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WMG streaming revenue jumps 11% in Q2 despite tough quarter

The music industry continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, and at the heart of this stability is the impressive financial performance

Clique Apps launches standalone fan apps for individual artists

The Rise of Standalone Superfans: How Clique is Redefining Artist Engagement In the crowded landscape of music fan engagement, where

TREBEL acquires Superfan platform Sesh to expand artist services across the Americas

The Instant Connection: How Sesh’s Technology is Rewriting the Rules of Fandom The world of music is built on connection,

Live Nation partners to build South America’s largest indoor arena

Setting the Bar High: São Paulo Arena Promises World-Class Entertainment Infrastructure A major new chapter in South American entertainment infrastructure

Drake stream lawsuit paused for arbitration

The legal maneuvering surrounding the high-profile dispute involving Drake and Stake has hit a significant procedural pause, effectively halting certain

Tom Corson promoted to COO of Warner Music Group

Tom Corson Takes the Helm as Chief Operating Officer of Warner Music Group The leadership landscape at Warner Music Group

Suno loses German copyright lawsuit

The digital music landscape is currently wrestling with one of the biggest legal battles of the age: the intersection of

Sony music revenue hit $3.12B in Q2 2026 up 12.7% YoY

The Enduring Magic of Thriller: How Michael Jackson’s Legacy Continues to Dominate In a world constantly searching for new sounds,

$3.83B driven by Noah Kahan, BTS, Drake & more

UMG Delivers Strong Quarterly Results Amidst Shifting Music Landscape The music industry, a vibrant and ever-evolving ecosystem, recently provided a

UMG India: New releases exclusive to paid streamers for 72 hours

UMG Chairman Signals Major Shift During Earnings Call The music industry witnessed a significant development during the recent earnings call

Grammys CEO saddened by BTS award skip and category defense

The world of music has continually evolved, but certain artistic movements deserve dedicated recognition. As industry leaders look to broaden

Independents will become rarer and more valuable next decade

The Gold Rush of Indie: Why Independent Music is Set to Become the New Luxury In an industry often defined

Developers sue SoundPatrol over unpaid copyright software work

Soundpatrol recently stepped into the fascinating, and often fraught, intersection of artificial intelligence and intellectual property rights, forming a significant

Influence Media Partners acquires Anthem Entertainment catalogs for $600M+

The Soundtrack of Tomorrow: How Catalog Acquisitions Are Reshaping Entertainment In the dynamic world of media and entertainment, large-scale catalog

Deezer subs grow but total base falls

A Financial Uphill Battle: Company Achieves Significant Profit Reversal The corporate landscape saw a major financial turnaround in the first

BTS holds back ‘Arirang’ from 2027 Grammy race

The universal language of music often serves as a powerful reminder that true artistry knows no borders. At the heart

HYBE shutters AI voice company Supertone after $35M investment

HYBE Reportedly Exploring Exit for AI Voice Technology Assets The massive entertainment conglomerate HYBE is reportedly engaged in discussions to

Musicians’ union sues Universal Warner over Suno Udio AI deals

The music industry is at a fascinating, often turbulent crossroads, where centuries of creative ownership meet the lightning speed of

Ariana Grande sues hackers for stolen music sold on dark web

The Digital Heist: Ariana Grande Takes Legal Action Against Dark Web Hackers In a dramatic move that highlights the increasingly

US consumers wary yet willing about AI entertainment

The AI Paradox: Are We Ready for Entertainment’s Algorithmic Future? The world of entertainment is undergoing a profound transformation, driven

States cite ruling to defend Live Nation monopoly verdict

The Legal Battle Over Tying Claims: Live Nation Defends Its Market Position In the ongoing legal discussions surrounding market dominance,

Bad Bunny nets $467.5M on world tour

Shakira’s Tour Misses Historic Mark in Latin Music Earnings The realm of global music tours is filled with record-breaking spectacles,

Too Lost partners with Roblox to bring independent music to games

Music Royalty Hits the Metaverse: Four Artists Unleash Tracks on Roblox Creators The digital landscape of virtual spaces is constantly

Rod Smallwood: Respect your fans above everything

The Unbreakable Pact: How Honesty Fuels Iron Maiden’s Global Journey As heavy metal titans Iron Maiden celebrate half a century