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Nov 14, 2025
The discussion highlights the rise of Thomas Coesfeld at Bertelsmann and his impact on the music rights landscape. Irving Azoff critiques YouTube's approach to the Disney dispute, drawing parallels with the music industry. The importance of gaming platforms, particularly Roblox, is emphasized for music engagement. Sam Fender makes headlines for donating his Mercury Prize winnings to charity. Additionally, a new collective called All Hands is introduced, aimed at supporting artists and industry workers in need.
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Rights-Focused Leadership At Bertelsmann
- Thomas Coesfeld is moving from BMG to lead Bertelsmann, signaling rights-focused leadership ascension.
- This reflects a corporate shift toward streamlined rights exploitation across the parent company.
YouTube's Platform Power Parallels
- Irving Azoff compares YouTube's tactics in the Disney dispute to how it treats the music industry.
- The comparison underscores longstanding platform power dynamics and contractual pressure points.
Actively Engage Gaming Platforms
- Don't ignore gaming platforms like Roblox as key engagement points for young fans.
- Consider Roblox for artist marketing even if direct profit is uncertain.