMA Awards.
Additionally, affiliate Derek Wells received the Spirt of SESAC Award in recognition of his musical contributions playing on over 100 number one songs.
The song that clinched this impressive milestone, "Like I Love Country Music" recorded by Kane Brown and co-written by SESAC affiliate Matt McGinn was honored with a performance activity award at the ceremony.

SONY MUSIC & THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL JACKSON ANNOUNCE THE START OF THE THRILLER 40 GLOBAL CAMPAIGN

Retrieved on:

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Forty years after the release of Thriller, the album that catapulted Michael Jackson into the superstardom stratosphere, Sony Music and The Estate of Michael Jackson announce the start of the global campaign to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the King of Pop's landmark album. As part of the campaign, the Estate of Michael Jackson and Sony Music will host fan events around the world, all free to the public, including immersive experiences, screenings of the Thriller 40 documentary and other fan parties.

Key Points:

NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Forty years after the release of Thriller, the album that catapulted Michael Jackson into the superstardom stratosphere, Sony Music and The Estate of Michael Jackson announce the start of the global campaign to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the King of Pop's landmark album.
As part of the campaign, the Estate of Michael Jackson and Sony Music will host fan events around the world, all free to the public, including immersive experiences, screenings of the Thriller 40 documentary and other fan parties.
Michael Jackson is one of the most beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all-time.
Jackson won 17 Grammy Awards including 8 in one year, a record, and received 26 American Music Awards, including the Artist of the Century Award.