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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,
Get Ready for the Next Revolution After 30 Years
When the digital age dawned, the independent music community faced a massive, invisible wall: Market Access. This was the core
Massive Attack and Dublin Club show politically charged kit
Massive Attack and Dublin Club Weave Politics and Purpose into a Legendary Jersey When art meets activism, the resulting collaboration
MUTEK elevates live electronic music performance photos
What exactly does it mean to be “live” in the world of electronic music? For many, the answer lies in
Boost Fan Engagement with New Instagram Updates
Instagram is constantly evolving, but the platform just dropped a game-changing update designed to revolutionize how artists and venues engage
Ticketing Fees Up What Do Festivals Get in Return
The world of live events—festivals, concerts, and major gatherings—is a massive global market, estimated at $1.5 trillion. Yet, the actual
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
Official Charts unlocks data vault with new PRO platform
The music industry is a whirlwind of streaming, algorithms, and endless marketing decisions. To navigate this complex landscape, artists, labels,
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
Fire Up Orbital Winamp is back
Somewhere, a quiet folder of badly labeled MP3s felt a tremor. The desktop music player that helped define the early
Tide Rises Lifts All Boats
The music industry is currently standing at a fascinating, volatile crossroads, a space defined by the collision of creative artistry
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
Unit1 Makes Avatar Concerts Easier to Produce
The phrase “Avatar concert” sounds like something out of a science fiction movie, suggesting holograms or AI-generated performers. But what
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
MX LONELY as a Pro Exorcist on Stage
The sound of MX LONELY is a raw, infectious force, blending the intensity of heavygaze with lyrics that manage to
Fans Love Live Events But Don’t Trust Tickets
In the high-stakes world of live music, the experience of getting a ticket is often as emotional as the performance
K-Pop Labels Unlock Artist Universes
Seoul Traders: How Korean Labels Are Building Beyond the Song The world of K-pop is more than just catchy melodies
Ed Sheeran Macklemore Tour Fallout
The Price of Protest: How a Stage Show Became a Political Battleground A seemingly simple stage performance can ignite a
Artist Hacking & Streaming 2.0 Updates | Your Morning Coffee
The Wild Ride of Modern Music: AI, Legislation, and the Streaming Future The music industry is currently navigating a spectacular
New YouTube Rules Change Music Marketing
YouTube recently tossed out the old rules for measuring success, fundamentally reshaping how creators and artists track their impact. Moving