Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Stevie Nicks and Shakira have recently sold all, or part of, their music catalogs for millions of dollars.
Alaister Moughan says data is driving the catalog deals boom https://t.co/weyg3YoIxT
One of the endearing things about the late Martin Phillipps was that he wasn't just a gifted songwriter and musician, he was a big music fan: he was One of Us. He knew the rush we get from hearing a favorite song. In fact, he named his band after that feeling: the Chills. RIP.
Incredible Bruce look at this time. Slicked back hair, soul patch, half TUNNEL OF LOVE and half early preview of his GHOST OF TOM JOAD persona. He looks like a corrupt cop in a Michael Mann film.
One of the great rock albums of the 90s, SUPERUNKNOWN, turns 30 next month. So I decided to do a deep dive on the mighty Soundgarden. (My no. 1 is a dark horse pick and also correct.) https://t.co/Zhv6UOnNhM
Please to speak to @SameOldShawn at @okayplayer for this piece. If you've ever wondered why artists are selling their catalogues this is the one to read!
🎬 New on Synchblog: What's behind the recent flurry of activity in the film and TV music acquisition space?
🗨️ We speak to valuation expert @ajmoghan and the team at #MultimediaMusic to find out.
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On the forthcoming album by The National there's a song where Matt Berninger sings "What about the Cowboy Junkies? / what about the Afghan Whigs?" and I feel like it might be the most Matt Berninger moment of all time.
@JimmyHillside Hi Andy I’m a music catalog expert who does a lot of work with tv composers. I work with composers to analyse, optimise and value their catalogs. Let me know if this would be of any interest to you!