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Robert Palmer estate strikes deal for music and likeness rights
The sheer volume of musical history contained within one artist’s catalog is often staggering, but for Robert Palmer, the numbers
YouTube extends Coachella livestream deal with Goldenvoice through 2030
The Exclusive Beat: How Goldenvoice and YouTube Are Shaping the Future of Live Music In the ever-evolving world of music
Kakao founder faces 15-year prison plea in SM stock appeal
Kakao Founder Denies Allegations in High-Profile Legal Dispute The legal and corporate landscape surrounding Kakao Corp. has recently taken a
Sony Music joins AI policy coalition with Disney BBC NYT
The Soundtrack of Policy: How Music is Joining the AI Conversation The world of music is poised at a fascinating
US/UK superstar artist share fell since 2021
The Shifting Soundscape: How Global Music Consumption is Redefining Superstar Fame The landscape of global music is constantly evolving, and
Outkast sues Ovrkast over nearly identical name
The Name Game: Inside the High-Stakes Battle Over a Rapper’s Brand In the cutthroat world of music branding, names are
HYBE CINE FEST: BTS, SEVENTEEN, TXT, ENHYPEN content hits 60 territories
HYBE CINE FEST 2026 Set to Light Up Theaters This October Get ready for a cinematic celebration! The highly anticipated
Drake appeals UMG over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’
The legal saga surrounding the intellectual property rights in music continues to unfold, culminating in a critical hearing that could
Ford and Shamrock buy audiobook publisher for $400M+
Podium is Ready to Ride the Audio Revolution The global audio market is undergoing a profound transformation, and at the
Snoop Dogg’s Doggyland joins Big Feelings Music
The world of children’s entertainment and music is buzzing with a fresh wave of collaboration, bringing a unique blend of
Suno AI trained on user creations amid lawsuit
The music industry is currently navigating a choppy legal waters, with major players engaging in increasingly high-stakes copyright battles. Most
GRAI acquires social music platform Hangout
Hangout Unleashes a Symphony of 100 Million Tracks A new era in music discovery has officially begun. In November 2024,
Vinyl counterfeiter jailed for $3.6M fake Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar records
Rehan Ahmed amassed a staggering fortune of £2.7 million, or approximately $3.6 million USD, through the production of counterfeit vinyl
Judge explains StubHub ruling: ‘Buy Now’ click bars class actions
The high-stakes world of online transactions often requires legal intervention, and recently, a pivotal ruling in a major dispute sent
Unit1 Studio raises $20M for avatar concert production
The music world is witnessing a seismic shift, driven by digital innovation and ambitious funding. A new enterprise is not
Apple builds 600-seat London music venue with studios and control room
The Future of Live Music is Here: Artists Leave the Apple Music Hall with Full Production Assets The way music
BeatHub buys Movistar Arena
The ownership structure of major entertainment venues often involves a fascinating dance between corporate control and operational management. In the
Music Act heads to Trump after House vote
A Soundtrack for Travel: How Music Could Redefine American Tourism Promotion The next chapter in how America promotes its incredible
Label sues distributor over missing royalty statements
Music Royalty Battle Escalates: My Block Records Seeks Major Damages The high-stakes world of music royalties is currently facing a
HYBE and Musicow leaders named vice chairs of Korea Venture Business Association
The intersection of massive content creation and dynamic investment is shaping the future of South Korea’s economic landscape. A significant
Rock stars and $3.2M raised at gala for Coran Capshaw
A spectacular evening of music and industry recognition recently unfolded at a gala dedicated to celebrating the legacy of the
Universal and Sony sue Suno for v6 models again
The intersection of cutting-edge artificial intelligence and ancient copyright law has reached a stunning financial precipice. When discussing the potential
Sound designers launch alliance to fight AI scraping
Fighting the Future of Sound: How a New Alliance is Protecting Creative Data The creative world, particularly the specialized fields
Oasis Live ’27 onsale scrapped: 5 facts you must know
In a landscape often defined by long queues and frantic bidding wars, the path to securing tickets for a major
SoundExchange opens royalty flows with UAE MusicNation
Music royalties are increasingly complex, navigating a web of international rights and collection bodies. A significant step in ensuring fair