Tina Turner

The news articles mention Tina Turner in the context of Bertelsmann's BMG acquiring rights to the music of prominent artists. Bertelsmann, a major media company, has invested heavily in the music industry, particularly in Nashville and country music. BMG, Bertelsmann's music arm, has spent over $1.5 billion acquiring rights to the works of musicians like Tina Turner, Mötley Crüe, and John Legend. This acquisition is part of a larger trend of artists selling their music catalogs, as seen with Britney Spears and other musicians. While the articles don't focus solely on Tina Turner, her inclusion in the list of artists whose rights have been acquired highlights her enduring legacy and the continued value of her musical catalog in the current music market.