Music
Read the Brands Untapped Creative Guide online now
The Brands Untapped Creative Guide profiles 14 different studios and is also available to pick up at BLE from the Brands Untapped booth – E175.
Licensing rock, metal and more: in conversation with Jens Drinkwater at Global Merchandising Services
Global Merchandising’s Jens Drinkwater on why now’s the time to make some noise!
Lisle Licensing looks to bring MC Grammar into games, dress-up, magazines and more
“We look forward to building new opportunities that reflect his dynamic presence in education and entertainment,” said Francesca Lisle, Managing Director at Lisle Licensing.
Global Merchandising Solutions signs as worldwide licensing agent for Oasis
“We couldn’t be more excited to work with Oasis to develop a broad merchandise and retail program to celebrate one of the most iconic bands of all time,” said Jens Drinkwater, Head of Licensing at Global.
“We are building a KISS universe!”: Pophouse’s Jon Spalding on brand plans for iconic music artists
Jon Spalding – Commercial Director at Pophouse Entertainment – on his approach to crafting partnerships for music icons like KISS, Cyndi Lauper and Avicii.
BBC Studios delves into the archives for new BBC Playback creative guide
“BBC Studios are unlocking the archive to some of the BBC’s most memorable broadcasting design moments,” said Andrew Carley, Director of Licensing for UK/EMEA/Asia at BBC Studios.
Global Merchandising Services to helm UK and EMEA licensing push for Fender
“Our partnership with Fender expands Global’s reach beyond artists into corporate brands,” said Jens Drinkwater, Head of Licensing at Global.
Dolly Parton and Scent Beauty launch Dolly Beauty cosmetics brand
“Cosmetics is an obvious category for Dolly which has been long awaited by her millions of loyal fans,” said Steve Mormoris, Founder and CEO of Scent Beauty.
Direct to Retail bolsters Ol’ Dirty Bastard licensing slate in UK and EMEA
New licensees include Every Street Clothing, Slay All Day, Park Agencies, Blackstone, Hybris and Empire Apparel.
Wacko Maria launches Bob Marley streetwear
The range spans several shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies featuring shots of Marley, as well as imagery of his Tuff Gong studio logo.