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France music market grows 3.5% with streaming revenue up 7.5%
The music industry is currently navigating a fascinating frontier: the rapidly evolving intersection of creativity and artificial intelligence. As AI-generated
The Weeknd tour grosses $345m and draws 2.3m fans
The global appetite for the latest musical spectacle proved immense, as a recent leg of the tour captivated an audience
In the Trenches with Gideon Amelkin of Groot Hospitality
The world of live music marketing isn’t just about booking a show; it’s about orchestrating unforgettable, high-energy experiences. Behind the
Altın Gün refused to translate their music for America
The world of music is constantly debating the line between tradition and trend, but a Dutch-Turkish group called Altın Gün
Decoding the Music Industrial Advice Complex
The Echo of Eisenhower: Unmasking the Music Industry’s Advice Complex In 1961, President Dwight Eisenhower issued a famous farewell address,
NIVA rivals slam Live Nation DOJ settlement
The legal battle over the future of live entertainment is heating up, as widespread public and industry backlash targets the
Music publishing hub opens in London by Patrick Moxey
The engine room of modern music creation isn’t just about talent; it’s about the space where that talent is nurtured,
Spotify turns RNB X playlist into a Dallas festival with Live Nation Urban
The next major celebration of R&B culture is setting up camp in North Texas, promising a night of iconic talent
Kidding Aside launches publishing venture with Warner Chappell
In the dynamic world of music publishing and independent artistry, influence is often measured by the relationships that are forged,
First Albums, Live Shows, and Memorable Concert Moments
Some stories are born not in boardrooms or concert halls, but in the dusty aisles of a garage sale or
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,
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,
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