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The Great Music Reckoning: How Platforms, Press, and People Are Redefining the Industry The music world is currently undergoing a
Build a Smart Merch Strategy for Artists
The Art of the Sale: Building a Smarter Merch Strategy for Independent Artists Independent artists are doing incredible work—planning releases,
The Trenches with Said Yassin of It’s Ok Studios
In the heart of Toronto’s historic Queen West neighbourhood, an independent arts space is doing more than just existing—it’s shaping
Shop music now on Bandcamp Friday
Get ready to tune in, music lovers! The movement that puts artists directly in control of their earnings is back
J-pop giant opens first US HQ in California
ASOBISYSTEM has officially marked a monumental moment for Japanese popular music in North America, announcing that its launch represents the
Music Industry tries to guess the AI recipe
The music industry is currently wrestling with a monumental question: how do we navigate the arrival of artificial intelligence? This
AI music deals will boost streaming revenue for Warner Music by 2026
The Licensing Play: How Music Deals are Set to Fuel Streaming Growth In the evolving landscape of digital music monetization,
Spotify removed 75 million AI music tracks
The Great Music Clean-Up: How Spotify is Fighting the Flood of AI Slop The world of music is vast, offering
I finally heard my songs after 30 long years
For nearly three decades, a trove of musical genius remained locked away—in notebooks. The lyrics were written, the melodies dreamed,
Labels Lose Control of Their Catalogs
The magic of music often seems simple: a song, some artists, and a release date. But behind the glossy artwork
India’s shift to a personality-led show business economy
The Global Stage: Why India’s Music Economy is Ready for an International Leap In the dynamic landscape of global entertainment,
10 Music Business Podcasts You Need to Hear Now
The music industry is a whirlwind. New streaming rules emerge weekly, AI companies are popping up faster than ever, touring
Veeps Gut Brooklyn Vegan Music Event
The foundations of independent music culture are shaking. In a decisive blow to the music media landscape, Veeps”>Veeps, the ticketed
Press your AI songs onto vinyl records with Suno
The future of music production is getting wonderfully analog, thanks to a groundbreaking new service merging artificial intelligence with classic
WMG Q2 Revenue Jumps 9.3% to $1.86B Streaming up 11%
Warner Music Group Posts Strong Q2 Financial Results The music industry just got a boost, with Warner Music Group releasing
Sentinel screens Suno’s AI output for copyright infringement
The AI Soundtrack Dilemma: How Suno and Musixmatch Are Navigating Copyright The rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence is creating
Live Music Events and Industry Trends
The Live Music Ecosystem: Talent Moves, Tech Partnerships, and New Ventures The world of live music is currently buzzing with
Triangle raises $15M as Roger Field joins leadership
Triangle Rises as Asia-Pacific’s Premier Live Entertainment Platform Triangle is rapidly solidifying its position as a powerhouse in the live
TikTok closes Nashville Music Row office and lays off staff two years later
The Nashville music scene is always buzzing with change, and recently, a significant chapter in that evolution involved the shifting
CEO drops direct infringement claim in $3B music lawsuit
The Great Song Copyright Battle: When Publishers and Rights Holders Clash Over Thousands of Tracks In the high-stakes world of
Symphonic and ArtyShield stop unauthorized AI use of artist music
In the rapidly evolving landscape of music distribution, protecting artistic integrity has never been more critical. As artificial intelligence tools
UMG asks court to dismiss musician union lawsuit over Udio AI deal
Big Music and the AI Frontier: A Legal Battle for the Future of the Industry In an era defined by
AI: Creating music or defining desire
The digital symphony is evolving faster than ever, driven by artificial intelligence that is rapidly reshaping the landscape of music
Court moves copyright case against Udio from Illinois to New York
The legal battle over the ownership and rights surrounding artificial intelligence-generated music has reached a critical juncture, as a federal
AI makes visuals for Saregama’s catalog refreshing Gen Z music
AI Revolutionizing Legacy: How Saregama is Redefining Indian Music with Artificial Intelligence In an industry built on rich, timeless melodies,