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⏩ One Liners: HYBE, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen + more

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One Liners - quickfire news from the music business • 3 min read

⏩ One Liners: HYBE, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen + more

HYBE, Teddy Swims, William Bell deals; Michael Jackson lawsuit; Splendour In The Grass cancelled; Great Escape speakers; Bruce Springsteen, ARIA awards; ‘This Is Spinal Tap 2’ cameos; Abbey Road Artist In Residence; Blockheads 45th anniversary shows; new music from John Cale, DIIV, Shygirl, Eivør…

Andy Malt & Chris Cooke • 27 Mar 2024

MPs hear about the crisis in grassroots live music - a ticket levy might help, but how would that work?

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Live industry news including ticketing, venues, festivals and more • 5 min read

MPs hear about the crisis in grassroots live music - a ticket levy might help, but how would that work?

The crisis in the grassroots live music sector was discussed in Parliament yesterday. A levy charged on tickets for the biggest shows could help address the issues, MPs were told. However, there is disagreement within the industry about how such a levy might work…

Chris Cooke • 27 Mar 2024

BBC boss says “bringing people together” is a priority, and future funding models must accommodate that objective

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BBC • 3 min read

BBC boss says “bringing people together” is a priority, and future funding models must accommodate that objective

The future of BBC funding is back in the spotlight following a speech by the broadcaster’s Director General Tim Davie. He announced a review of the licence fee funding model, but said that any changes in the future must accommodate the broadcaster’s key objectives…

Chris Cooke • 27 Mar 2024

Sean Combs’ lawyer slams "unprecedented ambush" following Monday’s raids

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Diddy • 3 min read

Sean Combs’ lawyer slams "unprecedented ambush" following Monday’s raids

Following the high profile raids on properties owned by Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, a lawyer for the musician has issued a statement criticising the tactics employed by US Homeland Security and insisting his client is “innocent and will continue to fight every single day to clear his name"…

Chris Cooke • 27 Mar 2024

Sean Combs properties raided in federal sex trafficking investigation

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Diddy • 3 min read

Sean Combs properties raided in federal sex trafficking investigation

US Homeland Security yesterday raided two properties owned by Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, reportedly as part of an investigation in relation to allegations of sex trafficking and sexual assault. The most recent civil lawsuit against Combs, filed by a former collaborator, has also been updated…

Chris Cooke • 26 Mar 2024

Nirvana ‘smiley face’ copyright dispute back in court

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Nirvana • 2 min read

Nirvana ‘smiley face’ copyright dispute back in court

A copyright dispute between Nirvana and fashion designer Marc Jacobs over a 2018 smiley face t-shirt based on the band’s merchandise was back in court yesterday. The current focus is a claim by former Geffen art director Robert Fisher that he owns the copyright in the original smiley face…

Chris Cooke • 26 Mar 2024

⏩ One Liners: Mariah Carey, UK Music, Spotify + more

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One Liners - quickfire news from the music business • 4 min read

⏩ One Liners: Mariah Carey, UK Music, Spotify + more

BROMIS x Soundmouse; Splash, Universal, Tencent exec moves; Astroworld lawsuit; Shindig Festival to close; Broadwick x TCE Presents; Mañana Electronic launches; Spotify adds e-learning; UK Music creator survey; Keychange manifesto; Mariah Carey award; new music from Kiasmos, Charlotte Day Wilson…

Andy Malt & Chris Cooke • 26 Mar 2024

US law firm announces investigation into Live Nation prompted by investor lawsuit

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Live Nation • 2 min read

US law firm announces investigation into Live Nation prompted by investor lawsuit

Last month a US court declined to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a Live Nation investor in relation to the allegations of anticompetitive conduct against the live giant. Now a law firm has announced its own investigation into whether Live Nation bosses breached their fiduciary duties to its shareholders…

Chris Cooke • 26 Mar 2024

⏩ One Liners: Nicki Minaj, Dua Lipa, Yungblud + more

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One Liners - quickfire news from the music business • 3 min read

⏩ One Liners: Nicki Minaj, Dua Lipa, Yungblud + more

FKP Scorpio UK + Communion Presents merge; Juan Carlos Cáceres deal; DEAG CEO steps down; Ninja Tune CEO statement; Nicki Minaj assault case; Frank Skinner to leave Absolute; Radio Caroline anniversary; Yungblud defends ticket prices; Prince musical; shows + new music from Dua Lipa, Karin Ann + more…

Andy Malt & Chris Cooke • 25 Mar 2024

Upsetting the Apple cart: app developers including Spotify, Deezer, Qobuz welcome US Justice Department lawsuit

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Apple • 3 min read

Upsetting the Apple cart: app developers including Spotify, Deezer, Qobuz welcome US Justice Department lawsuit

Last week the US Department Of Justice announced that it is suing Apple over allegations of anticompetitive conduct, including in relation to its App Store rules. That litigation has been welcomed by an organisation representing numerous app developers, including Spotify, Deezer and Qobuz…

Chris Cooke • 25 Mar 2024

Moscow terror attack venue owner vows to rebuild in memory of those who died

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Live industry news including ticketing, venues, festivals and more • 2 min read

Moscow terror attack venue owner vows to rebuild in memory of those who died

Governments across the world have condemned the terrorist attack that targeted innocent Russians attending a concert at the Crocus City Hall near Moscow on Friday. The venue’s owner, Crocus Group, has vowed to rebuild the complex, adding, “We will never forget those who fell victims to terrorists”…

Chris Cooke • 25 Mar 2024

YG Entertainment denies spending $30 million+ on re-signing Blackpink

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Blackpink • 2 min read

YG Entertainment denies spending $30 million+ on re-signing Blackpink

YG Entertainment spent 41.2 billion won on signing new deals last year. Not all of that went on its biggest deal, re-signing Blackpink, a spokesperson insists. Though for YG investors, that’s the deal that really matters, and the sooner Blackpink can get a new album out the better…

Chris Cooke • 25 Mar 2024