On May 30, 2025, Taylor Swift announced she had bought back the master recordings of her first six albums, a significant move following a long-standing feud with Scooter Braun. Braun, a music manager, had acquired these masters in 2019 when his company, Ithaca Holdings, bought Big Machine Records for over $300 million. Swift had publicly criticized this acquisition, calling it her “worst-case scenario” and accusing Braun of “manipulative bullying.” In response to Swift’s recent purchase, Braun issued a five-word statement: “I am happy for her,” as reported by various news outlets.
The Event and Its Timing
Swift’s announcement came after years of re-recording her albums as “Taylor’s Version” (Fearless, Red, Speak Now, 1989), a strategy to regain control over her music. A source told People Magazine and other outlets, was brief: “I am happy for her.” This was reported on May 30, 2025, aligning with the current date of June 1, 2025, making it a recent event.
Broader Context and Related Issues
It’s worth noting that this event is part of a larger conversation about artist rights and control over music. The Guardian reported that previous estimates of the cost to buy back the masters (up to $1 billion) were inaccurately high, suggesting Swift’s deal was significant but not as costly as rumored. Reflect: How do you think this might influence future discussions on music industry practices, and what search topics might emerge, such as “Taylor Swift master recordings controversy”?
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