Industry
Iconic Dolly Parton Photos for Your Wall Gallery
It is a familiar human struggle to reconcile the image we hold of ourselves with the image the world sees.
Former Carlin Music CEO Caroline Bienstock Dies at 68
The music industry has lost a formidable figure with the passing of Caroline Bienstock, who died in New York on
Billboard Predicts 2026 CMA Award Nominees
The anticipation is palpable as the nominations for the 60th annual CMA Awards are just around the corner. While the
Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker ends autograph signings
Some celebrities prefer to keep a little distance between themselves and their massive fan base, and for Tame Impala frontman
Suno challenges UMG and Sony over stream ripping and AI training
The digital music landscape is currently being reshaped by an intriguing collision of cutting-edge artificial intelligence and long-standing copyright law.
Filmmakers Embrace Concerts
The Lost Magic of the Live Stage: Why Cinema is Taking Back the Concert Live music has never been more
Reliant Music scales dance records globally with Warner Music Group
In the ever-evolving landscape of global music, successful artists require more than just brilliant songwriting—they need robust infrastructure to reach
Spotify hires Niklas Brantberg for Nordics role
Niklas Brantberg is bringing a rich history of music leadership and label expertise to Spotify as its new Managing Director
UMG buys back nearly €1 billion in shares this year
UMG’s Share Buyback Hits Nuance as First Tranche Closes The Universal Music Group (UMG) recently navigated a significant financial move,
Billboard expands chart eligibility to Smart Media Albums
The way we discover, collect, and engage with music is constantly changing, and the charts reflecting this evolution are finally
11 Music Distributors Beyond Expectation
Navigating the Digital Symphony: Which Distributor is Right for Your Music? The journey from studio creation to global streaming can
Own your masters lose control of your catalog
The music business constantly whispers the same mantra to independent artists: own your masters. It sounds simple, and legally, it
Suno steals artist identities Jason Isbell wants to stop
The music industry is facing an existential crisis, and the battleground is no longer just about master recordings and copyright.
5 Epic Live Tours Coming Up
The world of live music touring is undergoing a fascinating evolution, moving away from sprawling, conventional routes toward highly focused,
Stevie Wonder Songs in the Key of Life 50th Anniversary Tour Dates
Stevie Wonder Launches Global Tour to Celebrate 50 Years of a Musical Masterpiece Music legend Stevie Wonder is hitting the
Yuridia Las Cartas Sobre La Mesa Tour 2027 Dates Announced
Yuridia Hits the Road: Regional Queen Launches Las Cartas Sobre La Mesa Tour in the U.S. The undisputed queen of
John Legend announces ‘Muse’ album and ‘Daylight’ song
The intersection of classic elegance and modern rhythm has delivered something truly groundbreaking in the music world. When superstar artists
Rosanne Cash delays shows for medical emergency
The road to the next great performance has hit a temporary pause for singer Rosanne Cash, who has postponed a
Crush Your Live Show Like a Party
Want to Crush Your Next Live Show? Treat It Like a Party! Playing a killer set is essential, but simply
Music Industry News and Updates
The Pulse of the Scene: Why Industry News Matters More Than Ever In the fast-paced world of music, staying ahead
Weverse data leak exposes 422k accounts including payment details
The Digital Fallout: Unpacking the Weverse Data Leak In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital entertainment, the security of fan
Chartmetric launches AI agent Flow: Beyond a chatbot
The Future of Data Analysis: How AI Agent Flow is Revolutionizing Subscriber Options A significant shift is underway in the
Samantha Juneman joins Mattel as Head of Music from Iconic Artists Group
Samantha Juneman Takes the Helm at Mattel, Ushering in a New Era for Musical Franchises The world of children’s entertainment
Sina Hall hired by AEG to build country music business in Germany
New Talent Fuels Music Ambitions as Sina Hall Joins AEG Presents The world of live music promotion is buzzing with
Billy Joel Mourns Loss of Early Bandmate Jon Small
Jon Small, the drummer and long-time bandmate of Billy Joel, has passed away. This news brings into focus the intricate