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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