PLAYDIGM Entertainment Licensing & Branding

Michael Jackson’s estate has one of the most powerful brands on the planet and the potential to earn more than anyone expects.  Controlling his name and likeness will be critical to maintaining the brand now that he has passed away. Combine that marketing income, with his assets and their total earning potential should allow his estate to become a powerhouse of revenue.   Especially since he is not able to continue his multi-million dollar extravagant spending sprees anymore.

On CTV the other day, the announcer stated that the Michael Jackson brand could top $20 million US dollars a year and depending on the business decisions of the Jackson family, could be structured to top the Forbes highest deceased celebrity earners list within the year.

MJ’s music has been selling faster than at any time during his life (except maybe when his Thriller album was released).  Check out the brand new separate page for Amazon and you’ll see young Michael Jackson smiling at you to click and buy, making it quick and easy to purchase more Michael Jackson merchandise.

Forbes last year had Elvis Presley as the top deceased celebrity earner making over $50 million US per year for his estate.  Rumour has it, that this is more than The King ever made annually when he was alive.  With Graceland and tight fiscal control of Elvis’ image, the Presley estate revenue is secure.

So will the King of Pop dethrone The King?

My prediction is ‘Yes’ and I prefer Elvis’ music.  It’s just logical.  Jackson’s original mass audience is younger than Presley’s, which translates to more of his fans outliving Elvis fans. Based on my radio listening, I hear MJ’s music more often than Elvis’ and I listen to many different stations.

It will be interesting to see how the Jackson family manage Michael’s estate. I hope they are able to pay off his staggering debt and still have enough cash leftover so his children are taken care of.  Which will be the case I am sure.

I wonder if Paul McCartney will now be able to purchase the Beatles publishing catalog rights?   I think that would be fair…

Sandford Tuey

info@Playdigm.com

A new brand is about to be launched in British Columbia, Canada.

W.A.L.L. Music and Entertainment stands for ‘We All Love Live Music and Entertainment’.  It is a production, protection and promotion company that is about to launch its brand into the music and celebrity arena.

Our first ever event is BILL COSBY for two shows July 31, 2009 – 6:30pm and 9:30pm.  Tickets are $100 and $60 (plus service fees and taxes).  Enjoy the hilarious humour of this master comic in Penticton – where the sun and the fun never sets.

Our first Rock concert is MARIANAS TRENCH headlining on August 1, 2009. With Special Guests – FABER DRIVE, THE LATENCY and THE ARMCHAIR CYNICS. Tickets are only $20 or $47 (plus service fee and taxes). Perfect for the Penticton long weekend.

Both events are located at the Southern Okanagan Event Centre – 853 Eckhardt Avenue West, Penticton, British Columbia.

FOR TICKETS: Call – 877 763-2849

ONLINE - www.VALLEYFIRSTTIX.com

WALL Music and Entertainment looks forward to Rocking Your World at an event near you!

Sandford Tuey

Business Affairs

Have a great Canada Day today!

Fire up the BBQ and relax, enjoy the sun.  Celebrate Canada’s birth as a nation but remember to toast a drink high for our troops around the world risking their lives to keep our way of life free and democratic.

I like voting in true fair elections, human rights, free speech, free spirits, a free media, all women (and their rights), my made in North America car and our majestic country!   For I AM CANADIAN!

Let our nation be a beacon to the world that multiculturalism works.  When you become Canadian, leave your troubles behind, including the wars and other non-democratic systems.  Live life to the fullest and Peace on Earth for our children.

Have a great holiday!!!

Sandford Tuey  = 604 687-1836  = info@Playdigm.com

CANADIAN BY BIRTH – BRITISH COLUMBIA BY CHOICE!