Gossip galore from the upper echelons of Warner Music. First, some concerns that the major is failing to perform well on the US charts, and that the company's forthcoming release schedule is not likely to address that problem. Some reckon too much time was spent on last year's merger talks and Bronfmann takeover, and that is now affecting artistic output. Meanwhile some gossipers say there is some disagreement between Jason Flom and Craig Kallman - who are running the recently merged Warner division Atlantic Elektra - who are said to have different ideas of what artists they should be signing.
Finally, word is that the co-owners of Warners division Maverick (Madonna excluded - she's a bit busy touring just now) have been back into talks with the Warner top guard regarding their current legal dispute. Essentially both sides want to part company - but there is disagreement as to who should get the imprint's roster and who owes who what money. Despite deciding to go the court route, word is Warners may try to make Maverick's owners a buyout offer to get the matter resolved quickly.