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Spotify reshapes music leadership with new VP and Head of Editorial roles
Spotify Redefines Its Music Voice with New Editorial Structure Spotify is making significant adjustments to its internal structure, signaling a
BMG revenue up 8.1% Concord merger closing Q3
The music business continues to show robust momentum, with BMG reporting encouraging financial results for the first half of 2026.
Warner Music and ADA Central Europe strike deal with Tonherd
The End-to-End Sound: How Tonherd is Redefining the Indie Music Landscape In the dynamic and rapidly evolving world of independent
Reservoir acquires 10M subs and signs 30KEY
The world of devotional and spiritual music is rich with stories, and few catalogs hold the weight and warmth of
Judge clears UMG Sony on Suno stream ripping for AI training
The legal battle surrounding music recordings has hit a significant roadblock, as a judge recently denied a key request from
Authentic Brands Group acquires Drake’s OVO IP
In a significant move reshaping the landscape of luxury lifestyle brands, the OVO entity is undergoing a pivotal transition under
Sony Music Publishing wins Publisher of the Year award
A Symphony of Success: Publisher Lands Major Award for R&B and Hip-Hop Impact In the competitive world of music publishing,
Fund names 17 grantees investing $6M
The Warner Music Blavatnik Social Justice Fund is setting the stage for significant cultural and philanthropic impact, launching a new
Beggars Group hits $177M revenue as XL pays $23M dividend
XL’s Global Reign: How Six New Albums Fueled an International Empire The music world is buzzing with the creative output
ElevenLabs adds song editing to ElevenMusic amid AI rivalry
The AI Revolution in Music: How Anyone Can Become a Producer The landscape of music creation is undergoing a dramatic
Judge refuses to dismiss Suno artist AI claims
The legal battle raging over the intersection of artificial intelligence and music copyright has reached a fascinating, if somewhat anticlimactic,
Luminate AI labels hit CONNECT later this year
Luminate Tackles the AI Music Revolution with Global Identification Framework The music industry is facing an unprecedented technological shift, driven
SoundCloud artists now sell downloads with zero commission
Artists Take Control: New Platform Beta Fuels Direct Sales Revolution The landscape of music distribution is undergoing a subtle but
Do what you love and drop the pressure Gabe Simon
The Philosophy of the Producer: How Gabe Simon Navigates Success and Inspiration In the world of music, where massive creative
ARIA blocks AI music from Australian charts
New Rules for the Music Charts: Understanding the Latest ARIA Code The world of music charting is constantly evolving, driven
Tributes pour in for Dolly Parton
The final chapter of Dolly Parton’s life, while inevitably heartbreaking, was marked by a remarkable display of strength and grace.
Universal, Sony, Warner join $76M funding in Stability AI
The future of entertainment is being coded, and the music industry is leading the charge. Three of the world’s largest
Suno and Anthropic lawsuits: model weights, extraction tools, and $75M
The legal battleground surrounding artificial intelligence and its creative output is heating up, as a major developer signals intent to
Sony Music sues Kroger over social media ad copyright
The intersection of commerce, creativity, and copyright is often a complex, high-stakes negotiation, and a recent legal challenge highlights the
Olivia Rodrigo fights scalpers over canceled tickets
The hunt for coveted event tickets often turns into a digital obstacle course, and for some fans, the challenge of
DSW settles music dispute with Sony Music over ads
A significant step forward has been made in the ongoing negotiations between Sony and a key retailer concerning the use
Gabz Landman promoted to EVP at Warner Chappell Music
The music industry landscape is constantly shifting, and at Warner Chappell Music, executive leadership continues to evolve. A significant internal
Vanessa Bosåen exits Virgin Music Group UK leadership
The journey from founding an independent label to steering a global music empire is a testament to vision and relentless
Universal Music Poland acquires Kayax Records home to Brodka Nosowska
Beyond the Records: Universal Music Poland Expands Reach with Strategic Talent Deal Universal Music Poland is demonstrating a sophisticated approach
Spotify boosts buyback program to $2.2B
In a significant move reflecting strong corporate confidence, Spotify’s Board of Directors has officially approved an expansion of its share