Four Tet and Domino in court over sales v licence digital royalties dispute
Four Tet is in a legal dispute with Domino Records over whether a 2001 contract's licensing royalty applies to digital and streaming income.…
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Universal Music Australia launches investigation into inappropriate workplace culture
Universal Music has launched an internal investigation into alleged bullying, harassment and discrimination at its Australian offices, with law firm Seyfarth Shaw hired to lead it.…
BBC jingle maker says PRS royalty distribution policies are “heavily influenced by the interests of its more powerful members”
Production company Delicious Digital is suing PRS, alleging its royalty distribution policies favour powerful members, after its collective licensing income fell sharply.…
Stream-ripping sites FLVTO, 2conv and Y2Mate all block users in the US and UK
The operator of stream-ripping sites FLVTO and 2conv has blocked users in the US and UK, as the labels seek a default judgement in their lawsuit against him.…
Hipgnosis acquires Christine McVie catalogue
Hipgnosis has acquired the songwriting catalogue of Christine McVie, following Lindsey Buckingham's earlier deal with the music rights firm.…
UK government finally launches a state-backed COVID cancellation insurance scheme for festivals and events
The UK government has launched a state-backed insurance scheme for live events, partnering with Lloyd's and insurers to cover losses from COVID-related cancellations.…
Music industry comments on the UK government's state-backed COVID cancellation insurance scheme
Music industry bodies have welcomed the UK government's state-backed COVID cancellation insurance scheme for live events, while noting details still need assessing.…
Major record companies sue US net firm Charter for a second time
The major labels have sued Charter Communications over its alleged failure to deal with repeat infringers, a case that follows an earlier legal battle that is still ongoing.…
Aaliyah estate hits out at plans to finally release singer's catalogue on streaming services
Aaliyah's estate has criticised plans by Blackground Records and Empire to release her catalogue on streaming services, describing the move as unscrupulous.…
Charli XCX to host new Radio 1 podcast, Best Song Ever
Charli XCX will host 'Best Song Ever', a new BBC Radio 1 podcast in which guests choose songs for various life situations, with its first episode out Monday.…
A streamlined Edinburgh Festival kicks off today after 2020's COVID-caused cancellation
The 2021 Edinburgh Festival returns in a streamlined form with fewer shows, mixing in-person and digital events after last year's cancellation.…
One Liners: The Weeknd, Nas, Vince Staples, more
A roundup of appointments, releases and gig announcements, including RCA UK promotions and Duran Duran's collaboration with Chai.…