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It feels like taking Believe private was going to be a simple matter, but it has now turned into Private Equity vs WMG. 13 days to go - it is going to get very interesting. If WMG acquires Believe it will be interesting to see what happens to Tunecore and Sentric that have focused their companies around being independent. #music #musicindustry #musicbusiness #believe #wmg

When we reported on a Concord-controlled entity bidding just over $1.4bn for Hipgnosis Songs Fund (HSF) last week, we suggested that “the big question now is how the company’s investment advisor, Hipgnosis Song Management, and its founder Merck Mercuriadis will react to the proposed acquisition”. Well, here’s the answer. Hipgnosis Song Management (HSM) is backed by investment giant Blackstone, and on Saturday the latter announced that it was making its own play for HSF, trumping Concord’s $1.16-per-share bid with an offer of $1.24 per share. That would value HSF at around $1.5bn. The latter’s board responded on Sunday (21 April) by confirming its receipt of the offer, and saying that it had “indicated to Blackstone that the Proposal is at a value that it would be minded to recommend to its shareholders should Blackstone announce a firm intention to make an offer”. Game on, then. This could be the start of a bidding war between Concord and Hipgnosis Song Management (and, indeed, any other potential acquirers who want to throw their hats into the ring). Read Our Full Analysis Here: https://lnkd.in/dQPv_2HM #MusicIndustry #BusinessNews #Hipgnosis #musically #musicnews #readmore

Want to ensure you're paid for every performance of your tracks? Our latest #Royalty101 blog delves into Performing Rights Organizations (PROs) like ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, and GMR. Learn about how these organizations are crucial in securing your royalties. 🔗 Read more: https://buff.ly/4aZtkz4 #MusicIndustry #ASCAP #BMI #SESAC #GMR

In the latest Hipgnosis (SONG) update... JOHCM has sold a chunk of its shares in the trust, which reduces SONG's ‘irrevocable undertaking’ support bid from shareholders in favour of Concord's all-share purchase down to 23.1%. Meanwhile, Hipgnosis Song Management (HSM) - whose majority shareholder Blackstone proposed a counter offer at a 6.9% premium to Concord's offer yesterday afternoon - has publicly warned the board has "no legal grounds" to terminate the relationship, and that it will "vigorously protect its interests" should the company try to terminate its investment advisory agreement. Under a much-contested call option, HSM has the right to buy the trust’s entire portfolio, if its position is terminated. A higher bid from Blackstone for the trust would mean a higher return for its shareholders in the immediate sense (should the company decide to formally put the offer on the table), but who knows what this will mean for the long-term outlook of SONG... https://lnkd.in/ezPH-ubc

Negotiating your #band's rate can be tricky. Learn how to do it like a pro with our guide: https://bit.ly/3Ll5FiA (link in bio) #musicmanagement #bandmanagement #musicbusiness #musicindustry #musictech

BTS to be probed over ‘Sajaegi’ allegations Full Article Link >>> https://lnkd.in/gVA9teUh In recent weeks, HYBE has found itself amidst a storm of controversies, casting a shadow not only over its own reputation but also over the artists under its management, notably global sensation BTS . The latest tempest brewing in the K-Pop industry centers around resurfaced allegations of ‘sajaegi marketing’, a term referring to the illegal […] . . Latest IND . . . . #trendingnews #newstrending #trendingtopicnews #lifestyle #business #news #healthylifestyle #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #lifestyleblogger #luxurylifestyle #businessowner #businesswoman #smallbusinessowner #businessnews

BTS to be probed over ‘Sajaegi’ allegations Full Article Link >>> https://lnkd.in/g77zShUR In recent weeks, HYBE has found itself amidst a storm of controversies, casting a shadow not only over its own reputation but also over the artists under its management, notably global sensation BTS . The latest tempest brewing in the K-Pop industry centers around resurfaced allegations of ‘sajaegi marketing’, a term referring to the illegal […] . . Latest IND . . . . #trendingnews #newstrending #trendingtopicnews #lifestyle #business #news #healthylifestyle #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #lifestyleblogger #luxurylifestyle #businessowner #businesswoman #smallbusinessowner #businessnews

Exploring the financial journey of Okese 1 – check out his impressive net worth and what it takes to reach such heights! 💸✨ #Okese1 #NetWorth #SuccessStory

Wow. What a moving song, I’d challenge anyone to listen and not feel seriously emotional. The good thing is there is a different way. Time is ticking but it’s not too late. If you’d like to know how to change the way you do business get in touch. #bcorp #betterbusiness #sustainablebusiness #ethicalbusiness #noplanetb https://lnkd.in/ehYbu8B7

I f*cking love DnB. And I also love Classical music, too. They're quite like Sales and Marketing in some respects... Sure, I could get deep into obscure analogous LinkedIn territory here. But I'll keep it simple. Often, Sales and Marketing are seen as separate entities - opposite, different, sometimes even mutually exclusive. (A bit like DnB and Classical). But when both are done right, together, in sync? My word, it's beautiful. Here's me demonstrating the DnB and Classical collab. Imagine how many LinkedIn-worthy posts (and £££ generated) proper collaborations between Sales and Marketing could make... P.S. Yes, Koan Sound was a staple of my pure partying days circa 10 years ago, and no, I never thought they'd seem relevant to a biz LinkedIn post. P.P.S. TL:DR - Skip to 3 mins, put some (decent) headphones on, turn the volume to 11/10, wait for the drop 30 seconds later, feel euphoric, then get in touch with how I can help. https://lnkd.in/e_2FiaPU .