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AcquiredJanuary 23, 2022
Taylor Swift (Acquired’s Version)
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About this episode
Not only is Taylor Swift the biggest music artist of our generation by nearly every metric (it’s not even close!), with the re-recording of her original albums she’s in the process of reshaping the entire music industry in a way no band or artist ever has before. And oh yeah — she’s still only thirty-two . We dive into the incredible business story behind perhaps the new "last great American dynasty"... the TSwift empire.
Book mentions
5 book mentions in this episode.
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Books Mentioned
Taylor Swift, the Brightest Star
Michael Francis Taylor
“There is actually quite a good book out there. It's unofficial, of course, but it's really well researched by a man named Michael Francis Taylor, who is a Brit and is called Taylor Swift, the brightest star.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: Taylor Swift biography
For: Fans of Taylor Swift and those interested in music biographies
Key quote: “there is actually quite a good book out there. It's unofficial, of course, but it's really well researched by a man named Michael Francis Taylor, who is a Brit and is called Taylor Swift, the brightest star.”
The host mentions the book 'Taylor Swift, the Brightest Star' as a well-researched unofficial biography that provided valuable insights for their discussion. They express gratitude to the author, Michael Francis Taylor, for his contributions to understanding Taylor Swift's story.
ASIN: N/A
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“The excerpt mentions a book from the legendary music attorney Don Passman on the music business, which is on its 10th edition, indicating its relevance and updates over time.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: music business insights
For: Aspiring musicians and music industry professionals
Key quote: “The excerpt mentions a book from the legendary music attorney Don Passman on the music business, which is on its 10th edition, indicating its relevance and updates over time.”
The host highlights the ongoing relevance of Don Passman's book, which is now in its 10th edition, showcasing its updates and importance in the ever-evolving music industry. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of the music business.
ASIN: 0671761390
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“The excerpt mentions that Roy E. Disney was agitating on the board and the CEO transition, if you've read Ride of a Lifetime.”
Sentiment: Critical Analysis
Trigger: Taylor Swift's music rights
For: Fans of Taylor Swift and those interested in the music industry
Key quote: “Interestingly enough, they did this without talking to Taylor.”
The host references 'Ride of a Lifetime' to highlight the complexities of media deals and artist rights, particularly in relation to Taylor Swift's situation with her masters. The mention serves to underscore the importance of understanding the motivations behind such business decisions in the music industry.
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“The Donald Passman book is mentioned as being good and bringing up two points about the music industry's revenue changes over time.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: music industry revenue changes
For: Music industry professionals and artists
Key quote: “The Donald Passman book is so good and bringing up two points in the introduction.”
The host mentions 'The Donald Passman book' to highlight its insightful analysis of the music industry's revenue shifts from CDs to streaming. This book provides valuable context on consumer spending patterns and the evolving dynamics of music consumption.
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“The mention of the Michelle Obama book is used to illustrate how America picks one book a year to read together.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: book publishing dynamics
For: Readers interested in publishing trends and market dynamics.
Key quote: “At one point, I had a book agent tell me that America basically picks one book a year to all read together.”
The host mentions the Michelle Obama book to illustrate how America tends to collectively engage with a single book each year. This reference highlights the parallels between book publishing and other industries, such as music and venture capital, in terms of market dynamics and consumer behavior.
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