Massive Attack sell recordings catalogue
Massive Attack's Robert Del Naja and Grant Marshall have sold their rights in the band's five studio albums to Round Hill Music.…
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Scorpions extend BMG deal
Scorpions have extended their publishing agreement with BMG, which covers most of their songs since 1977, including the hit 'Wind Of Change'.…
Denying UK musicians visa-free EU touring is "absurd and self-defeating", says Culture Secretary, but don't expect to get it
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden calls the lack of visa-free EU touring absurd but Elton John says renewed talks are not on the cards, with a website for artists planned instead.…
Dissecting The Streaming Inquiry #10: Curation and algorithms
CMU's review of the streaming inquiry explores how streaming platforms' curation and algorithms shape discovery, and the concerns this raises for artists and labels.…
CMU Insights: The Economics Of Streaming
CMU highlights its resources on the economics of streaming, including its inquiry timeline, the Digital Dollar book and a Streaming Explained webinar series.…
One Liners: Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Demi Lovato, more
A roundup of news including Mike Watson's promotion to CFO at Warner Music UK, new releases from Cardi B, Demi Lovato and others, and a KLF reissue.…
Lil Yachty to star in movie based on Uno card game
Lil Yachty is set to star in a heist movie based on the card game Uno, being developed by Mattel and the film division of Quality Control.…
Live sector calls for three year extension of VAT cut on tickets
LIVE is calling for the reduced 5% VAT rate on ticket sales to be extended for three years, as venues remain closed and the cut is due to end on 31 March.…
Migos settle legal dispute with the man they called a "self-absorbed shyster lawyer"
Migos have settled their legal dispute with their long-time lawyer Damien Granderson, with a filing dismissing the lawsuit with prejudice.…
BMG and Shelter Music Group announce new hires
BMG's artist management partner Shelter Music Group has hired Brian Harris Frank as COO, along with two other executives, as it builds out its operations.…
Advertising company Mirriad launches new division to add product placement to music videos
Advertising company Mirriad has launched Music Alliance, using AI to place product placement in music videos, with Red Light Management and B-Unique Records as first partners.…
Dissecting The Streaming Inquiry #09: Safe harbour
CMU's review of the streaming inquiry looks at copyright safe harbour, explaining why the music industry wants user-upload platforms like YouTube to face greater liability.…