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6 Live Tours You Must See

The live music landscape is constantly shifting, and what artists are choosing to do on the road tells a fascinating

Bandzoogle: Upgrade Stores & Get Pre-order Codes and Tips

Bandzoogle Unlocks New Tools for Artists to Boost Direct-to-Fan Sales For independent musicians, the journey from creating art to selling

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

Discover Music Faster via Social Platforms

The way we discover music is undergoing a seismic shift. For artists and music marketers, the friction between listening to

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

Patreon growth shrinks its team

When a platform that claims to champion human creativity cuts its own staff, it sends ripples through the creator economy.

Gen Z Concerts: Why the Trip is Worth It

The New Sound of Live Music: How Gen Z Is Rewriting the Rules The live music world is in a

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

Pigeon, Metallica Covers, and Concert Chaos: A Handstamp Interview

Some experiences quietly recalibrate your perspective, making you feel overwhelmingly grateful for the truly special moments in life. For me,

Ari Gelaw promoted to SVP, Creative A&R at Sony Music

The strategic positioning within the music industry often involves navigating complex organizational structures, and recent developments confirm continued stability for

Snapchat Snap Map lets users share Spotify songs

Snapchat Turns Music into a Map: Introducing Now Playing The way we share our surroundings and our experiences is constantly

The 1B Stream Secrets to Music Growth in 2026

The music streaming world has long been obsessed with headline numbers: viral spikes, massive playlist placements, and millions of streams.

Morning Coffee with Dan Mackta about Qobuz

A Conversation on the Cutting Edge of Audio Streaming In an increasingly crowded digital landscape, the pursuit of truly high-resolution

9 Trends to Sell Out Live Music Shows in 2026

The Future is Live: Nine Game-Changing Trends Redefining Music Marketing in 2026 The landscape of live music marketing is undergoing

Patreon lays off 20% of staff in historic cuts

The world of digital creators is constantly evolving, and even the most established platforms must navigate powerful currents of change.

Billie Joe Armstrong crashes Comic-Con with ‘Basket Case’ ice cream truck show

The road to stardom often involves a dash of chaos, but sometimes the most memorable moments happen when a rock

Indonesia scraps music fees to build national database

Unlocking Indonesia’s Melody: New Steps for Music Copyright Registration The landscape of creative intellectual property is constantly evolving, and in

Qobuz syncs lyrics in real-time for all subscribers

The way we consume music is about to get a serious visual upgrade. Qobuz has just rolled out a redesigned

Shakira & Burna Boy’s anthem blocks chart record battle

The battle for the coveted UK chart crown is heating up, pitting a newly established record against a pulsating world

Sam Fender & Olivia Dean’s ‘Rein Me In’ chart-topping success

The summer of 2025 brought a seismic shift in British music, highlighted by a performance at the London Stadium that