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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Taylor Swift draws strong reaction from music icon Carole King after buying back masters in $360million deal
One of Taylor Swift 's musical inspirations has reacted to the pop star reclaiming her music empire. After the 35-year-old Eras Tour artist announced that she has bought her master recordings for around $360 million, Carole King sent her an encouraging message. The 83-year-old icon — who Swift inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021 — reposted the announcement via Instagram Stories, and added the note, 'You continue to inspire!' The now-expired post also featured a string of emojis, including a pink heart and music notes. Swift celebrated the milestone achievement by stepping out for dinner with Selena Gomez in New York City on Saturday night. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. After the 35-year-old Eras artist announced that she has bought her master recordings for around $360 million, King sent her an encouraging message The Bad Blood hitmaker has previously opened up about how King's music has inspired her. Before introducing the Tapestry songstress at the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, she said could not 'remember a time when I didn't know Carole King's music.' The Pennsylvania native shared at the time, 'I was raised by two of her biggest fans, who taught me the basic truths of life as they saw it: That you should treat people the way you want to be treated, that you must believe you can achieve whatever you want to in life, and that Carole King is the greatest songwriter of all time.' She added elsewhere in the monologue, 'Carole taught artists like me that telling your own story is worth the work and struggle it takes to earn the opportunity for your story to be heard.' Along with her presenting duties, Swift performed a cover of King's co-written hit Will You Love Me Tomorrow, which reportedly brought King to tears. The 1960 track was originally recorded by The Shirelles and co-written by the inductee. During her induction speech, the musician thanked the 22 singer for her contributions to music and acknowledged her for 'carrying the torch forward' in pop songwriting. It came after King presented Swift with the Artist of the Decade Award at the American Music Awards in 2019. Billboard reported that Swift spent near $360 million to buy back her music catalog from Shamrock Capital after 'bully' Scooter Braun sold her masters to the private equity firm in 2020 (a year after buying them from Big Machine). 'I almost stopped thinking it could ever happen, after 20 years of having the carrot dangled and then yanked away,' Taylor wrote on her website on Friday. She continued, 'But that's all in the past now. I've been bursting into tears of joy at random intervals ever since I found that this is really happening. I really get to say those words. All of the music I've ever made… now belongs… to me.' Her Instagram post teasing the full statement about the masters read, 'You belong with me. Letter on my site :).' It was accompanied by several pictures of her in a simple pale blue sweater and light wash jeans while posing and smiling with six of her records.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Taylor Swift 'inspires' music icon after pop star bought back her music empire
One of Taylor Swift 's musical inspirations has reacted to the pop star reclaiming her music empire. After the 35-year-old Eras Tour artist announced that she has bought her master recordings for around $360 million, Carole King sent her an encouraging message. The 83-year-old icon — who Swift inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021 — reposted the announcement via Instagram Stories, and added the note, 'You continue to inspire!' The now-expired post also featured a string of emojis, including a pink heart and music notes. Swift celebrated the milestone achievement by stepping out for dinner with Selena Gomez in New York City on Saturday night. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The Bad Blood hitmaker has previously opened up about how King's music has inspired her. Before introducing the Tapestry songstress at the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, she said could not 'remember a time when I didn't know Carole King's music.' The Pennsylvania native shared at the time, 'I was raised by two of her biggest fans, who taught me the basic truths of life as they saw it: That you should treat people the way you want to be treated, that you must believe you can achieve whatever you want to in life, and that Carole King is the greatest songwriter of all time.' She added elsewhere in the monologue, 'Carole taught artists like me that telling your own story is worth the work and struggle it takes to earn the opportunity for your story to be heard.' Along with her presenting duties, Swift performed a cover of King's co-written hit Will You Love Me Tomorrow, which reportedly brought King to tears. The 1960 track was originally recorded by The Shirelles and co-written by the inductee. During her induction speech, the musician thanked the 22 singer for her contributions to music and acknowledged her for 'carrying the torch forward' in pop songwriting. It came after King presented Swift with the Artist of the Decade Award at the American Music Awards in 2019. Billboard reported that Swift spent near $360 million to buy back her music catalog from Shamrock Capital after 'bully' Scooter Braun sold her masters to the private equity firm in 2020 (a year after buying them from Big Machine). 'I almost stopped thinking it could ever happen, after 20 years of having the carrot dangled and then yanked away,' Taylor wrote on her website on Friday. She continued, 'But that's all in the past now. I've been bursting into tears of joy at random intervals ever since I found that this is really happening. I really get to say those words. All of the music I've ever made… now belongs… to me.' Her Instagram post teasing the full statement about the masters read, 'You belong with me. Letter on my site :).' It was accompanied by several pictures of her in a simple pale blue sweater and light wash jeans while posing and smiling with six of her records.
Axios
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Go inside the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's "SNL" exhibit
Live from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, it's Saturday Night! It's the museum's most high-profile exhibit since 2022's Beatles showcase. Context:"Saturday Night Live" celebrated its 50th season earlier this year with a three-hour TV special. The Rock Hall exhibit, which opens Friday, takes its name from a documentary about the show's great music moments directed by Questlove of The Roots. State of play:"50 Years of Music" is located on the museum's bottom floor and mimics the façade from "SNL's" Studio 8H in New York City. Things begin where "SNL" does. Visitors can stand on a replica of the stage where celebrity hosts do their cold open. Between the lines: From there, it's off to a room where iconic moments play on a screen with wall-to-wall surround sound and artifacts scattered throughout. There's everything from The Lonely Island's "D—k in a Box" and Will Ferrell's cowbell gear to Dana Carvey and Mike Myers' "Wayne's World" clothes and "The Blues Brothers" suits. There are also numerous music artifacts, including dresses worn by Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter, plus the shirt Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder wore to honor the late Kurt Cobain in 1994. 💭 Troy's thought bubble: I'm not a diehard "SNL" fan, but you don't have to be to enjoy the exhibit. Walking in, you really feel transported into Studio 8H and there's something from every era of "SNL." If you go:"SNL: Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of Music" is included with regular museum admission. The Rock Hall will welcome "SNL" veteran Fred Armisen for a special event celebrating the exhibit on June 14. Tickets are $40.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bad Company, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, The White Stripes Lead Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2025
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has officially unveiled its 2025 class, confirming Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden and The White Stripes as this year's inductees. Ryan Seacrest announced the inductees on ABC's American Idol on Sunday night, the second year in a row the show revealed the Rock Hall class (ABC parent company Disney has the TV rights to the event). Aside from the performer category, Salt-N-Pepa and Warren Zevon are being honored with the Musical Influence award. Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins and Carol Kaye are getting the Musical Excellence Award, and Lenny Waronker — the producer and executive best known for his longtime stint as the president of Warner Records — is this year's Ahmet Ertegun Award recipient. More from The Hollywood Reporter Bruce Springsteen Performs With Smokey Robinson, John Fogerty at 2025 American Music Honors Event How New Kids on the Block's Jonathan and Jordan Knight Breathed New Life Into HGTV Global DJ Alok Is Keeping Art Human and Bringing His True Self to the Desert The induction will take place November 8th at the Peacock Theater, and it will stream live on Disney+ that night. A special will air on ABC at a later date. The Rock Hall will announce on-sale information for tickets for the event at a later date. This will be the fourth time the induction will take place in Los Angeles, and the first time since 2022. 'Each of these inductees created their own sound and attitude that had a profound impact on culture and helped to change the course of Rock & Roll forever,' John Sykes Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, said in a statement. 'Their music gave a voice to generations and influenced countless artists that followed in their footsteps.' The nominees who missed the cut this year are The Black Crowes, Mariah Carey, Billy Idol, Joy Division/New Order, Maná, Oasis and Phish. The Crowes, Idol, Maná and Phish had never been nominated before. Phish handily won this year's Rock Hall fan vote (which counts for one ballot in the actual voting process), while Bad Company took second and Idol came in third. Joy Division/New Order were nominated back in 2023, while Oasis and Carey were both nominated for the first time in 2024. Last year's Rock Hall class included Cher, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy Osbourne and A Tribe Called Quest. Artists become eligible for the Rock Hall 25 years after their first commercial release. Checker, Cocker, Bad Company and Outkast are all getting in on their first nominations. Cocker's induction comes 11 years after the English singer died back in 2014, and eight years after Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell's tragic death in 2017. Lauper and The White Stripes were both previously nominated in 2023, while this was Soundgarden's third time on the ballot after nominations in 2020 and 2023. Checker's waited the longest for an induction out of this year's class, having released his first album back in 1960. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2024: Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, Olivia Rodrigo and More
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cyndi Lauper on if She'd Want Chappell Roan to Induct Her at Rock Hall of Fame: 'She's Really Great'
Cyndi Lauper has long been considered one of pop music's most vocal advocates for women and the LGBTQ community, and amid her upcoming farewell concert tour and recently announced induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, that seems to be the legacy she's hoping to leave behind. 'I think it's nice to get awards. It really is. And it's nice to be recognized after you've worked real hard at something. But I also think, 'what can I do to create change? What can I do to make it better?'' Lauper told Lori Majewski on Sirius XM's Fierce: Women in Music program. 'Not just for me, not even just for my gender but for the people that come afterwards: the planet, the people, the kids. If you look at the young artists, the painters and you look at what they're doing a lot, some of it's very apocalyptic, and that's because they ain't got hope. And I think the most important thing you can do is give people hope. That's what I wanna try and do.' More from The Hollywood Reporter Son of Longtime 'Letterman' Producer Charged With Attempted Murder Brody Jenner Signs With UTA for Music and Touring (Exclusive) Backstreet Boys' Howie Dorough Talks Handbag Line, Hotel Opening and the One Epic Move Fans Are Dying to See at "Movie-Like" Las Vegas Residency Lauper was announced as an inductee for the Rock Hall's 2025 class last month alongside Bad Company, The White Stripes and Outkast, among others. Her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour will resume in the U.S. in July and wrap up with two nights at the Hollywood Bowl in August. Lauper's full interview will air on SiriusXM on May 22. Several clips from the conversation are below, courtesy of SiriusXM. Elsewhere in the interview, Lauper commended Chappell Roan, who several critics have likened to Lauper as Roan has made her ascent to pop superstardom over the past year. Majewski suggested Roan should induct Lauper into the Rock Hall, though Lauper herself didn't directly address that. 'I think she's really great. There's a lot of great young artists, I think she's really great,' Lauper said. And when she had the long red hair, I was laughing because I wore a very long red wig when I did the Berlin Wall. And then I did again when I did a tour, I had very long red wig. I was laughing because I saw her on the horse with the long red wig. I was like, 'That's really good. I like it myself.' Majewski herself called Roan 'a modern day Cyndi Lauper' and a 'direct descendent' to the icon, both because of the music as well as Roan's advocacy for the LGBTQ community. 'She is LGBTQ, and for me, I'm friend and family [to the community],' Lauper said. I don't think you should ever stand by and allow that kind of discrimination and prejudice against a community ever.' Lauper then recalled German pastor Martin Niemöller's famous 'First They Came' poem about WWII and the Holocaust, and speaking out over injustices toward groups other than your own. 'It's really important that people remember [the poem's message] when they say, 'never forget.' It seems like everybody did,' she said. 'You gotta share your story so that people understand that we are a community of human beings. And human beings, we're all different. And thank God we're all different. Because if everybody was the same, there'd be no new ideas. There'd be no food recipes that are new. There'd be nothing, no color. There'd be nothing.' When asked about the 'girls just want to have fundamental rights' shirts Lauper's fund of the same name sells to raise money for women's health and rights, Lauper recalled being brought to tears seeing younger women holding up signs with the same message at protests and women's marches in recent years. She confirmed it's what inspired her to launch the fund back in 2022. 'When I was talking about women rights in the '80s, everybody was like, 'What are you talking about? Why can't you just shut up and sing?' I was like, 'Yeah, when I get that lobotomy, I could,'' Lauper said. 'I felt that the most important thing when I saw those signs … I cried because I went through so much. But there were actually young women that actually heard me.' After seeing the signs at rallies, she contacted those who helped her launch True Colors United — an organization aimed at combating homelessness for LGBT youth — and enlisted their help to start the new fund too. At the end of April, Girls Just Want To Have Fundamental Rights announced a $150,000 donation gifted across eight organizations around the world. 'I thought was really important to be able to help in these times and acknowledge those young women. They heard me. Well, I heard you too,' she said. 'And I'm gonna help too. I can't just stand by and not do anything.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More
