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Music Sales and Merchandise Surge Following Recent Celebrity Deaths
Record labels and retailers report a sharp increase in catalog sales and official merchandise following the passing of several prominent musicians. Industry analysts note that fan tributes and renewed streaming activity are driving these posthumous commercial peaks.
31 Aug, 18:00 — 31 Aug, 21:28
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forbes12h ago
Whitney Houston’s Blockbuster Reaches A New Peak After Another Star’s Death
Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You" returns to multiple charts in the U.K. and reaches a new all-time high on one list following Dolly Parton's death.
By Hugh McIntyre, Senior Contributor
Read full article →billboardMostly Factual8h ago
Dolly Parton’s Official Merch Is a Reflection of the Late Singer’s Big, Bold Personality: Shop Here
Since her death, fans are rushing to buy Dolly Parton merch. These official items from her store include some of the singer's best quotes.
By Sophie Dunne
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First report: forbes · 31 Aug, 18:00|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h
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