One Liners: LadBaby, The Kunts, Aaliyah, more
A round-up of publishing deals including Warner Chappell renewing George Michael's catalogue, Sony confirming Bruce Springsteen, and Reservoir signing Snarky Puppy's Michael League.…
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Night Time Industries Association calls for urgent sector support as "pseudo-lockdown" goes into force
The Night Time Industries Association calls for urgent financial support as government messaging creates a pseudo-lockdown for hospitality and live entertainment without new aid.…
Model suing Cardi B wants to bring up mixtape royalties in court
Model Kevin Brophy wants to present Cardi B's royalties from her 2016 mixtape at trial over the use of his tattooed back on its cover, and her team objects.…
Bruce Springsteen reportedly sells music rights to Sony for $500 million
Bruce Springsteen has reportedly sold his recordings and publishing catalogue to Sony Music for at least $500 million, the biggest such deal of its kind so far.…
Sony Music and Anghami launch new label focused on Middle Eastern talent
Sony Music and streaming service Anghami have launched Vibe Music Arabia, a joint venture label for independent Arabic artists, led by Rami Zeidan from TikTok.…
One Liners: George Harrison, Virgin Music, Alesso & Katy Perry, more
A round-up of industry moves including Nikola Jovanovic's new Virgin Music division in the West Balkans, Peter de Mönnink as ICE CEO, and new releases.…
Grassroots venues back on the brink as a result of omicron and confused government messaging
The Music Venue Trust warns grassroots venues are on the brink of collapse after Parliament approved COVID Passport checks for clubs, which the NTIA says will hurt trade.…
Coachella promoter sues over rival Coachella festival in Coachella
AEG's Goldenvoice has sued over Coachella Day One 22, a New Year's festival in Coachella, after earlier taking action against the Carchella car shows.…
Feeder and Sea Power partner with Absolute Label Services and Townsend Music
Feeder and Sea Power will release new albums next year through Absolute Label Services and Townsend Music, with Townsend's D2C Plus service used for both.…
YouTube channel operator TheSoul Publishing announces Believe alliance
YouTube channel operator TheSoul Publishing has partnered with Believe to distribute and promote its growing music division across streaming platforms.…
Downtown announces more executive promotions
Downtown Music Services has promoted Bruce Lampcov, Sean McGraw, Emily Stephenson and Frank Pagano to new executive roles in its US offices.…
Warner Music launches Atlantic Records Germany
Warner Music has launched Atlantic Records Germany, focusing on German hip hop, with Austrian rapper Yung Hurn as its first signing.…