Naughty Boy/David Joseph
NAUGHTY, NICE: Recently we wondered aloud about the highly competitive U.K. derby for producer/artist Naughty Boy's label; now we can report that the deal for Naughty Boy Records is done and David Joseph's Universal U.K. is the winner. The leader of the market-dominating U.K. juggernaut—who exemplifies Lucian Grainge's mantra that this is a global business—is also about to have a festive week at retail, as he brings out Lana Del Rey's hotly anticipated new album and continues to enjoy strong sales with Sam Smith (who debuted at #1 and is currently #3). Speaking of thinking globally, both records street in the U.S. this week; Lana's currently expected to bow in the 175-200k range when she hits next week's chart, while Sam looks likely to move 125-150k. These predictions are highly subject to change, of course. (6/16a)
VMAs BEAMING BACK
TO THE BIG APPLE Getting back to where they once belonged (4/24a)
THE COUNT: ALL THE DESERT'S A STAGE
Jon Wayne is rolling over in his grave. (4/24a)
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THE NEW UMG
Gosh, we hope there are more press releases.
TIKTOK BANNED!
Unless the Senate manages to make this whole thing go away, that is.
THE NEW HUGE COUNTRY ACT
No, not that one.
TRUMP'S CAMPAIGN PLAYLIST
Now 100% unlicensed!
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A CHORUS OF PRAISE: IVORS 2024 NOMS
