Emeli Sandé signs new publishing deal with Reservoir
Reservoir has signed Emeli Sandé to a new publishing deal covering her upcoming album and future works, with a release expected in 2022.…
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Australian collecting society revokes honorary award from axed Sony Music chief
APRA AMCOS has revoked the Ted Albert Award it gave Denis Handlin in 2009, following the earlier revocations by QMusic and ARIA.…
Apple Music unveils mid-price subscription package
Apple Music has launched Voice Plan, a $4.99 a month subscription accessed through Siri, offering a cheaper entry point to its catalogue in seventeen markets.…
Michael Jackson estate forces Belgian radio show to change name
The Michael Jackson estate has forced Belgian broadcaster VRT's radio quiz 'King Of Pop' to change its name, as the phrase is a trademark owned by Triumph International.…
Jay-Z's private investigator monitors supposedly COVID concerned witness as perfume dispute gets to court
Jay-Z's lawyers say a private investigator found a former Parlux president was not being honest about COVID concerns, as the perfume dispute heads to court.…
Lil Wayne's legal battle with former manager dismissed on jurisdiction grounds
A lawsuit by Lil Wayne's former manager and lawyer Ron Sweeney has been dismissed on jurisdiction grounds, though he could refile in another US state.…
Primary Wave announces deal with Gerry Goffin estate
Primary Wave Music has acquired a stake in the revenues from the catalogue of songwriter Gerry Goffin, reportedly worth $20 million.…
One Liners: Snoop Dogg, Becky Hill, The Horrors, more
Snoop Dogg has postponed UK and Ireland dates, PRS For Music has made an appointment, and a range of artists including Becky Hill and The Horrors have released new music.…
Spirit Music owner announces $500 million alliance with investment group
Lyric Capital Group, owner of Spirit Music Group, has announced a $500 million alliance with Northleaf Capital Partners, which leads a consortium of investors.…
Coldplay announce plans for environmentally friendly world tour
Coldplay have announced plans for their 2022 'Music Of The Spheres' tour, including renewable energy, kinetic dance floors and a commitment to halve emissions compared with their 2016-17 tour.…
US music publishers to push for new streaming rate of 20%
US music publishers are set to push for the streaming royalty rate for songs to rise to 20% for 2023 to 2027, as the appeal of the previous ruling is still pending.…
Cher sues Sonny Bono's widow in termination rights dispute
Cher has sued Mary Bono and the Bono Collection Trust, arguing that US copyright termination rights should not undo her 1978 agreement for 50% of royalties from her work with Sonny Bono.…